Last Call for Bryant Blast Volunteers

Lily Chan

Hi Bryant families,

The Bryant Blast is almost here—and we need YOUR help to make the magic happen! This beloved event is 100% volunteer-powered, and right now, we don’t have enough volunteers to keep everything running smoothly.

👉 Here’s the bottom line:
If we don’t fill more volunteer spots soon, some of the games and activities won’t be able to open, which means less fun for the kids.

Every family pitching in for just 30 minutes makes a HUGE difference in creating a fun, safe, and joyful experience for everyone.

🙋 Can you lend a hand? Whether it’s helping with a game booth, selling tickets, or keeping the bounce house line moving – it’s quick, easy, and fun.

Got a 4th or 5th grader? They’re welcome (and encouraged!) to volunteer too! Just sign them up with a parent to co-pilot.

🎂 And don’t forget the Cake Walk! We still need more cakes and cupcakes – homemade or store-bought, all are welcome.

Here’s how you can help:

Thank you for being part of what makes Bryant so special. Let’s keep the Blast magical for every kid, sign up today!

Cheers,
The Bryant Blast Volunteer Team

Save-the-Date! K-5th Grade Science Night on Thursday, May 15th

Lily Chan

Calling all student scientists to join us for a fun filled night of science, Thursday, May 15, 2025, 6:30 – 7:30pm, Bryant Gym/Cafeteria!

All families are welcome to attend whether their student is presenting or not. Please visit the Guide for K-5 Science Night for more information, tips, and science ideas to help everyone participate (https://bit.ly/BryantScienceNight).

Signup to present here: https://bit.ly/ScienceNightSignup2025.

Join the 2025-26 PTSA Board

Lily Chan

Exciting things are happening at Bryant Elementary, and we want YOU to be a part of it! We’re looking for new volunteers to step into leadership roles for next school year and help shape the future of our school community.

With a strong team of dedicated members continuing and new faces stepping up, now is the perfect time to get involved. This is your chance to lead, connect, and create a lasting impact for Bryant students and families.

There’s a role for everyone—with a variety of positions and time commitments to fit your schedule. Come be a part of something great! 

Email volunteer@bryantschool.org to learn more.

Executive Committee positions include: President/Vice-President, Treasurer, Secretary
Other board positions include: Membership Chair, Volunteer Chair, Advocacy Chair, Community Engagement Chair

Teacher Appreciation for Bryant’s Sister School

Lily Chan

Let’s share with love and show the teachers and staff at our sister school that they are appreciated during Teacher Appreciation Week.

Our sister school is a Title 1 elementary school in the Seattle school district in which more than 80% of students are from low-income families. Just like at Bryant, the teachers and staff at our sister school are working hard year round to provide a safe and fun learning environment for their students. They deserve to be celebrated!

We are collecting snacks for our sister school to put out on May 5th, the first day of Teacher Appreciation Week. We know the Bryant teachers and staff have loved having the break room stocked to keep them fueled up and we think our sister school will love it too.

To contribute, please make a purchase from this Amazon list and choose “sister school coordinator” for the shipping address.

 

Thank you for support and generosity!
Nina Mettler, PTSA Families in Need chair

Writers’ Celebration Bookmark Contest – Entries Due Monday, May 5!

Lily Chan

To add even more fun to the celebration, we’re inviting all Bryant students to enter our Bookmark Design Contest!

How it works:
Students can design a bookmark inspired by a book, reading, or storytelling. Two winners from each grade will have their designs printed and handed out during the Writers’ Celebration!

  • Entry forms were sent home via Kidmail.

  • Extra forms are available here.

  • Submit entries to your child’s teacher by Monday, May 5.

Questions? Contact:
📧 Meagan Yoshimoto-Clark – meaganyoshimoto@gmail.com

The Writers’ Celebration – May 22, 2025!

Lily Chan

The Writers’ Celebration – May 22, 2025!

The Bryant PTSA is thrilled to present the Writers’ Celebration on Wednesday, May 22—a beloved event that honors the creative voices of all our students.

What is the Writers’ Celebration?
Each student will have the chance to share an original piece of writing—such as a story, poem, or book—with their peers in small, multi-age groups during the school day. This is one of the few opportunities where all grade levels come together, and it’s always a heartwarming scene as older students support and cheer on the younger ones.

Students work hard on their writing and take great pride in presenting their work. It’s truly a celebration of creativity, effort, and community!

Want to help?
Stay tuned for a volunteer sign-up—we’ll need SPS-approved volunteers to make this event a success!  If you have questions in the meantime, contact:
📧 Julie Stein – julie@wolosky.com

Two Bryant artists recognized by WA State PTA!

Lily Chan

Congratulations to Bryant student artists, Drew Condit (Film) and Kavya O’Connor (Music) for both earning Awards of Excellence from the Washington State PTA for their submissions to the Reflections arts recognition program. They will be celebrated at the Washington State PTA’s convention in May. 
 
Thank you to all of our Bryant artists who participated in Reflections this year.
 
For more information on Reflections, please visit: https://www.wastatepta.org/events-programs/reflections/
 
Information on how to enter next year’s Reflections program will be posted here in the fall.

Donations Requested for Students at our Sister School Over Spring Break

Lily Chan

A big thank you for the generosity of donations to buy grocery gift cards for our sister school before Thanksgiving, winter, and mid-winter breaks. It is always HUGELY appreciated!! Let’s do it again for spring break.

Help us meet our goal of purchasing 100 $25 gift cards to be given out before kids are home for a week over mid-winter break without the meals they rely on daily when they are in school.

Bryant PTSA Families in Need program is collecting funds to purchase grocery cards to be donated to our sister school. Our sister school is a Title 1 elementary school in the Seattle public school district in which more than 80% of current students are from low income families. Enrollment has increased 120% since last year so the need is even greater. With the increase in grocery prices and a week off for mid-winter break, families need extra assistance buying food. Please consider supporting local students at our sister school. Your donation will be used to purchase grocery cards. The deadline for this donation drive is 4/9.

Thank you for those who have it in their budget and heart to contribute!
https://bryantptsa.givingfuel.com/families-in-need

Questions? familiesinneed@bryantschool.org

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While we are currently collecting donations for our sister school, Bryant PTSA funds are budgeted and used to support the Bryant Families In Need program at our school, including grocery gift cards for school breaks. 

If your family is experiencing food insecurity or financial hardship, the Bryant PTSA has a confidential program to assist you. Contact Bryant’s Social Worker, Diego Nunez dinunez@seattleschools.org, to let him know you would benefit from assistance. This program can help with school fees, Bryant spirit wear, Yearbooks, School Picture Fees, food bags on the weekend, financial assistance for school clothes, as well as gift cards to grocery stores during the weeks we are not in school due to scheduled school vacations (Thanksgiving week, Winter break, Mid-winter break, and Spring break).