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TOGETHER, WE CAN DO MORE.
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What is the BHE Annual Fund?
The Annual Fund is the new central fundraiser of the Barton Hills PTA, replacing the Soarin' Eagle of years past. As the school's needs change and evolve, so must our fundraising efforts. Barton Hills Elementary strives for excellence in education and parental funding takes us a small but important step beyond what AISD moneys provide our campus.
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Why should I give?
Many PTAs ask their students to sell items such as gift wrap or cookie dough, where retailers take a large cut of profits. When you give to the Annual Fund, all money goes directly to programs that support your child's education. This year's Annual Fund is budgeted to raise $25,000, which will go toward meeting budgeted expenditures of $63,000. Our fundraising is done with hopes of providing teachers and classrooms what they need to make Barton Hills Elementary an exceptional school.
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Where does my money go?
With your support of the Annual Fund, we will continue to provide PTA-sponsored programs and resources that enrich your child's education, such as:
- Stipends for all teachers for classroom supplies
- Classroom and general school equipment
- Updated software necessary for classroom PCs purchased in Spring 2008
- Partial salary for Computer Lab technician ($8,000)
- Library books and author visits
- Funding for Cultural Arts presentations (Biscuit Brothers concert, Tapestry Dance Co. performance, e.g.)
- Scholarships (Camp Champions Retreat for 5th and 6th graders, $750; Nick Akery, $500 for graduating senior)
- For more information on PTA expenditures click here.
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How much should I give?
Our fundraising goal for 2008-2009 is 100% participation from BHE families, so please give what you can. When all families support the school's fundraiser, we make a statement to the school's staff, the community, and potential corporate sponsors about our dedication to education. In response to parents' suggestions, the PTA has revised last year's donation format and added recommended levels of giving. All donors will be recognized on our Barton Hills PTA website and in PTA publications. Any amount is acknowledged and appreciated!
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Suggested Donation Levels
- $25 Nest Egg (donation covers one directory, one t-shirt, one yearbook and one PTA membership)
- $50 Hatchling
- $100 Eaglet
- $150 Eagle
- $200+ Bald Eagle
- Grandparents = Golden Eagle
Any amount gifted by a grandparent will be recognized at the Golden Eagle level.
All donations over $25.00 are tax deductible. Barton Hills Elementary PTA is a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization.
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What does the BHE Annual Fund mean to you?
"The Annual Fund is so helpful for busy families that want a no-hassle way to give and support BHE's needs. We've found it more effective than selling wrapping paper or candy bars, and we like that all of the dollars go directly to BHE PTA."
Maureen and Andy Carlson, BHE parents
"We're going into our 5th year at Barton Hills and have seen the
fundraiser in various formats. The Annual Fund method opens the door
to all families, as they can give at whatever level is comfortable to
them. The purchase last year of computers and other equipment
wouldn't have been possible without the parents' contributions to the
PTA."
Joanne Foote, BHE parent
"PTA classroom contributions allow teachers to use current literature and other learning tools chosen for the specific needs/interests of each class."
Becky Pursley, 2nd Grade Teacher
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BHE Annual Fund FAQ
Q. I already pay property taxes. Why should I donate to the PTA?
A. Our property taxes finance all AISD schools. AISD provides funding to each school based on student enrollment and the number of economically disadvantaged students. PTA fundraising provides an opportunity to enhance the basic funding allocation.
Q. We just had bond elections. Won't BHE receive significant technology funding?
A. At this time we have limited details about what the technology bond
will provide for BHE or a timeline for implementation. Oftentimes it
takes years for bond money to reach our campus. With our projected
2008-09 technology budget from AISD at $4/student, our PTA has the
opportunity to complement and expand technology purchases.
Q. I'd like to make a larger donation but I'm unable to now. Are payment plans available?
A. Yes, we offer several payment plans. Please contact the treasurer for details at treasurer.bhepta@yahoo.com.
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Thank you for your generosity and on-going support!
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