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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: School Events & Programs Kindergarten Classes First Grade Classes Second Grade Classes Third Grade Classes Fourth Grade Classes Fifth Grade Classes 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. You can purchase a class sponsorship here. 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. Purchase a Help A Class Sponsorship here! 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.

Welcome back! We hope everyone had a great spring break! Below please find the March 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 NEXT DINING NIGHT OUT: TUESDAY, MARCH 31ST AT P.F. CHANG’S Mark your calendars for our next Dining Night Out on  Tuesday, March 31st at P.F. Chang’s! Enjoy a delicious meal with family and friends while supporting our school community.         Location: P.F. Chang’s – Tanasbourne         Address: 10088 NE Emma Way, Hillsboro, OR 97124         Time: 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM 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! NEW LETTERBOXING CLUB! Did you know there are hand-carved stamps hidden all over the world waiting to be discovered? We are thrilled to announce SECO’s new Letterboxing Club with Mrs. Fry, a unique opportunity for 4th and 5th-graders to combine art, logic, and outdoor exploration. Letterboxing is a creative treasure-hunting activity where players follow clues to find hidden stamps. Students will learn to make their own logbooks, carve their own signature stamps, and practice solving clues to find boxes hidden within the library. By the end of the session, students will be prepared to embark on real-world letterboxing adventures with their families! Registration Information Who: Sato 4th & 5th Grade Students When: Thursdays, April 16 – May 28, 2:25 - 3:00 PM (no meeting April 30) Where: Sato Library Cost:  $15 for supplies Space is limited to 15 students Registration deadline Sunday, April 12 You can register on our website at:  www.satocommunity.org/product-page/letterboxing-club-enrollment 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 PICTURES 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: School Events & Programs Kindergarten Classes First Grade Classes Second Grade Classes Third Grade Classes Fourth Grade Classes Fifth Grade Classes TAEKWONDO FUNDRAISER We’re excited to share a fun and active fundraising opportunity for Sato Elementary! US World Class Taekwondo Bethany is partnering with our school for an  After School Fundraiser designed especially for K–5 students. For just  $49 for the month of APRIL , new participants receive:       • 1 full month of classes       • A FREE uniform and belt       • A fun, confidence-building experience Even better —  100% of the funds go to SECO! This program helps students build respect, confidence, focus, and character — all while staying active and having fun with friends. Spots may fill quickly, so be sure to  register soon ! If you have any questions, please email  fundraising@satocommunity.org 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

Below please find the January 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 . Dine Out Night: MOD Pizza TOMORROW - Sunday, January 11th Join us for the next Dine Out Night at MOD Pizza Tanasbourne on Sunday from 10:30 am – 10:00 pm. Order for dine-in using the flyer below or order takeout via the website or app using code MODGIVES25 and SECO will receive 25% of your order! Glow Dance Party Friday, January 23rd We invite you to join us on Friday, January 23rd for our Glow Dance Party, a fun and family-friendly night of dancing and glowing excitement.  Tickets are available on our website  HERE . Please note this year all glow shop items must be pre-purchased as they will not be sold at the event. Food and candy items are also available for pre-purchase; any remaining items will be sold at the event while supplies last. Song Requests are now open! Have a favorite song? Submit your request using the form on our website, and it could be played at the event! Song requests close on January 20th. Volunteers Needed!  We are also looking for adult volunteers to help make this event a success, and volunteers receive free admission. Look for volunteer sign-ups to be shared via ParentSquare in the next few days. January Popcorn Friday Friday, January 30th Our next Popcorn Friday is on January 30th, and many of our classes are still in need of sponsors. Both Classroom Sponsorships and Help-A-Class Sponsorships are available and can be purchased on our website  HERE . We Are Sato Night (formerly Cultural Night) - Participant Signups NOW OPEN! We’re excited to announce that sign-ups for We Are Sato Night (formerly Cultural Night) are now open! We’re looking for families and individuals interested in hosting a country booth, helping at the henna booth, assisting with event planning and activities, or submitting a video performance for this year's We Are Sato Night happening on Friday, February 27th. You can signup or learn more about the event on our website  HERE . We Are Sato Night - Survey If you haven’t had a chance yet, we encourage you to share your ideas by completing the We Are Sato/Cultural Night survey. Please see below the ParentSquare message originally sent on December 15, 2025, for more details and the survey link. Dear Sato Families, As we begin planning for this year’s Cultural Night, we want to ensure that this beloved tradition continues to reflect the heart of our community. This year, we are excited to share that Cultural Night will be renamed We Are Sato Night, a name that more fully captures the spirit of unity, belonging, and community connection that this event represents. The event is primarily led by SECO in close collaboration with Sato staff. The purpose of We Are Sato Night is simple and meaningful: To uplift and celebrate the home cultures of our students and families, affirm identity, and foster connection within our diverse community. Survey Link We invite you to take a few minutes to complete a survey sharing your hopes, interests, and questions regarding We Are Sato Night. Your insights will help guide our planning committees as we consider event structure, communication, safety practices, and the many ways we can ensure every family feels represented, welcomed, and safe. Since we are gathering this input from our family community and it will take some time to gather and thoughtfully reflect on the information, we are shifting the date of the We Are Sato Night to Friday, February 27th rather than the end of January as originally scheduled.  Thank you for your time, partnership, and the many ways you contribute to the spirit of Sato. We look forward to learning from you as we prepare a celebration that honors all of us—because We Are Sato. With appreciation, Kim Villanti, SECO President  Annie Pleau, Principal Sato Elementary School Raccoon Run Prizes Update We are so appreciative of everyone’s efforts in raising funds for our school! We had a blast hosting families at our invite-only movie night last night and loved watching kids silly-string staff members during recess last month. The prizes for class participation have been distributed, and the remaining individual prizes—the Heads & Tails game coin and the swag bag—will be distributed during the week of January 12th. If you have any questions, please email raccoonrun@satocommunity.org Mabel's Labels Fundraiser (Repeat) Happening Now! As winter coats start coming out, please be sure your student’s gear is labeled and easy to find. SECO is partnering with Mabel’s Labels to help families label coats, gloves, hats, scarves, and water bottles with customizable, durable, waterproof labels that are dishwasher, laundry, and microwave safe. A portion of every order supports SECO, and all labels ship directly to your home for free . To participate, visit  campaigns.mabelslabels.com  and select “ SECO – Sato Elementary Community Organization (Portland) ”. January SECO Meeting Wednesday, January 21st at 6:00 PM - Virtual Join us for the next SECO General Meeting—all parents, guardians, and community members are welcome to attend. This is a great opportunity to stay informed, share your voice in decisions, and help shape a stronger community for our children. The meeting will be held virtually; please join us using this  zoom link . We wish everyone a great start to the new year, SECO

