On Tuesday, April 29, our speaker series continues with veteran sex educator Deborah Roffman, who last visited Somerset in 2017. Roffman’s books include The Science of Babies (a read-aloud for ages 3.5 and up) and Talk to Me First, a guide for parents. Roffman will discuss why it’s best for kids (and less awkward for parents) when they learn about sex and biology in gradual, developmentally-appropriate stages rather than in a single information dump in late elementary school. She’ll also explain how age-inappropriate online content makes communication about these topics more urgent than ever. Her talk includes concrete strategies for how parents can get started.

“Decades of studies show that children who are raised in families that are open to answering kids’ questions about sexuality from an early age grow up healthier in any number of ways,” Roffman says. “Perhaps the most important way they’re healthier is that they tend to postpone risk-taking longer, until they are developmentally more prepared, with better communication skills and a greater understanding of themselves and others.”

Join us for Game Night in the APR

We are excited to announce that we’ll be hosting a Family Game Nightthis week! Come join us this Friday for an evening of fun, laughter, and friendly competition. Bring your favorite board game or try something new! It’s a great opportunity to catch up with old friends and maybe even make some new ones.

Here are the details:

When:  This Friday, April 4th, 5:30pm-7pm (pizza will be served at 6pm)

Where: Somerset Elementary, Rm 9 & 17

What: The PTA has purchased a variety of board and card games for families to enjoy. The more families, the more fun the game night will be!
Feel free to bring a family favorite game to share

Skate Night at Cabin John ice rink

    10610 Westlake Dr, Rockville, MD 20852

    RSVP required: https://forms.gle/kua93LFbwFJmPpti6 

PTA will cover fees for all Somerset students and 1 adult, additional tickets available at a discounted rate.

You are Invited!

Friday, Feb 21, 6:00-8:00pm, APR (All Purpose Room)

Admission: an unexpired, non-perishable food donation to benefit the Somerset Pantry

Dancing, DJ, Pizza = Party! All students and families welcome!

Come join us for Somerset Elementary's favorite dance party!

RSVP HERE by Monday, February 17.

Due to space limitations we will have to cap attendance at 265 attendees - so make sure you RSVP early to reserve a spot!

Parents: We need a few extra volunteers that evening! Help get the APR party ready, welcome attendees, pass out pizza to hungry dancers and more!

Volunteers sign up HERE. Questions? Jackie Sandler and Victoria Levitas

PTA General Membership Meeting: all are invited (meeting to include votes on by-laws updates for paid members)

Somerset families are invited to participate in a special community service project. If you and your family are interested in joining, please sign up on this LINK. We will share more details about the location and hours as they are confirmed in the coming weeks.