Welcome to Los Alamitos!
The Los Alamitos PTA is a non-profit volunteer organization that supports the Los Alamitos Elementary School. Our PTA's goal is provide vital programs, supplies, financial support, and promote a continuous dialogue and collaborative relationship between parents, teachers, and administrators.
Join the PTA - have a voice in shaping how we support our kids, teachers, and school.
Our goal is to have 100% PTA membership, we are at 75% overall!!
Registration
ALL families need to update their personal information on MTK for their account to be active.
IF you do not have a MTK account, register for an account.
An active MTK account is required to receive the PTA's weekly email newsletter and access PTA store; and PTA membership is required to access the student directory, meeting minutes, and much more.
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Dandy's PTA Weekly Newsletter: March 30, 2025
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PTA Meeting Tomorrow!
When: Tomorrow, March 31st at 8:15am
Where: Cafeteria
Join us for our monthly general PTA meeting to hear about what's happening at our school and to have a voice in decision making! You can find the agenda here. See you there!
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One Last PTA Board Position!
The PTA is on the hunt for a VP of Fundraising! Do you have a gift for persuasion? Can you convince people to part with their money and feel good about it? Have you ever guilted a grandparent into buying 10 boxes of cookies? If so, we need you! Help us raise funds, rally support, and keep our school thriving—plus, you get bragging rights and eternal PTA glory!!
VP, Fundraising: This person oversees the fundraising, including Dandy Drive donations (working with the president and treasurer), family fun nights, corporate sponsor letters and banners, and Dandy Day. They have volunteers under them that organize the individual efforts, so really the position isn't so bad at all!
All positions have a time commitment of board meetings one evening/month and general PTA meeting of one morning/month on Mondays 8:15-9am. Positions vary by time commitment, but board members have sub-committee leads under them and are not responsible for planning events or programs if a volunteer falls through. Most of our current board members work outside of the home part or full-time and volunteer with other organizations as well. You do not need to be available during the daytime to help on the board. The PTA provides a lot of financial support to the school and staff and also educational and community-building programs, but can only do so with the help of parents!
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PTA Budget Meeting
When: April 1st at 7:30pm
Where: Carrie's House
Have you ever had questions about what the PTA does with the funds it raises? If so, you should join us for the budget meeting! At this meeting, we will discuss how the PTA money will be spent for next year. By attending this meeting, you will have input on spending and see where the money goes! Please email Carrie at carrietoolson@gmail.com for her address if you are interested in attending. Hope to see you there!
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Multicultural Fair
The 20th Annual Multicultural Fair:
Let's enjoy a day of a celebration of the diverse cultures that make our school community so special!
Friday, April 25th, 4-7pm at Los Alamitos
This vibrant event will showcase traditional performances, , food, and exhibits from cultures around the world. It’s a wonderful opportunity to learn, connect, and celebrate the rich heritage of our students and families.
The events includes 4 parts:
1. Hosting a booth of your culture/country (info and registration Or scan Qrcode 1)
2. Students participate in the fashion show (info and registration Or scan Qrcode 1)
3. Traditional performances (info and registration Or scan Qrcode 2)
4. Illustration/writing contest (Info and participation Or scan QRcode 3 )
For any questions: maysarohana@gmail.com
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School Supply Kits
The PTA is looking for a parent volunteer or two to organize school supply kits for next school year! Responsibilities include:
- Checking in with teachers on updating lists and sending to the vendor in April
- Coordinating the delivery day with the school in August
- Recruiting a few volunteers to sort the kits some day before school starts
It takes a few hours in the spring and summer but is done when school starts! Please reach out to losalamitospta@gmail.com ASAP if interested.
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Hicklebee's Book Fair
The Book Fair was a fantastic success! A HUGE thank you to Laura Jackson, Michelle Walsh, and all the amazing volunteers who helped make it happen—we couldn’t have done it without you!
An extra BIG thank you to Michelle Walsh for stepping up to plan and organize next year’s Hicklebee’s Book Fair. We’re so grateful for your dedication! If you're interested in helping Michelle with the planning for next year, please email the PTA.
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Variety Show!
A HUGE thank you to Sara Buxton for planning and executing the Variety Show!
A special shoutout to Maureen and Matt Keller for bringing their energy as MCs!
And a big congratulations to everyone who participated! Your talent, hard work, and enthusiasm made the event truly special. It was amazing to see so many incredible performances, and we appreciate all the effort that went into making the show such a success!
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What's Up with the School Sign?!
If you’ve been wondering what’s up with the school sign—it’s not trying to be mysterious, we promise! There’s an electrical issue with the breaker, and we’re patiently (okay, maybe not so patiently) waiting for the district to come fix it. The work order was submitted weeks ago, so hopefully, it’ll be in action soon. Stay tuned!
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Incoming 2025/26 Castillero 6th Grade Parents!
Castillero PTA is looking for incoming 6th grade parents to serve on the board. Castillero PTA funds and/ or runs events and programs like school dances, carnival, spirit wear, teacher and staff appreciation, and teacher grants. If you are interested in getting involved, please contact Stephanie Pearson-Phillips, (spearsonphillips@gmail.com or (650) 454-4389).
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Yearbooks!
All individuals responsible for their class yearbook pages must turn in the class yearbook photo slides to Losalamitoselementaryyearbook@gmail.com by April 1st.
Last day to pre-purchase the yearbook is 4/25. Yearbooks will not be sold on campus or after the distribution. Purchase here.
If you can’t remember weather you purchased the yearbook or not, please search your email inbox for “Betteryearbook” or check on www.betteryearbook.com
Include your student’s FULL NAME and TEACHER NAME upon purchasing.
5th grade baby photos must be turned in to the class yearbook volunteers THIS WEEK. When you submit the baby photo, please be sure to put the full name of the child in the email
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Parent Resource Corner
Wait Until 8th is a movement that encourages parents to delay giving their children a smartphone until at least 8th grade. The pledge helps families navigate the pressures of early smartphone use by fostering community support and promoting healthier childhood development, social interactions, and digital well-being. Please see below for resources and more info!
Websites:
Children and Screen. https://www.childrenandscreens.org
Screen Sanity https://screensanity.org/about/
Wait Unit 8th https://www.waituntil8th.org
Books:
The Anxious Generation by Jonathan Haidt
The Big Disconnect by Catherine Steiner-Adair
Glow Kids by Nicholas Kardaras, Ph.D
Childhood Unplugged by Katherine Johnson Martinko
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*Visit our calendar to see 2024-2025 school year PTA and school events/reminders.
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For all news & information about the PTA, key dates for programs & events, membership info, etc.