Family Movie Night Buy Tickets Friday, May 29th Doors open at 5:30 PM Movie starts at 6:00 PM Bring your own chairs, pillows, and blankets for a screening in the gym. Entry tickets are required (ages 2+). All students must be accompanied and supervised by an adult. Limited food and drinks will be available for purchase at the event. Food items are only guaranteed for those who pre-purchase food tickets. Extras will be sold on-site until they are sold out. Admission only ticket sales close on Thursday, May 28th at 9:00 PM. Food tickets and bundle tickets close on Thursday, May 28th at 3:00 PM. If available, admission tickets will be sold at the door. If your family needs support with the cost of an entry ticket, please email School Counselor Laurie White at laurie_white@beaverton.k12.or.us . Virtual tickets will be emailed after purchase. If you are unable to locate your tickets, please let us know at the door and we can look up your order. Buy Tickets If you have any questions, please email events@satocomunity.org .

Family Movie Nights SECO is excited to offer several family movie nights throughout the year! 2025 - 2026 Movie Night Events: September 26th December 5th March 13th May 29th Bring the family and some comfy seating and join us for an indoor movie in the Sato Gym. Tickets and concessions will be available for purchase in the days prior to the event. Please check the volunteer needs and consider helping with set up, check in, and tear down. Next Movie Night: Movie: Turbo Rated: PG Date: Friday, May 29th Doors Open: 5:30 PM Start Time: 6:00 PM General Admission: $5.00/person Purchase Tickets and Concessions: PURCHASE TICKETS!

Family Movie Night Friday, March 14 Doors open at 5:30 PM, Movie starts at 6 PM Bring your own chairs, pillows, and blankets and join us for a screening of The Wild Robot. A Critic's Choice Award winner for Best Animated Feature about a service robot shipwrecked on an uninhabited island who must adapt to its surroundings, build relationships with the local wildlife, and becomes the adoptive mother of an orphaned goose. Purchase Tickets Field Day Volunteers Sign up today! Wednesday, June 3rd Session 1: 8:30 am - 10:45 am (grades 3-5) Session 2: 11:45 am - 1:45 pm (grades K-2) Volunteers are needed to help run each activity station as well as the snack shack, water refill station, and to help monitor the doors. Detailed instructions for each station will be provided at check-in. Sign-up on ParentSquare here. https://www.parentsquare.com/feeds/79141779 SECO WELCOME TO Welcome! We are SECO - Sato Elementary Community Organization - the non-profit parent volunteer organization for Sato Elementary School. Our organization’s goal is to help enhance our student’s learning experience by fostering a community among parents, teachers, and staff. SECO does this by providing the planning, volunteers, funds, and/or support for many events, programs and activities at Sato. We thank you for your support and invite you to explore our website to learn more about our organization and how you can help. Events Calendar Events Calendar May 2026 Today Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat 26 27 28 12:00 AM Bus Driver Appreciation Day 29 Day (1/2) Spring Conferences +1 more 30 Day (2/2) Spring Conferences +1 more 1 Day (2/2) No School (Conferences) 2 3 4 Day (1/5) Certified Appreciation Week 5 Day (2/5) Certified Appreciation Week 6 Day (3/5) Certified Appreciation Week 7 Day (4/5) Certified Appreciation Week 8 Day (5/5) Certified Appreciation Week 9 10 11 12 13 6:00 PM SECO General Meeting - IN PERSON 14 4:00 PM Kinder Orientation 15 16 17 18 Day (1/5) Staff Appreciation Week 19 Day (2/5) Staff Appreciation Week 20 Day (3/5) Staff Appreciation Week 21 Day (4/5) Staff Appreciation Week 22 Day (5/5) Staff Appreciation Week +1 more 23 24 25 12:00 AM No School (Memorial Day) 26 27 28 11:00 AM Dine Out Night: Pastini 29 7:45 AM School Spirit Day & Assembly +1 more 30 31 1 2 3 7:45 AM Field Day 4 5 6 Latest Newsletter April 2026 SECO News 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. SECO 4 min read March 2026 SECO News Welcome back! We hope everyone had a great spring break! Below please find the March 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 NEXT DINING NIGHT OUT: TUESDAY, MARCH 31ST AT P.F. CHANG’S Mark your calendars for our next Dining Night Out on Tuesday, March 31st at P.F. Chang’s! Enjoy a delicious meal with family and friend SECO 3 min read January SECO News Below please find the January 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 . Dine Out Night: MOD Pizza TOMORROW - Sunday, January 11th Join us for the next Dine Out Night at MOD Pizza Tanasbourne on Sunday from 10:30 am – 10:00 pm. Order for dine-in using the flyer below or order takeout via the website or app using code MOD SECO 4 min read