Last Day of School
2025-06-24
Last day of school. Early release at 11:30am.
Have a great summer— see you in the fall!

Fall Save the Dates:
August 12 & August 13: Kindergarten Jump Start
August 22: Teacher Meet & Greet
August 27: First Day of School (1st – 5th)
September 2: First Day of School (RK – K)

Popsicles in the Park
2025-08-19 16:30 - 17:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Donegal Park, 7319 125th Ave SE, Newcastle, WA, 98056, United States
Kick off the school year & enjoy popsicles in the park with our Hazelwood Administration!

Hazelwood Meet & Greet / Spirit Gear Swap
2025-08-22 14:00 - 15:30 | Hazelwood Elementary, 7100 - 116th Ave SE, Newcastle, WA, 98056, United States
Stop in anytime between 2-3:30pm to check out the school, meet your teachers and future classmates.
Bring your lightly used Hazelwood spirit gear to participate in our spirit gear swap.

Muffins & Mingle: Grades 1-5
2025-08-27 08:30 - 09:00 | Hazelwood Elementary, 7100 - 116th Ave SE, Newcastle, WA, 98056, United States
Join us as we kickoff an exciting new year! After student drop-off, all parents and caregivers are invited to Muffins & Mingle. This is a great way to connect with other parents and enjoy the company of old friends and new. We will meet in front of the school. Coffee and pastries will be provided by the PTSA.

Muffins & Mingle: Ready-K, Kindergarten
2025-09-02 08:30 - 09:00 | Hazelwood Elementary, 7100 - 116th Ave SE, Newcastle, WA, 98056, United States
Join us as we kickoff an exciting new year! After student drop-off, all parents and caregivers are invited to Muffins & Mingle. This is a great way to connect with other parents and enjoy the company of old friends and new. We will meet at the main office entrance. Coffee and pastries will be provided by the PTSA.

PTSA Parent Community Meeting
2025-09-09 18:30 - 20:00 | Hazelwood Library, 7100 - 116th Ave SE, Newcastle, WA, 98056, United States
Join us for our first PTSA parent community meeting of the year! This is a great way to stay updated on what’s happening at Hazelwood, cultivate connections within our community, find opportunities to volunteer, and provide feedback on how to make your Hazelwood experience the best it can be! Head to Dino’s with us for more fun afterwards (a 21+ establishment).
Childcare will be provided by Right-At-School for school-aged children. Sign Up Here >>
What we’ll cover

JOIN the PTSA by September 10th and get entered to win one of two prizes–
Family pack of Mariners Tickets for 9/13 or Family Food Truck Dinner at Back to School Night (Up to $150 value)! Membership early bird: $15
VOLUNTEER for events & in your child’s classroom!
EVENTS & FUNDRAISING CALENDAR–we’ve always got something going on
CARE CLOSET and how we support for our community in need

JOIN PTSA HERE!

SAVE THE DATES!
2025-2026 PTSA PARENT COMMUNITY MEETINGS:
February 10
April 14
May 12

Mustangs at Mariners - Fall 2025
2025-09-13 18:40 - 23:00 | T-Mobile Park, 1250 1st Ave S, Seattle, WA, 98134, United States
Kick off the school year with a night at T-mobile park! Fun for the whole family. Gather your family and friends and meet us at the ball park to kick off the new school year!
$35 per ticket – 100 LEVEL: PURCHASE TICKETS HERE!
Saturday, September 13 at 6:40 PM
SEATTLE MARINERS vs. LOS ANGELES ANGELS
For more information on transportation visit: https://www.mlb.com/mariners/ballpark/transportation

Care Closet: Winter Wear Drive
2025-09-15 - 2025-09-29 | Hazelwood Elementary, 7100 - 116th Ave SE, Newcastle, WA, 98056, United States
The Hazelwood Care Closet provides essential items to support Hazelwood families in need. This fall the Hazelwood PTSA is partnering with KidVantage to collect winter wear donations from September 15th-29th for the community. All donations will be donated to Hazelwood Care Closet and KidVantage. Students or family members can drop off items at the drop boxes located at the main entrances of the school.
We are looking for new or gently used:

COATS (Especially girls size M & L)
HATS
GLOVES
MITTENS

Back to School Night Picnic
2025-09-18 17:00 - 19:30 | Hazelwood Elementary, 7100 - 116th Ave SE, Newcastle, WA, 98056, United States
Join us for our back to school night. Bring a picnic or grab a bite at food trucks on-site from 5-7pm, before admin presentations in the classrooms.

