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Radiant Readers Are Working Hard

September 22, 2026
Wow! Our CE Radiant Readers have been busy!
Many prizes went out last week to kids who have already hit the goal of reading 5 Radiant Reader books! Keep encouraging your kids to take journeys through books!
For more information about how to participate please visit our website:

RSD Wants To Hear From You!

September 22, 2026
Attend a community listening session and get involved as Riverview School District begins to update their strategic plans for the future.

https://www.rsd407news.org/

Tiger Walk Sponsors Needed

September 22, 2026
Our largest fundraiser of the year, TIGER WALK is coming up on October 22nd!
A huge part of our fundraising efforts comes through generous business sponsors. Do you own a business, or work for a business that may be interested in supporting our school? We would love to highlight the incredible businesses in our community!
Sponsorship Packages start at $200 and come with many benefits. Learn more at the link below and please feel free to reach out with any questions.

Curriculum Night on 9/24

September 22, 2026
Curriculum Night is on Thursday 9/24 from 5:30-7pm!
This is an open-house event where families can explore the classrooms and learn more about what students are learning.  See you there!

Event from the Cedarcrest Forefront Team

September 22, 2026

The Cedarcrest Forefront Team invites Riverview School District parents and caregivers to attend a free suicide prevention training on Tuesday, November 17, 2026 from 6:30pm – 8pm at the Cedarcrest High School Library. Come learn a five-step process to help you talk with someone you’re worried about, learn if they are considering suicide, and take early steps to keep them safe.

This training is designed for parents and caregivers of students in grades 9 through 12, but the steps can be adapted and used with youth of any age, particularly middle school and up. Anyone working with youth is encouraged to attend. More on this program is at https://forefrontintheschools.org/

Clothes for Nurse’s Office

September 22, 2026
Our wonderful office staff is always there to help our students! Especially when they get wet or soiled while at school. The nurse’s office supply of gently used clothing is running low.
Please consider donating gently used sweatpants (elastic waist only), gently used socks and/or brand new underwear. Sizes 4 – 14 needed. Please bring them laundered (except underwear) and drop off in the main office. Thank you!!

5th Grade Band Info

September 17, 2026
Hey 5th grade BAND FAMILIES, just wanted to make sure you saw this note for Friday 9/18 from Ms. Keller shared via ParentSquare:

1. Students WILL NOT need instruments tomorrow. If you already have an instrument, please do not bring it to school.
2. Any instruments delivered to school tomorrow will come home with your student.
3. I will contact individual families to arrange pick-up if your student’s instrument remains at school.
4. If you rented an instrument and it is not delivered tomorrow, it will arrive next week!

If you have not yet rented an instrument and need help or information, please contact me as soon as possible!

Questions? Let me know!
Carrie Keller
kellerc@rsd407.org

Popcorn Is Back!

September 17, 2026
Friday 9/18 is a POPCORN FRIDAY!
Thank you to the dedicated volunteers who make this happen each month for our students!

Beauty and the Beast

September 17, 2026
THEATER CLUB is returning for a second year at Carnation Elementary! Our first play will be Beauty and the Beast.

All grades K-5th are welcome to join this before school club activity. Your form and payment can be mailed to the address listed on the form or brought to the school office ahead of the first practice.
Please email Heather Maillet at Maillet.hk@gmail.com with questions.

Taproot Theatre Visiting on 9/16

September 15, 2026

Taproot Theatre is coming to Carnation Elementary!

Please join us for the assembly on Wednesday, 9/16 @ 10:00!

Upcoming Events:

Sep 23
9:30 am - 10:30 am
Sep 24
5:30 pm - 7:00 pm
Sep 28
September 28 - September 29
Sep 30
All day
Oct 05
4:05 pm - 5:05 pm

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CONTACT CEPTSA

Mailing Address: 4950 Tolt Ave. - Carnation, WA 98014

Email: ceptsa@outlook.com

Carnation Elementary 

Phone: 425-844-4550

The mission of Carnation Elementary PTSA is to positively impact the lives of all students by partnering with staff, families, and community to foster a culture that values learning, builds community and advocates for all students to excel personally, academically and socially.

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