By Cassie Kanable, WTPCO For The Mountain Times
Hello Welches Families! March is shaping up to be an exciting month filled with community events, student achievements, and preparations for our biggest fundraiser of the year! Here’s what’s coming up:
Scholastic Book Fair: March 3-7
The Scholastic Book Fair is back! Join us at Welches Schools from March 3-7 to shop an incredible selection of books. Every purchase benefits our school and helps foster a love of reading. To wrap up the week, don’t miss our annual Books & Bagels event on Friday, March 7, from 8:00 AM – 8:45 AM — a special opportunity for students and their families to enjoy breakfast and books together! You can also shop online from March 3-7, with all purchases shipping directly to you. Visit the Book Fair Homepage and click “Shop Now” to start browsing: https://www.scholastic.com/bf/welchesschool1Books.
Welches PTCO Movie Night: Friday, March 14
Join us for a community movie night featuring Sonic the Hedgehog 3, on Friday, March 14, in the Welches Elementary Multipurpose Room! Doors open at 5:00 PM, and the movie starts at 6:00 PM. Bring chairs, floor pillows, or blankets for a cozy viewing experience. Admission is just $1 per person, and concessions will be available for purchase. ALL CHILDREN MUST BE ACCOMPANIED BY AN ADULT.
Good Luck, Reading Rizzlers!
A huge congratulations to our 5th-grade Oregon Battle of the Books (OBOB) team, the Reading Rizzlers, who will represent Welches Schools at the OBOB Regional Competition on March 15! Best of luck — we’re cheering you on!
Bid & Bloom Spring Auction + Gala: April 26, 2025
Mark your calendars — our biggest event of the year is almost here! The Bid & Bloom Spring Auction + Gala will be held on Saturday, April 26, 2025. This year, we’re elevating the event with a gala experience, including delicious food, drinks, live entertainment, raffles, and a carefully curated silent auction. All proceeds support vital arts programs and enrichment activities at Welches Schools, giving our students access to music, theater, hands-on art, and cultural experiences.
Last year, this community raised $27,500, with $18,000 funding much-needed technology upgrades for our classrooms. This year, we aim to make an even greater impact!
Here’s how you can help:
Sponsor or Donate: While we appreciate item donations, we’re focusing on direct financial contributions to meet our funding goals more efficiently. Sponsorships provide excellent visibility for businesses while making a significant impact on our schools.
Contribute an Auction Item: Gift certificates, experiences, themed baskets, and services are all welcome!
Food & Beverage Sponsorship: If you’re in the food or beverage industry, your contributions can help make this evening even more special.
Volunteer: Whether you have a little time or a lot, there’s a way to get involved.
To support the auction, visit welchesptco.org/auction or scan the QR code below. Thank you for your continued support of Welches Schools — we couldn’t do this without you!