The Sandwich Elementary PTA proudly introduced the Book Nook, a book-vending machine funded entirely through Scholastic Rewards. Designed to boost literacy, celebrate student success, and increase access to high-quality books, the Book Nook brings a fun, motivating reading experience to Oak Ridge.

The Sandwich Elementary PTA Fun Run has brought a full month of excitement to Forestdale and Oak Ridge! From costumes and popsicle picnics to kickball and extra recess, students have been celebrating their fundraising success. We’re so close to reaching our $90,000 goal to support enrichment programs for nearly 1,200 students — help us cross the finish line! The PTA plans to keep the fun going!

The sweetest holiday tradition is back! The Sugar Plum Fairy Shopping Event gives kids the chance to shop all on their own for the special people in their lives — while parents relax with coffee and local shopping of their own. It’s festive, fun, and full of heart.

Get ready, Sandwich! 🎉 The Sandwich Elementary Fun Run is back this October—happening on October 24 at Forestdale and October 31 at Oak Ridge. Students will run, walk, and cheer their way through our biggest fundraiser of the year, raising money for field trips, specialty supplies, and school-wide experiences. Don’t miss all the details on how to register for free, grab a Fun Run t-shirt, and support the Forestdale Fun Run and Oak Ridge Fun Run today!

Your time—whether it’s one hour or one evening—makes a huge difference. These events simply wouldn’t happen without our amazing volunteers.

Thanks to Elevated Impressions, colorful balloon displays greeted students at the entrances of both Forestdale and Oak Ridge.

he Sandwich Elementary PTA is excited to share a little upgrade for our amazing teachers! This summer, we donated brand-new refrigerators to the teacher lounges!

Support 1,200 students—sponsor the 2025 Sandwich Elementary PTA Fun Run today!

If you’re able and would like to participate, your generosity will surely fill your teacher’s heart (and classroom!) with smiles.

Start the school year with smiles, sprinkles, and new friends! 🍦 Join the Sandwich Elementary PTA on Tuesday, August 26th for our Kindergarten Meetup at the Forestdale K–2 Playground. Incoming kindergarteners can play, meet classmates, and enjoy free ice cream while parents connect and chat. A sweet way to kick off the school year!

We’re getting a head start on gathering budget-friendly back-to-school supply tips to help families save time, money, and a few last-minute headaches.

PreK students at Forestdale had an exciting visit from the New England Coastal Wildlife Alliance, who brought a life-sized inflatable whale right into our multipurpose room!

Our 1st graders had an unforgettable day exploring Coonamessett Farm

Forestdale Kindergarteners had a wild and wonderful adventure on their recent field trip to the Buttonwood Park Zoo.

A special wheelchair attachment that helps students navigate gravel and uneven ground with ease was funded by the PTA earlier this year, just in time for Field Day!

The Sandwich Elementary PTA is looking for new leaders to join our Executive Board for the 2025–2026 school year! Open roles include Co-President, Treasurer, Committee Chairs, and more. Whether you're a planner, communicator, or community-builder, there's a place for you to make a difference. Check out the position details and see how you can help shape an amazing year ahead!

Led by dedicated teacher and PTA member Joanne Saunders, this initiative has officially launched phase one, with a curated collection of books now available for school staff to enjoy and make use of.

In School Shopping May 1st and 2nd. Family Shopping Night and Ice Cream Social May 2nd 5pm - 7pm.

Third and fourth grade students at Oak Ridge were treated to a live performance by the talented wind quintet, Vento Chiaro earlier this school year.

We’re grateful to Bart and his talented ensemble for continuing to inspire our students, and to the PTA members and volunteers for making programs like this possible!

Calling all volunteers! Hey dads.... we haven't seen much of you this year. We know everyone's busy, but even an hour or two makes a big difference.

Calling all Kindergarten through 2nd grade green thumbs! The next session of Gardening Club kicks off on Wednesday, April 30th at 2:30 PM...

Kicking off the PTA Basket Raffle - all you need to know to participate at any level.

Our 5th graders had a blast at the New Bedford Whaling Museum . We are so happy to be able to fund field trips like this!

The PTA purchased supplies for the third graders to make “bristle bots” as part of their circuits and coding lessons. Here are some...

The Oak Ridge Spring Book Fair is coming up. Do you know Book Fairs directly benefit the school... here's how.

2nd graders had an unforgettable field trip, many experiencing live performance for the first time—truly magical!

6th graders use Pixton to create comics on safe cyberbullying responses—thanks to the PTA for making this interactive project possible!

Gavin enjoyed his well-earned prize! Outstanding fundraising effort Gavin, Your hard work is making a difference for all our students.

Each year, the Sandwich Elementary PTA proudly funds the annual 3rd-grade trip to Plimoth Patuxet, giving students a hands-on experience tha

Click this link to enroll your student in the Gardening Club. Students are accepted on a first-come, first-served basis. Several days...

The PTA granted the Forestdale Health Teacher, Julie Crosby, with funds for the REACH award charms.

Having completed 2 bookfairs, we wish to express our gratitude to all the volunteers and highlight the advantages of bookfairs with you!

Calling all procrastinators! Now's your chance to do good and snag a deal! Buy your Christmas/Holiday cards at Minted.com Use our...

Overview: The Forestdale Multipurpose Room was transformed into a shopping experience these children won't forget! Key Points:  Gifts...

Cheenulka Pocknett of the Wampanoag tribe came to Forestdale on November 13th. This school wide assemby was funded by the PTA. Songs,...

We had a great meeting in November and wanted to share the grant requests with those that could not attend. Here is what we talked about...

Overview:  This was our biggest fundraiser of the year and somehow we had 2 sunny days and raised almost exactly what we raised last...

K-2nd grade students have been enjoying learning about all the different aspects of gardening with our volunteer leader Cynthia Rotondi. ...

We had so much fun celebrating the Halloween season with the families of Forestdale and Oak Ridge! With DJ Ooch, The NHS managing the...

It takes members, volunteers, fundraising efforts, time, energy and care to bring initiatives like the pencil cases and headphone...