In response to the announcements in West Seattle yesterday about staff cuts at our local elementary schools, the following Call to Action was written for parents to use to let their voice be heard. The instructions for the call to action: Print, sign and mail this (or your own version) to the address on the letter Email a copy of the letter to these addresses: (use every email address you have and forward to others outside of

Registration is complete and our classes begin this coming Monday, October 12th!  If you have students enrolled in enrichment, you should be getting an email this week outlining class dates, times, and location, as well as pick up and attendance policies.  Please read it carefully and calendar all the pertinent information.  We are looking forward to a great session!

It’s time to start planning our 2016 Auction! Please join us Monday, October 12 at 7PM, in the Schmitz Park cafeteria for the Auction Kick off meeting. We will be finalizing the theme, filling roles (both big and small), discussing event activities and more. This is an event to plan so bring your ideas, experience and enthusiasm!

Please visit the Schmitzville Blog: “Get Involved” tab for important volunteer needs and requirements.  

It was great to see everyone at the Schmitzville Carnival – our last one at Schmitz Park Elementary. We hope you had a great time! Thank you Katie Hudson and Jodi Bennett for planning this event (twice)!

Registration is in full swing!  Click here to visit the online registration page.  While about half the classes are full, many more still have room – you can email enrichment@schmitzparkpta.org with questions.  Online registration will close on October 6 at 5PM (paper registrations will be collected at 2:50 on October 6) and classes begin on Monday, October 12.  

Want an easy way to help ensure Schmitz Park stays amazing and has all the necessary resources to support our children and teachers? Donate to our Direct Give Campaign now. It’s so easy, and so important! http://www.schmitzparkpta.org/directgive/

Our West Seattle Schools Face Significant Changes Schmitz Park Elementary – 8AM to 2:10PM Madison Middle School – 9:40AM to 4:10PM West Seattle High School – 8:50AM to 3:20PM Below is a comprehensive list of West Seattle schools as well as the West Seattle Blog’s coverage from the meeting last night. 2016-2017 SPS Proposed Bell Times http://westseattleblog.com/2015/09/big-changes-for-seattle-schools-bell-times-big-concerns-voiced-at-tonights-district-discussion/   Email arrivaltimes@seattleschools.org to provide your support or opposition to the proposed changes to the District by October 6.

Registration is open at 12:00pm today! PDF: Enrichment registration -Fall 2015 Register Here

The Schmitzville Carnival has been rescheduled for this Friday Sept 25 from 5:30-8pm. This annual event is a great opportunity to catch up with old friends, meet new ones and rejoice in our community being back together at school! Plus with six food trucks no one has to make dinner that night! But we can’t do it without your help. We’ve broken down the shifts to just 1/2 hour. Please sign up on the link