Food Trucks

All City Ice Cream
Cascadia Pizza Co.

Presentations*
6-6:25pm | Grade 3-5 (Classrooms)
6:30-6:50pm | Admin Presentation (Cafe)
7-7:25pm | ReadyK-Grade 2 (Classrooms)

*Presentations are grown-ups only. Childcare is available in the gym on first-come, first-served basis. You can also coordinate with friends to keep an eye on your children during the sessions.
Spirit Gear Swap
Bring your lightly used Hazelwood spirit gear to participate in our spirit gear swap. Swap for something else you like or a new size!

Dine Out Mondays - September
2025-09-22 | Panda Express Factoria, 3938 Factoria Square Mall SE Suite B-1, Bellevue, WA, 98006, United States
Take a night off from cooking each month and support Hazelwood at the same time!
Join us for Mustang Monday on September 22 at Panda Express in Factoria. When you dine in or take out, 20% of your order will be donated back to Hazelwood PTSA—helping fund programs and events for our students.
Here’s what to do:

Stop by Panda Express Factoria on Monday, Sept. 22
Bring the paper flyer (sent home in red folders) OR show it on your mobile device at checkout
OR order online or on the app with online order code: 3846410
Enjoy your meal while giving back to our school community
Tell your friends!

Let’s fill Panda Express with Mustang spirit and make this a deliciously successful fundraiser! And stay tuned for more Monday Dine Outs!

Mustang Stampede Fun Run 2025
2025-09-24 - 2025-10-03 | Hazelwood Elementary, 7100 - 116th Ave SE, Newcastle, WA, 98056, United States
COLLECTING DONATIONS UNTIL OCT 3RD!
The Mustang Stampede Fun Run is one of our biggest fundraisers of the year! Hazelwood students will be running to help our school raise $30,000 for STEM enrichment, technology resources, community events, garden and art supplies and curriculum, books for all grades, music and P.E. resources and and most of all supports and enriches the education of all students in our community. Students will have the opportunity to win some amazing prizes at the end!
Setup a PLEDGESTAR account to make a donation!
PledgeStar will also allow your child to easily get sponsored and request donations from friends and family. Donate now >
Please note: Even if you had an account last year you will need to re-register for this years event.
OR DONATE TO A SPECIFIC GRADE WITHOUT REGISTERING:

KINDER/READYK
FIRST
SECOND
THIRD
FORTH
FIFTH

SCHOOL WIDE PRIZES
$10,000 – Hot Cocoa or Lemonade Party
$15,000 – Extra Recess
$20,000 – Dance Party at Lunch
$25,000 – Soak the Staff
$30,000 Special Assembly (Think magicians and big surprises!)
SPECIAL PRIZES
Ice Cream Parties for the top class in each grade
Recognition for the grade level with the most combined donations + volunteers
Volunteers Needed
If you’d like to be present for the Fun Run, consider volunteering the day of to provide drinks to students, or count laps. We’re looking for a number of volunteers to ensure everything *runs* smoothly. Sign up to volunteer >
Fun Run Schedule
3rd grade: 9-9:15am
2nd grade: 9:20-9:35am
1st grade: 9:40-9:55am
5th grade: 10:15-10:35am
Ready K/K: 10:40-10:55am
4th grade: 11-11:15am
Families are welcome to attend during your child’s run time. Check into the main office upon arrival.

Walk to School Challenge
2025-10-01 07:45 - 08:15 | risdon middle school, 6928 116th Ave SE, Newcastle, WA, 98056, United States
Hazelwood PTSA is celebrating National Walk To School Day to help our students learn how to walk to school safely and create healthy daily habits. Students (along with their caregivers) will meet at Risdon Field at 7:45am and walk to Hazelwood together. Mr. Henley will lead us in some stretches and warm-ups. Bus riders will join us at Hazelwood and walk around the playground and field before heading to their classrooms.
Please take note that the nature trail we’ll be taking includes a dirt/gravel path and some stairs.

No School - Professional Teacher Day
2025-10-10, 2025-11-10
No School – Professional teacher day.

Coffee & Tea with Admin - October
2025-10-16 17:30 - 18:30 | Hazelwood Library, 7100 - 116th Ave SE, Newcastle, WA, 98056, United States
One of the administrations’ goals at Hazelwood Elementary is to connect with families and learn what is most important about your children’s educational experience. Join Principal Gasaway for an open forum style dialogue in the school library.

