16 February 2010
Terraset Elementary PTA
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Dear Friend of Terraset,
 
There is no doubt that everyone is keen to get back to school... including the students! However, navigating the snow at Terraset is going to be challenging.
 
Thanks to Terraset custodial staff, Fairfax County workers, and a number of volunteers, the carpark is clear, but Kiss and Ride drivers will have to deal with very narrow conditions on Ridge Heights Rd. In addition, at the time of writing, the sidewalk along Ridge Heights from Soapstone is not clear, so there may be some walkers forced to use the street. PLEASE take care.
 
The Ridge Heights sidewalk from Langston Hughes is clear. But walkers may still want to consider using the Reston paths to ensure safe passage away from what is likely to be very congested traffic on Ridge Heights.
 
Digging out the bus stops
We do not know if all the bus stops have been cleared, but we do know that many Terraset volunteers battled great slabs of ice and snow to clear some of them. Above Heather Thomas and Annette Bobby fight over six feet of snow and ice near Cedar Cove Crt. on South Lakes Drive. What a fantastic effort! They are two of many from Terraset who assissted in the big dig throughout south Reston.
BINGO Is On!
At last...
 
One of our biggest fundraisers for the year, Bingo Night is a great family night!
 
Friday, February 19th
6 - 8:30pm 
 
Bingo Night
 
6pm - Pizza is served!
6:30pm - games begin!
 
Please try to join us. If we have a big night on Friday, the PTA may be able to assist the school in covering some of the unexpected costs of snow removal this week!
Next PTA Meeting 

 
7pm, Tuesday, March 2nd
In the Library
 
Please join us and keep yourself informed! 
And the Budget Battle Continues 
You can still speak up!
 
Crucial decisions regarding K-12 funding will be made Monday in the Virginia Senate. Please send a message to Govenor McDonnell and Senator Janet Howell urging them to stand up for public education. Click here to Take Action Now!.
 
Further, it is critical to contact Fairfax County elected officials immediately! Numbers matter and the county must hear from thousands of constituents stressing that increased funding is necessary to preserve our quality schools and quality of life. It is essential to contact county officials before March 9 when they set the maximum advertised tax rate.
 
Email Chairman Sharon Bulova to urge her to support the additional funding requested by Superintendant Jack Dale.
PTA Yoga Fundraiser 
And a little time for you...
 
Do you need a little fun and relaxation? Come join us for a special Terraset parent yoga class. Proceeds will be donated to the Terraset PTA!
 
When: Saturday, February 27 at 1 p.m.
 
Where: BelovedYoga Reston
11872 Sunrise Valley Drive Reston VA 20191
703-860-9642
 
Cost: $10 per person
 
Maryam Oviss, co-owner & Terraset parent will be leading the class!
 
RSVP belovedyoga@yahoo.com