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☀️ May PTSA Updates and Events

It’s May and just like that, the end of the school year is approaching, which means, this is going to be a busy month for all!

Go to: PTSA Updates | PTSA Volunteer Opportunities | May PTSA Events | Looking Ahead

Your Donations in Action

Did you know your donations help partially fund the Literacy Intervention program at Hazel Wolf?This program is supported by both the Washington State Learning Assistance Program (LAP) and the PTSA.

It serves Kindergarten through 3rd grade students who need additional reading support. During the 2025–2026 school year, the program has supported 56 students.

The team includes two tutors and a Special Education paraeducator, and is led by Ms. Projansky, the Literacy Interventionist and ML Teacher.

PTSA Updates

Staff Appreciation Week is this week!

Staff Appreciation Week is May 4-8 and these are the ways families and students can participate

Got Ideas? We’ve Got Open Seats!

We’re recruiting for next school year, come support our students and the Wolf Pack community! Email president@hazelwolfk8.org to get involved!

Open Positions:

  • President
  • Vice President
  • Fundraising
  • Treasurer
  • Communications

Ridwell Update

Lawn sign placed in front of a school reads "Our school is wasting less! Ridwell"

Help us bring back our Ridwell plastic film and multi-layer plastics (TBD) program next school year! Your support covers the logistics and costs that make this program possible. Donate to the PTSA today.

The last day to drop off plastic film or shoes for recycling will be Monday, June 15th.

📣May Student Shout Out

This month, we celebrate fourth graders Evan, Kosal, Lucas, Nathan, and Soben, who are part of the Hazel Wolf Chess Club through the Hall of Fame after school program.

In February, they competed at the Decatur Gator Fest Tournament, earning 5th place as a team and bringing home a trophy for the school. Lucas and Nathan also earned individual trophies.

All five students qualified for the Washington State Scholastic Chess Tournament, where they competed in April. As a team, the boys placed 25th out of 246 schools in the Premier section —way to represent your school! ♟️👏

Purchase Flowers for Mom, Support Public Schools and Farmers

The SPS Mother’s Day Weekend Fundraiser is back! Organized by Friendly Hmong Farms, PNW BIPOC Farmland Trust, and SESEC, this is an easy way to celebrate Mother’s Day while giving back. Purchase a beautiful bouquet from Hmong farmers to support Seattle Public Schools and BIPOC farmers impacted by the 2025 floods.

• 💐 Bouquets: $60 (1) or $100 (2)
• 🎓 $10 to your chosen school + $10 to Title I schools
• 📍 Pick up Saturday, May 9 at locations all over Seattle (choose your preferred location + time at checkout)
• 🔗 Purchase bouquets today!

Pedalheads Discount Code

Use code HWOLF26 by June 30th, 2026, to receive $25 OFF any Pedalheads Bike program in Washington! For every code redeemed, Pedalheads will donate $25 back to the Hazel Wolf K-8 PTSA!

PTSA Volunteer Opportunities

We need help with set up, clean up, and more with these upcoming events:

Join Our Green Team, ongoing

Let’s help our students understand the impact of their choices through hands-on recycling and composting. We’re looking for volunteers to assist in the lunchroom, helping children learn the simple “system” of sorting waste. Help us teach our kids the practical science of taking care of our planet! Sign up today!

May PTSA Events

Staff Appreciation Events, May 4-May8

Staff Appreciation Week is May 4-8 and these are the events the PTSA has in stored:

Multicultural Night, May 7

Multicultural Night is May 7 from 530pm to 7:30pm (corrected time) at Hazel Wolf.  Families are encouraged and invited to bring a cultural dish to share with the community.  We need volunteers! Sign up to help with set-up or clean-up and make this event a success!

NEW DATE! Dr. Ross Greene on Collaborative Problem Solving, May 12

The Seattle Special Education PTSA welcomes back Dr. Ross Greene for a timely, Seattle-focused conversation.

This session will explore how Collaborative & Proactive Solutions (CPS), a trauma-informed, neurodiversity-affirming, and state-endorsed approach, supports Seattle Public School students with academic or behavioral challenges and provides educators and families with practical strategies for success.

