TOPICS OF THE MONTH

Thursday, March 12th is our Dine Out Night at Red Robin! If you're looking for dinner plans and would like to help our school at the same time, Red Robin is the place to be! Kindergarten open house is also March 12th. Families with incoming Kindergarten students are welcome to stop by any time between 4-6 pm to visit our Kindergarten classrooms and learn more about our Kinder program

On April 21st from 5-7 PM, we’re excited to start a new event, the Ridges Global Family Night! This event is to honor and learn more about the culture and heritage of the community. We need the help of the Ridges families and students to host a table to decorate and display artifacts representing their culture.

Spring Break is coming! There will be no school the week of 3/23-3/27. The following Monday 3/30 is also a NO SCHOOL day. We hope you all have a wonderful break!

PAC SHOUT OUT!

David Raver is Ridges perfectly popped popcorn pioneer! He is always working hard to ensure that our students and staff all have the best popcorn on the highly anticipated Popcorn Fridays, as well as events like movie nights, Neon Dance, and more! Adding to the list of all that he does, David helps us bring Wolfie to life in his signature style. David has 2 daughters that attend Ridges and enjoys hiking, backpacking, baking, cooking, and any outdoor activities with his girls.

IMPORTANT DATES

• 3/2 Fair Planning Meeting 9am

• 3/3 PAC Meeting 7pm

• 3/ 4 Student Store 1:15-1:45pm

• 3/5 Choir 2:20pm

• 3/6 Popcorn Friday/ Student Store 7:30-7:45am

• 3/ 8 Daylight Savings

• 3/9 No School

• 3/11 Chess Club 7am

• 3/12 Choir 2:20pm/Kinder Open House 4-6pm/Red Robin D-O ALL DAY

• 3/13 Report Cards Released

• 3/18 Chess Club 7am

• 3/19 Chour 2:@0pm

• 3/20 Student Store 7:30-7:45am

• 3/23-3/30 SPRING BREAK, NO SCHOOL

OUR CONTACT INFO

• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RidgesElementaryPAC/

• President: Annie Mills Ridgeselementarypac@gmail.com

• Fun Run: Ridgesfunrun@gmail.com

• Volunteer Coordinators: Ridgesvolunteers@gmail.com

• Art Lit: Ridgesartlit@gmail.com

TOPICS OF THE MONTH

On April 21st from 5-7 PM, we’re excited to start a new event, the Ridges Global Family Night! This event is to honor and learn more about the culture and heritage of the community. We need the help of the Ridges families and students to host a table to decorate and display artifacts representing their culture.

This event will have many fun activities throughout the night including “passports” to travel and visit tables, an Art Walk, food trucks, and a video of performances from our Ridges community. Reach out to TaMara Glavan (tglavan@sherwood.k12.or.us) with questions or to sign up.

Kindergarten Open House is coming up March 12th 4-6PM.

Things upcoming in February...

Tuesday February 10th is our Ridges Dine Out at Panda Express in Sherwood! 20% of sales from 2PM to close comes back to Ridges!

Please remember that there is no school on President’s Day, Monday February 16th.

PAC SHOUT OUT!

Meet Bill — our amazing PAC Treasurer! Bill has been a dedicated PAC board member since 2019, and this year is a special (and bittersweet) one as his kids are now in 5th and 6th grade — his last year with us at Ridges. He’s our voice of reason when it comes to spending… including knowing when it’s worth a good splurge!

When he’s not volunteering with PAC, Bill enjoys the outdoors, international travel, trying new foods, and cheering on his kids at their after school activities. Thank you, Bill, for everything you’ve given our PAC and school community!

