By Cassie Kanable, WTPCO, The Mountain Times
Hello, Welches families! January brought a fresh wave of energy as students returned to school after winter break, ready to dive into new learning adventures. Winter sports are now in full swing, and our Welches Snow Sports program at Timberline has begun, offering students and families exciting evenings on the slopes.
Behind the scenes, our WPTCO is already hard at work planning our 2025 Auction & Gala, scheduled for April 26. This year’s event will be a fun night out for our community with a silent auction, wine pull, and delicious food — all in support of vital programs for Welches Schools. We can’t wait to share more in the coming weeks!
Looking ahead, we’re excited to connect with you at upcoming community events and continue working together to support Welches Schools. Stay tuned for more opportunities to get involved! Here are some important dates to mark on your calendar:
Friday 2/21 Welches PTCO Movie Night:
Join us for community movie night on Friday Feb. 21st in the Welches Elementary Multipurpose Room! The kiddos are still deliberating on their movie of choice so check back at welchesptco.org or ParentSquare to see which movie we’re playing! Doors open at 5:00 PM, movie starts at 6:00 PM. Bring chairs, floor pillows or blankets. $1 per person, concessions available for purchase. ALL CHILDREN MUST BE ACCOMPANIED BY AN ADULT.
Let’s Get Ready for Our Annual Spring Auction & Gala!
Mark your calendars for our biggest fundraiser of the year — the Bid & Bloom Spring Auction & Gala on Saturday, April 26, 2025, at Camp Arrah Wanna! This event helps fund essential programs like technology, supplies, field trips, and more.
Here’s How
You Can Help:
Build a Destination Package: Help create getaway bundles for popular spots like Mt. Hood, Sunriver, Hood River, the Oregon Coast, Disneyland, Seattle, and more! Team up with friends or family to sponsor an incredible experience.
Share Talents and Resources: Donate lessons (music, art, cooking, sports), experiences (concert tickets, games), wine for our Wine Pull, gift cards, handmade art, jewelry or other unique treasures.
Become a sponsor! Sponsorships offer excellent visibility for businesses and monetary donations have the most immediate & direct impact for our schools. Visit welchesptco.org/auction or scan the QR code at the end of this article for more information.
Every contribution — big or small — makes a difference. To get involved, contact our Auction Chair at auction@welchesptco.org or join us at our next meeting!
Join us at our next WPTCO Meeting!
The WPTCO is a non-profit group that supports Welches Schools and our broader community. Everyone is welcome! Join us on Tuesday, February 18th at 4:30 PM in the Elementary School Library — child care is provided. We’d love to see you there!
Stay Connected: Don’t miss out on upcoming events and opportunities to get involved. Join our email list at welchesptco.org or reach out anytime at info@welchesptco.org for more information.
Thank you for your continued support. Let’s make 2025 a fantastic year for our schools and students!