  • 🗓 Date & Time: May 12, 6:00–8:00 PM
  • 💻 Location: Zoom (link + details coming soon!)
  • 👥 Who Should Attend: Families, teachers, principals & district leaders
  • 🌎 ASL & Spanish interpretation provided
  • 👉 Register Today!

PTSA General Session, May 14

Join us Thursday, May 14 from 6:30pm-8:30pm in the library to get updates from the Principal and PTSA, as well as a preview of upcoming events. Childcare will be provided.

Special Guest: Dr. Lynn Hofstad of Place and Path College Consulting,  will present about the following:

  • Resources for Life After High School
  • Becoming College-Ready
  • Activities, Extracurriculars, and Life Beyond the Classroom
  • Requirements and Beyond
  • Academic Planning Advice

Hazel Wolf Mariner’s Night, May 16 – 50 tickets left!

Play ball! Bring your family and friends to the Hazel Wolf K-8 Mariners game night on Saturday, May 16 at 4:15pm at T-Mobile Park, as the Mariners face the Padres. Enjoy a fun afternoon at the ballpark with discounted tickets available for just $16.77 per ticket.️ Purchase M’s tickets today!

Paint the HW Playground, May 31

View of Seattle Skyline from seats of T-Mobile Park.
  • Sunday, May 31 at 10am (back up date is Sun. June 7th if rained out)
  • All materials will be provided!
  • Please keep younger children at home, as we will not have the capacity to monitor children around wet paint stations.
  • Sign up to paint the the playground! You do not need to be a registered volunteer for this.

Ridwell Plastic Film Pick-ups, Until Jun 15

We earned free Ridwell plastic films pick-ups this academic year. Drop off your clean and dry plastic films in the Ridwell bin by the school entrance anytime. Learn what items Ridwell can accept. 

Shoe Recycling, Until Jun 15

Drop off old and worn-out shoes next to the Ridwell bin by the school entrance anytime. You can also find a location to recycle many other textiles near you.  

Looking Ahead

Community Event: Seattle Storm Game, June 12

Join the PTSA for our final community event of the year as we cheer on the Storm against the Golden State Valkyries!

Stay connected

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College Readiness and Planning at PTSA General Session, May 14

Join us Thursday, May 14 from 6:30pm-8:30pm in the library to get updates from Dr. Brueder and PTSA, as well as a preview of upcoming events. Childcare will be provide.

Special Guest: Dr. Lynn Hofstad

Dr. Lynn Hofstad of Place and Path College Consulting,  will present about the following:

  • Resources for Life After High School
  • Becoming College-Ready
  • Activities, Extracurriculars, and Life Beyond the Classroom
  • Requirements and Beyond
  • Academic Planning Advice

Reminders for this Week

🐺👕 Last Day to Order Spirit Gear, Apr. 26

Today, Sunday, April 26, is the last day to order Spirit Gear. What are you waiting for? Order now!

🧠 Neurodivergent Community Group , Apr. 30

The next online meeting is Thursday, April 30. These gatherings are a supportive space for parents to connect, share experiences, and learn strategies—while building community and advocating for our kids. RSVP today!

🎥 K-5 Movie Night, May 1

The votes are in and we’ll be watching Zootopia 2 for the last movie night of the year! Bring your blankets and pillows to cozy up on the floor, or bring a low-backed chair to set up behind.

📅 Friday, May 1
🕕 Doors open at 6pm, movie starts at 6:30pm
📍 Cafetorium

Pizza and snacks will be available for purchase.
Siblings are welcome, guardian must attend.

🙋‍♂️ 🙋‍♀️ We need volunteers to help with setup, concessions, and cleanup—sign up today to be part of the fun!

🍎Staff Appreciation Event: Chalk Notes, May 1-3

Staff Appreciation Week is May 4–8, and we’d love your help kicking things off! We’ll have chalk ready for you. Just stop by the school and leave a message for our staff:

  • Friday evening (May 1) on your way to Movie Night
  • Saturday (May 2) anytime
  • Sunday (May 3) anytime

Here’s what the PTSA has in store for the rest of Staff Appreciation week:

Pedalheads Discount and Mother’s Day Fundraiser

🚲 Pedalheads Discount Code

Use code HWOLF26 by June 30th, 2026, to receive $25 OFF any Pedalheads Bike program in Washington! For every code redeemed, Pedalheads will donate $25 back to the Hazel Wolf K-8 PTA!