IMPORTANT DATES

• 2/6: Student Store 7:30-7:45

• 2/6: Popcorn Friday

• 2/10: Dine Out at Panda Express

• 2/11: Fun Run Dance Party in PE

• 2/11: Early Release at 1:15

• 2/16: NO SCHOOL - Presidents Day

• 2/18: Early Release at 1:15

• 2/18: Student Store 1:15-1:45

• 2/20: Ridges Spirit Day

• 2/20: Student Store 7:30-7:45

OUR CONTACT INFO

• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RidgesElementaryPAC/

• President: Annie Mills Ridgeselementarypac@gmail.com

• Fun Run: Ridgesfunrun@gmail.com

• Volunteer Coordinators: Ridgesvolunteers@gmail.com

• Art Lit: Ridgesartlit@gmail.com

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Welcome back Ridges Wolves! We hope you all enjoyed your winter break with friends and family. We know December was busy for everyone and we have so much to share that’s resulted from it! Because of the Sherwood community, the SHARE Center holiday gift drive served 263 kids and 119 families this Christmas. We loved seeing all the donations you brought in. 🎁

Things upcoming in January...

Have you checked out the new Jamba in town? Next Tuesday January 13th is the perfect day to stop in as 40% of sales from 2PM to close comes back to Ridges!

Mark your calendars for the Ridges BINGO Night scheduled for Friday January 23! Doors open at 6PM, Bingo starts at 6:30PM. Look for more details in the coming weeks.

PAC SHOUT OUT!

Annie is the PAC President and a steady, positive leader for our community. She guides meetings, supports board members and volunteers, and helps keep everything moving forward with organization and care. Annie’s collaborative approach makes it easy for ideas to turn into meaningful action.

She’s passionate about building a welcoming, connected community and encourages involvement from families in all that the PAC does. Her dedication and leadership play an important role in creating enriching experiences for students and staff alike.

IMPORTANT DATES

• 1/6: First Day of School in 2026!

• 1/7: Early Release at 1:15 / Student Store 1:15-1:45

• 1/9: Popcorn Friday / Student Store 7:30-7:45

• 1/13: Dine Out - Jamba Juice

• 1/14: Early Release at 1:15

• 1/16: Ridges Spirit Wear Day

• 1/19: NO SCHOOL - Martin Luther King Jr Day

• 1/21: Early Release at 1:15 / Student Store 1:15-1:25

• 1/23: Student Store 7:30-7:45

• 1/23: BINGO Night! Doors open at 6 PM, Bingo starts at 6:30 PM

OUR CONTACT INFO

• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RidgesElementaryPAC/

• President: Annie Mills Ridgeselementarypac@gmail.com

• Fun Run: Ridgesfunrun@gmail.com

• Volunteer Coordinators: Ridgesvolunteers@gmail.com

• Art Lit: Ridgesartlit@gmail.com

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The Kids Helping Kids Gift Drive is happening now for the holiday season! 🎁 All donations will support the SHARE Center, which helps families in need right here in our Sherwood community. Wishlist donations can be found at the link provided or donations can be made through Venmo to @RidgesPAC (add note Kids Gift Drive). Donations need to be received by 12/16.

Another great way to get involved is through our participation in the YMCA Help Us Fill the Bag, food collection for local families. Non-perishable and non-expired items are encouraged, especially higher proteins such as peanut butter, beans, chili, soups, tuna, canned chicken, pasta and boxed meals. Mac & cheese, protein bars and other kid friendly items are great too! Donations are accepted in the front vestibule.

PAC NEWS!

Meet Candee, who wears many hats. Not only does she lead the charge on all decor, she’s also the Art Lit coordinator! If you’ve noticed a balloon arch, bulletin board, or decor for the Ridges Fair, the chances are Candee did it!

As the Art Lit Coordinator, Candee selects the lessons, sources supplies, teaches the parent volunteers and supports each and every lesson. This is a program we’re so happy to provide to students. If she’s not at the school, you’ll find her supporting her 4th grade twins at dance, baseball or BMX.

IMPORTANT DATES

• 12/2: Picture Re-takes / PAC Meeting at 7PM in Community Room

• 12/3: Early Release at 1:15 PM / Student Store 1:15-1:45 PM

• 12/5: Popcorn Friday / Ridges Spirit Day / Student Store 7:30-7:45 AM

• 12/9: DINE OUT: Bearkat Brewing 3-9 PM

• 12/10: Early Releast at 1:!5 PM

• 12/12: Movie Night!

