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Fundraising

Readathon

The readathon helps our school achieve its goal of getting all kids to love reading. It’s a fun challenge for the kids and also helps raise money for our school without asking anyone to buy anything. Usually lasts for a whole month.

Auction

Usually held in the spring, our annual auction takes place at a school community event designed to foster a sense of community and provide an enjoyable experience for all participants!

Boosterthon Fun Run

In recent years, this event has truly become our largest fundraising event. It is a program that combines fitness and character education! Over a period of a week or so, kids and families come together to gather donations, with the grand finale being a joyful and energetic fun run.

Box Tops, Fred Meyer, Ralph’s or Bayview Thriftway Rewards

Proceeds from purchases made at select grocery stores in Olympia give a percentage back to our school.

Special Events

When you purchase a ticket for the theater performance, participate in after-school programming, family nights, and Book Fair, you’re also playing a vital role in supporting PTSO and our school.

Parent’s Night Out

Believe it or not, by bringing your kids to the school for a night out, you are making a meaningful contribution to our fundraising efforts! We usually organize 2-3 of these nights every year. Even better if you sign up to volunteer to help at a night!

Restaurant Fundraisers

We coordinate with local food establishments in Olympia for a special night, and a percentage of the proceeds goes back to our school organization. When you dine out during our event night, you’re making a difference by supporting our school!

Spirit Wear

When you choose to purchase spirit wear items, you are truly making a financial contribution to our school community.

School Support

Daffodil Planting

This is annual fall school-wide event allows our students to plant hundreds of daffodils along the Ralph Munro Trail around our school.

After-School Activities

We work closely with dedicated volunteers and community members to ensure our students have access to enriching opportunities after school. Each year, we offer a diverse range of activities with the aim of providing something for everyone.

Theater

Every year, we contract with a local production company to create an amazing opportunity for our students to showcase a performance. It’s an incredibly enjoyable experience for those who choose to take part, and it gives the kids a wonderful chance to perform for our community. This takes many volunteers to make it happen, we hope you will be one of them.

Field Day

This is an end of the year activity that is hosted by our PE specialist. We volunteer and have lots of fun playing outdoor games! You can help by volunteering!

Assemblies

We offer funds and/or volunteers to school for student assemblies during the year.

Classroom and School Support

Each teacher is provided with financial support for classroom necessities, which can be utilized according to their individual needs. Additionally, we provide funding for testing support and incentives that can be utilized at the school’s discretion.

Field Trips

The PTSO provides funding for field trips across all grade levels, ensuring that every student has the opportunity to participate in enriching experiences outside the classroom.

Library, PE, Art and Music Support

Our dedicated teachers receive funds from PTSO to ensure they have the support they need for their programs.

Olympia Junior Programs

OJP is a volunteer organization in Olympia that offers opportunities for our students to attend plays at the Washington Center for the Performing Arts. You can help as we always need adult chaperones! Check here for more details.

Staff Appreciation

We happily budget and fund various staff appreciation gestures throughout the school year.

Book Fairs

We get together volunteers to lend a hand at Book Fairs in our school, making sure everything runs super smoothly.

Scholarships

Many of our after-school activities come with a fee, but don’t worry! We don’t want any kids to miss out on all the cool stuff, so we have a scholarship fund to help out those who need it.

One School, One Book

A literacy program that gives all students the same book. It’s all about bringing the community together and getting everyone to read the book as a whole school.

Social Programs

5th grade Celebration

In the spring, a committee of 5th grade parents & 5th grade teachers put together a celebration for students moving up to the middle school.

Yearbooks

Every year, we come together to capture school events, field trips, classroom happenings, and more! We can’t do this without your help, and we truly appreciate all the pictures we receive from our community.

Back to School Night

An annual exciting event that gives families a chance to come to school and meet their teacher.

Java Jitters

An event that always happens on the first day of school! After dropping off your kids, come hang out with us, enjoy some hot drinks and pastries, and meet the parents of your kids’ future friends.

Family Movie Nights

Hosted throughout the year, families have a wonderful opportunity to enjoy some popcorn while watching a movie at the school.

Family Fun Nights

These events are hosted throughout the school year with the aim of bringing our community together for a night of fun!

Earth Day Event

For the past three years, we have been working closely with Westside Co-op Preschool to organize a collaborative event. This special occasion typically occurs in the spring and features a diverse range of activities related to Earth Day.

Playground Meet-ups

We hold weekend meet-ups at the school playground, providing parents with the opportunity to get to know their children’s friends and their parents.

Trail & Garden

We are proud to have several garden beds at our school, each one lovingly tended to by dedicated teachers and volunteers. Additionally, we are committed to the upkeep of the Ralph Munro Trail around McLane, which demands a lot of effort and the support of many kind-hearted individuals. We invite you to visit our page and discover the numerous ways you can contribute to these meaningful endeavors.