February 17, 2026

Happy Lunar Year!

PTSA Calendar | School Website | LWSD Website | Yearbook 25-26

Monthly Events
DATE EVENT LOCATION / TIME
February 18 - 20

5th Grade Camp

YMCA Camping
February 19

Math Challenge # 10 Due

Submit your MC Online - Here
February 26

Spelling Bee

Einstein Library,
Afterschool

February 27

Multicultural Night

Einstein Gym,
7:00pm - 8:30pm

March 6

Math Challenge Tournament
Last Day to Register

Registration Link

March 13

Leap Day

NO SCHOOL

Einstein PTSA

🐝Spelling Bee - February 26🐝



Thursday February 26th, Afterschool @ EIN Library


Our school Spelling Bee is just around the corner, and we are excited to provide this wonderful opportunity for our students. However, we are currently in need of a volunteer judge. Without one, unfortunately, the Spelling Bee cannot take place, please sign up here if you are able to help:

Spelling Bee Final - Volunteers

This exciting event is a fantastic opportunity for students to showcase their spelling skills, build confidence, and engage in a friendly yet competitive atmosphere. Participants have been working hard to prepare, and we are eager to see their dedication and talent on display.

We encourage all students, parents, and staff to attend and support the competitors as they spell their way to victory. Whether you are cheering from the audience or participating in the competition, your presence will make this event even more special.

If you have any questions or need further details, please reach out to: spellingbee@einsteinptsa.org



Multicultural Night - Friday, February 27
Sign Up Today!

Please join us in celebrating the rich diversity of our school community at Multi-Cultural Night on February 27th, from 7:00pm to 8:30pm. It is a free, fun-filled family event featuring a taste and tour of cultures and countries from around the world.

Families will have the opportunity to represent their culture and/or country of origin by sharing arts, crafts, food, and traditions through cultural tables, a parade, and live performances.

Planned activities include:

   - Country/Culture Tables (Sign Up)
   - Cultural Performances (Sign Up)
   - Cultural Attire Parade (NO Sign Up required)

For more information, you can visit:

Multi-Cultural Night 2026

Questions? Please contact familyevents@einsteinptsa.org

 


 Science Expo - Friday, March 27

The Science Expo is coming up, Friday, March 27th, from 6:00-8:00pm at the Einstein Gym. There are several things you can do to prepare for this exciting night of science.
If your student plans to complete a project for the Expo, tri-fold demonstration boards and Expo sign-ups will be available in front of the school from 9:05-9:20 am and 3:55-4:05 pm (2:25-2:35 pm on Wednesday), the week of February 23 - 27Tri-fold demonstration boards will be provided AT NO COST. It is ok to choose a project after signing up. If you are planning to provide your student’s demonstration board, please email scienceexpo@einsteinptsa.org to sign up for the Expo.


Calling All 4th & 5th Grade Science Enthusiasts!

We are excited to begin planning our first-ever Einstein Science Team, to participate at the Science Olympiad this year. We would love to involve students from 3 - 5 grade who enjoy science and discovery. We are hoping to create at least one team with about 15 students and one Parent coach.

If your child is curious about how things work, enjoys experimenting, problem-solving, or simply loves science, this will be a wonderful opportunity to explore those interests in a fun and supportive way. This event is still in the planning phase, and more details will be shared soon.

Please email: communications@einsteinptsa.org if your kid would like to participate or you'd like to receive more information. If you already sent an email, you'll receive more details very soon.



📣 Math Challenge Tournament 2025–2026 at Einstein! 🧮🎉 
April 3rd: Sign up now!

Dear Einstein Families,

We’re excited to share that Albert Einstein Elementary is hosting the Math Challenge Tournament®, a fun and nationally recognized math competition for students!

🏫 Where: Einstein Elementary School – Gym
📅 Date: April 3, 2026
Time: 5:30 – 6:30 PM
📝 Registration Link: https://bit.ly/mctregister
💲 Fee: $26 per student
📅 Last day to register: March 6, 2026 (or until slots are full)


Who can participate?