If you’re looking for more summer camp ideas, don’t forget to check out the summer camp resources on our website.

🌼 Purchase Flowers for Mom, Support Public Schools and Farmers

The SPS Mother’s Day Weekend Fundraiser is back! Organized by Friendly Hmong Farms, PNW BIPOC Farmland Trust, and SESEC, this is an easy way to celebrate Mother’s Day while giving back. Purchase a beautiful bouquet from Hmong farmers to support Seattle Public Schools and BIPOC farmers impacted by the 2025 floods.

• 💐 Bouquets: $60 (1) or $100 (2)
• 🎓 $10 to your chosen school + $10 to Title I schools
• 📍 Pick up Saturday, May 9 at locations all over Seattle (choose your preferred location + time at checkout)
• 🔗 Purchase bouquets today!


⏰ Don’t Forget: Spring Spirit Gear Sale on Now

Spirit gear is on sale now through April 26! There are two ways to purchase gear:

  • Order forms: Check those backpacks! Order forms were sent home the week before spring break.  
  • Shop Online: Visit the Hazel Wolf Spirit Gear online store

📅 Save the Date for these May Events

Read last’s week’s post to learn about these upcoming events you shouldn’t miss!

Don’t Miss These May Events: Save the Date

May is going to be busy! Make sure these events are on your calendar.

🎥 K-5 Movie Night, May 1

K–5 families, join us for our last movie night of the year! Bring your blankets and pillows to cozy up on the floor, or bring a low-backed chair to set up behind. Follow us on instagram to help pick the movie!

📅 Friday, May 1
🕕 Doors open at 6pm, movie starts at 6:30pm
📍 Cafetorium

Pizza and snacks will be available for purchase.
Siblings are welcome, guardian must attend.

We need volunteers to help with setup, concessions, and cleanup—sign up today to be part of the fun!

🍎 Staff Appreciation Week, May 4-8

Staff Appreciation Week is May 4–8, and the PTSA is ready to celebrate our amazing staff! Join us at one of the events.

Saturday, May 2 and Saturday, May 3: Staff Appreciation Chalk Notes

Monday, May 4: Staff Appreciation Coffee Cart

NEW DATE! Wednesday, May 6: Sign up to bring ingredients for the Staff Appreciation Lunch taco bar.

🌍 Multicultural Night, May 7

Multicultural Night is May 7 from 5pm-7pm at Hazel Wolf.  Families are encouraged and invited to bring a cultural dish to share with the community.  We need volunteers! Sign up to help with set-up or clean-up and make this event a success!

🎨🖌 ️Paint the Playground Event, May 31

Join our community this spring as we paint the blacktop and create a brighter, more joyful space together. This project will provide our students with colorful markings for 4 square, hopscotch, a maze, and 2 abstract murals. You do not need to be a registered volunteer for this. Sign up for this exciting painting event!

  • Sunday, May 31 at 10am (back up date is Sun. June 7th if rained out)
  • All materials will be provided!
  • Please keep younger children at home, as we will not have the capacity to monitor children around wet paint stations.

Stay Connected

Subscribe to our blog and get updates right in your email! Check your spam folder if you’ve signed up and are not getting the emails. Prefer to get your updates on social media? Follow us on Facebook and Instagram.

Volunteer Page

Looking for PTSA volunteer opportunities? Find them all in one place – the Volunteer page!

If you have any questions, email communications@hazelwolfk8.org.

Shop HW Spirit Gear: Sale Ends April 26

Spirit gear is on sale now through April 26! There are 2 ways to purchase gear:

  • Order forms: Order forms will be sent home this next week. Check those backpacks! 
  • Shop Online: Visit the Hazel Wolf Spirit Gear online store

There will be a table at pick up this week where you can check out the spirit gear. Order forms and a QR code will available at the table to place orders.

