Originally delivered on 9/30/2025 11:00 am

SUBJECT: The Bamboo Bulletin: Volume 6: Pandas On the Move! (9.30.25)

September 30, 2025

Happy Tuesday!


Thanks to those who came to the FUN'd Run on Saturday! Congratulations to the runners and walkers! Bamboo loved seeing all his Sherwood Panda friends!


Spiritwear will soon be delivered to the PTO and then sorted and passed out! Keep an eye out in your child's backpack!

NEW!! PANDA-monium Dodgeball Tournament!

The PTO is hosting a new event this year! Our first annual PANDA-monium Dodgeball Tournament! This event will be held at Sherwood in the gym on Friday, November 14. Teams will be made of Sherwood parents and will dress up in Sherwood-themed costumes! Last team standing wins!


We need your feedback! Please complete the survey about the event by clicking the button below!

PANDA-monium Survey
Room Parent Still Needed!!

To ensure the success of each classroom at Sherwood, we need 2 room parent volunteers for each classroom. We are still short on some volunteers and need your help. The following rooms still need volunteers:


-Zwrin (1 Vacancy)


Room Parent Volunteers partner with Sherwood Teachers to volunteer in the classroom (E.g., Holiday Door decorating and service projects), communicate school/class happenings to class parents/guardians via email/text chains, and take opportunities to show appreciation to our teachers throughout the school year.

More Ways to get involved!

The PTO is continuing to grow, and we want you to be a part of it! Your time and skills are greatly appreciated in whatever capacity you can give. Besides the many volunteer opportunities throughout the year, the following PTO officer position is open for the 2025/2026 school year.


The following position is currently open:

Back to School Bash Chair [1 Vacancy] - This volunteer must not be a fifth-grade parent. The Back to School Bash Chair would coordinate with Mr. Saunders and Ms. Bertana on the Back to School Bash. They would hire vendors for the event, design signage, and assist with advertising the event. They would also work with co-presidents on this event.


Please contact Stephani Briskman or Michelle Brown (sherwoodptocopresidents@gmail.com) for more information. 

Sherwood PTO Board Information
Join Here
Fall Fest!

Join us on October 25 from 2-4 pm for Sherwood PTO's Fall Fest! This is a free event for our Sherwood community! We are asking for a donation to the Moriane Food Pantry upon entering. They need salad dressing, oil, seasonings, condiments, and pasta sauce. A low sensory time will be available from 2-2:20 (only available for children with sensory needs at this time). Enjoy slides, a donut truck, a haunted house, and fall-themed arts and crafts projects!

As always, the PTO is seeking parent volunteers for this event. Please click the button below to volunteer or sign up on our website.

Calling all Haunted Parents!

Join Us for a Spooktacular Haunted House!


Get ready for frights and delights during our Fall Fest Event! We need parent volunteers to dress up, help manage, and run the Haunted House. Join us for a fun-filled night of Halloween spirit!


Please email Marni Morris at marnimorris22@gmail.com or sign up on our website to volunteer!

Boo Boxes Now on Sale!


Calling all Sherwood Families! It's time for...Boo Boxes!


Boo a friend, neighbor, or teacher! Each box is $10, and boxes include nut-free candy and a fun surprise! Boo Boxes will be delivered to the recipient's house by the Sherwood PTO. 


Order yours on our website or click the button below!

Order your Boo Box
Sherwood PTO Volunteer Opportunities
PTO Office Hours

Join the Sherwood PTO Co-Presidents on Friday afternoons from 1-4 pm at Double Cup to come share ideas, chat with members of the PTO, or check in to see what's happening! Open to all Sherwood families and staff.

Join us for Panda Spirit Fridays!

Let's create school unity and pride by wearing our Sherwood gear on Fridays! Don't forget to take a picture and tag us on Instagram!

Behind the Bamboo
Did you know about your PTO?

Did you know that the PTO actively organizes programs and events to enrich our students' learning and generate essential funds for our school? The money we raise directly enables us to provide teacher grants, fulfill teacher wish lists, and support field trips and assemblies, among many other important initiatives! 

So far this year (2025-2026), we have used funds raised to purchase an Ice Machine for the Teacher Lounge, a Zoom business membership for PTO meetings, a Square terminal for making purchases at events, hot lunches and supplemental food for eligible students. We also were able to host the Kindergarten Ice Cream Social, Back to School Bash featuring Kona Ice and the upcoming Fall Fest featuring a DJ, Bounce Obstacle Course, Craft area and Donut truck because of your generous contributions. 

Your involvement makes a difference!



Sherwood Shares

Each week, we will introduce you to a new or returning staff member from our Sherwood community! Stay tuned next week for a new Sherwood Shares!

Lunch Solutions

Sherwood PTO proudly partners with Lunch Solutions to offer convenient, pre-purchased hot lunch options from local restaurants, available five days a week. To ensure your child enjoys their meals, place your orders by Thursday at 10:00 a.m. for the following week.

Need to make adjustments? You can easily modify your order on the "Orders and Payments" screen, as long as changes are made by Thursday at 10:00 a.m. of the previous week.

If your child is absent on a day when lunch has been ordered, simply call the school by 10:00 a.m. if you’d like to pick up their lunch. If we don’t receive your call, we will donate the lunch to a student in need. Thank you for your cooperation! 


Order Lunch Solutions Hot Lunch
PANDA BIRTHDAY SIGNS

Make your child's day by purchasing our Panda Birthday Signs! For $25, we will come to your house the night before your child's birthday and decorate your lawn with the signs. They will be up all day, so be sure to take plenty of pictures with them, and don't forget to share on our Instagram— and don't worry about removal! We have you covered. It's a great way to celebrate your child's birthday AND support the Sherwood PTO in the process!!


**Please remember to enter your child's birthday and address in the box provided on the form, and order at least two weeks prior to the date requested.**

Thank You Sponsors!
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Follow us for all things Sherwood PTO! Don't forget to tag us in pictures during events!

Save the Date!
Upcoming Events:

October 9: McTeacher Night (4-7 pm)

October 25: Fall Fest (2-4 pm)

October 31: Halloween Service Project

November 14: Book Fair Set-Up

NEW! November 14: PANDA-monium: Parent Dodgeball Tournament (6-8 pm)

November 17-19: Book Fair



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