eBlast Aug 19 2026 - Cherry Chase PTA Newsletter

Inside This eBlast

• Cherry Chase PTA Community Picnic & Resource Fair(Aug 21)
• Cherry Chase Band Interest Meeting (Aug 26)
• Drama Registration (Aug 26)
• Update on Cherry Chase After School Enrichment
• Join the PTA
• Volunteers Needed
• Get Volunteer Clearance
• PTA Leadership Team

Cherry Chase PTA Community Picnic & Resource Fair- Aug 21

Cherry Chase PTA Community Picnic: 5:30–7:30 PM

Resource Fair: 5:30–6:30 PM

Kick off the new school year with an evening of fun, food, and community! Bring a picnic blanket, reconnect with friends, meet new families, and let the kids play on the Cherry Chase playground and fields.

Skip cooking dinner—we will have food trucks on site offering delicious dinner options and sweet treats for dessert! (Bring some money for the food; they accept cash, credit, paypal or venmo)!

While you're there, be sure to stop by the PTA Resource Fair to discover the many programs, events, and volunteer opportunities that make Cherry Chase such a special place. Meet PTA leaders, ask questions, and find ways to get involved that fit your interests and schedule. Whether you have a few hours each month or just a little time throughout the year, there’s a place for everyone!

Cherry Chase Band Interest Meeting

Band Students Wanted!

Judy Nelson will teach the After-School Band program for Cherry Chase students in Grades 3, 4, and 5. Students will learn how to play one of the following instruments: flute, clarinet, trumpet, alto saxophone, trombone and percussion.

• Beginner Band: Tue & Thu 3:50 - 5:10pm
• Intermediate Band: Tue & Thu 4:50 to 6:10pm

Complete the Band Interest Survey to receive details (not an obligation to join, link )

Upcoming Events:

• Online Band Interest Meeting: Wed, Aug 26, at 8pm (meeting link)
• Band Try-It Session: Thu, Sep 3 from 4-6 pm in the Multi.

Questions? Email band@cherrychasepta.org

Drama Registration for 2nd - 3rd Grade Opens 8/26!

This year, for the first time, After-school Drama at Cherry Chase will be open to 2nd and 3rd Graders! We will be performing the musical Dare to Dream Jr., an exciting revue featuring beloved Disney songs new and old. This program runs from 9/9 to 11/20. Rehearsals are Mondays and Wednesdays from 2:40 - 4:30. There are 60 available spots in the program, divided into two casts who will each perform twice.

Tech week (extended rehearsal) runs from 11/16 - 11/18 from 2:40 until approximately 7:30 PM. Show times are 11/19 and 11/20 at 4:30 and 7:00 PM. Attendance at tech week and both shows is mandatory! Tech week and performances fall right before Thanksgiving break; please ensure your student will be available to attend tech week and both performance days before registering.

For more information about After-school Drama please visit our PTA site: Cherry Chase PTA After-school Drama or stop by our table at the PTA resource fair. 

Update on Cherry Chase After School

Cherry Chase After School Enrichment coming soon.

Special email with class offerings and registration will be sent out this weekend. 

Join the Cherry Chase Parent Teacher Association (PTA) Today!

Cherry Chase is an amazing school - and we need YOUR help to keep it that way! 

Purchase your PTA membership at our website: https://cherrychasepta.org/why-join

Your $11/individual or $17/family yearly PTA membership supports school programs, community events, teacher appreciation, and sooo much more. For more information email membership@cherrychasepta.org

Bring Art to Cherry Chase Kids - Volunteer for SPARK



SPARK is Cherry Chase Elementary School’s parent-led visual arts program. Over the course of five years, K-5th grade students take an art-themed journey guided by curriculum and explore six fun lessons learning about and creating art. Each lesson introduces an art concept (like line, shape, or color) and highlights diverse artists and their engaging art. Join the SPARK program - volunteers are welcome anytime! Contact us at spark@cherrychasepta.org

Support Cherry Chase Teachers - Join the Hospitality Team



Do you like to shower your kids' teachers with appreciation? We're looking for parents who can do tasks like buy donuts and coffee, set up Teacher Trimester Treats, and pick up/set up Staff Dinners, etc. Many hands make light work! Our fantastic team of volunteers coordinate and share the workload so everyone has a job they're excited for. For more information - email us at hospitality@cherrychasepta.org.

Get Cleared to Volunteer in Cherry Chase Classrooms



Want to volunteer at Cherry Chase? Get cleared now so you’re ready to help throughout the year!

✓ TB Clearance

✓ Fingerprinting

✓ Mandated Reported Training

Once complete, submit your documents through Better Impact. For more details visit https://cherrychasepta.org/volunteer or https://www.sesd.org/about-usnew/departments/human-resources/volunteers

Get started today because the process takes some time!

Meet Your PTA Leadership Team



We’re parents and volunteers working together to support our students, teachers, staff, and Cherry Chase community.  Find us and say hello - we’d love to work with you!  

https://cherrychasepta.org/about/leadership-team