Calling all student artists, writers, filmmakers, dancers, photographers, composers!

Do you have kids who enjoy art, music, and dance or have an interest in writing, producing films, and taking photos? Encourage them to have fun and unleash their inner artist by entering PTA Reflections! All participants will celebrate together at our annual Bryant Showcase in December and have the chance to be recognized at the city, state, and even national levels!
 
To participate, students submit original works of art on a set theme in the categories of Visual Arts, Literature (fiction and poetry as well as essays), Photography, Film Production, Music Composition, and Dance Choreography.
 
This year’s theme is “Accepting Imperfections”
 
To learn more about Reflections visit: https://www.pta.org/home/programs/reflections
 and watch this space for more info on how to submit artwork soon! 
 
The Reflections Team

Bryant Curriculum Night for 2024-25

The 2024-25 Bryant Curriculum Night will be held on October 1st, 2024. 

Schedule:

  • 2nd Grade: 5:00 – 5:40 

  • 4th Grade: 5:30 – 6:10 

  • 3rd Grade: 5:45 – 6:25 

  • 1st Grade: 6:10 – 6:50 

  • Kindergarten: 6:35 – 7:15 

  • 5th Grade: 6:20 – 7:00 

Your child’s teacher will let you know whether they are meeting in the library, classroom, or both.

Reminder: Curriculum Night is an adult-only event.

Bryant Girls on the Run Program Registration Open

SEASON OVERVIEW

  • Fall 2024 Season Dates: Week of September 30th – week of November 18th, 2024
  • September 30th: Girl registration closes
  • October 7th: Refund deadline; no refunds given after this date
  • Week of November 18th: End-of-season 5K celebrations at each team’s usual practice location and time. More details to come!
  • Teams practice twice/week, Monday/Thursday 2:30-4:30pm at Bryant Playground
  • We welcome 3rd – 5th grade children who identify as girls, nonbinary, and gender-nonconforming.
  • Registration and more information 
  • Email Kelord@seattleschools.org or Khsalisbury@seattleschools.org with questions.

Girls on the Run inspires individuals of all abilities to discover, build, and grow their self-confidence. Together, they experience a sense of belonging and connection as a team. Coaches facilitate lessons that blend physical activity with life skill development, including managing emotions, fostering friendships, and expressing empathy. At the end of the season, the team completes a 5K together! 

Bryant After School Enrichment Program – Fall Registration

Registration for Fall After School Enrichment classes will open on Tuesday September 10th at noon. Class descriptions can be viewed at our web site www.seattlease.org. Registration and payments are taken online through the site. Registration will close September 22nd. Fall classes start September 30th.

Contact the ASE Coordinator clive@seattlease.org for further information.

2024-25 Bryant Directory – Take the survey by October 4th to be included!

Stay connected to Bryant friends with the Bryant Directory. This year, the directory will again be available virtually via a password-protected document.

To be included in the Bryant Directory, scan the QR code or use the link below to complete the survey. Thanks for responding by October 4th!

If you have questions or need to edit information in the directory, please reach out to us at: bryantdirectory@gmail.com

Thank you!

Bryant Directory Team

https://bit.ly/bryantdirectory2024

2024-25 Meeting Schedule

Meetings are Tuesdays at 7pm in the Bryant Elementary Library, unless otherwise noted. 

* denotes General Membership Meetings. All PTSA Members and Bryant families are encouraged to attend. Agenda includes items of general interest.

September 12, 2024
Minutes | Budget | Treasurer Overview

October 8, 2024*
Minutes | Budget | September Financials    

November 12, 2024
Minutes | Budget | October Financials |Fiscal Year 2023-2024 Year End Report | Deck

December 10, 2024
Minutes | Budget | November Financials | Deck

January 14, 2025
Minutes| Budget | December Financials | Deck

February 11, 2025
Minutes | Budget| January Financials | Deck

March 11, 2025*
Minutes | Budget | February Financials

April 8, 2025
Minutes | Budget | March Financials | Budget Highlights | Deck

May 13, 2025
Minutes | Budget | April Financials | Budget Highlights | 2025-2026 Bryant PTSA Proposed Budget | Proposed Budget Narrative | Deck

June 10, 2025*
Minutes | Deck | Budget Documents: • Budget Spreadsheet • Cash Schedule • Budget Summary

Introducing the 2024-25 Bryant PTSA and Remaining Open Positions

Executive Committee
  • Co-Presidents: Matt Hunt and Marika Vandersmith
  • Co-Treasurer (Lead): Maggie Dreifuerst
  • Co-Treasurer (Check Writing): David McKnight
  • Co-Treasurer (Check Deposits): Open
  • Co-Secretaries: Alison Bettles and Kerry Billingham
Board Roles
  • Operations Chair: Emily West-Foyle
  • Fundraising Committee Co-chairs: Michael Polin and Maya Narayanan
  • Membership Co-chairs (2): Open
  • Volunteer Co-chairs: Anna Bonnett and Kelly King French
  • Advocacy Co-chairs (2): Open
  • Community Engagement Co-chairs (2): Open
  • Communications Chairperson: Melissa Terman
  • Member at large: Tiffany Courtnage
  • Teacher Representative: Alex Jones
  • Teacher Representative: Kristin Hansen
See position descriptions here. We need your support to run our student events and fundraising efforts.

If you are interested in one of the Open positions, please email volunteer@bryantschool.org.