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Celebrating Our 2026 PTA Award Recipients
Celebrating Our 2026 PTA Award Recipients
Please join us in congratulating this year's PTA award recipients:
Golden Sailboat/Outstanding Educator Award: Kristen Simpson
Golden Anchor/Outstanding Staff Award: Christie Pak
Golden Acorn/Outstanding Volunteer Award: Marie Engstrom
These three individuals embody the dedication, passion, and commitment that make Cottage Lake Elementary such a special place. Their contributions have made a meaningful impact on our students, staff, and community, and we are grateful for all they do. Congratulations on this well-deserved recognition!
UPCOMING EVENTS
UPCOMING EVENTS
General PTA Meeting
General PTA Meeting
This meeting is especially important as PTA members will vote to approve the proposed 2026–2027 budget and elect the incoming 2026–2027 PTA Board. We’ll also reflect on the successes of this year and share plans for the upcoming school year.
All PTA members are encouraged to attend and participate in these important decisions that help shape the future of our school community.
We hope to see you there!
Google Meet joining info
Video call link: https://meet.google.com/vaa-kzxt-mjv
Or dial: (US) +1 469-573-4384 PIN: 779 956 048#
Join us on Sunday, August 23 for Community Serve Day
Join us on Sunday, August 23 for Community Serve Day
Community Serve Day brings together thousands of volunteers across local schools to help get campuses ready for the first day of school. At Cottage Lake Elementary, volunteers will assist with projects such as organizing classrooms, refreshing outdoor spaces, beautifying landscaping, and preparing learning areas for students and staff.
This is a great opportunity to make a direct impact on our school community while connecting with other families, neighbors, and friends. Everyone is welcome, so please invite others to join you!
Date: Sunday, August 23, 2026
Time: 9:00 AM–1:00 PM
Location: Cottage Lake Elementary
Registration is now open! For more information, visit CommunityServeDay.org.
Questions? Contact Cottage Lake Elementary Site Leader:
Kindergarten Playdates
Kindergarten Playdates
SUNDAY, JUNE 28TH, 4PM
and
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 12, 5PM
Meet us at the Cottage Lake Elementary School playground this summer to make some new friends before the school year starts. This is a great opportunity to meet other Cottage Lake families.
Siblings are welcome. Popsicles will be provided by the PTA!
WHERE: Cottage Lake Elementary School Playground
We Are Seeking Candidates for the 2026-2027 Board
We Are Seeking Candidates for the 2026-2027 Board
We’re currently building our PTA Board for the upcoming school year and are looking for volunteers to fill several open positions. Serving on the PTA is a meaningful way to support our students, connect with our school community, and help bring programs and events to life.
Our Spirit Wear Has New Options
Our Spirit Wear Has New Options
New Cottage Lake Spirit Wear is now available! Check out our new Spring Collection and 5th Grade Graduation Collection here: socialclubz.com
Our spirit wear store is officially open—many colors, sizes, and styles available, starting at $20.
Kindergarten Enrollment is Open
Kindergarten Enrollment is Open
Follow this LINK for registration information: VIEW INSTRUCTIONS AND BEGIN ENROLLMENT
What Does the PTA Do?
What Does the PTA Do?
The Cottage Lake Elementary PTA is a 501(c)3 non-profit made up of parents, teachers, and community members working working to make every child's potential a reality by engaging and empowering families and communities. While we’re an independent organization, we work closely alongside the school to support students, families, and staff.
The PTA helps fill funding gaps to make sure our kids have what they need—and goes beyond that to provide the ‘extras’ that make school special, from enrichment programs to community events.
Teacher/Staff Support and Appreciation
Teacher/Staff Support and Appreciation
Field Trips, Scholastic, Rainy Day Funds, Grants, Teacher Appreciation Week
Events
Events
Ice Cream Social, Monster Mash, Winter Event, Carnival, Kindergarten Events
Enrichment
Enrichment
Art Docent, STEAM Fair, Missoula Children's Theater, Garden Club, Toymaker
Advocacy
Advocacy
Special Education, Legislative
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