📅 Save the Date: Neurodivergent Community Group Meeting, April 30

Hazel Wolf’s Neurodivergent Community Group would like to invite you to our next virtual parents gathering on April 30th 6-8pm

The group is a welcoming space for parents of neurodiverse children to connect, share experiences, and learn strategies for growth. Together, we build understanding, confidence, and community while advocating for our kids. 

Please RSVP here and contact xu.jenny@gmail.com with any questions.

🌷April PTSA Updates and Events

April is here and Spring is in full bloom! Read about what’s going on this month with the PTSA.

Go to: PTSA Updates | PTSA Volunteer Opportunities | April PTSA Events | Looking Ahead

Your Donations in Action

Did you know the PTSA helped fund t-shirts for the Green Team? The Green Team is a group of middle school students who teach elementary students about recycling and composting, helping lead sustainability efforts at school.

PTSA Updates

Got Ideas? We’ve Got Open Seats!

We’re recruiting for next school year, come support our students and the Wolf Pack community! Email president@hazelwolfk8.org to get involved!

Open Positions:

  • President
  • Vice President
  • Fundraising
  • Treasurer
  • Communications

Spring Masquerade Auction Recap

We are so grateful to the community showing up and making the Spring Masquerade a huge success! We raised nearly $50,000 which supports the PTSA programming at Hazel Wolf K8. If you weren’t able to attend or win any silent auction bids, you can still financially support our school with donations (or family/friend donations!) by visiting our givebacks donation page or dropping a check off. 

A big thank you to Joe Tobiason for photographing the auction!

📣April Student Shout Out

This month, we celebrate our fourth and fifth graders who took part in the Seattle Public Library’s Global Reading Challenge, a fun program where students read selected books and work in teams to answer trivia questions.

In February, 56 students (33 fourth graders and 23 fifth graders) competed in the trivia portion, forming these eight teams:

  • Book Potatoes: Bethel, Lincoln, Maya, Isadora, Jalen, Mae, Ellory
  • The Thunderbirds: Maxwell, Elliott, Soben, Phoenix, Rohan, Julia, Miles
  • Goats: Paige, Nora, Karis, Kiera, Emelyn, Corinne
  • Tomato Potatoes: Dean W. Zaki, Isabella, Hailey, John, Nathan
  • Book Bandits: Dean I., Xavier, Imraan, Nico, Imran, William, Wesley
  • Awesome Avocados: Alex, Emmie, Sylvie, Cora, Thalia, Hermela, Sara
  • Book Turtles: Ella, Rufta, Samuel, Rosalind
  • Universal Galaxy Stars: Emma, Henley, Wyatt, Yusra, Genevieve

Congratulations to The Thunderbirds, our in-school champions! This all–fourth grade team represented Hazel Wolf at the semi-finals in March and earned 3rd place. 🎉

Kudos to all our readers for their teamwork, enthusiasm, and love of reading! 📚✨

Lost and Found

Spring Break is around the corner (April 13–17), so don’t forget to check the lost and found—where your child’s missing jacket has been living its best life since October. View the Lost and Found photo album for pictures and videos of the current items. Clothing left for more than 4 weeks will be donated to Kidvantage.

Spring Spirit Gear Sale

Spirit gear is on sale now through April 26! There are three ways to purchase gear:

  • Order forms: Order forms will be sent home week of April 6. Check those backpacks! 
  • At pick up: Stop by the Spirit Gear table at pickup during the week of April 6th to purchase items or pick up an order form. 
  • Shop Online: Visit the Hazel Wolf Spirit Gear online store

Purchase Flowers for Mom, Support Public Schools and Farmers

The SPS Mother’s Day Weekend Fundraiser is back! Organized by Friendly Hmong Farms, PNW BIPOC Farmland Trust, and SESEC, this is an easy way to celebrate Mother’s Day while giving back. Purchase a beautiful bouquet from Hmong farmers to support Seattle Public Schools and BIPOC farmers impacted by the 2025 floods.

