Walker PTA: End-of-Year Updates


Thank you, Walker!

Our first-ever Laps & Laughs Fun Run raised more than $5,200. The kids earned a school wide pajama day, no homework for the rest of the year, custom fun run medals, and new recess equipment for all.

Thank you to every student, caregiver, volunteer, donor, and staff member who helped make it happen. Students had a joyful day of movement, laughter, and school spirit while helping support PTA efforts like Walkerfest, teacher appreciation, the snack pantry, Gaga Pit, soccer goals, and climbing wall.

We’re so grateful for the support and excited to build on this new tradition!

Help needed: Field Day

Field Day is scheduled for Wednesday, June 3, with a rain date of Thursday, June 4. There are still a few spots to volunteer and contribute snacks.

Sign up to volunteer or contribute snacks

5th Grade Promotion Help

Walker’s 5th grade promotion ceremony and celebration will take place on the last day of school. To help 5th grade caregivers enjoy the celebration, volunteers are needed around 1:00 p.m. to set up snacks and decorations in the gym.

If you can help, please email Mr. Rubin at rubinj2@district65.net.

Coming soon: last-day-of-school fun

PTA is planning a sweet last-day-of-school treat: a boba truck will be visiting Walker! Stay tuned for more details soon.

Help shape PTA next year

Interested in helping with PTA next year? There are roles of all sizes — from one-time event help to committee work to board leadership.

Email walkerptagroup@gmail.com to learn more, ask questions, or find a role that fits your schedule.

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Walker Laps & Laughs Fun Run – May 22

We’re excited to launch our new spring fundraiser—Walker Laps & Laughs Fun Run!

📅 Friday, May 22 (during PE classes)

Students will run, walk, dance, or skip laps during PE while raising funds to support Walker and all District 65 schools through PEP One Fund.


💡 How it works

  • Students complete laps during their PE class
  • Families and friends can:
    • Make a one-time donation, or
    • Pledge a small amount per lap (you can set a maximum)
  • Students earn prizes as we reach our fundraising goals

👟 Every student participates—no fundraising required.

🔗 Donate or pledge here:
(You can donate a flat amount or per lap—both options are available)

https://www.givebacks.com/causes/walker/campaigns/funrun


🎯 School Goal: $7,500

As we reach milestones, the whole school will unlock fun rewards like pajama day, medals, and more.


🙌 How to support

  • Make a one-time donation
  • Pledge a per-lap amount
  • Create and share your student’s page with family and friends

💡 Quick example

Pledge $0.10 per lap with a $15 max.
If a class runs 200 laps ($20 total), your donation is capped at $15.


More details (including prize details and team matchups) will be shared soon—we’re excited to get moving, Walker!

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Staff Appreciation Week – May 4-8

Staff Appreciation Week is coming up, and we’re looking forward to celebrating our amazing Walker teachers and staff!

The PTA will be providing breakfast, lunch, treats, and daily gift card raffles throughout the week. Thank you to the families and local businesses who have already signed up to contribute—your support helps make this a special week for our staff.

We’re still rounding things out with a few remaining items, including gift cards, beverages, and fruit for the end of the week.

Families are also invited to join in by “Chalking the Walk” this weekend—stop by anytime to leave a message of appreciation for our teachers. Chalk will be available near the playground bins.

We’re grateful for this community and all the ways you help recognize and support our staff.

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Coffee with the Principal – Fri., May 1

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Books and Bingo

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Volunteer Appreciation and Pitch Night! Thurs., 4/16

Enjoy pizza and your first round of drinks on us while we celebrate the year and start looking ahead. Bring your ideas for events, fundraisers, and community-building activities—we’d love to hear them. We’ll also share upcoming volunteer opportunities for next year.


All caregivers are welcome!

RSVP in one minute so we can better plan for pizza 🙂

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Coffee with the Principal – Fri., Apr 10

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Dine to Donate – Wed April 8th

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Coin Drive – Starts April 13th!

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Walker Spirit Week | 3/23 – 3/27

Friday wear red, blue, and white to represent Walker – we do have some sizes left of blue shirts available for purchase for $15.

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