April 2026 SECO News
- SECO
- 14 hours ago
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Below please find the April SECO update! We've summarized all the important SECO news, events, and updates to keep you connected and informed. For more information, visit www.satocommunity.org or email seco@satocommunity.org
STAFF CONFERENCE DINNER SIGNUP
Help us support our amazing staff during conference night on Wednesday, April 29th! We’re continuing the tradition of Sato families sponsoring dinner for the ~50 staff members working a long day of teaching and conferences.
How can families help:
-Make a monetary donation (here) to help us to cater the main entree
-Sign up to bring in drinks, side dishes, or desserts (here)
We appreciate any help you can provide!
NEXT DINING NIGHT OUT: SUNDAY & MONDAY, APRIL 19TH & 20TH AT RADII PI
Mark your calendars for our next Dining Night Out on Sunday, April 19th AND Monday, April 20th at Radii Pi in Bethany Village! Enjoy a delicious pizza with family and friends while supporting our school community.
Location: Radii Pi - Bethany Village
Address: 15325 NW Central Drive, Ste J-4, Portland 97229
Dates: Sunday, April 19th AND Monday, April 20th
Hours: 3:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Flyer Required: Show flyer (or digital version) to server
To-Go: Yes, when order placed directly with restaurant
Please show a printed or digital flyer to your server. To-go orders count as well, as long as they are placed directly with the restaurant.
Bring your appetite and help make this event a success. We hope to see you there!
NOTHING BUNDT CAKE FUNDRAISER
SECO is partnering with Nothing Bundt Cakes for a sweet fundraiser to support school programs and activities. Families can purchase a voucher for an 8" bundt cake for $35 or a voucher for an individual bundtlet for $7 through May 1. Vouchers will be sent home starting May 6 and can be redeemed at the Tanasbourne location. Order online at www.satocommunity.com/nothing-bundt-cake.
SECO BOARD FOR THE 2026/2027 SCHOOL YEAR
SECO is looking for board members and committee members for next school year, and we need your help to keep our programs going strong. Please review the board position details below or learn more about our committees here to learn how you can get involved. Without parent volunteers stepping up to help lead and organize, beloved events like the Halloween Party, Raccoon Run, Glow Party, Movie Nights, and We Are Sato Night may not happen next year.
YEARBOOKS NOW AVAILABLE FOR PURCHASE
We are thrilled to announce that yearbooks are now available to order! Here are the details:
Price: $28 for soft cover, and $34.75 for hard cover per yearbook
How to Order: Log-in to your TreeRing account or set up an account at: www.treering.com/validate
School passcode: 1017132064241100
Custom Pages Due: April 15, 2026
Ordering Deadline for School delivery: May 13, 2026
Don't miss out, order yours today and make sure your child has a keepsake to remember this school year!
YEARBOOK PHOTOS NEEDED!
The yearbook team is hard at work on this year's yearbook, but they need YOUR help to make it extra special!
If you snapped any photos while attending a school event, participating in Art Lit, visiting the classroom, helping with OBOB, or volunteering on a field trip — we would love for you to share them with us!
Please use the links below to upload your photos in the appropriate category:
HELP RAISE FUNDS WITH THE BOTTLE DROP PROGRAM!
Did you know your bottles and cans can help support Sato Elementary? SECO is now participating in the Oregon BottleDrop Give program for non-profits, allowing families and community members to recycle eligible beverage containers while raising funds for SECO sponsored programs, events, and enrichment opportunities.
To participate request a blue SECO BottleDrop bag on our website and a bag will be sent home with your student. Collect eligible bottles and cans at home and drop the full bag off at a BottleDrop location. No BottleDrop account is required to participate, and the QR code on the bag connects the donation directly to SECO.
Visit our website to request a bag and learn more about how you can participate. If you have any questions, please email fundraising@satocommunity.org
POPCORN FRIDAY: FRIDAY, APRIL 24TH
Many of our classes still need sponsorships for the April Popcorn Friday happening Friday, April 24th!
Sponsor a Class: For $30, family members can sponsor a class for the month which ensures each student gets a bag of popcorn! Please visit our website store to sponsor your student's class.
Help a class in need! Some of our classes struggle to find Popcorn Friday sponsors each month. If you are able, please consider purchasing a Help A Class Sponsorship. These sponsorships are used to sponsor a class that would otherwise go unsponsored.
Look for ParentSquare volunteer signups to come out next week.
BUS DRIVER APPRECIATION DAY: APRIL 28TH
Join us in celebrating our amazing bus drivers on April 28th! These dedicated drivers safely transport our students each day with care and kindness, and this is a great opportunity to show our appreciation.
Families can participate by having students make a card or drawing, write a thank-you note, or bring a small token of appreciation (like a favorite snack or drink). A simple “thank you” goes a long way in making our drivers feel valued!
TAEKWONDO PARTICIPANT THANK YOU
Thank you to all the families who signed up for the April after-school fundraiser with US World Class Taekwondo Bethany! We truly appreciate your support and hope your students have a fantastic time participating, building confidence, and learning something new.
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