• 12/16: Kids Helping Kids Holiday Drive - Last Day to Participate

• 12/17: Early Release at 1:15 PM / Student Store 1:15-1:45 PM

• 12/19: Pajama Day / Student Store 7:30-7:45 AM

• 12/20-1/5: NO SCHOOL: Holiday Break

OUR CONTACT INFO

• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RidgesElementaryPAC/

• President: Annie Mills Ridgeselementarypac@gmail.com

• Fun Run: Ridgesfunrun@gmail.com

• Volunteer Coordinators: Ridgesvolunteers@gmail.com

• Art Lit: Ridgesartlit@gmail.com

TOPICS OF THE MONTH

• We can’t thank you enough for your fundraising and donations to the Ridges Fun Run! Our goal was to raise $90k and we exceeded $100k! These funds help support teachers classroom supplies, field trips, library books, art lit and so much more. Prize levels details will be coming soon.

• We have two fundraisers this month with local businesses to checkout! On Tuesday 11/18, MOD Pizza is giving 25% back of all orders with code MODGIVES25. Visit Mudpuddles between 11/17-11/23 for 20% back to the school by mentioning Ridges!

• The Kids Helping Kids Gift Drive is coming up for the holiday season! 🎁 All donations will support the SHARE Center, which helps families in need right here in our Sherwood community. Stay tuned for more details in the Principal’s Update.

PAC NEWS!

Our Hospitality Team, Tera and Victoria, bring so much warmth to Ridges! They plan and organize meals for staff during conferences, coordinate Staff Appreciation Week and the year-end luncheon, and make sure every staff member feels celebrated with birthday cards and small gifts throughout the year. Their behind-the-scenes efforts make a big difference—thank you, Tera and Victoria! 💙

They’ve also updated the Staff Favorite Things list! It’s a great resource to see what your child’s teachers love — plus links to their Amazon wish lists for classroom needs.

IMPORTANT DATES

• 11/4: PAC Meeting at 7PM in Community Room

• 11/7: Popcorn Friday

• 11/10: NO SCHOOL- Professional Development Day

• 11/11: NO SCHOOL- Veteran’s Day

• 11/12: Student Store 1:15-1:45 PM

• 11/14: Student Store 7:30-7:45 AM

• 11/17-11/23: Shop your school fundraiser at Mudpuddles

• 11/18: MOD Pizza Fundraiser

• 11/21: NO SCHOOL - Grading Day/End of Trimester

• 11/24-11/28: NO SCHOOL - Thanksgiving Break

OUR CONTACT INFO

• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RidgesElementaryPAC/

• President: Annie Mills Ridgeselementarypac@gmail.com

• Fun Run: Ridgesfunrun@gmail.com

• Volunteer Coordinators: Ridgesvolunteers@gmail.com

• Art Lit: Ridgesartlit@gmail.com

TOPICS OF THE MONTH

• This Friday is our annual Ridges Fun Run! Student’s run laps around the track and fundraise for the school. This is by far our largest fundraiser of the year which supports the students and teachers at Ridges helping fund field trips, music materials, STEM supplies, library books, art literacy, and so much more!

• Ridges Clubs are back! Don’t miss out on the opportunity to join Chess Club & Passport Club! Register for them by 10/8!

• Do you have a 4th or 5th grader interested in Choir? Signups end 10/3!

PAC NEWS!

Meet our incredible Fun Run Coordinators — Melinda (left), Amanda (center), and Nikki (right)! Along with our Fun Run Committee members, this amazing team has worked tirelessly behind the scenes: securing generous sponsors, designing and ordering our awesome t-shirts, organizing exciting prizes, and managing every detail of the event.

The Fun Run is the highlight of our school’s annual fundraising efforts, and thanks to their passion and hard work, it’s always a fun-filled and successful day.