  • Grades 2 - 5
  • Grade 1 students may participate (compete at Grade 2, Division 2 level)
  • Open to students across all 50 states

Why participate?

  • Builds confidence & problem-solving skills
  • Encourages healthy competition
  • 20% of registration fees go back to Einstein PTSA 🎉

Practice & Info: https://bit.ly/abtmct
Questions?: mathchallenge@einsteinptsa.org

We truly believe early exposure to math competitions helps students reach their full potential. We hope your child will join us! 🚀😊



Yearbook & Baby Pics

Upload Your Amazing Photos Today! Your Yearbook Team needs you!!! We want every student to be represented.

Just Create a Tree Ring Account and upload your pictures for the many events that we have: 

- Art Docent
- Assemblies
- Ice Cream Night
- Trunk or Treat
- Winter Wonderland Fair
- Bingo Night
- Classroom Parties
- Student Activities

- Spirit Days

You can also send your pictures to: yearbook@einsteinptsa.org

Call to 5th Grader Parents!

Please help us to collect a baby picture from your graduating 5th graders to create a special page for them: 

- When? Before, March 31, 2026
- What picture should I send? Any picture that you love when your kid was younger than 4yo, with good resolution (as best as possible).
- Where? Please send them to: yearbook@einsteinptsa.org. Don't forget to Include student's full name and teacher.

 



Fun Run Committee 2026

Help Put the Fun in Fun Run!

We've set the date for this year's Fun Run on May 15th, 2026.  The students have an incredible time running around the school and competing to get the most class laps (and claim an ice cream party!).  In past years, we have been able to raise more than $26,000 to help fund PTSA sponsored activities like the Art Docent program, Science Expo, Family Events like Multicultural Night, and much more.

We are looking for chairs for the following areas. Some involve planning before the event and some are more specific to the day of the Fun Run.  We currently anticipate the Fun Run to occur from approximately 12:30 - 3:00pm on Fri, May 15th.

Please remember that you need to be an approved volunteer by LWSD.

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/5080845AAA82CA4FB6-funrun1

PTSA Advocacy Corner
Get Involved!
 
School & LWSD

Snack Donations

The office is in need of snack donations for students experiencing food insecurity. Please ensure that any donated snacks are nut-free, please (e.g., Goldfish)!

Snacks can be dropped off in the front office.



Upcoming Author Visits in Early March!

We’re excited to share details about two upcoming author visits taking place at the beginning of March!

Author Visit Schedule:

  • Kevan Atteberry will visit with grades K–1 on March 2.
  • Emma Bland Smith will visit with grades 2–5 on March 4.

We are partnering with Brick & Mortar Books to help families order books for these visits. Both authors will have time during their visit to sign pre-ordered books. Ordering portals are now live:

Kevan Atteberry (Grades K–1)         
Order deadline: February 16
Order books for Kevan Atteberry

Emma Bland Smith (Grades 2–5)
Order deadline: February 18
Order books for Emma Bland Smith

Community

Thank You, LWSD! Levies Officially Approved

The Lake Washington School District community have voted and approved Levy Renewals: Proposition 1 and 3. The two levies provide funding to maintain staff, programs and services so all students have the skills they need for their next step, whether that’s a two- or four-year college, a technical certification, or joining the work force.

Thank you to all those who waved signs, knocked doors, and advocated for our students!



LWSF News - SEL Workshop

Transform Your Parenting with Social Emotional Learning (SEL)

Want to build stronger family relationships and raise kind and resilient kids? 

Social Emotional Learning (SEL) for Parents is a hands-on, interactive workshop designed to help you understand and manage your emotions, build empathy, make thoughtful decisions, and handle parenting challenges with patience and calm.

WHEN: Thursdays on Mar 19, Mar 26, Apr 2, & Apr 9, 10:00AM–Noon
WHERE: LWSD Resource Center, 16250 NE 74th St, Redmond, WA 98052

Details and Registration at www.lwsf.org/sel-for-parents

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