📌 Important Reminders
- 🎒 First Day of School
Monday, August 31 for K–5 students. VPI/Pre-K students begin Tuesday, September 1. - ☕ Welcome Back Cafecito
Monday, August 31 | 8:45–9:45 a.m. | Key Amphitheater – After drop-off, join us for coffee, conversation, and a chance to meet other Key families. - ☕ VPI Welcome Cafecito
Tuesday, September 1 | 9:20–10:20 a.m. | Key Amphitheater – After drop-off, join us for coffee and pastries and meet other VPI families and the PTA.
💙 Your Support at Work
Each week, we’ll highlight one way your PTA support helps Escuela Key students, teachers, and our school community.
🍦 Welcoming Our Key Community
Yesterday, the PTA welcomed families back to Key with treats on the playground after Open House. Events like these give new and returning families a chance to connect and start the school year together.
📅 This Week at Key
Saturday, August 29
- 🛝 First Grade Summer Playdate (10:00 a.m., Escuela Key Playground)
Monday, August 31
- 🎒 First Day of School (K–5)
- ☕ Welcome Back Cafecito Kinder to 5th (8:45–9:45 a.m., Key Amphitheater)
Tuesday, September 1
- 🎒 APS First Day of School (VPI)
- ☕ VPI Welcome Cafecito (9:20–10:20 a.m., Key Outdoor Amphitheater)
Wednesday, September 2
- 🐝 Spirit Day – Students may wear a blue T-shirt or an Escuela Key T-shirt.
Friday, September 4
- 🚫 No School – Labor Day Weekend
Monday, September 7
- 🚫 No School – Labor Day
✅ Action Items
Review your student’s classroom and bus information and make sure your annual Back-to-School Packet is complete.
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📣 Upcoming Events & Announcements
Thursday, September 10 | 6:00–7:30 p.m. | Escuela Key Library
Join us for our first PTA meeting of the year! Meet the Escuela Key PTA, connect with other families, and tell us what you would like to see from the PTA this year. Everyone is welcome—whether or not you are currently a PTA member.
Thursday, September 17 | 6:15–8:00 p.m.
Adults are invited to learn more about classroom routines, curriculum, and what to expect during the school year.
Friday, September 25
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with our new Hispanic Heritage Fiesta! Join the Escuela Key community for an evening celebrating Hispanic culture, music, food, and community. More details and volunteer opportunities will be shared soon.
Tuesday, September 29
Picture Day volunteers are needed to help classes stay organized and ensure the day runs smoothly.
Monday, October 12 to Friday, October 16
The Book Fair is coming this fall! Students and families will have the opportunity to shop for books while supporting our school. More information about shopping hours, teacher wish lists, and volunteer opportunities will be shared soon.