IMPORTANT DATES

• 10/3: Ridges Fun Run / Popcorn Friday / Choir signup deadline (4th & 5th)

• 10/7: PAC Meeting at 7PM in Community Room

• 10/8: Chess & Passport Clubs signup deadline

• 10/10: NO SCHOOL

• 10/13-10/16: Ridges Book Fair

• 10/14: Dine out @Araceli’s 4-8 PM

• 10/15: Student Store 1:15-1:45 PM

• 10/17: PICTURE DAY / Student Store 7:30-7:45 AM

• 10/23 & 10/24: NO SCHOOL - CONFERENCES

• 10/29: Student Store 1:15-1:45 PM

• 10/31: Student Store 7:30-7:45 AM

OUR CONTACT INFO

• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RidgesElementaryPAC/

• President: Annie Mills Ridgeselementarypac@gmail.com

• Fun Run: Ridgesfunrun@gmail.com

• Volunteer Coordinators: Ridgesvolunteers@gmail.com

• Art Lit: Ridgesartlit@gmail.com

TOPICS OF THE MONTH

🏃‍♂️ Get Ready for the 2025 FUN RUN! 🏃‍♀️

Our school’s primary fundraiser of the year is happening Friday, October 3! Fundraising packets will go home September 26 and are due back October 8. This year we’re aiming for $90k to support classrooms, field trips, playground additions, music, STEM, and more. All are welcome to come cheer on the kids too!

Chess Club & Passport Club are returning soon! Look for details to be shared soon.

PAC NEWS!

Meet our new Volunteer Coordinators, Kari & Tamsen! They keep everything running smoothly, from ensuring background checks are complete to organizing event helpers, managing Helpcounter, and connecting with parents. Checkout more about them on the next page!

IMPORTANT DATES

• 9/1: No School for Labor Day Holiday

• 9/2 & 9/3: Kinder only - No school - Kinder Conversation Days

• 9/2: Ridges PAC Meeting in Community Room - 7pm

• 9/3: Early Release at 1:15pm

• 9/10: Early Release at 1:15pm

• 9/10: Handel’s Fundraiser for Ridges!

• 9/17: Early Release at 1:15pm

• 9/24: Early Release at 1:15pm

• 9/25: Back to School Night 5:30-7pm

• 10/3: Ridges Fun Run

Now’s the time to get your background check started if you haven’t done so yet! Visit our website to find the steps.

OUR CONTACT INFO

• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RidgesElementaryPAC/

• President: Annie Mills Ridgeselementarypac@gmail.com

• Fun Run: Ridgesfunrun@gmail.com

• Volunteer Coordinators: Ridgesvolunteers@gmail.com

• Art Lit: Ridgesartlit@gmail.com

TOPIC OF THE MONTH

Background checks: Join us for exciting events like Fun Run, Popcorn Friday, Student Store, dances, Ridges Fair & more! Or volunteer in your child classroom. Please complete your annual background check ASAP. Find step by step directions HERE.

KINDER DETAILS

Kinder Orientation - August 26

90-minute session to meet the teachers, tour the school, and get familiar with the kindergarten environment

• 8:00 AM - 9:30 AM - Last Name A-G

• 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM - Last Name H-P

• 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM - Last Name Q-Z

August 27 & 28 - All students attend

August 29 - No School for Kinders

September 1 - No School for Labor Day

September 2 & 3 - Kindergarten Family Conversation

IMPORTANT DATES

8/12 10-11am: Kindergarten Play date @ Edy side Playground

8/22 3-3:30 pm: class placement emailed to parents.

8/25 4-6 pm: Ridges Meet and Greet for 1st-5th. KONA will be here!

8/26: Kindergarten Orientation (See Kinder details above)

8/27: First day of school for all students grades 1st-5th

9/1: No School for Labor Day Holiday

*Printable calendar coming soon!

IMPORTANT DATES

8/12 10-11am: Kindergarten Play date @ Edy side Playground

8/22 3-3:30 pm: class placement emailed to parents.

8/25 4-6 pm: Ridges Meet and Greet for 1st-5th. KONA will be here!

8/26: Kindergarten Orientation (See Kinder details above)

8/27: First day of school for all students grades 1st-5th

9/1: No School for Labor Day Holiday

*Printable calendar coming soon!

TOPIC OF THE MONTH

We’re excited to share the Cless Club and Passport Club officially wrapped up their first year since relaunching - and what an incredible first year it has been! Thanks to the outstanding leadership of Larry (Chess Club) and Betsy (Passport Club), these programs came back stronger than ever, inspiring curiosity, critical thinking, and global awareness of our students. We are so grateful for their dedication and passion.

Please help us keep improving by completing these quick surveys:

• Chess Club Survey

• Passport Club Survey

PAC SHOUT OUT!

