May 16, 2021
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DIS PTA NEEDS YOU!

Looking for a way to be involved in the DIS PTA? Have talents that you would like to share? There are several open DIS PTA positions for the 2021-2022 school year:
Executive Board
  • President
  • 2nd VP - Fundraising
Standing Committees
  • 2022 Nominating Committee
  • Advocacy/Parliamentarian
  • Book Club
  • Field Day
  • Fundraising
  • Garden Club
  • Halloween Party
  • Student Activities 6th Grade
  • Web Site Coordinator/Newsletter
If you have questions about a particular position or want to volunteer, please contact Mary Dillinger at funwithedx2@gmail.com. We would love to have you on our team!
Summer Band Is Back!

Summer Band, directed by Ms. Zunic and Mr. Fudale, returns to LBMS the week of June 21-25 for students entering grades 6-9 in 2021-2022. Click below for more information on times, sessions, registration and fees.
Demon Derby Online Raffle & Fundraiser! LAST CALL!!! Only $5 for a chance to WIN!!

Featuring summer camps for grades 3-8!
The Westlake Demons Athletic Boosters (WDAB) is pleased to present Demon Derby Online! That's right - despite having to cancel our annual in-person Demon Derby fundraising event in both 2020 and 2021 due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the WDAB fundraising committee rallied together to create some tempting offers that you won't want to miss out on! In addition to the incredible ultimate tailgate party package, there are several summer camps including football, basketball, volleyball, soccer, and a football-basketball combo package. Valued between $60-$220. Minimum bids start as low as $5! Click here to access the raffle and fundraiser website.  You can also access the fundraiser at our unique link. If you have any questions, please reach out to Dana Wolfe at danaolden@yahoo.com.
Understanding the Effects of Pandemic Stress

All Westlake City School families are invited to attend a webinar called So Much, So Fast: Understanding and Addressing the Effects of Pandemic Chronic Stress on Wednesday, May 26 from 6p-7:15p. The online session, sponsored by the WES PTA and presented by the clinical director of World Teachings, Jennifer M. Smith, will provide an overview of pandemic-related stressors and offer simple strategies to identify and address them in ourselves and our children. Sponsored by the Westlake Elementary School PTA. Click here to register for the event.
Our Mission: "To support and promote the arts through musical education and performance in our schools, for all students, in all grades, and in all forms."
Attend our next meeting – May 17 - 7pm – via Zoom. Membership will be emailed the meeting invite/link. Please email melissa615@gmail.com if you are interested in attending. This meeting is for 21/22 Executive Board slate and budget votes only.

Apply for a Student Summer Grant: Summer grants are available to Westlake City Schools students currently enrolled in Grades 5 through 11 who are participating in the district music program(s) and are registered to participate in the music program(s) next school year. Be sure you are a member of Music Boosters for your child to be eligible for grant opportunities. Click here for the application. Deadline is May 21.

Open Positions for 2021-2022 - We have multiple open positions for next school year, as many parents are "graduating" out with their senior students. Volunteering is a great way to get involved and support music in Westlake City Schools. Please contact Gail Ditz at ditzg72@gmail.com if you are interested.
Become a Member - Please consider a membership with Music Boosters! It is super quick and easy to do! Click on the "Become a Member" button to get started. 

Find out more - about Westlake Music Boosters and how we support all music from Pre-K through 12th grade in our District – www.westlakemusicboosters.org

Check out our - YouTube Channel You can see all the concerts/performances including the most recent ones this past week.
Garden Club Committees - Sponsorship Opportunities

We have many talented students, staff, residents and resources within our community. Let’s connect them… and watch the goodness grow! The goal of the Garden CLub Committees at each our schools is to create a space which invites our schools and community to learn, share and grow with one another in the greatest place…our gardens.

There are several sponsorship levels available. See our flyer here. By becoming a garden sponsor, you help to ensure that we have the necessary means to create, grow, sustain and harvest healthy produce to share within our community, while encouraging our students, staff and residents of all ages to share their stories, history and knowledge of gardening and grow closer together as a community… in the garden. Donate here
ATTENTION 6th Grade Parents – Important Vaccine Update

It is time to send in an updated vaccine record for your student. Two (2) vaccines (Tdap and MCV4) are required before they begin the 7th grade. These are scheduled at age 11 or 12 years with a well check-up, so start checking to see if your child has had the required vaccines. Please send the record to school or make an appointment to get them done. Click HERE for more detailed information. Questions? Contact Betsy Kaiser, RN at Kaiser@wlake.org.
SALE! The W Shop is open every Wednesday 12:00-2:00. We are having an END OF SCHOOL YEAR SALE May 31 - June 5. Everything will be 15% off! Use code 15%OFF when shopping on-line at our website. We will be open June 2 from 12:00-2:00 & June 3 from 3:00-5:00 to shop the sale in person. The store and website will close for summer on June 5!
Support DIS PTA with Rebates and Rewards
Box Tops for Education (download the new app and continue to clip and send in)
Log into Heinen's Tasteful Rewards/Teaming Up for Education and follow the directions to choose DIS. Registration is required every year.
Go to smile.amazon.com: navigate to Your Account, Your Amazon Smile, select PTA Ohio Congress - Dover Intermediate School PTA as your charity. Then each time you shop, make sure you start at smile.amazon.com NOTE: if you use the Amazon app, be sure to "turn on AmazonSmile" by following these simple steps.
Westlake Sports Information
Community Information and Flyers
Milestones Autism Resources 2021 Virtual National Conference
Being held June 16-17, as a completely virtual experience, with on-demand access for all registrants through August 15. Click here for more information. Registration is now open for the annual conference targeted toward autism professionals, individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and their family members.
Connecting for Kids - see this flyer for various programs in March. Contact Lorilynn Wolf for more information.

Flyer Connection is now available. If you are a non-profit, local organization and wish to post on the district website, complete these items and send to flyerconnection@wlake.org
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