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So, when we say, “Event proceeds benefit the PFA”
what exactly does that mean?
It’s a great question and we
think you might be surprised
by the answer. The PFA is not
just about volunteering at
family nights and stocking
teacher bathrooms (although
these are all essential parts of
our group.) The PFA either
completely or partially funds a
lot of programs at the school
that benefit your child and
these programs can cost a
lot of money.
This newsletter’s big story is
going to highlight exactly
where YOUR money goes
when you buy a Casa Gear
item or bring in
TerraCycle items. Since
the 2013-2014 school year
is still pretty new, we’re
going to use our fiscal year
numbers from 2012-2013 to
paint a complete picture of our
financial distribution.
Please
“turn the page” to see where
exactly your money goes...
Where Does Your Money Go?
NOVEMBER 2013
http://www.cemcs.org/pfa/[email protected]
“The child is both a hope and a promise for mankind.”
~Maria Montessori
In This IssueWhere Does Your Money Go?TerraCycle*NEW* My Coke RewardsThank You!
Upcoming Events 2 0 1 3 - 1 4 P F A O f fi c e r s & Committee Chairs
2012-2013 PFA Income & Expenses
Terracycle
$484.32
Target
$871.73
Food Lion
$35.09
Boxtops
$1,127.80
Scrip
$2,401.29
Yearbook
$1,760.00
Pictures
$3,233.48
Casa Gear
$1,319.00
Media Center
$5,729.99
Touch Tank
$503.15
Movement Classes
$2,775.00
Staff Appreciation
$548.75
PFA Operational*
$519.40
Faculty Grants
$5,000.00
PFA Special Events
$1,273.95
SilentAuction
$2,909.70
Harris Teeter
$488.87
Family Restaurant
Nights
$2,777.34
Square 1Art
$1,622.87
FrenchToast
$121.79
Expenses
Income
*PFA Operational includes yearly tax preparation, checking account fees, supplies (paper, envelopes, stamps printer ink, copies, and software)**Casa Gear expenses are high due to the large amount of inventory purchased. These costs will continue to be realized as gear is sold.
Casa Gear**
$3,386.18
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So, does the PFA cover more than you might have thought? Some of our biggest expenses are Movement Classes (PE classes this year), Faculty Grants (teacher requests), and the Media Center. If you didn’t already realize it, YOU, a current member of the PFA, make a huge difference in what this school has to offer our children.
As far as the numbers are concerned, a common question we get is why a single event or income source (like Boxtops) can’t fund something specific (like Staff Appreciation).
As you can see in the infographic, there’s really no single income source that could fund one specific program. Also, all income sources are estimated costs. When we figure up estimated income in May before the upcoming fiscal year, we have no way to know exactly how much we’ll earn on any certain program.
Expenses are usually much easier to predict, but can also be variable.
Just like you and I do at home, the PFA takes all of its income sources and distributes them as needed. You have to balance things like that, since a lot of our income is received at different times throughout the year, just as expenses are paid at different times throughout the year.
If you have questions about any of this data, you are always welcome to email the PFA at [email protected] OR we would love to have you attend one of our monthly meetings at Panera Bread (meeting dates are posted on the school calendar, on the PFA website, and on Facebook.)
Want to THANK your teachers this November? Think SCRIP!
What is Scrip? It is a fundraising program for the school.
How does it work? You purchase a gift card for the face value of the card, and that’s it!!
How does the school raise money from the scrip program? We purchase the cards from Scrip for a discounted rate. Each retailer offers a different percentage. You can find that information on the Scrip website.
Please send in your order form and cash/check to the front office (make sure to include your name, email address, and phone number.) Orders can be picked up in the front office by the Monday after the order was turned in, unless otherwise arranged.
Please DO NOT put order forms/money in the Friday Folders to return to the school. They tend to get lost! Thank you!!!
Cards are always available in the front office for purchase.
In Summary...
What is TerraCycle??TerraCycle is one of the PFA’s ongoing fundraisers. Eliminate waste
by recycling materials you couldn’t previously recycle. Invite neighbors and others you know to collect items too! Just bring the TerraCycle items to school at your convenience (the TerraCycle bins are located in the Lowlands section of the school.)
