Fundraisers
The PTA is able to fund special events, campus improvements, and enrichment programs through the generous donations of families and businesses. We hold a main fundraiser at the beginning of each school year, and also organize year-round initiatives that contribute financially to the PTA.
Ways to Donate
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Become a Sponsor
With the partnership of community businesses and families over the last couple of years, we were able to purchase a stage for the school and new lunch tables for our students. Our goal is to continue this tradition of support but we cannot do it without you! We sincerely hope that you will consider being a sponsor.
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Make a Cash Donation
Making a direct donation allows the PTA to avoid paying exorbitant processing fees and allocate more money towards enriching the lives of the students. We hold our main donation drive at the beginning of the year, but donations (no matter how big or small) are appreciated year-round.
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Donate to Class Parties
Each classroom has 3 class parties during the course of the school year: a Winter party, a Valentine’s Day party, and an End of the Year party. These usually include an activity (craft or game) and lunch. The Room Parents will reach out to request donations to cover the cost of these parties. The Room Parents collect these donations directly from the parents.
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Teacher Wish Lists
Contribute directly to your child’s classroom by fulfilling an item from their teacher’s wish list. Most of the teachers have created an Amazon Wish List that you can find at the link below. Our librarian has also created an Amazon Wish List of books if you would like to purchase books for our library.
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Cheddar Up
We are collecting donations through Cheddar Up, a site that allows us to safely take donations and pay minimal fees. No app download or account creation necessary.
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Zelle
To make a donation via Zelle, please send the payment to President@ahespta.org.
Please include the student’s name and teacher in the note section so we know who to attribute the donation to.
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Annually, the Executive Board determines a proposed budget for the coming school year. The PTA President and the Principal also review the budget and collaborate where funds are needed. The proposed budget is then presented to the PTA and voted on. Every month thereafter, the PTA reviews the budget. Any funds to be spent is voted on at the PTA meeting. All checks written are also ratified by the association. By being an AHES PTA member you are entitled to a vote at all AHES PTA meetings. You do not need to be a member to attend the meeting, however you must be a member to vote. You must be present at the meeting to vote.
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The money raised by the PTA goes towards various enrichment programs and campus improvements. Some examples of previously funded programs include the music program, a new stage for the MPR, and new lunch tables. Click here to learn more about our funded & planned projects.
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With traditional fundraising, organizations like ours generally retain only 10%-40% of the profit of sales. In other words, a $10 roll of wrapping paper would generate $1-$4 in benefit to your student. With a direct donation, a $10 donation yields $10 in benefit to your student (less credit card or PayPal transaction fees when applicable). For your convenience, you can make a donation via cash, check, credit card or through PayPal.
Explore Our Fundraisers
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Yearbook
Capture your memories with a AHES Yearbook! Each yearbook includes 2 FREE custom pages, with additional pages available for purchase. A portion of the yearbook sales goes towards supporting PTA-funded programs.
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Marquee Messages
Celebrate your child with a personalized message on our digital marquee! Whether it is their birthday, they have a big game coming up, or you just want to say “I love you,” a marquee message is a great way to make them feel special.
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Birthday Book Club
During your child's birthday (or half-birthday!) month, they can choose a book from a selection of grade-appropriate options, and your child's name will be permanently displayed on a book label inside the front cover, recognizing their contribution to the AHES library.
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Spirit Wear
Show your Panther Pride with AHES Spirit Wear! Students, staff and parents are encouraged to wear their Spirit Wear every Friday! Spirit Wear sales happen once a year at the beginning of the school year.
Become a PTA Member!
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Your participation is crucial to the PTA’s mission of nurturing a supportive community where students and families can thrive both at school and at home. As a PTA member, not only are you contributing financially to the PTA, but you have the ability to cast votes at PTA meetings and influence the decisions being made. You are not required to attend meetings or serve on a committee, but we strongly encourage participation even if you can only spare a few hours.
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A PTA membership is $12.40, and must be renewed every year. AHES PTA receives about $5 from each membership. The money raised from PTA memberships goes towards various enrichment programs and campus improvements. Everyone in your family is eligible to register as a member so everyone can be involved!
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Check out our Frequently Asked Questions to learn more about the PTA, monthly meetings, and what we do with the money we raise.
PTA-Funded Programs
Below is a list of programs that the PTA has been able to fund over the years with the generous donations from our community. Click on a program to learn more about it.
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CAMPUS IMPROVEMENTS
- Jan 8, 2025 MPR Stage
- Jan 6, 2025 Lunch Tables
- Jan 3, 2025 Wall Hooks
- Dec 19, 2024 Hanging Wall Tiles
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ENRICHMENT PROGRAMS
- Mar 20, 2025 TK-3rd Grade Music Program
- Mar 17, 2025 Art Masters Academy
- Mar 2, 2025 Reflections Art Contest
- Feb 23, 2025 Birthday Book Club
- Feb 22, 2025 Student of the Month
- Feb 19, 2025 Yearbook
- Feb 8, 2025 Red Ribbon Week
- Feb 3, 2025 Scholastic Book Fair
- Dec 5, 2024 Panther Pride Tickets
- Dec 1, 2024 After School Enrichment
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SPECIAL EVENTS
- Mar 14, 2025 Fall Festival / BooFest
- Mar 6, 2025 Talent Show
- Feb 28, 2025 BooHoo/Yahoo Breakfast
- Feb 25, 2025 Spring Dance
- Feb 11, 2025 Panther Picnic
- Feb 5, 2025 Movie Night
- Jan 24, 2025 Magic Show
- Jan 11, 2025 Field Day
- Dec 9, 2024 Teacher Appreciation Week
CONTACT US
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