National PTA Reflections Contest 2025
2025-10-17 - 2025-11-26
The National PTA has a long-standing commitment to arts education. The Reflections program provides opportunities for recognition and access to the arts which boost student confidence and success in the arts. This 50+ year-old program helps students explore their own thoughts, feelings and ideas, develop artistic literacy, increase confidence and find a love for learning that will help them become more successful in school and in life.
This year’s theme is “I Belong!” Students in Pre-K through Grade 12 create original works of art in response to a student-created theme. Pre-Kindergarten through grade 12 students are encouraged to submit original works of art in one or more of the following categories:

Dance Choreography
Music Composition
Film Production
Literature
Photography
Visual Arts

Students who identify as having a disability may enter in the Accessible Arts division or grade division most closely aligned to their support needs.
Reflections submission deadline: November 26, 2025
FULL CATEGORY DETAILS >>
PRINTABLE SUBMISSION FORM >>
ONLINE SUBMISSION FORM >>
Student entries submitted to the local, state and national level go through multiple rounds of review by esteemed arts professionals across the country. Over 200 students are recognized for their achievements in the arts and their works are exhibited throughout the year. Top national-level winners are provided prizes and scholarships and their works are showcased and exhibited.
SAVE THE DATE!
Reflections Celebration for all artists will be on December 12 at 5:30pm!

Dine Out Mondays - October
2025-10-20 | Panera Bread, 921 N 10th St Suite E, Renton, WA, 98057, United States
Skip the cooking and dine at Panera Bread at the Landing to help support the Hazelwood PTSA!
Hazelwood PTSA will receive 20% of sales during our fundraiser on October 20.
Two ways to order:
1. Online – Order online or on the Panera app for curbside pick-up or delivery and apply this digital code: FUND4U
2. In-store – Visit Panera Bread at The Landing in Renton and show the fundraiser flyer (sent home in red folders), a digital copy of the flyer, or use code FUND4U when checking out on the in-cafe kiosk.

Care Closet: Food Drive
2025-10-20 - 2025-11-07 | Hazelwood Elementary, 7100 - 116th Ave SE, Newcastle, WA, 98056, United States
The Hazelwood Care Closet provides essential items to support Hazelwood families in need. This fall the PTSA is hosting a food drive for our Care Closet Community.
RED DONATION BAGS will be sent home with students as an easy way to transport donations to school. Bus riders may bring their red bags to class for teachers to collect. All other donations can be dropped off in donation bins located at each of the front entrances.
We are looking for non-perishable food donations including:

Pastas or Mac & Cheese
Fruit cups or canned fruit
Instant oatmeal
Rice
Fruit snacks
Canned soups
Canned vegetables
Instant noodles
Peanut butter
Cereals
Crackers
Snack/Granola Bars

We will also happily accept grocery store and restaurant gift cards in denominations of $25.
SHOP OUR AMAZON WISHLIST

Remlinger Farms Pie Fundraiser
2025-10-24 - 2025-11-12
We’re excited to partner with Remlinger Farms to bring you their delicious handmade pies just in time for the holidays. A portion of the proceeds will be donated to the PTSA.
Pre-order frozen pies online from October 24 through November 11 (extended through November 12th)! Pick-up from Hazelwood on Friday 11/21, just in time for your holiday feasts!
Pick from these delicious flavors:

Granny Smith Apple
Strawberry Rhubarb
Bumbleberry
Cherry

Shop pies >

Poinsettia Fundraiser
2025-10-24 - 2025-11-03
Brighten your home for the holidays and support Hazelwood! ✨ We’re partnering with Squak Mountain Nursery to offer beautiful poinsettias in your choice of red, white, or pink.

$25 each
6.5″ pots—perfect for holiday décor or gifting
Pick up 12/4 at Hazelwood during school pick-up

Every poinsettia purchase helps support our PTSA and funds the programs and events your children love!
Purchase poinsettias >

Harvest Carnival
2025-10-25 13:00 - 16:00 | Hazelwood Elementary, 7100 - 116th Ave SE, Newcastle, WA, 98056, United States
The Harvest Carnival is one of Hazelwood’s most beloved events full of fun, games, prizes, food, and costumes encouraged (but not required).
* SENSORY QUIET HOUR: 1-2PM *
We will have a special sensory quiet hour at the beginning of the carnival– it is a time and space for children who would benefit from a calm, quiet and accessible environment, whereas areas around the school during the carnival may cause sensory overload.

