5th Grade 2025-2026
Can you believe our kiddos are 5th graders and that this is their last year in elementary school? The Spreckels 5th Grade Committee is excited to make this a fun and memorable year for the entire class.
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Stay up to date with all the fun things we have planned for this year. Contact 5thgrade@spreckelspta.org to find out how you can help!
5th Grade Class Committee
The following parents have stepped up to help make this year amazing for our 5th graders. Can you help fill one of the open committee positions? Email 5thgrade@spreckelspta.org to get more information.
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5th Grade Chair – Jennifer Gertz
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Yearbook Coordinator – Kaitlin Nadal
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Baby Pictures Coordinator – Brittany Preston & Nikki DeWinter
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Fundraising Events Coordinator – [Open]
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5th Grade T-shirts Coordinator – Jeff Irelan
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5th Grade Panoramic Photo Coordinator – Brittany Preston & Nikki DeWinter
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5th Grade Fun Day Coordinator – Melissa Wheeler
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Yearbook Signing Party Coordinator – Ashley Glauber
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Promotion Day Coordinator – [Open]
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End of Year Gifts Coordinator – Lisa Gilbert
5th Grade Fund
We’re excited to kick off a memorable final year for the Spreckels Elementary Class of 2026! To make this year extra special, we are asking for a suggested donation of $99 per student to help cover the costs of:
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Fun Day
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Yearbook
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T-shirt
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Promotion Day ceremony
Every student will be able to participate in these activities, regardless of donation. If you’re in a position to give a little extra to help sponsor another student, your generosity is greatly appreciated.
Prefer to give a different amount? No problem—every donation counts.
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If you would like to donate in person, you can make a check payable to “Spreckels PTA” — write “5th grade fund” in the memo and drop it in the PTA box at the front office.
Can’t contribute financially right now? No problem! We’d love your help at one of our upcoming fundraising events—your time and energy are just as valuable.
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Thank you for making this year extra special for our amazing 5th graders!
Guilt-Free Donation
In the comment box, include your mailing address for tax reporting purposes.
Frequency
One time
Monthly
Amount
$99
Other
0/100
Comment (optional)
Important Dates
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Picture Day – October 7
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Fall Fest Fundraiser – October 24
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Yearbook Photos, Baby Photos, and Dedications Due – December 19
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Biz Town Field Trip – October 27
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5th Grade Panoramic Photo – March 4
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Fun Day – May 21
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Yearbook Signing Party – May 26
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Promotion Ceremony – May 28
Yearbook Checklist
Please complete the following steps to ensure your student is featured in the yearbook! Steps 1-3 are free, and Step 4 is an optional donation that helps pay for the yearbook for everyone (and allows you to create a special shoutout for your 5th grader!).
Please complete all steps by December 19, 2025.
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Step 1: Complete Photo Release
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Fill out the photo release form that comes from the San Diego Unified School District Universal Form and send it back to school with your student. Your student will not be in the yearbook if we do not have this form on file.​​​
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Step 2: Upload Baby Photo (instructions to come)
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Upload a baby photo of your student for the yearbook and end-of-year poster (we want a baby picture of every student, so don't skip this one!). Upload the photo to Pictavo.
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Step 3: Upload Yearbook Photos (instructions to come)
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​Upload up to 25 photos of your student throughout the years to Pictavo. Pictures can include all grades, field trips, and special events at school. Pictures with multiple students are encouraged. Make sure to include at least one photo of your student so they are included in the yearbook!
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(Optional) Step 4: Create a 5th Grade Dedication (instructions to come)
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​Purchase a 5th Grade Dedication and create your own personalized message for your 5th grader with your own chosen pictures. You can purchase more than one dedication and include your 5th graders’ friends as well. Order your shoutout before ​​November 21 to take advantage of Early Bird Pricing:
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​1/8 page dedication: $20​
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1/4 page dedication: $45
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1/2 page dedication: $70
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Full page dedication: $125
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All items are due December 19!