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Originally delivered on 1/18/2026 2:00 pm

SUBJECT: The Gator Blast: January 18, 2026

The Gator Blast

January 18, 2026

Brought to you by the Davidsonville Elementary School (DES) Parent Teacher Organization (PTO)

The DES PTO Gator Blast
Information From Your PTO
Order Your 2025-2026 Yearbook

These elementary years are so precious! Don't miss out on capturing this year's school memories by getting your yearbook order in now. 

A soft Yearbook cost $19.25 plus tax and convenience fee. Personalization is $3.00.

Orders are due by April 9!

Fundraising
Feb. 5 Skate Night
Join Us for Skate Night

Mark your calendar for Thursday, Febuary 5 from 4:30-6:30 p.m. for our third skate night! Admission is $5 per person (non-skaters included) and $5 for each skate rental. Wear pink for a prize at the door! 

Get your tickets here. They can be purchased up to 24 hours in advance or you can pay at the door. Can't wait to see you there!

Dining Out at The Greene Turtle

Enjoy a night off from cooking while supporting our DES community on Thursday, February 19! Join your friends at The Greene Turtle in Edgewater for our next Dining Out. Mention the fundraiser all day while dining in or carrying out (phone orders only), and they will donate 20% of sales to the DES PTO.

Submit Your Box Tops for Education

Did you know Box Tops for Education submissions support DES students? Download the app to get started and see if your grade can top the leaderboard! Here's how it works:

  1. When creating an account, search for and select Davidsonville Elementary School.
  2. Scan qualifying receipts in the app.
  3. Submit qualifying digital receipts in the app.
  4. Connect your WalMart and Box Tops accounts.
Events
2026 DES International Night
International Night — Be Part of the Adventure!

Grab your (imaginary) passport — we’re setting the itinerary for International Night at Davidsonville Elementary School on Friday, February 27! Join us for an evening full of celebration, community, connection, and curiosity as we explore cultures from around the world.

Let’s make this a joyful night of discovery and connection — we can’t wait to explore the world together! RSVP for this free event here.

Clubs
Spanish Club
Spanish Club

Do you have a 3rd, 4th, or 5th grader interested in learning a second language with friends? Join us for the Spring Spanish Club at DES! 

Space is limited, so sign up today

Click on the flyer for more information. 

Lego Club

Lego Club is back by popular demand! There will be one session for kindergarten, 1st and 2nd graders and a separate session for 3rd, 4th, and 5th graders. 

If you want a chance for your child to join the club, check out the flyer for more information and select the appropriate link below to enter the lottery. 

Kindergarten - 2nd grade 

3rd grade - 5th grade   

Lego Club K-2
Lego Club 3-5
Martial Arts
Martial Arts Winter Session

The DES Martial Arts Club is back for a new session starting Feb. 4! 

Open to all grades, students will learn the basics of self-defense through TaeKwonDo,Jiu-Jitsu, and Bullyproof. At the end of the 5-week session, students will be invited to the ECMA studio for a white belt and pizza party. 

Register here to join us this session.

Chess Club Winter Session

Silver Knights Chess Academy will return for a new 2026 Chess Club at DES! Click on the flyer to learn more

If you are a parent who has completed a fingerprint-supported background check through AACPS (or is willing to!) and is able to volunteer weekly at the club, your child can receive a free registration. This opportunity is available for up to two parent volunteers. 

Reach out to Brooke for more information. Register here!

Winter 2026 Chess
Volunteering
Host a Table at International Night

We have three table slots left for International Night! Add your name hereand include the country/culture you’re sharing. There’s always room at our table — let’s help the event take flight! 

Reach out to Ange Beegle with any questions.

En español

¡Toma su pasaporte (imaginario) y únase a nuestro viaje global! Inscríbase para organizar una mesa cultural en nuestra Noche Internacional, el viernes 27 de febrero de 2026, y comparta un país o una cultura con comida, artesanías, música, decoraciones o cualquier cosa significativa para su familia.

Añada su nombre aquí e incluya el país o la cultura que compartirá. Siempre hay espacio en nuestra mesa. ¡Ayudemos a que el evento sea un éxito!

Si tiene alguna pregunta, póngase en contacto con Ange Beegle.

From the Community
DoArt Workshop
Collage Coasters or Boxes

January 25, 2026
Davidsonville Family Rec Center 
1–3:30 p.m.

Come to the next Muddy Creek Artists Guild DoART event and make a collage on either a small box or set of coasters. No prior art experience is necessary, and all ages are welcome. All supplies needed for the workshop are provided in the cost of your registration ($35). 

Don't delay! Register now. The DoART workshops are limited to 30 seats and sell out quickly.

DAA Lacrosse

Calling all girls ages K-5th! DAA girls lacrosse registration will be open through February 17 (with early bird pricing until January 24!) and we'd love to see you out on the lacrosse field this spring!! 

  • Pee Wee (3rd/4th), Middie (5th/6th) and Juniors (7th/8th) 

    • $170 early bird, $180 regular

  • Sticklettes (K-2nd) 

    • $150 early bird, $160 regular

  • If you plan to coach, please reach out to us at girlslax@daagators.org ahead of time to receive a discount code before registering.

  • Register here!

DAA Soccer
DAA Youth Development Soccer

Friday night soccer is back! Youth Development Soccer is only held on Friday nights in the Spring, which allows families to try something new without the multi-day commitment, as well as the flexibility to double sport. Join your entire community at DAA on Friday nights, everyone will be there! 

  • Registration is open. Save $25 when you register by January 31.
  • Season starts tentatively April 10, and tentatively, and runs for 8 weeks.
  • U4 and U5 will play Friday 5:15-6:15 p.m. (30m practice followed by a game).
  • U6 and U7 will play Friday 6:15-7:30 p.m. (30m practice followed by a game).
  • If you plan to coach, please reach out to youthdevelopment@daagators.org ahead of time to receive a discount code before registering.
Looking Ahead
Monday, January 19
No school
Tuesday, January 20
No school
Monday, January 26
2:30p Yoga Club
Monday, February 2
2:30p Yoga Club
Tuesday, February 3
7:00p PTO General Membership Meeting
Wednesday, February 4
2:30p Martial Arts Club
Thursday, February 5
2:30p Chess Club
4:30p Skate Night
Monday, February 9
2:30p Yoga Club
Tuesday, February 10
DES 2-hour early dismissal
Unity Day
Wednesday, February 11
2:30p Martial Arts Club
Thursday, February 12
2:30p Chess Club
Friday, February 13
Valentine's Day class parties
Monday, February 16
Presidents Day - No school
PTO Executive Board 2025-2026

President: Amy Forney
VP Communications:
Samantha Rhinehardt & Nicole Desrochers
VP Volunteer Coordinator: Brooke Zingler
VP Fundraising: Alison Moser
Secretary: Brenna Raines
Treasurer: Jill Rosato
Assistant Treasurer: 
Mary Boese

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