At a Glance
- Oct 21 – Student Picture Day
- Oct 24 – Fall Festival (2:30 – 3:30 pm ET)
- Nov 10 – 14 – Book Fair
- Seeking Sponsors for the Holiday Gift Drive
- Welcome Our Newest Sponsor: Norman’s Farm Market
Quick Note
Fall is in full swing with PTA Meeting #1 under our belts and the upcoming Fall Festival on October 24th!
Seeking Sponsors for Holiday Gift Drive
Let’s Share the Love this Holiday Season!
The RCF PTA is seeking sponsors for the Holiday Gift Drive this year, with a goal to support as many RCF families as possible. Please help us share this message with your connections. To learn more about sponsorship and to sign up, visit: https://rcfpta.org/sponsorship/.
Sponsor Spotlight: Norman’s Farm Market
Please welcome our newest Wild Cat Sponsor ($750-$1499): Norman’s Farm Market! Norman’s Farm Market is providing fresh apples to our RCF staff lounge all through October! Visit this amazing local sponsor right around the corner on Jones Mill Road, where you’ll find pumpkins, apples, and all your fall produce favorites.
Norman’s is also extending a 10% Neighborly Discount to all RCF Elementary staff as well as PTA members (not to be combined with other discounts)!
Fall Festival
The annual Fall Festival is coming up on Friday, October 24! Parents and Caregivers are invited into the classrooms and on the fields to cheer for your children and celebrate the season together. Parents will continue the festivities in the classrooms before or after the field activities.
PEP, Pre-K- 2nd grade:
- 2:30-3:00 – Fields
- 3:00-3:30 – Classroom festivities
Grades 3-5:
- 2:30-3:00 – Classroom festivities
- 3:00-3:30 – Fields
Be sure to complete the pre-registration form to ensure a smooth and efficient check-in process:
Book Fair
Save the Date for the RCF Book Fair November 10th – 14th!
Come shop & support our school community. Newest book releases. Massive selection of Spanish language books. Morning & evening shopping hours to fit family schedules. More details on the schedule and a call for volunteers will be coming soon. Until then, contact Kate Rios at bookfair@rcfpta.org with any questions or if you’d like to volunteer.
PTA Meeting #1
We held our first PTA Meeting on October 7th with over 60 virtual participants! RCF PTA President Sandra Maldonado facilitated the meeting featuring:
- Special Guest: RCFES Principle Ms. Carrillo
- Q&A with the PTA Counselors Ms. Rawls and Ms. Smith
- Presentation on the Student Government Association by Mr. Mizelle
- Treasurer’s Report by PTA Treasurer Kate Rios, including an approved vote on the 2025 Summer Budget
Check out the meeting notes and slides on our website.
How To Get Involved
There are many ways to engage with the PTA to support your child’s community!
- Sign up to Volunteer – We are still looking for a C.A.F.E lead!
- Become a PTA Member
- Donate online or by cash or check. Make checks payable to Rock Creek Forest Parent Teacher Association and mail to: 8330 Grubb Rd, Chevy Chase, MD 20815 or drop off at the Rock Creek Forest Elementary School Front Office.
- Join the WhatsApp Community
- Join the Listserv
Thank You
As always, thanks for being part of RCF. Whether you join events, volunteer, or simply stay informed—you make a difference.