Shining Star Fundraiser
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The Shining Star Fundraiser is our PTA’s most important fundraiser of the year! We are excited about the programs and events planned for the 2021-2022 school year. Your donations will allow those programs and events to happen. You give. PTA plans. Students Shine!
Why does WES PTA fundraise? As a member of the National PTA, Washington Elementary PTA’s mission is to make every student’s potential a reality by engaging and empowering families and communities to advocate for all children. WES PTA has translated this mission into four core themes:
WES PTA creates programs and events based in these four core themes. These programs and events can only be accomplished through dedicated volunteers and fundraising. |
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What does my donation pay for?
Teacher Empowerment & Support
Our PTA believes that students shine when teachers shine. We strive to empower teachers to make independent and creative choices for their students and classrooms. The WES PTA has two programs specifically designed for teachers, Teacher Start-Up Funds and Teacher Grants. Teacher Start-Up Funds are provided to each WES teachers at the beginning of the school year to make purchases that will enrich their classroom. Teacher Grants allow teachers to apply for funds for innovative teaching resources or training development.
Building the WES Community
Our PTA wants all parents to feel welcome and comfortable at Washington Elementary. When parents, teachers, staff and students work together, great things can happen. The PTA’s Communication Program keeps communication lines open with parents through newsletters, Facebook, the PTA website (wizardpta.org), and PTA meetings. Families can stay connected through the PTA Directory on MemberHub. Evening events are a big part of community building. Last year, there were five PTA sponsored evening events, Fall Family Picnic, Arts & Letters Night, Math & Science Night, Cultural Celebration Night and Spring Celebration. These events brought together WES families, teachers and staff for fun and learning.
Enriching Student Experiences
Our PTA supports activities that enhance our students’ school experience and spur their interest in learning. These include Spelling Bee, Science Fair, Reflections Art Competition and Reading Incentive Programs. We also support the 5th Grade Play and Field Day. The PTA understands the importance of technology in the student experience and has worked up support technology updates.
Advocacy & Outreach
Our PTA serves to educate parents and students about issues impacting our school community. We strive to stay abreast of legislative issues that impact our students’ education and school experience. The PTA is active in attending WCPSS Board Advisory Committee meetings for District 5. Our PTA leadership team receives annual training to stay informed about issues affecting Wake County schools. We also support PBIS (Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports) trait development through outreach initiatives such as the coat drive for kindness and food drive for cooperation.
The majority of PTA spending occurs during the school day. Daytime programs and events accounted for 94% of funds raised. PTA’s evening events accounted for only 6% of PTA’s funds.
Why is Shining Star Fundraiser so important?
Shining Star Fundraiser is the primary fundraiser for WES PTA. This fundraiser allows WES students to see the impact of 100% of your donation because donations are made directly to PTA. WES PTA chose a direct donation fundraiser because of its benefits over fundraisers that yield a low return or require students to sell products.
Donations and matching employer donations accounted for approximately 80% of PTA’s funds in recent years. All other forms of PTA fundraising (i.e. Wizard Wear, Scholastic book fair, passive fundraising, grants) accounted for 20%. The 2021-22 Shining Star Fundraiser will run for 5 weeks from September 13th to October 22rd. The goal is $20,000 in donations and $2,000 in employer matching donations.
Who can donate?
Anyone! Our students have many people rooting for them and who want to make a difference in their school experience. Please share donation information with family and friends. Donations can come from parents, grandparents, family members, friends and even students themselves!
How can I donate?
Donations can be made by credit card online, by mailed check, or by in-person delivery of cash or check. Instructions for each method can be found below.
#1: Go to this form to enter your donation pledge amount and information for a tax receipt: https://forms.gle/DtTGENb2sqN1mEc97
#2: Choose one of the next steps to complete your donation.
- Donation Online by Credit Card: make your payment at https://washingtongt.new.memberhub.store/store. Additional credit card processing fees may apply.
- Donation by Mailed Check: Mail a check, payable to Washington Elementary PTA, to Washington Elementary School PTA, Attn: Shining Star Fundraiser, 1000 Fayetteville St, Raleigh, NC 27601. Please either include the donation form with your check or complete the online donation form here: https://forms.gle/DtTGENb2sqN1mEc97.
- Cash or check drop off: Send your cash or check with your child to school.
The PTA will recognize every donor (if desired) by adding a star to the Shining Star Wall of Fame at Washington Elementary. The wall will be a visual representation for our students about the importance of each donation and how each donation is part of a larger community effort.
To learn more about the Shining Star Fundraiser email Lindsay McCall at lindsaywmccall@gmail.com
View the 2021-22 Donation Forms and Information Letters
2021-22 Shining Star Information Sheet
2021-22 Shining Star Information Sheet (Español)
2021-22 Shining Star Donation Pledge Form
2021-22 Shining Star Donation Pledge Form (Español)
2021-22 Shining Star Online Donation Form
2021-22 Shining Star Paper Donation Form
2021-22 Shining Star Paper Donation Form (Espanol)
2021-22 Shining Star Information Sheet
2021-22 Shining Star Information Sheet (Español)
2021-22 Shining Star Donation Pledge Form
2021-22 Shining Star Donation Pledge Form (Español)
2021-22 Shining Star Online Donation Form
2021-22 Shining Star Paper Donation Form
2021-22 Shining Star Paper Donation Form (Espanol)