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The Glow Dance is coming to Cottage Lake Elementary the week of November 3–7! You earned this special celebration through your amazing efforts in the Fun Run, Walk & Roll - way to go, Sailors!
The schedule will be as follows:
2:30-3:00 (30 minutes) Grades K-2 Glow Dance
3:10-3:55 (45 minutes) Grades 3-5 Glow Dance
Gym: The Dance Dude will host and lead dances in the Gym. The lights will be turned down, and the gym will be decorated with black lights. Glow sticks will be available to students should they choose to use them. Want to stand out? Wear white or neon—these colors glow best under black light!
Cafeteria: We will also host a sensory-friendly glow dance in the cafeteria, which will be more well-lit, and music played at a quieter volume. The cafeteria will also be decorated with black lights and glow sticks, which will be available to all students.
We will be playing the same music and doing the same dances in each space so students can display everything they have learned throughout the week and celebrate all of their hard work!
Food Drive on November 10
Food Drive on November 10
Support community members in need! In partnership with Hopelink and in honor of our Veterans, the PTA is hosting a single-day food drive. On Monday, November 10, bring non-perishable food items to school or to the Veterans Day assembly. Drop boxes will be located around campus.
Most Needed Food Items
Most Needed Food Items
Canned meals, canned meat (tuna, chicken), health cereal/oats, grains (pasta, rice, quinoa, barley), soups, broths, non-dairy milk (shelf stable), cooking oils, spices, salt, sugar, flour.
Most Needed Non-Food Items
Most Needed Non-Food Items
Baby items (food pouches, wipes, diapers sizes 4-7), hygiene items (feminine products, toothpaste, toothbrushes), paper items (toilet paper, paper towels), household items (Clorox wipes, reusable grocery bags, utensils).
Scholastic Book Fair is Coming Nov. 17-21
Scholastic Book Fair is Coming Nov. 17-21
It's that magical time of year once again - Book Fair is back! Proceeds from the fair directly benefit our library and our school community. Book Fair will be open during conferences, after school, and during lunch recess on non-conference days. It will also be open from 6:00-7:00pm before the PTA meeting on Tuesday Nov. 18th. To preview the fair, set up a student eWallet, or add Share the Fair funds for families in need, please visit the CL Library Book Fair website. Look for flyers sent home this week with more info and see below for fair hours and the volunteer sign up link. Thank you in advance for supporting our library, hope to see you there!
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
Our Spirit Wear Store is Open!
Our Spirit Wear Store is Open!
Our spirit wear store is officially open—many colors, sizes, and styles available, starting at $20.
Shop now and wear your school spirit!
Upcoming PTA Meetings
Upcoming PTA Meetings
November General Meeting: Get Your Questions Answered About Upcoming School Funding Measures
November General Meeting: Get Your Questions Answered About Upcoming School Funding Measures
Date: Tuesday, November 18, 2025
Time: 7:00-8:00 p.m.
Location: Cottage Lake Elementary CAFETERIA (The library will be preparing for the book fair at this time)
In addition to our regular meeting updates, a representative from the Northshore School District will attend to share information about the recently announced Bond and Levies that will be part of the February 10, 2026 election. The representative will speak from 7:00–7:30 PM, followed by PTA updates. Come learn more about how the proposed Bond and Levies would impact our schools and community.
We’ll have snacks and treats to enjoy while you connect and learn with fellow families.
To learn more about the Bond and Levies, visit:
https://www.nsd.org/our-district/overview/bond-levies
Can’t make it in person? No problem! You’ll be able to join us virtually via call-in.
Google Meet joining info
Video call link: https://meet.google.com/xdp-tqem-qad
Events On the Horizon
Events On the Horizon
Join the launch of the Sailor R.A.C.E.!
Join the launch of the Sailor R.A.C.E.!
December 2, 5:30-7:30
December 2, 5:30-7:30
Tired of Turkey? Then take a slice of the action on Giving Tuesday, December 2nd.
We’re kicking off our new Sailor R.A.C.E. fundraising campaign — Resource Advancement through Community Engagement —with an evening full of fun, friends, and (of course) pizza!
Order in person during the event or anytime that day using our special link, and 25% of your order will be served up directly to the Cottage Lake PTA.
Any way you slice it, we all eat well — and do good! 🍕💙
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