You know the end of the school year is coming when Talent Show info starts going out! Please see the flyer above for info on our upcoming Talent Show (Save the date: May 8th @ 6:30 PM) and Auditions (April 3rd at 3 PM). Check out this link for more information and then visit this link to register for tryouts…
With Cultural Arts week kicking off this week the PTA wanted to introduce the artist that will be working with your students. Kendra Curry-Khanna is a Riverside resident and has a master’s degree in art education. This year’s project is called: “We See, Together.” It is a collaborative artwork made by all Ames students Kindergarten-fifth…
The Ames Science Fair is also fast approaching on Thursday, March 14, and we’re seeking enthusiastic judges and volunteers to make this event a success! We need: 10 judges to evaluate projects and provide feedback. A handful of helpers for setup, cleanup and everything in between. If you’re interested in becoming a judge or volunteering your…
Cultural Arts Week (formerly known as Artist-in-Residence) is coming up quickly! This year it will span two weeks in March (3/12, 3/14, 3/18, 3/20, 3/22). Each class from 1st through 5th grade will need two volunteers to assist Ms. Doody and our visiting artist, Kendra Curry-Khanna, during their scheduled art class for the week. Currently…
Please mark your calendars for next month’s Ames Restaurant Night, happening on Thursday, March 14th at Famous Dave’s in North Riverside. Mention Ames PTA for 20% of your bill going back to Ames PTA. This one is good for dining in or carrying out, so get ready for another delicious adventure!
Is your 3rd, 4th or 5th grader planning to participate in the Ames Science Fair? If yes, please make sure you take a minute to fill out the Ames Science Fair contract (linked here) by Thursday, February 29th. This year’s Ames Science Fair is happening on PI Day – Thursday, March 14th. All Ames Families are welcome to attend….
Last week was also Kindness Week at Ames! Throughout the week, students were encouraged to spread kindness, and whenever they were spotted doing something kind, their name was added to the Kindness Tree. As a culmination of Kindness Week, all the heart-shaped leaves were entered into a raffle, with prizes being distributed yesterday, recognizing the…
The Ames PTA wants to hear from YOU! Please take a few minutes between now and Monday, April 1st, to answer a handful of questions and share your thoughts and feedback on programs fundraisers budget priorities You’ll find the link here: https://forms.gle/yZe5Q8tE9kbdeost5 Your answers will help us in our annual planning process as we look…
Family Multicultural night is where families gather to share their heritage with other students and families here at Ames. This can be done by displaying facts and history, artifacts, recipes, the list goes on! We would love to have as many families participate as possible. Questions: riversideamespta@gmail.com or Michelle Galindo (missesgalindo3@gmail.com or 708-209-0521) Please review…
Join other D96 families on Wednesday, February 28 from 6:30pm to 7:30pm at Hauser Junior High School (65 Woodside Road, Riverside) for our PreK to 5th Grade D96 Science Night! More info here. Please note that this is not a drop off event. All students must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
