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Parent Party Meet Up

3/22/2023

 
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Monday, March 27 7-9 p.m.
Rockwell's Neighborhood Grill 
4632 N. Rockwell 


Our school’s annual spring fundraiser, Big Night, is coming up on May 19th! One of the ways to get involved and meet other parents and community members is to host a party! 

What is a “Parent Party”?
A party, gathering or activity that is hosted by parents but can be for anyone! Grown-ups only, just kids, families, moms, dads, etc.

What does it mean to “host” a parent party?
Hosting a party means covering the cost and planning the party. The proceeds from the ticket sales will go to WatersToday to fund many programs, projects and initiatives at Waters. You can host a party with other parents to share the responsibilities!

How many people attend a party?
It can be 10, 20, 70 or 100! The size of the party is up to you!

Where are Parent Parties?
They can be at a venue or a home!

What are some examples of Parent Parties?
Game Night, BBQ, Exercise Class, Spa Day, Family Yoga, Kids Backyard Movie Night, Themed Cocktail Party

How can I learn more and hear from past hosts?
At the Parent Party info meet up on Monday, March 27th from 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM @ Rockwell’s Neighborhood Grill

Questions? Ideas? Thoughts?
Email Maya Menon maya.shastri@gmail.com

What if I have a question about Big Night, a donation for the auction, or a sponsorship connection?
Email waterstodayevents@gmail.com

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Donation Receipts

3/22/2023

 
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Tax receipts for donations made in 2022 were emailed in January. If you did not receive an email and are in need of a receipt please email waterstodaytreasurer@gmail.com

Know Any Magicians?

3/8/2023

 
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As we move into spring, we are getting ready for Big Night and looking for lots of help to make the celebration special.  Do you know a magician or photographer who would be interested in working the event?  Do you have a connection to a local business or are you an amazing artist with something to donate to the auction?  Are you up for hosting a party for parents, kids, or families as part of our ever-popular Parent Party fundraisers?  If you have an idea, something you'd like to contribute, or a question about how you can pitch in, reach out to waterstodayevents@gmail.com.

Save the Date for Springapalooza!

3/8/2023

 
Friday, May 12, 3:30-5:30 p.m.
Waters Field

Save the Date! Springapalooza, formerly known as Little Big Night, will be held on Friday, May 12th from 3:30-5:30pm.  This celebration is for the kids and their families, featuring music, food and live performances.  Parent volunteers will be needed, more details to follow soon!
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Interested in Joining the Auction Team for Big Night?

2/22/2023

 
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 Interested in joining Big Night's Auction team??

We need 7 folks to join the auction solicitation team before March 1. Much of this can be done in your own schedule and over email. New connections and donations are needed.

You can expect to receive clear instructions on what to do and when including: 
  • an 'assignment list'- a list of businesses to solicit.  This list will include previous donations from the donor and contact info for that donor.  
  •  a templated solicitation message that the solicitor can copy and paste (potentially personalize a little bit) into an email and send off to solicit the donation.
  • a donation form the donor can fill out describing the item that is being donated, the value, etc.  timeline:
  • We'd ask that solicitations and follow-ups are done throughout the month of March(can be done on weekends, evenings, whatever works for the solicitor) and that items are picked up from the donor and dropped off at Abby’s by April 15th
 We'd also LOVE it if people had ideas about new businesses to solicit or if they have creative ideas for auction items. 

Sound fun?! For more information or to volunteer, email Abby Boyer abbyboyer@gmail.com and Jenna Martin jennablickmartin@gmail.com.

Save the Date for Big Night!

1/25/2023

 
Big Night 2023 is May 19th at Artifact Events. More information is to come about ticket purchasing, parties and opportunities for donations. If you are interested in volunteering, join us on February 13th's planning event or reach out to waterstodayevents@gmail.com!
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Waters Parents and Kids Night Out: Fit City Kids

12/22/2022

 
Friday, January 20 5:30-8 p.m.
2540 W. Lawrence


Fight cabin fever with a special night out for Waters kids and parents!  Kids are invited to a special Waters party at Fit City Kids including pizza, free play, and games for $45. Plus a portion of each ticket comes back to WatersToday! Parents, stay tuned for some special restaurant givebacks for you to enjoy while the kids are occupied.  Sign up for the Fit City Kids party here.
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Big Night Informational Meeting

12/22/2022

 
Monday, February 13th, 6pm
Waters Room 316



Big Night is our spring gala fundraiser and we are just starting to get plans in place. Whether you have a great item to donate to the auction, ideas about event planning and decor, or questions about what happens during the party, we hope you'll join us on February 13th to learn more.

NB: This meeting was rescheduled from January 9th.
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Bottles and Cans Tasting Event: We Drink for the Kids

12/7/2022

 
Thursday, December 8, 6:30-9 p.m.
4109 N. Lincoln Ave.


Join us for a free event, tasting wine and spirits to liven your spirits! Hosted by Bottles and Cans on Dec. 8th from 6:30 to 9:00pm, Waters' parents will also earn an extra 15% per purchase at the tasting for WatersToday!
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Maker Fair and Extended Book Fair Hours on Thursday

11/29/2022

 
Thursday, December 1 3:30-7p.m.
Waters Garden Annex


Stop by after school this Thursday for some extended shopping time at the Book Fair and check out the mini Maker Fair with handmade gifts for the holidays right from the Waters community.  Purchase gifts for your kids, donate books to their classrooms, and support some great local artists!
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Scholastic Book Fair and All For Books!

