🎉 Fundraising: The Fuel Behind the Fun 🎉

Think of the PTA as the behind-the-scenes dream team—we’re the ones helping turn big ideas into awesome reality. Whether it’s a field trip or a confetti-filled celebration, we raise the funds that make the magic happen at SLE.

Here’s just a taste of what our fundraising supports:

🎭 Student Assemblies & Programs – Bringing excitement, inspiration, and applause to our stage.

🖍️ Teacher Reimbursements & Grants – Helping teachers turn creativity into classroom magic.

🚪 Doors with Dads – Special mornings where dads get to be the VIPs.

🖌️ Art Reflections Program – Encouraging student creativity through visual arts, music, writing, and more.
🎨 Experience Design Weeks – Hands-on, brain-on, curiosity-driven fun.

🎤 Grade-Level Performances – Where tiny performers shine big.

🌍 Multicultural Festival – Celebrating the incredible diversity of our community.
🎅 Breakfast with Santa – Pancakes + holiday cheer = perfection.
🎁 Dad’s Club Holiday Float – Our parade game is strong (and festive).

🎭 Theater Club – Supporting our budding actors as they take the spotlight.

🏎️ Dadwood Derby – Speed, sawdust, and some seriously cool cars.
🌸 Spring Fling – Games, music, laughter, and a whole lot of fun.
🏃 Field Day – Where friendly competition meets sunshine and school spirit.
🚌 Field Trip Buses – Because learning outside the classroom is next-level.

🎓 SLE Alumni Scholarships – Supporting our grads as they reach for the stars.
🍪 Sweet Treats, Gifts & Lunches for Staff – Because our teachers and staff deserve ALL the love.

💧 Capital Purchases – Like water bottle filling stations and book vending machines that turn everyday moments into something special.

💡 How Do We Do It?

Simple: it takes a village of awesome parents, teachers, and local supporters like you! Here’s how you can pitch in:

👫 Join the PTA – Membership = impact (plus, we’re pretty fun).
🍕 Dine Out on Spirit Nights – Eating tacos for a cause? Yes, please.

👕 Purchase Spirit Wear – Show your SLE pride in style!
🛒 Visit the Five and Dime Student Store – Budget-friendly fun for students, managed by the PTA.

🏃 Donate during the Fun Run – Turning laps into laughs and funding.
🛍️ Shop the Student Holiday Shop – A kid-sized shopping experience for big-hearted giving.
🎯 Bid at the Silent Auction – Snag cool stuff while supporting an even cooler cause.
🪙 Join the Penny Wars – Coins, competition, and classroom bragging rights!

🎁 Donate Needed Items – From snacks to supplies—we'll put them to great use.

🤝 Become a Sponsor – Local businesses and generous individuals can make a BIG difference. Visibility + impact = win-win!

Thanks for being a part of what makes SLE such an incredible place to learn, grow, and build lifelong memories. Let’s keep the momentum going—together! 🌠🌠🌠