Originally delivered on 8/28/2026 8:30 am

SUBJECT: PTA Weekly Newsletter 2026 Aug 28

Weekly Newsletter: August 28, 2026

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SEP 2026

Thursday, Sept 3: PTA General Meeting, 8:05am MPR

Friday, Sep 4: Spirit Friday - Wear Spirit Wear  

Monday, Sep 7: Labor Day - No School

Wednesday, Sep 16: Restaurant Fundraiser- Mendocino Farms Encinitas 2-9pm

Thursday, Sep 17: Picture Day


OCT 2026

Thursday, Oct 1: VIP Lunch- more info coming soon 

Friday, Oct 2: Spirit Friday - Wear Spirit Wear  

Wednesday, Oct 7: National Walk and Bike to School Day

Thursday, Oct 8: Costume Swap

Thursday, Oct 15: PTA/EEF Board Meeting 8:05am MPR

Oct 19-23: Fall Conference Week- 12:45 Early Dismissal

Oct 26-30: Fall Break- NO SCHOOL

🍨 The PTA/EEF Scoop 🍨
One Week Left: Let’s Finish Falcon Fund Strong! 🦅

Flora Vista Families,

We are officially in the final week of Falcon Fund! With our September 4 deadline approaching, we’ve raised $69,000 toward our $100,000 goal, with 49% of families participating.

We’ve made great progress, but we still need our community’s help to close the gap.

Falcon Fund directly supports the programs, resources, classroom support, field trips, enrichment and experiences our students benefit from all year. On average, these offerings cost approximately $400 per student, which is why you see that amount reflected in our giving structure, but every donation matters, whether it is more or less.

Our giving levels are structured to support families with multiple children, and payment plans are available if you prefer to spread your donation out over time.

🏆 How’s Your Class Doing?

I know firsthand from stepping in to provide some classroom supplies (provided by PTA) this week, that the kids are watching the leaderboard, and they are very invested! They’ve been excited to see their class climb the rankings and to know their families are helping support Flora Vista.

Every family donation counts toward classroom participation, regardless of the amount.

👉 Check your class ranking, see who’s on top, and help your class move up!

Haven’t donated yet? This is our big ask.

Historically, Flora Vista’s participation in direct giving has been lower than some neighboring schools, and we are working hard to change that. Every family who participates gets us closer to our goal and helps us continue providing these programs for our students.

We know there is a lot of information, everything you need is located on our donation page with  a new Falcon Fund FAQ to answer common questions. 

DONATE NOW

Already donated? THANK YOU! ❤️ And please check for corporate matching. Many employers will match charitable donations, which could double your impact at no additional cost to you.


🎥 Watch our 3-minute PTA + Falcon Fund video

Donate to Falcon Fund Today

We’d love to see you at our first General PTA Meeting of the year! Come connect with other Flora Vista parents, hear from a fantastic guest speaker, and spend a little time leaning into our school community. We hope you’ll join us!

📰 School News 📰
Missed In-Person Volunteer Training? Complete It Online!

If you weren’t able to make it to the on-campus volunteer training sessions, don’t worry—you can easily finish the requirement online! Simply visit the Flora Vista Online Volunteer Training page to get up to speed.

Important Reminder: All volunteers must complete this training before helping out with any on-campus activities, including:

  • Classroom parties and events

  • Chaperoning or driving for field trips

  • On-campus committee work and library help

Thank you for taking a few minutes to complete this so we can keep our campus safe and ready for a great school year!

Complete Your Student's Back-to-School Packet!

A friendly reminder from the Flora Vista PTA: please take a moment to complete your student's online back-to-school packet. Having up-to-date information is essential so our school has everything needed in case of an emergency.

  • How to Complete: Visit the Flora Vista Back-to-School Packet Page and follow the step-by-step instructions.

  • No Internet Access? You are welcome to complete the packet at the school site or any public library.

  • Need Help? Please reach out to the Flora Vista front office staff for assistance.

Thank you for helping the Flora Vista PTA keep our school community safe and prepared!

🏕️ Help Send Our 6th Graders to Camp 🏕️

Our Flora Vista 6th graders are raising money for their highly anticipated 6th-grade camp trip coming up this November! Every single purchase or donation directly helps lower the total cost of camp for all 6th-grade students.

We know we just asked for your support with the Falcon Fund and our monthly Restaurant Battles, which is why this fundraiser is intended for you to share with family, friends, and neighbors!

There are two easy ways to contribute:

  1. See’s Candies Fundraiser: Buy delicious treats through our storefront link, and a percentage of all sales goes straight into our camp fund. https://www.yumraising.com/store/all-year-2026-flora-vista-6th-grade-camp-fundraiser-6ba0/KriBeq98013
  2. Direct Donation: Give directly to the Flora Vista PTA Camp Donation fund using our donation link: https://fvpta.membershiptoolkit.com/campfundraiser

Please share these links or the flyer with your network to help us give our 6th graders an unforgettable camp experience!

👆🏼Click Flyer to Order New Spirit Wear👆🏾
Thank You for Supporting Our Chick-fil-A Fundraiser!

A huge thank you to everyone who came out to support our 6th-grade restaurant fundraiser this week! Your appetite and school spirit made it a fantastic success.

Next Up: 1st Grade Takes the Stage in the Restaurant Battle!

Mark your calendars for our next event hosted by 1st Grade!

  • Where: Mendocino Farms

  • When: Tuesday, September 16th | 2PM – 9PM

Grab lunch, dinner, or a quick afternoon bite to help 1st Grade score big in the Restaurant Battle. All you have to do is mention Flora Vista PTA and the promo code: GIVEBACK to make sure our school gets credit for your order!

🎶Sing and Soar with the Falcon Choir!

Join the Falcon Choir for an exciting year of music, performance, and fun! Mrs. Bertens is thrilled to announce that Coach Banks will be assisting with choir this year, and the team is ready for an amazing season ahead.

  • When: Fridays, directly after school

  • Who: All students who love to sing—no experience necessary!

The Flora Vista PTA invites all interested students to come make music and new friends. Come sing with us!

📢 EUSD District News 📢
Donate to Falcon Fund Today
💙Get Involved with Flora Vista PTA! 💙

Our PTA is powered by parents and caregivers who raise a hand and pitch in—and there’s a place for everyone, whether you have an hour to give or want to take on a bigger role. Check out our current open positions or simply volunteer when opportunities pop up throughout the year.

New this year: Every time you volunteer for a PTA event or initiative, your name will be entered into our monthly Volunteer Appreciation Drawing! Each month, we’ll celebrate our amazing volunteers and raffle off a little thank-you prize.

Come be part of it—we’d love to have you!

Interested in supporting Flora Vista through a corporate, business, or family sponsorship or donation? Learn more about opportunities to support our school here, and share with your community. 

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