Newsletter 12/15/2025

We’re excited to shine a spotlight on the people behind the scenes who make our PTA possible. As part of our effort to encourage more families to get involved, in upcoming newsletters, we’ll feature a PTA board member sharing why they chose to step up and discuss what being part of the PTA has meant to them.

As we look ahead to the next school year, many PTA board positions will be opening up, and we’ll need new volunteers to step in and help continue this important work. We hope these stories inspire you to consider getting involved. Whether you have a little time or a lot, there’s a role for everyone who wants to make a difference in our school community.

Meet Sara Hallvik, Membership Chair

Hello, BCS Community! I’m Sara Hallvik, mom to a 5th-grader and an 8th-grader. I’m currently serving as the PTA Membership Chair, and for the 3^rd year, I am the lead organizer of the spring Fun Run fundraiser.

Although I’ve been a BCS parent for 9 years, I didn’t join the PTA until a few years ago. I put it off for various reasons, mostly because of the demands of my day job and raising young humans. I didn’t feel like I had hours in the day or space in my brain to do more, making (incorrect) assumptions about what PTA membership required.

Then, in 2022, I volunteered as a lap-counter for the Fun Run. It was amazing to watch the kids have a blast while raising money for PTA-sponsored community events and teacher grants that make a real impact on every student. I was inspired and joined the PTA the following year. While the demands on my time and brain space haven’t lessened, I discovered I could engage with the PTA in a way that worked for me. It was small, but meaningful.

I volunteered to join the PTA board last spring because I felt the need to try to do more. The change in federal administration and layoffs at my work drove me to look for opportunities to do for one person, or one community, what I wished I could do for all. The PTA offered that opportunity, so here I am.

I wish I had known 9 years ago that no matter your situation, there is no wrong way to PTA. Our school community is strongest when the perspectives of all community members, including students, teachers, parents, staff, and even neighbors, are considered. If you have already joined the PTA, thank you! If you have not, I would encourage you to consider it. Any of this year's officers would be happy to chat with you about options to participate that might fit your interests, time, and availability.  

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Volunteers Needed for OBOB - 2/21/2026
*NEW*

We’re looking for volunteers to support our Oregon Battle of the Books (OBOB) event on February 21! OBOB is a fun and engaging day for our students, and it wouldn’t be possible without the help of our amazing community.

There are a variety of roles available, and signing up early helps us plan and ensure the day runs smoothly. Whether you can help for a short shift or the whole event, your support makes a big difference.

Sign up early to secure a spot and help make OBOB a success! More details and the sign-up link are available below.

Thank you for supporting our readers and teams!

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Blazers Night - Order Deadline 1/23/2026
*NEW*

Join us for an exciting night of basketball in support of Beverly Cleary School. A portion of the proceeds will directly benefit the BCS PTA. This is a fantastic opportunity to show your school spirit while enjoying the game with friends, family, and fellow members of the school community.

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Last Call For Early Bird Pricing!

Capture this school year’s memories with the 2025 yearbook, now available at the early bird price of $22 through Winter Break (12/19/25). After that date, the price will increase to $30.

This year’s edition will be a more compact version, with fewer pages of classroom and activity coverage. With fewer volunteers available to support the Yearbook Club, we’ve scaled back the number of pages and the price reflects this smaller format.

Don’t miss out! Order yours today and secure a keepsake of another wonderful school year! Use the link below to order online, or see the flyer below for additional ways to order.

ORDER ONLINE

Winter After-School Enrichments

Winter after-school class listings and registration are available by the below link.

Classes include arts, music, breakdance, chess, eco crafting, and more. New classes this term include drama, advanced coding, advanced Lego robotics, art with Ms. Brooke, and teen yoga with Ms. Kobs. Old favorites offer a new curriculum each session.

Partial scholarships are available to make these programs accessible to all families. Just tell a school counselor if you need one. These classes are a way to build community, expand kids' interests, and assist parents after school. They are not endorsed or sponsored by BCS or the PTA.

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Newsletter Submissions

Do you have anything you'd like included in the newsletter or on socials? Please complete the BCS PTA Communications Request Form (linked below) by Thursday to have your content in the Monday newsletter of the following week. Please note that we will include only information directly related to school- or PTA-sponsored events. Questions? Email communications@beverlyclearyschool.org.

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