PTA Newsletter – Week of 1/12/26

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Upcoming Events

📅 Upcoming Events

Mon, Jan 19
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day
Schools Closed
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Thu, Jan 22
Curriculum Meetings
Abbreviated Day — Early dismissal at 1:10 PM
✌️ Winter Dance — Jan 30 🕺
Grades K–2: 6:00–7:30 PM
Grades 3–5: 7:30–9:00 PM
Free for all NE kids! Pizza & treats included. Not a drop-off event.

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Health Office Clothing Drive

👕 Health Office Clothing Drive

Nurse Christie needs clothing donations for the Health Office to help students who need a change of clothes during the school day.

🚨 Sweatpants Needed Most!
We're running low on sweatpants in all sizes — please help if you can!
Items Needed (All Sizes)
👖 Sweatpants Most needed!
👕 Shirts Gently used OK
🧥 Sweatshirts Gently used OK
🩲 Underwear New only please
Donation Guidelines
Underwear must be new
Shirts, sweatshirts & pants can be gently used
All items should be clean & well-laundered
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Thank you! — Nurse Christie

Winter Dance

✌️ Winter Dance — Peace, Love & Party! 🕺

🎉 Countdown to the Dance
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Friday, January 30, 2026
Grades K–2
6:00–7:30 PM
Grades 3–5
7:30–9:00 PM
🎉 Totally FREE for all Northeast kids!
🍕 Pizza and sweet treats to keep the good vibes rollin'!
👨‍👩‍👧 Not a drop-off event — all kiddos must be accompanied by an adult.
👗 Dress up is optional, but the cool vibes are not!

Hey Cool Cats & Groovy Kiddos — we can't wait to boogie with you! ✨

GloBall 2026 - Save The Date
Northeast Elementary School - GloBall 2026

Save The Date

FEBRUARY ❄ 2026
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FEBRUARY 20, 7:00 - 10:00
PORTA (UPSTAIRS)
499 BLOOMFIELD AVE

WWW.GLOBALL26.GIVESMART.COM

🎟️ Get Tickets

Mark your calendars for February 20, 2026 and grab your GloBall tickets now!

This biennial fundraiser provides funding for the overall Northeast PTA operating budget for two school years. These funds directly support initiatives and programs like:

  • Premium educational programming, subscriptions, and supplies
    • Assemblies, Scholastic, Mystery Science, and BrainPop
  • Mr. Dey's unparalleled music program
  • Unique experiences
    • Film on The Field, Talent Show, School Musical, School Dances, Field Day, and more...
  • Supporting teacher innovations and appreciation
  • Building & grounds enhancements
    • Previous years: school-wide air conditioners, blacktop play space, lunch tables, and more
Screen Aware Montclair Film Screening

Presents

— Film Screening —

"Like"

A Documentary About the Impact Social Media Has on Our Lives

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Date
Wednesday, January 21, 2026
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Time
6:00 PM
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Location
Northeast Elementary School Gym

What to Expect

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Film screening (49 min) followed by a discussion with local middle schoolers about their device usage
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"Alternate device" table to learn about simplified smartphones as alternatives for kids
Free Admission No RSVP Needed All Families Welcome

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Thanks for Reading

Thank you for being part of our amazing Northeast community! If you haven't already, please consider joining or renewing your PTA membership to stay connected and support our incredible programs.

🎊 Lots of fun ahead! Don't miss the Winter Dance on Jan 30, and mark your calendars for GloBall coming up in February. It's going to be a great year!

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Warmly,

Your Northeast PTA Board

Questions? Reach out!

northeastptamontclair@gmail.com