September 20, 2026

Bastian Parents, Guardians, and Students,

We've got an absolutely packed week coming up with ​both the biggest event of the year, the Color Run, and ​School Picture Day! We're also ramping up for Parent Teacher Conferences next week!

Color Run Reminder and Rewards:

As of my most recent update, Bastian has raised $9,258 during our Color Run fundraising! Students have officially surpassed the $7,500 mark and have earned popsicles during their lunch recess tomorrow. As a reminder, at the $10,000 mark students will earn the ability to Tattoo a Teacher!

The PTA is still seeking volunteers to help make the Color Run a sucess. If you’re interested in helping out, you’ll find the link to sign-up here: SIGN-UP TO VOLUNTEER

If you’re still interested in making a monetary donation for the Color Run, can do so here: DONATE NOW

The Color Run itself will take place this Thursday (September 24th), with the gates officially opening at 4:00 p.m.! Color Runs with chalk will happen every 15-minutes beginning at 4:30 p.m. Students run free, and additional runners will cost $5 each.

Food Trucks will be available including: Kona Ice, Corn Dog Company, Knockout Burgers and Fries, Sergio’s Pizza, and BeverlyAnn’s Cookies. A portion of proceeds raised by each food truck will benefit Bastian Elementary’s PTA.

During the event, a silent auction will be taking place where you can bid on various baskets donated by local businesses, parents, and staff members.

If you’re interested, we will also have a dunk tank on site where you’ll have the chance to dunk some of your favorite staff members and teachers. For dollar or more, you’ll be given the chance to throw a ball at the target and them a very frigid bath!

Picture Day:

Also happening on September 24th is School Picture Day! You’ll find more information about available picture packages attached to this week's ParentSquare message.

Parent Teacher Conferences:

Fall Parent Teacher Conferences are happening on September 30th and October 1st! You can sign up for an appointment with your child’s teacher now using Skyward. We look forward to hosting you!

Boo-to-the-Flu Clinic:

During Parent Teacher Conferences, families are invited to visit our annual Boo-to-the-Flu clinic where nurses will be administering flu shots to those who are interested. The clinic will be open on September 30th from 4:00-7:00 p.m. and on October 1st from 1:00-4:00 p.m. Protect yourself from the flu and benefit Bastian at the same time with a portion of proceeds from each vaccination being donated to the school!

School Community Council:

We'll have a few openings on Bastian's School Community Council (SCC) this year, and will be running elections over Parent Teacher Conferences. If you're interested in playing a direct role in Bastian's goal-setting and planning for the upcoming school year, keep an eye out for the nomination form which will be posted soon!

Thank you for your continued support,

Garett York
Principal
Bastian Elementary

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