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There is one more month to reach the 15 book goal!
There is one more month to reach the 15 book goal!
Signed book lists are due by 4/17 and can be turned in to teachers and the office.
Check in with your reader, make a plan and encourage them to bring Rad Reader books home from the library for Spring Break!
For more information please visit:
Be sure to check out The Great Carnation Easter Egg Hunt on Saturday, March 28th at 10:00 AM.
Everything is FREE at the event – egg hunt, bunny photos, face painting, petting zoo, donuts, coco, popcorn and more!
March 23–29
World Autism Awareness Day: April 2
Our school is proud to celebrate Autism Awareness & Acceptance Week. A time to learn, reflect, and celebrate the many ways our students think, learn, and shine. This week focuses on building understanding, kindness, and a strong sense of belonging for all learners.
Why This Matters
Autism Awareness & Acceptance Week helps our school community:
Build empathy and understanding of neurodiversity
Celebrate the strengths, creativity, and individuality of autistic students
Encourage inclusion, respect, and kindness
Create a school culture where every child feels seen and valued
April is recognized internationally as Autism Acceptance Month, with World Autism Awareness Day on April 2, established by the United Nations. During this time, communities around the world come together to promote acceptance, inclusion, and support for autistic individuals and their families.
What’s Happening at School
Wear Blue Day — April 2
Students and staff are invited to wear blue to show support, understanding, and acceptance. We’ll also create a “Blue Kindness Chain” to highlight messages of inclusion and friendship.
iSET Autism Awareness Art Wall
Families are invited to visit a collaborative art display featuring:
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A school-wide mural made of student-decorated puzzle pieces with messages of acceptance
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A student spotlight wall titled “Together, We Belong”, showcasing iSET student artwork
Visit the art wall anytime between March 23–29.
Classroom Learning
Throughout the week, classrooms may explore:
Read-alouds about neurodiversity
Gentle discussions about kindness, differences, and inclusion
Age-appropriate learning about autism and how people experience the world in different ways
How Families Can Join Us
Wear blue on April 2nd
Talk with your child about acceptance and celebrating differences
Visit the art wall with your student
Explore books and resources about autism and neurodiversity together
Together, We Belong
Autism Awareness & Acceptance Week is about more than learning — it’s about creating a school where every mind matters. Thank you for partnering with us to build a compassionate, inclusive community where all children feel welcome, valued, and supported.
Let’s celebrate diversity, practice kindness, and learn together.
Join your fellow Carnation Tigers and community for a Seattle Sounders Match Day on May 16th!
Purchase discounted tickets through this link!
Bring your friends and extended family to join in the fun, all are welcome! A portion of each ticket will be donated to our PTSA.
Get Tickets Here: https://www.gofevo.com/event/Carnationelementary
Yay for POPCORN FRIDAY!
Thank you to the committed volunteers for their efforts making this happen each month!
We can’t wait for the ‘Out of this World’ Talent Show on Friday 3/20!
The CE Choir will also be performing and…
There will be a 5th Grade Bake Sale Fundraiser to support our 5th graders. Come early to buy snacks and enjoy during the show!
If you’d like to volunteer at the bake sale or donate items, please sign up here:
NEW DATE: The Cedarcrest Forefront Team invites Riverview School District parents and caregivers to attend a free suicide prevention training on March 24, 2026 from 6:30pm – 8pm at the Tolt Middle 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/
Register at:
English: bit.ly/CHS-Forefront-March26
en Espanol: bit.ly/CHS-Forefront-March26-Spanish
Walk-ins are also welcome.
Each year on March 21, communities around the world recognize World Down Syndrome Day, a time to celebrate individuals with Down syndrome and promote inclusion and belonging.
The date 3/21 is symbolic. Down syndrome occurs when a person has three copies of the 21st chromosome, also known as Trisomy 21.
Our school will celebrate this day on Friday, March 20. Students and staff are invited to show their support by:
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Wearing blue and yellow, the colors associated with Down syndrome awareness
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Rocking crazy or mismatched socks to celebrate differences and spark conversations about inclusion
When we celebrate diversity, we help create a school community where everyone belongs.
Thank you for helping us honor and uplift individuals with Down syndrome.
Let’s all say CONGRATULATIONS to one of our very talented Tigers…
Walker Julius!
Walker received an Award of Excellence in Visual Arts in the 2025-2026 Reflections Program. Way to go Walker!
Hey Tiger families, it’s a great time to check in with your Rad Readers by looking over their booklist, reading together and
making a plan to get 15 books signed off by 4/17!
For booklists and other information, visit:
Check out the KCLS online lists below which allows you to easily place holds on books!
CUBS: Grades K-2:
TIGERS: Grades 3-5
CUBS AND TIGERS: Grades K-5 (Spanish)
Upcoming Events:
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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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