Paws For Thought: November 2025 Newsletter

Happy November, Panther fam!

Welcome back to Paws for Thought, your PTA check-in on all things happening in our community. We’ve got celebrations, opportunities to connect, and a few fun things you won’t want to miss!

Reflections Art Contest – “I Belong!”

The National PTA Reflections contest has begun. Students can submit art, writing, music, photography, dance, or film inspired by this year’s theme, “I Belong!”Deadline: Wednesday, 12/3Submit to: mheptareflections@gmail.com or drop off in the office.

Parent Teacher Conferences

Help us thank our teachers and staff with a potluck meal on Thursday, 11/20. We’re looking for a variety of dishes, store-bought or homemade! Sign up here

Mrs. Fields Cookie Dough Fundraiser

Ask and you shall receive: COOKIE DOUGH IS BACK! Flyers were sent home last week and orders arrive Thursday, 11/20. But we need volunteers to help distribute at pick-up from 3–6 PM. Volunteer here

Charleston Wrap Results

We surpassed our 5k goal and raised $5,047.60 for our school community! Prize deliveries for sellers are arriving soon so stay tuned.

November PTA Meeting

Join us on Tuesday, 11/18 from 6–7 PM in the library! Can’t make it in person? Join virtually, even if just to listen in from the car at soccer practice.

SMENCILS BABY!

Smencils are back for a limited time! We’re selling the last of our stock from last year while exploring future alternatives. Have ideas or want to help? Email or DM us (or find me in carline!). We also need volunteers to sell Smencils before school on late start Fridays. The next opportunity is 11/14 and you can sign up here.

Spirit Wear Coming Soon

We’ve been working behind the scenes on new Spirit Wear, and we are SO EXCITED about it. Let’s just say I already know what all my family members are getting for presents this year. Stay tuned for the big reveal!

Bake Sale, Anyone?

It’s baking season, and we know Maplewood Heights has some talented home bakers! We don’t have a bake sale scheduled yet, but if you’d like to help plan one on a committee, drop us a line!

Community Resources

In light of the recent SNAP program restrictions, we want to share some local food and community support resources for any families who may be affected or want to help others access food assistance:

Northwest Harvest – King CountyMutual Aid HubSustainable Renton

Please share these links with anyone who may find them helpful.

Event Highlights

Did you meet Pax, our new Panther mascot? They made their debut at the Panther Pumpkin Patch and Trunk-or-Treat last month. Both events were a big success thanks to your fundraising support!

Lastly, shout out to y'all for all you do to support our students and staff. Together, we make our school a place where everyone belongs.

In Community,

Emerald Jones

MHE PTA President, 2025/26