School news, family resources, program announcements, meeting information, and community stories.
Start of School To Do List
A family checklist for school forms, supplies, volunteering, PTA membership, and communications, with links and step-by-step instructions.
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Shop Montlake Elementary gear for school spirit!
Order Montlake Elementary gear through Lands' End online or by phone using the school's ordering instructions and preferred school number.
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Montlake Elementary School Donation Options and matching information
An April 2026 guide to donation methods, employer matching, payroll giving, and volunteer-hour grants, including Microsoft submission instructions.
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Launch Fall 26-27 School Year Registration opens April 22nd, 2026
Please mark it on your calendars and sign up for next year! https://launchlearning.org/enrollment/
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Montlake PTA Family Survey Results
February 2026 survey feedback on PTA budget priorities, with arts leading among respondents and results informing, not determining, budget planning.
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Montlake PTA February General Meeting Recording
Thanks to those of you who were able to join us for our February General Membership meeting! If you'd like to listen to what was discussed, please review the recording below. Next week we will share the meeting minutes, once approved by the PTA Board. Montlake PTA General Meeting (February 2026)-20260212_030313UTC-Meeting Recording.mp4
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Key Events for 5th Grade Islandwood: Parent Night Out, Walk-A-Thon & Bake Sale details
Islandwood is an exciting outdoor learning program that offers our 5th graders a unique chance to explore nature, build friendships, and learn outside the classroom. It's estimated cost is $15,880 or roughly $500/per student depending on final numbers. To help fund this valuable experience and reduce the cost of attendance for everyone, our community has created a few events: Parents Night Out : March 20th Walk-A-Thon : April 4th Bake Sale @ the Arboretum : TBD date (but you can hold one,...
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Attention incoming Montlake Elementary Kindergarten Families: Enroll your student by 1/31!
Have an incoming Kindergarten student? Know a neighbor or friend considering Montlake Elementary? SPS choice enrollment process will occur earlier this year to simplify planning for families. Families in the geo-zone should enroll now and those zoned to other schools who want to attend Montlake are strongly encouraged to submit their choice applications by January 31st to secure a spot. Enrolling by 1/31 will help ensure appropriate staffing for 2026-2027! Spread the word to neighbors and...
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Congratulations to Montlake Office Assistant Missy Pody, SPS All Star Award Winner!
SPS recognizes Montlake office assistant Missy Pody for her dedication and care for students. Read the school's celebration and the linked district tribute.
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It's the most wonderful time of the year - time for our holiday Evergreens sale!
It's that time of year again! Order your holiday decorations & help support the Montlake PTA. Bring the whole family to pickup to enjoy delicious baked goods, drinks. Order on our Evergreens sale page ! Pickup Details: Where: Montlake Elementary School (2025 E Calhoun St) When: December 6th, 10am–12pm What: Pickup, Bake Sale, Hot Drinks, & More! Questions? Contact us: evergreens@montlakepta.org
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Looking for an Elementary School for 2026?🎉 You're Invited to Montlake Elementary Meet & Greets!
We’d love for you to consider Montlake Elementary , a small, neighborhood public school known for its strong academics, vibrant community, and incredible enrichment opportunities. Meet our principal and connect with staff and PTA members for a Q&A. 📅 Upcoming Meet & Greets Thursday, October 30 @ 8:05 AM Wednesday, November 5 @ 1:30 PM 👉 RSVP to Missy Pody: 📧 mapody@seattleschools.org 🏫 Why Montlake? Small school, big heart – Dedicated teachers and staff (many with 10–15+ years at...
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Montlake PTA Board Meetings and General Meeting Dates
Welcome to the 2025-2026 School Year! We are excited to have you join the Montlake Community, and hope you can join us for an upcoming...
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After School Enrichment Registration Open Sept. 10 at noon -Sept. 17 at 9PM. Classes begin October 6th!
Hello Montlake Families! Welcome to the Fall Session of our After School Enrichment Program! Register for classes here: Montlake's 6crickets portal. You have one week to register for classes! The Portal closes Wednesday, Sept 17th at 9pm. The fall session is 11 weeks starting Monday, October 6th through Friday, December 19th. No classes will be held on days when school is not in session: October 10th, November 11th and the week of November 24th – 28th. Please remember to complete the...
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Welcome New and Prospective Families!
We are thrilled that you are interested in joining us at Montlake Elementary.
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From Montlake to the Nobel Prize
Dr. David Baker wasn’t always the 2024 Nobel Prize in Chemistry recipient. Before the professor [...] was a student at Montlake Elementary.
Read updateAfter School Enrichment Fall Session 2024 Information
Our fall 2024 session starts this Wednesday, October 9th and runs through Friday, December 20th. Please login to 6crickets to check...
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Students are now officially entered in the bus roster for the Activity Bus and you should see the rides appear in the Zum app starting...
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The PTA provides an after school enrichment program with classes in art, choir, gymnastics, Minecraft, language, writing, and many more. Classes start after school at end by 4:00 pm on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays. On Wednesdays, classes end by 3:00 pm. Students may choose to take the Activity Bus after their enrichment classes. The Activity Bus loads at 4:00 pm (3:00 pm Wednesdays). Students must register for the Activity Bus each session. The After School Enrichment program...
Read updateStart of School To-Do List
At the start of each school year, parents and guardians need to fill out forms and pay fees. Here is the checklist of tasks to do....
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