Meet Betsy (L) and Larry (R)! Betsy re-launched our Passport Club and Larry our Chess Club. Passport Club had around 44 members, met once a month and learned the location of countries and some culture. Chess club had 99 members, from beginners to more skilled. They met once a week to practice and also competed in four chess tournaments throughout the season. Betsy has 3 kids, 2 daughters (soon to be 5th and 3rd) and a son in pre-k. She enjoys reading, dancing, gardening, and traveling with her family. Larry has 2 daughters (soon to be 2nd and 9th ) and enjoys golf, and being outside with his family and their animals.

IMPORTANT DATES

• 6/6: Popcorn Friday AND Spirit Day (wear your Ridges gear or school colors)!

• 6/9: 2-4 pm: Kona Ice Fundraiser. 2:10: 5th grade “Clap Out” @ Edy Courtyard!

• 6/10: 9:30am: 5th grade promotion 11am: School’s out for SUMMER!! (no lunch served)

• 6/15: Last day to order Ridges yearbook! More info here!

• 6/20: Last day to order supply kits! To order click here; school acct #: 22627.

  AUGUST:

• 8/26: First day of school for Kindergarten

• 8/27: First day of school for grades 1-5

OUR CONTACT INFO

• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RidgesElementaryPAC/

• President: Annie Mills Ridgeselementarypac@gmail.com

• Fun Run: Ridgesfunrun@gmail.com

• Volunteer Coordinators: Ridgesvolunteers@gmail.com

• Art Lit: Ridgesartlit@gmail.com

TOPICS OF THE MONTH

• Beat the line at the fair! The form for pre-sale tickets andbracelets is linked here. Presale deadline is 5/5; tickets and bracelets will be sent home at conferences May 8 and 9.

• The Ridges Fair is coming up on 5/16 and we need your help! This amazing event is not possible without our wonderful parent volunteers....if you are able, please sign up to volunteer for a shift to set-up, a 1.5 hour shift at the fair, or clean up.

PAC SHOUT OUT!

Meet our new volunteer coordinators starting the 2025-26 school year, Kari(left) and Tamsen (right). Kari joined PAC this school year and has been shadowing Lindsey and Lisa learning all the things. Kari has 3 kids (1 grade, pre-k, and 22months) and enjoys designing, reading, paddle boarding and quality family time. Tamsen just started with PAC, but is catching on quick. She has 2 kids (Kinder and 1 yr) and enjoys crafting, hiking, wine tasting and traveling. Please give them a warm welcome when you see them or hear from them.

IMPORTANT DATES

• 5/2: POPCORN FRIDAY, Student Store 7:30-7:50 @ Edy Cafeteria

• 5/6 @ 6:30pm: PAC Meet and Greet with Treats, 7pm: PAC MEETING @ the Community Room

• 5/8-5/9: NO SCHOOL (Conferences)

• 5/14 @ 1:15-1:45: Student Store @ Edy Courtyard

• 5/16 @ 7:30-7:45: Student Store @ Edy Cafeteria and don’t forget the RIDGES FAIR 5-8pm

• 5/20 @ 7:15am: Passport Club, and DINE OUT for Ridges @ Araceli’s 3-8pm

• 5/23: Destination Day (wear a shirt from your favorite vacation spot.)

• 5/26: Memorial Day NO SCHOOL

• 5/28 @ 1:15-1:45: Student Store @ Edy Courtyard

• 5/30: @ 7:30-7:45: Student Store @ Edy Cafeteria

OUR CONTACT INFO

• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RidgesElementaryPAC/

• President: Annie Mills Ridgeselementarypac@gmail.com

• Fun Run: Ridgesfunrun@gmail.com

• Volunteer Coordinators: Ridgesvolunteers@gmail.com

• Art Lit: Ridgesartlit@gmail.com

TOPICS OF THE MONTH

• A GIANT thank you to everyone who donated food at the Neon dance! We collected 606lbs of perishable food items for the Willowbrook Food Pantry here in Sherwood. 3rd grade brought in the most items and earned an extra recess!

