April 2026 Parent Teacher Corner

Hello Welches Families! March was a busy and exciting month! We hosted the Scholastic Book Fair, gathered for a wonderful morning with students & their families at Books & Bagels, and cheered on our Welches Woodpeckers, who placed first in the Welches School battles and made it to the “Sweet 16” at the Oregon Battle of the Books (OBOB) Regionals! Congratulations to all of our OBOB participants!

As we move into April, we have even more exciting events on the horizon. From welcoming new kindergarten families to preparing for our upcoming fundraising campaign, there are plenty of ways to get involved and support our school community!

The Welches Parent Teacher Community Organization (WPTCO) is launching a new year-long giving campaign to support Welches Schools. Rather than hosting its traditional spring auction, we will spread fundraising efforts across the school year by inviting local businesses and community members to sponsor the events and programs families already know and love.

Over the past four years, the generosity of the Hoodland community has helped the WPTCO raise more than $130,000 for Welches students, funding classroom technology, enrichment programs, playground equipment, arts supplies, field trips, and more. Community members and businesses can support the effort by sponsoring events like the Rainbow Run, Harvest Festival, community dances, concerts, and Field Day, or by making a one-time or monthly donation.

To learn more or contribute, visit welchesptco.org/give. Thank you for your continued support — we couldn’t do this without our incredible mountain community!

Kindergarten Kick-Off – April 8, 5:30 p.m. Do you have a child entering kindergarten this fall? Join us for the Kindergarten Kick-Off on Tuesday, April 15, at 5:30 p.m. at Welches Elementary School! Meet the teachers and get pertinent information & assistance with online registration, while the kiddos have fun! To register, visit www.oregontrailschools.com/enrollment or call the school office at (503) 622-3165. Please bring your child’s birth certificate, proof of address, and vaccination records.

8th Grade Spring Carnival Fundraiser – Saturday, April 18, 1:00–5:00 p.m. at Welches Schools. This family-friendly event will feature classic carnival games, tasty food, and plenty of prizes for kids and adults alike. All proceeds help support Welches 8th grade students as they prepare for their promotion activities. Bring the whole family for an afternoon of games, laughter, and community spirit!

Welches PTCO Community Meeting – April 21, 9:00 p.m. Join us for our next PTCO meeting in the Welches Elementary Library. Come learn how you can get involved!

Little Steps to Success – May 14, 6:00 p.m. A special evening for local preschoolers (ages 3-5) and their parents! Enjoy stories, skill-building activities, and meet future classmates and teachers. Free childcare for siblings provided. Visit www.oregontrailschools.com for details.

Thank you for your continued support of Welches Schools! To stay updated on events, fundraisers, and volunteer opportunities, visit www.welchesptco.org or email info@welchesptco.org.