If you missed the PTA Information Night meeting this week, not to worry, this newsletter is here to inform you of all-things-PTA! 

Who is the PTA and where do the funds go?

The PTA’s goal is to build community, raise money and enrich our student’s experience at Roosevelt.  The PTA Board is comprised of parent volunteers who love to give back to our school community. We are still seeking the following board members: Assistant Treasurer – some accounting experience preferred. Vice President – assist the president and volunteer as next president. VP of IT – help with technical issues, maintain website, update technology for PTA finance and communications. If you would like to get involved, email us here.

The bulk of the PTA’s funding comes from our Annual Enrichment Fund and the spring Jog-a-thon fundraiser. Money raised funds school improvement projects, special events, and enrichment programs like garden and field trips. Check out the graph here to see the breakdown.

How are we doing so far?

We are happy to announce that we are off to a good start this year! We’ve raised 18% of our annual goal. Thank you to everyone that has donated to the Roosevelt Enrichment Fund. There’s still plenty of time to contribute a “100% Pledge” of $350 per child or $500 per family. Donate here. Your company may offer a corporate match program for charitable contributions – go to this page for more information. 

How can you get involved?

We are always seeking new parents to get involved. Parent volunteers can help as little or as much as they are able. This year, we are seeking help in the garden, with our website, and with events and fundraising. Visit our volunteer sign-up to find all the opportunities and reach out to us if you have any questions – we’d love to have you join us! Note that the PTA reimburses for fingerprinting required for classroom and field trip volunteers. You can also join the PTA  and become a voting member! The cost is $5 per member for an annual membership that needs to be renewed each school year.

Attending PTA meetings is another way to stay in touch. PTA meetings happen monthly on the last Tuesday of the month at 6pm, and occur simultaneously in person and virtually. Our inclusive community welcomes everyone and at each meeting we offer translation. We hope to see you at the September 24 meeting (virtual meeting link). 

Room Parents needed

Looking for a way to support your teacher this year? Consider becoming a Room Parent. We still need room parents in many classes. If interested, please reach out to Elizabeth Feig (elirahan@gmail.com), Room Parent Coordinator, to volunteer or ask questions. 

What’s coming up?

Family Dinner Dance – Friday, September 6, 6-8pm
Roosevelt students, family and staff will enjoy pasta dinner, a photo corner and DJ dancing.  This is a great way to welcome everyone back for another great year. Tickets are only $5 a person or $20 for a family! Pay in advance via @RooseveltPTARaccoons on Paypal or at the door. Sign up here to volunteer to set-up, serve food, or clean up – anything you can do, we appreciate. 

Restaurant fundraisers – A percentage of all sales goes to the Roosevelt PTA!
Corner Yogurt: Friday September 13, 1501 Woodside Rd, Redwood City
Mountain Mikes Pizza, Wednesday October 16th, 3121 Jefferson Ave, Redwood City

Key dates in September and October

9/2 Labor Day – no school
9/6 Family Dinner Dance, 6-8pm
9/13 Corner Yogurt restaurant fundraiser
9/24 PTA meeting, 6pm in person and virtual
9/30 No school
10/16 Mountain Mikes Pizza restaurant fundraiser
10/22 PTA meeting, 6pm
10/25 Spooktacular Bingo Halloween Party