Fun Run Success - Thank You, Emerald Families!

Emerald PTO • November 2, 2025

Our 2025 Fun Run was an incredible success, and it’s all thanks to YOU! With your generosity and enthusiasm, we raised just over $16,000 — surpassing our school goal! Donations came in from 26 different states, showing just how far our Emerald community reaches.

A huge thank you to Angela Gates for coordinating this year’s event. Her organization, energy, and creativity made the day run smoothly from start to finish. We’re also deeply grateful to all of the volunteers who helped with setup, passing out waters and Otter Pops, cheering, cleanup, and everything in between. We couldn’t do it without you!

And of course, thank you to every student, family member, and friend who donated, shared fundraising pages, and came out to cheer on our Otters. Your support helps fund classroom needs, after-school clubs, sports, and special programs that enrich our kids’ school experience.

The Fun Run isn’t just about raising money — it’s about school spirit, teamwork, and community. Seeing students run, laugh, and cheer each other on reminds us what Emerald is all about.

💚 Thank you for making this year’s Fun Run our best yet!

A person in a dragon costume stands on grass near a fenced-in obstacle course; two red banners read

People at a race starting line under an archway that reads

Runners at the starting line of a race under an inflatable arch that reads

A group of people, many wearing green, running down a paved path outdoors. Fall trees in the background.

Three children and an adult walking on a path. One child looks back. Overcast day.

People running on a path during an outdoor event. A green grassy hill is on the left.

A boy gazes at a large, colorful parrot sculpture made of toy bricks outdoors.

People walking with children in a park near playground equipment.

Children walking on a path, one holding a flag. Overcast sky, trees in the background.

Group of children at a race starting line under an archway that says

Boy in green shirt and jacket walks on a path; others behind. Fall trees and open area.

Playground with dinosaur and unicorn inflatables; people nearby; cloudy sky.

Two girls smiling outdoors, one in green sweatsuit, the other in a green shirt and patterned leggings, waving.

People in blue uniforms talking to a parrot and a dinosaur mascot in a grassy field. A tent is behind them.

People walking on a path outdoors; one wearing a green shirt, others in the background. Overcast day.

Children walking on a path, some wearing yellow. Cloudy day, school building in background.

Children walk on a path at school, toward a covered area. Cloudy day, green grass.

Group of kids walking on a path near a building, some wearing bright colors. Cloudy sky.

Children line up at a race start line under an archway that says

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Children walking and running along a path, some wearing red, others in blue, under a cloudy sky.

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Flyer for Emerald Elementary Chuck E. Cheese Night on Jan. 28th, 3PM-9PM at 7721 NE Vancouver Plaza Drive. Chuck E. Cheese is pictured.

Chuck E Cheese Night January 28th

By Emerald PTO • January 9, 2026

Emerald Chuck E Cheese Fundraiser Night January 28 3-9 pm

PTO Meeting - Tuesday, January 13th 5:30 pm

By Emerald PTO • December 29, 2025

Our next PTO meeting will take place on Tuesday, January 13 at 5:30 PM in the Emerald Commons , and all Emerald families are welcome to attend. PTO meetings are a chance to hear what is happening around the school, learn how funds are being used to support students and staff, and share ideas that help strengthen our school community. Whether you are a regular volunteer, brand new to the PTO, or just curious about what we do, you are welcome to join us. There is no long-term commitment required to attend a meeting. Come when you can, listen in, and participate at whatever level feels comfortable. Meeting Details Date: Tuesday, January 13 Time: 5:30 PM Location: Emerald Commons We hope to see you there and appreciate everyone who takes time to stay connected and involved at Emerald Elementary PTO .

OMSI Night

By Emerald PTO • December 29, 2025

Tuesday, January 6 Kindergarten through 2nd Grade: 5:00 to 6:30 PM 3rd through 5th Grade: 6:30 to 8:00 PM Get ready for an evening of hands-on science, curiosity, and discovery. We are bringing the spirit of Oregon Museum of Science and Industry right to our school for a special OMSI Night designed for the whole family. This is not a sit-and-watch kind of event. OMSI Night is all about exploring, experimenting, and figuring things out together. Throughout the school, you will find interactive stations filled with real science equipment and engaging challenges. Some activities will click instantly. Others might stump you at first. That is part of the fun. Kids will get to test ideas, make predictions, and try again when things do not work the first time. Adults might find themselves just as curious and occasionally just as perplexed. It is one of those nights where learning feels playful and shared, not instructional or pressured. Event Times Kindergarten through 2nd Grade: 5:00 to 6:30 PM 3rd through 5th Grade: 6:30 to 8:00 PM If you have children in multiple grade levels, come at the time that works best for your family. You are welcome to choose the window that feels the most comfortable and enjoyable for your crew. What to Expect Hands-on science stations with OMSI-style challenges Activities designed to spark curiosity and conversation Opportunities for kids to explore at their own pace You do not need any science background to enjoy this night. Asking questions, trying things out, and laughing when something surprises you is exactly the point. OMSI Night is about experiencing science as something approachable, creative, and fun. This event is a great chance to spend time together, see classmates outside the classroom, and remind kids that learning can happen anywhere, especially when it feels like play. We hope you will join us for an unforgettable evening of discovery.