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We’re Friends of West Seattle Elementary.
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We’re the parent teacher organization (PTO) for West Seattle Elementary. We bring families, teachers, and neighbors together to help our students learn and grow.

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November 2026: News from Friends of West Seattle Elementary

November dates, six ways to volunteer, the school wishlist, family resources, and a free youth frisbee clinic.

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Questions about PTO events, volunteering, or getting involved? We’d love to hear from you.

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Coming up at West Seattle Elementary

All times Pacific
  1. Team Read: Free After-School Reading Tutoring

    · 4:30 pm – 5:30 pm

    Event details: Team Read: Free After-School Reading Tutoring

    Free after-school reading tutoring for selected second- and third-grade students. Tuesdays and Thursdays, 4:30–5:30 p.m., during the school term, excluding school holidays and breaks.

    Team Read contacts families of recommended students. This is not a drop-in activity. Families are responsible for transportation; confirm session location and any changes with Team Read.

    About Team Read
  2. Dental Screening Consent Due

    West Seattle Elementary

    Event details: Dental Screening Consent Due

    Please return the consent form by November 5 for the NeighborCare dental screening at West Seattle Elementary on November 6.

    Questions? Contact NeighborCare at 206-548-3186.

  3. Team Read: Free After-School Reading Tutoring

    · 4:30 pm – 5:30 pm

    Event details: Team Read: Free After-School Reading Tutoring

    Free after-school reading tutoring for selected second- and third-grade students. Tuesdays and Thursdays, 4:30–5:30 p.m., during the school term, excluding school holidays and breaks.

    Team Read contacts families of recommended students. This is not a drop-in activity. Families are responsible for transportation; confirm session location and any changes with Team Read.

    About Team Read
More upcoming dates

At the lunch table

This week’s lunches

November 2–November 6, 2026

Full lunch menu
  1. Today
    • Sunbutter and Jelly Sandwich
    • Pasta, Beef Bolognese
    • Cheesy Pasta Marinara
    • Burger, Veggie K-12
    • Samosa, Vegetable
    • Chicken Tenders

    Vegetables Corn, Broccoli

    More lunch choices for Monday, November 2

    Beverage

    • Milk, 1% White
    • Milk, NF Chocolate

    Condiment

    • Ketchup Packet

    Daily Fruit

    • Apple

    Daily Vegetable

    • Corn
    • Broccoli, Florette

    Grab & Go

    • Yogurt Lunch Box, Blueberry
    • Yogurt Lunch Box, Strawberry
    • Bagel Lunch Box
    • Nacho Box

    Sides

    • Roasted Broccoli
    • BBQ Turkey Bowl

    Vegetables Corn

    More lunch choices for Tuesday, November 3

    Beverage

    • Milk, 1% White
    • Milk, NF Chocolate

    Daily Fruit

    • Banana, Fresh Fruit

    Daily Vegetable

    • Corn

    Grab & Go

    • Yogurt Lunch Box, Blueberry
    • Yogurt Lunch Box, Strawberry
    • Bagel Lunch Box
    • Wowbutter Lunchbox
    • Nacho Box

    Sides

    • Muffin, Corn
    • Chicken Tenders

    Vegetables Carrots

    More lunch choices for Wednesday, November 4

    Beverage

    • Milk, 1% White
    • Milk, NF Chocolate

    Daily Vegetable

    • Baby Carrots

    Grab & Go

    • Yogurt Lunch Box, Blueberry
    • Yogurt Lunch Box, Strawberry
    • Bagel Lunch Box
    • Wowbutter Lunchbox
    • Nacho Box

    Sides

    • Roll
    • Glazed Carrots K-12
    • Pears
    • Shrimp Tacos

    Vegetables Edamame, Slaw

    More lunch choices for Thursday, November 5

    Beverage

    • Milk, 1% White
    • Milk, NF Chocolate

    Daily Fruit

    • Apple

    Daily Vegetable

    • Edamame

    Grab & Go

    • Yogurt Lunch Box, Blueberry
    • Yogurt Lunch Box, Strawberry
    • Bagel Lunch Box
    • Wowbutter Lunchbox
    • Nacho Box

    Sides

    • Chipotle Slaw K-12
    • Pizza, Cheese

    Vegetables Cauliflower

    More lunch choices for Friday, November 6

    Beverage

    • Milk, 1% White
    • Milk, NF Chocolate

    Daily Vegetable

    • Cauliflower, Florette

    Grab & Go

    • Yogurt Lunch Box, Blueberry
    • Yogurt Lunch Box, Strawberry
    • Bagel Lunch Box
    • Wowbutter Lunchbox
    • Nacho Box

    Sides

    • Steamed Cauliflower K-12
    • Pears

Food labels reflect names on the menu. Menus may change. View MealViewer for ingredients and allergen information. Updated Nov 2, 1:33 pm PST.

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The main entrance to West Seattle Elementary, with families arriving at school.
Image courtesy of Miller Hayashi.

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