TICKETS ON SALE NOW – PURCHASE HERE!
Admission purchase includes access to all games, crafts, popcorn & water booth, and activities, plus 5 tickets for prize drawing entries!
$10 per child | $20 max per family
Children 3 and under are FREE. There is no charge for grown-ups accompanying a child.

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED – SIGN UP HERE!
A large amount of volunteers are needed to make this event successful! Grab a friend and sign up for a shift!

HIGH SCHOOL VOLUNTEERS NEEDED – SIGN UP HERE!

We keep the cost of entry low in hopes that more of our community can join us. The cost of your ticket covers the cost of the total event. We do not aim to raise funds or make a profit.
Please note: This is not a drop-off event and caregivers must be present with children.

Veteran's Day - No School
2025-11-11
No School – Veteran’s Day

Dine Out Mondays - November
2025-11-17 | MOD Pizza, 13156 Newcastle Commons Dr, Newcastle, WA, 98056, United States
Skip the cooking and dine at MOD Pizza to help support the Hazelwood PTSA!
Hazelwood PTSA will receive 25% of sales* during our fundraiser on November 17.
Two ways to order:
1. Order online at modpizza.com or with the MOD app and apply this digital code: MODGIVES25
2. Visit MOD Pizza in Newcastle and show this fundraiser flyer (or the flyer sent home in red folders) or mentioning the fundraiser at checkout.
*Tax, gift cards and retail sales are excluded from the donation. Offer void if flyer is distributed in or near the restaurant.

Care Closet: Toy Drive 2025
2025-11-19 - 2025-12-10 | Hazelwood Elementary, 7100 - 116th Ave SE, Newcastle, WA, 98056, United States
We’ll be collecting toys for our Care Closet Toy Drive between November 19 and December 10th. Sign up to provide one or more gifts for a child this holiday season. Drop off unwrapped items (marked with gift code) in the bins located inside the school’s main entrance.
Sign up to bring a gift >>

Fall Scholastic Book Fair
2025-11-20 - 2025-11-25 | Hazelwood Library, 7100 - 116th Ave SE, Newcastle, WA, 98056, United States
We are excited to announce our Fall Scholastic Book Fair! Students will visit the book fair during their library specialist time or can visit with their families during parent/teacher conferences after early release each day from 12:30pm – 3:30pm.
Shop the Book Fair >>
Set up your student’s eWallet account for cashless, stress-less shopping. Friends and family can even contribute funds!
Set up eWallet >>
You can also add funds to teacher classrooms and care closet families.
Donate to the Care Closet “Bookfairy” >>

Early Release - Parent Teacher Conferences
2025-11-20 - 2025-11-26
School will release at 11:30am for Parent/Teacher conferences.

Snapdoodle Toys PTSA Giveback Week
2025-11-23 - 2025-11-30
Shop at any Snapdoodle Toys location between 11/23 and 11/30 and Snapdoodle will donate 20% of all purchases back to Hazelwood PTSA! All purchases must be made in-store, so grab your shopping list and make it a festive field trip.
Here’s how it works:

Shop at any Snapdoodle Toys location
At check out mention that you’re shopping for Hazelwood’s PTSA Giveback
Snapdoodle will donate 20% of your purchase back to Hazelwood PTSA!

Find a location near you >

Thanksgiving Break 2025
2025-11-27 - 2025-11-28
No School – Thanksgiving Break.

No School - Professional Teacher Day
2025-12-01
No school. Professional teacher day.

Cocoa Crafters 2025
2025-12-05 17:30 - 19:30 | Hazelwood Elementary, 7100 - 116th Ave SE, Newcastle, WA, 98056, United States
Kids and their grown-ups are invited to join us for our creative winter workshop! We’ll sip on cocoa and get hands on with holiday crafts. Craft kits will be available for purchase if you choose to participate in the activity, otherwise there is no charge to attend. Popcorn and a movie will be playing in the gym. Additional free holiday crafts and holiday card making will be available during the event. This is not a drop-off event.
Craft Kits – $15 (Limited quantity available, pickup at event). Kits will include all supplies to create two keepsake crafts.
PURCHASE CRAFT KIT >>
We’re looking for volunteers to help with set-up, take-down, and during the event.
SIGN UP TO HELP >>
DONATE DESSERTS >>