The following is a brief overview of acceptable items- please see a pictorial flyer with an itemized list HERE.
RECYCLE ME!
Writing Instruments (pens, markers, highlighters, pencils)
Personal Care (lotion tubes, makeup containers, soap dispensers, chapstick tubes)
Drink Pouches (NO drink boxes please!)
Elmer’s Glue Sticks, Bottles, etc (Only Elmer’s Brand, please!)
Chip Bags (ANY brand- individual or family-sized)
GoGo squeeZ/Applesauce/Healthy Snacks squeeze pouches (ANY brand)
Inkjet Cartridges (ANY brand!)
Scotch Tape (ANY brand/size dispensers and cores)
Solo Cups (ANY brand/size polystyrene #6 plastic cup)
Oral Care (ANY brand toothbrush, toothpaste, plastic from packaging, etc.)
Dairy Tub (ANY brand dairy containers or lids)
PLEASE make sure to rinse/clean all items!
No Shoes, Please!We are no longer accepting
shoes for TerraCycle
Drink COKE Products & Earn Money for Casa!Our school has joined the My Coke Rewards for Schools program. So, by drinking the Coca-Cola products your family already enjoys, you can get My Coke Rewards points and donate them to help our school. Your donations will go towards rewards like sports equipment and art supplies that will help our students learn, play and have fun.It’s easy to donate: 1. Purchase your favorite Coca-Cola products to get codes (they’re on hundreds of different packages, in a variety of sizes and flavors). 2. Go to mycokerewards.com/school & sign in (register if you aren’t a member). 3. Enter your codes to collect points – then search for our school to donate points. 4. Enter the amount of points you’d like to give, then click “Donate”.
For more information and to start turning My Coke Rewards points into rewards for our school go to mycokerewards.com/school
These parents have been extra awesome the past few months. A huge thank you for all you do!
Elena Morgan, Robyn and Silya Bennai, Elizabeth Kasbohm, and Michel Miller for helping with
Square1 Art projects.
Shawnta Askins for helping to sort and organize uniforms for
the uniform swap and for volunteering to help with
TerraCycle.
Dionne Moragne and April Hansley for working with
Strawbridge Studios on picture day.
Middle Graders,
frogs and
mustaches, OH MY!
2013-14 PFA Officers
President Melissa Elliott
President Michael Harris
Vice President Jenny Goguen
Treasurer Karen Engel
Secretary Miya Fleming
2013-14 PFA Committees
Book FairCrystal Johnson, Lauren Ingall, & Michel Miller
Staff AppreciationBeth Boldt, Beth Plumeri, & Amy Clark
Family NightsRobyn Bennai
YearbookKathy Owens & Elena Morgan
Box Tops & LabelsCaryn Summers
TerraCycleMiya Fleming & Amy Clark
Square 1 ArtMiya Fleming & Amy Clark
ScripMolly Blanchard
PicturesDionne Moragne & April Hansley
Touch TankAngie Tschopp
Uniform SwapShawnta Askins
November 12-15 Each Day @ 8:15-4:00
Book Fair @ Casa
Come support our awesome media center and purchase some great books for your kiddo(s)! Our theme this year is “Reading Oasis”.
Friday, November 15th 6-8PM
Family Literacy Night @ Casa!
Let’s go Around the World in 80 Books! Come join us as we celebrate families, community, and Reading!
Free PFA-sponsored pizza served at 6pm. Activities begin at 6:30. The Book Fair will also be open during Literacy Night.
Friday, November 22nd
Chuck E Cheese Family Day!
3501 Capital Blvd #131, Raleigh
Come eat and play and earn $$ for Casa! All food, drink, and token purchases benefit the PFA!
Monday, December 2nd
Scrip Orders Due
Thursday, December 5th 8:30-9:30AM
PFA Officers Open Meeting
Come join us for our monthly meeting at Panera Bread- everyone is welcome!
Monday, December 9th
Scrip Orders Due
What’s Coming Up in November
andDecember!
Come LIKE us on Facebook for the latest updates and fun pics of
life at Casa!
