Emerson News 10-13-25
- EJH PTA
- Oct 13
- 4 min read
Quick Hits: Scroll for Details
Easy ways to give - Donate, Nugget Scrip, RaiseRight Gift Cards, PE Donations, Farm Fresh to You
Oct 20 - PTA Meeting 6 PM in the Library or Online - Agenda & Sept. Minutes Attached
Nov 5 - Panda Express Dine-Out Fundraiser - Mark your Calendar
Community - iHouse and Davis Parent University opportunities
Moments that Matter
☕ A huge thank you to Peet’s Coffee for fueling our September all-staff meeting with freshly brewed goodness! Your support keeps our teachers and staff energized and appreciated.
Fall Fundraising Focus - So many ways to give back!
Donations Make a Difference! Support the Emerson Jr. High PTA to provide enriching activities, better resources, and a thriving learning environment. Every gift counts toward a brighter future. We are asking each family to donate $150 to help us reach our $10,000 goal - Donate today!
Donation Matching - Did you know many employers will match their employees’ charitable donations? Ask your workplace if they offer a gift-matching program—it’s an easy way to double your impact!
UC Davis employees can give through Benevity, the platform used for their workplace giving program. Just follow the link and search for Benevity to get started.
Shop & Support Emerson with the Nugget Scrip Card!
Pick up a free Scrip Card from Emerson Office or your local Nugget Market and register it online at scrip.nuggetmarket.com Choose Emerson Junior High School as your beneficiary, then show your card each time you shop. Nugget Markets will donate 1-4% of your purchases to Emerson!
Give Back to Emerson with RaiseRight!
Shop or travel using RaiseRight and a percentage of your purchases goes directly to Emerson—at no extra cost to you. With the holiday season approaching, buy gift cards for everyday shopping, dining, or holiday gifts, then use those cards to shop online through RaiseRight to earn even more back (“double dipping” for Emerson!).
With hundreds of participating retailers, it’s an easy way to give while you shop. Get started at RaiseRight.com click Sign Up → Join a Program and enter code DVYK9XNQPDVM.
PE Donations
The PE department has an Amazon wish list for donations, and we’ve also made it easy to contribute toward some of their bigger-ticket items. Every donation—big or small—helps Emerson and DaVinci students stay active and have the gear they need. Check it out and see what you can give!
Farm Fresh to You
Enjoy fresh, organic produce delivered right to your door while supporting Emerson! When you sign up, you’ll save 5% on every delivery, and Emerson earns 10% back from each order. It’s an easy, healthy way to give back to our school.
Sign up at farmfreshtoyou.com and use promo code EJHEAGLES to get started!
SWAG store Shop Emerson designs at the SWAG store and find your style of School Spirit! Lots of graphics, garment and size options to choose from. A % of the sale comes back to the PTA.
Current Promotion: 30% off all Ralph Waldo Emerson hoodies and quarter zips! Use code FALL30 at checkout!! Shop Now!
October 20th PTA Meeting
The PTA will meet in the Library on Monday, October 20 at 6:00 PM. Can’t make it in person? Check your email for the Microsoft Teams Link!
The Agenda and September Meeting Minutes are linked—take a quick look before the meeting so we can breeze through approvals and voting. Thanks!
🥡 No pots, no pans, just Panda!
Mark your Calendar – Wednesday, November 5, 9:00 AM –10:30 PM
Skip the cooking and support Emerson PTA! Join us at Panda Express (Covell Blvd) on Wednesday, November 5 - LUNCH OR DINNER - and 20% of sales will go directly to our school.
Order in store with the flyer or order in advance online with code 3844535.
Community Corner
Announcement from International House Davis
The International Parent Community (IPC) is a free, volunteer-led group that connects international and local parents, helping them share experiences and navigate the U.S. school system. IPC meets on the 1st and 3rd Fridays of each month at I-House from 10:15–11:45 AM.
IPC also offers weekly conversation and cultural groups, including language practice (French, Spanish, English, Turkish) and music and dance classes (Latin Dance, Persian Drum, Turkish Folk Dancing). The first week is free to try, and membership options (monthly, quarterly, yearly) provide access to all groups, lounge space for casual meetups, and new lunch socials twice a month. Additionally, the English Practice Program pairs learners with native-speaking volunteers for flexible, one-on-one support.
For more information, email IPC@ihousedavis.org and see the following fliers:
Announcement from Davis Parent University
Davis Parent University is pleased to announce our fall speaker, bestselling author Tovah P. Klein, PhD. Thirty lucky audience members will receive a free copy of her latest book, Raising Resilience!
The event will be held at Brunelle Hall on October 27, 2025, from 7:00–9:30 PM. Admission is free, but seating is limited. Please register in advance to reserve your ticket at davisparentuniversity.com and see the attached flyer.
