Dates: Monday, September 1st – Tuesday, September 30th

Calling all student artists! The National PTA Reflections Art contest is back! This year’s theme is “I Belong!” Students are invited to submit original artwork expressing their interpretation of the theme in one of six categories:

• Visual Arts
• Music Composition
• Film Production
• Photography
• Literature
• Dance Choreography

Entry forms and poster boards for visual arts submissions are available at the front desk. Submissions are due at the front desk by Tuesday, September 30th.

The PTA wants Del Mar Hills teachers to have the resources they need to help every SurfRider achieve their full academic potential. So, the PTA provides every full-time teacher with a $500 grant to spend on supplies for their classroom. Part-time teachers receive $250. Submissions for reimbursement are accepted through May 15th.

Surf Families are every SurfRiders favorite part about being a student at Del Mar Hills! Surf Families are facilitated by a Del Mar Hills teacher and are made up of one (or more) students from each grade K-6. Surf Families gather quarterly to do activities and deepen their connections with SurfRiders across all grades. The PTA provides funds for these activities including books, bracelet making kits, and more!

Throughout the year, SurfRiders enjoy special assemblies that are educational, exciting, and energizing! Past programs have included building and launching rockets on Fiesta Island, hands-on science experiments, and building robots. Assemblies are a fun way to extend learning beyond the classroom.