• RIDGES FAIR is coming up on May 16th. We are actively planning and would love to invite others to join in the fun. We’re also seeking volunteers to assist with making cotton candy, co-chairing the food booth, or helping with ticket sales. A Sign-Up Genius is in the works so keep your eyes peeled for that on our Facebook page, Principal Johnson’s weekly email and teacher emails.

PAC SHOUT OUT!

Meet Bill, he is our PAC treasurer. We can always count on him to be our voice of reason when it comes to spending...including when to splurge! He has been a PAC board member since 2019 and has 2 kids (4th and 5th grade). Bill enjoys being in the outdoors, international travel, trying new foods and loves spending time with his kids at their after-school activities.

IMPORTANT DATES

• 4/1: 6:30 PM: PAC Meet & Greet with Treats! (PAC Meeting at 7:00)

• 4/2: 1:15-1:45: Student Store @ Edy Courtyard; 6pm: Art Lit Volunteer Orientation

• 4/4: Popcorn Friday; Chess Tournament; 7:30-7:50am: Student Store @ Edy Cafeteria

• 4/7-4/10: SPRING BOOK FAIR!!! Art Lit begins (through 4/25)

• 4/10: SMS Parent night for our 5th graders (more info to come)

• 4/11: Inside Out Day! (wear your clothes inside out)

• 4/15: 7:15am: Passport Club

• 4/16: 1:15-1:45: Student Store @ Edy Courtyard

• 4/18: 7:30-7:50am: Student Store @ Edy Cafeteria

• 4/30: 1:15-1:45: Student Store @ Edy Courtyard

OUR CONTACT INFO

• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RidgesElementaryPAC/

• President: Annie Mills Ridgeselementarypac@gmail.com

• Fun Run: Ridgesfunrun@gmail.com

• Volunteer Coordinators: Ridgesvolunteers@gmail.com

• Art Lit: Ridgesartlit@gmail.com

TOPICS OF THE MONTH

• Bring the whole family and join Wolfie for an unforgettable night at the RIDGES NEON DANCE on Friday 3/14! DJ Jake from 98.7 The Bull will be spinning the hottest tracks, so get ready to groove! Enjoy delicious pizza, ice cream, and other tasty treats available for purchase. PLEASE NOTE: PARENTS MUST STAYAT THE SCHOOL WITH KIDS.

• RIDGES FAIR is coming up on May 16th. We are actively planning and would love to invite others to join in the fun. We’re also seeking volunteers to assist with making cotton candy, co-chairing the food booth, or helping with ticket sales. If you're interested, let us know!

PAC SHOUT OUT!

Meet Dana, our PAC secretaryand the reliable voice of reasonwho keeps our team on track andorganized. She's been a memberof the PAC board since 2018.Dana has 3 active kids, Rose (14),Tate, (12) and Luke (8). Whenshe's not working as a socialworker at Providence, Danaenjoys reading, camping, andcheering on her kids at 8-10sporting events each weekend.

IMPORTANT DATES

• 3/4: 6:30 PM: PAC Meet & Greet with Treats! (PAC Meeting at 7:00)

• 3/5: 7:00 AM Chess Club; 1:15 PM Student Store at Edy Courtyard; 6:30 PM 3rd grade Choir

• 3/7: Popcorn Friday; 7:30 AM Student Store at Edy Cafeteria; Ridges Spirit Day

• 3/9: Daylight Savings Time Begins

• 3/10: NO SCHOOL

• 3/12: 7:00 AM Chess Club

• 3/13: All Day DINE OUT @ Red Robin

• 3/13: 4:00-6:00 PM Kindergarten Open House

• 3/14: Ridges Neon Dance

• 3/18: 7:00 AM Passport Club

• 3/19: 7:00 AM Chess Club; 1:15 PM Student Store at Edy Courtyard

• 3/21: 7:30 AM Student Store at Edy Cafeteria

• 3/24-3/31: SPRING BREAK NO SCHOOL

OUR CONTACT INFO

• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RidgesElementaryPAC/

• President: Annie Mills Ridgeselementarypac@gmail.com

• Fun Run: Ridgesfunrun@gmail.com

• Volunteer Coordinators: Ridgesvolunteers@gmail.com

• Art Lit: Ridgesartlit@gmail.com