11/10/2022

 
Tuesday, November 29- Friday, December 2
Waters Garden Annex


The Scholastic Book Fair is back, November 29 to December 2 in the Garden Annex ! Students will attend throughout the week with their homeroom class (schedule to come) and there will be after school shopping hours on Thursday, December 1, from 3:30 - 7:00.  
Next week, homeroom teachers will be collecting spare change for All for Books! The money raised is used to buy books at the fair for Waters students in need and for the Circle of Help. Please consider donating your spare change in the envelope sent home this week and return it to your homeroom teacher by Friday, November 18.  
We will need lots of help with the fair! The volunteer sign-up will be coming soon!
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Maker Fair is Back!

11/10/2022

 
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Thursday, December 1, 3:30-7 p.m.
Waters Garden Annex


Mark your calendars because the Waters Elementary Maker Fair is BACK! We are excited to announce that this beloved community event will be taking place on
Thursday, December 1 from 3:30 - 7 PM in the Waters Annex! Come and shop a variety of talented local artists and makers - and take advantage of after-hours shopping at our Scholastic Book Fair.

Dine Outs This Week

11/2/2022

 
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Waters Dines Out:
Rockwell's Neighborhood Grill

Sunday, November 6
4632 N. Rockwell St.

Waters Dines Out this Sunday at Rockwell's. Rockwell's is kicking off our holiday dine out calendar and will donate 50% of sales of all Wildcat burgers and Aleman pints this Sunday back to WatersToday. Grab a burger or beer for lunch or dinner this Sunday, catch up with lots of Waters friends, and support the school all at once.


​Waters Dines Out:
Potbelly Sandwich Shop

Wednesday, November 9, 5-8 p.m.
4709 N. Lincoln Ave.

Grab a sandwich or a treat at Potbelly on Lincoln this Wednesday.  The shop will donate back 25% of all sales when you show this flyer or mention the Waters' fundraiser.

Walkathon Classroom Winners

11/2/2022

 
Thank you so much to everyone who donated, volunteered, walked, ran, slimed, and got slimed this Walkathon!  Now to announce the leaders for most total dollars raised and highest rate of participation...Winners get an extra hour of recess and the school-wide winner also gets an hour of fun with Principal Rutkowski!

TOTAL RAISED = over $103,000!!!

Total Dollars Raised Winners
K-2 = Novak
3-5 and top overall = Berezka
6-8 = Hooper

Percent Participation Winners
PreK = Beza
K = Ramos
1st = Nunez-Johnson
2nd  = Rajska 
3rd = Arachie 
4th =  Smallwood 
5th =  Walsh
6th = Collins-Gonzalez 
7th = Ballasch 
8th = Raman
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Giveback Season is Here!

11/1/2022

 
Starting to think about holiday shopping? Check out the calendar of our Shopping and Dining Givebacks for November and December 2022!  Shop or dine at these local business on the scheduled days and mention Waters and a share of your total will be donated back to WatersToday.  Get some shopping done, support local businesses, and help Waters grow all at once!
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Thank You!!

10/14/2022

 
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$100,000 and 600 happy kids! It was a great day at Waters! Thanks to everyone who donated, volunteered, cheered, and walked and to the teachers and staff who made the day run smoothly. We hope everyone had a great time! See you next Thursday for slime AND a dance party!!

Walkathon Day Tomorrow

10/13/2022

 
Tomorrow is Walkathon Day and we've already reached our fundraising goal! Thank you so much to the families and friends who have donated so far!  Mr. Rutkowski has a special bonus dance party ready for the Sliming Celebration if we can cross the $100,000 mark now, so if you haven't donated yet, get your pledge in now!  We're need just $10,000 more to get there!


We hope to see you cheering on the kids at the walk tomorrow. Make sure they wear gym shoes and their Waters gear!
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Waters Dines Out: Gideon Welles Pint Giveback

10/12/2022

 
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October 14- November 18
4500 N. Lincoln Ave.
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Starting Friday, Gideon Welles will donate $1 for each pint of Temeperance Gatecrasher IPA purchased through November 18.  Stop by this month for drinks or dinner and support Waters at the same time!

Waters Dines Out: Rocks Northcenter

10/12/2022

 
Waters Dines Out: Rocks Northcenter
Wednesday, October 19, 4-10 p.m.
4138 N. Lincoln Ave.

Waters Dines Out on Wednesday, October 19 is at Rocks Northcenter! Dine-in with some Waters friends or order carry-out and a 20% your total sale will be donated back to WatersToday.  Make sure to mention Waters or share the flier when ordering!
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Walkathon Helpers and Cheerleaders Needed

10/12/2022

 
October 13 and 14
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We are planning for a cheering section at each corner around the school on Friday to encourage kids throughout the walk. Ring cowbells, hold signs and make noise to cheer for the students as they circle the school. Each classroom has a designated walk time. You can find your child's classroom time on this 
schedule. Props will be provided by WaterToday but you’re also welcome to BYO! If you want to help make signs or chalk the route, join us on the field right after school Thursday to decorate! Another great way to participate in the Walkathon is to fulfill one of the many volunteer roles. Please see the Sign Up Genius to find a spot that works for you!
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