• 💐 Bouquets: $60 (1) or $100 (2)
• 🎓 $10 to your chosen school + $10 to Title I schools
• 📍 Pick up Saturday, May 9 at locations all over Seattle (choose your preferred location + time at checkout)
• 🔗 Purchase bouquets today!

Pedalheads Discount Code

Use code HWOLF26 by June 30th, 2026, to receive $25 OFF any Pedalheads Bike program in Washington! For every code redeemed, Pedalheads will donate $25 back to the Hazel Wolf K-8 PTSA!

PTSA Volunteer Opportunities

Join Our Green Team, ongoing

Let’s help our students understand the impact of their choices through hands-on recycling and composting. We’re looking for volunteers to assist in the lunchroom, helping children learn the simple “system” of sorting waste. Help us teach our kids the practical science of taking care of our planet! Sign up today!

Paint the HW Playground, May 31

Join our community this spring as we paint the blacktop and create a brighter, more joyful space together. This project will provide our students with colorful markings for 4 square, hopscotch, a maze, and 2 abstract murals. You do not need to be a registered volunteer for this. Sign up for this exciting painting event!

  • Sunday, May 31 at 10am (back up date is Sun. June 7th if rained out)
  • All materials will be provided!
  • Please keep younger children at home, as we will not have the capacity to monitor children around wet paint stations.

April PTSA Events

Neurodivergent Community Group , Apr. 30

The next online meeting is Thursday, April 30. These gatherings are a supportive space for parents to connect, share experiences, and learn strategies—while building community and advocating for our kids. RSVP today!

Ridwell Plastic Film Pick-ups, Ongoing

We earned free Ridwell plastic films pick-ups this academic year. Drop off your clean and dry plastic films in the Ridwell bin by the school entrance anytime. Learn what items Ridwell can accept. 

Shoe Recycling, Ongoing

Drop off old and worn-out shoes next to the Ridwell bin by the school entrance anytime. You can also find a location to recycle many other textiles near you.  

Looking Ahead

K-5 Movie Night, May 1

Stay tuned for more info! For now, follow us @hazelwolfk8ptsa on Instagram and get ready to vote for the Movie Night movie.

Staff Appreciation Events, May 4-May8

Staff Appreciation Week is May 4-8 and these are the events the PTSA has in stored:

  • Sunday, May 2-Saturday, May 3: Staff Appreciation Chalk Notes
  • Monday, May 4: Staff Appreciation Coffee Cart
  • Thursday, May 7: Staff Appreciation Lunch

Dr. Ross Greene on Collaborative Problem Solving, May 13

Save the Date! Dr. Ross Greene, renowned child psychologist and author, will be joining the Seattle Special Education PTSA to discuss Collaborative Problem Solving (CPS). This session will focus on Seattle-specific implementation strategies designed to support children in schools and at home.

  • 🗓 Date & Time: May 13 | 6:00–8:00 PM
  • 💻 Location: Zoom (link + details coming soon!)
  • 👥 Who Should Attend: Families, teachers, principals & district leaders
  • 🔒 Note: Seattle Special Education PTSA member to attend. Join today!
  • 🌎 ASL & Spanish interpretation provided

PTSA General Session, May 14

Join us in the library on May 14 from 6:30-8:30pm. More information to come.

PTSA General Session banner

Hazel Wolf Mariner’s Night, May 16

Play ball! Bring your family and friends to the Hazel Wolf K-8 Mariners game night on Saturday, May 16 at 4:15pm at T-Mobile Park, as the Mariners face the Padres. Enjoy a fun afternoon at the ballpark with discounted tickets available for just $16.77 per ticket.️ Purchase M’s tickets today!

Paint the HW Playground, May 31

Sign up to paint the the playground! You do not need to be a registered volunteer for this.

  • Sunday, May 31 at 10am (back up date is Sun. June 7th if rained out)
  • All materials will be provided!
  • Please keep younger children at home, as we will not have the capacity to monitor children around wet paint stations.

Stay connected

Subscribe to our blog and get updates right in your email! Check your spam folder if you’ve signed up and are not getting the emails. Prefer to get your updates on social media? Follow us on Facebook and Instagram.

If you have any questions, email communications@hazelwolfk8.org.