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Fund-raising

Fall Fund-raiser

Our most important fund-raiser of the year, the Fall Fund-raiser accounts for 50 percent of the entire PTA budget! Catalogs are sent home almost as soon as school starts so we can have items back for holiday gift-giving and have a good sense of our yearly budget.

Original Art

Each student creates a work of art that's printed on magnets, T-shirts, mugs, etc. What Grandma doesn't want this special gift? Order forms are sent out early to assure delivery before Winter Break.

Scholastic Book Fair

Held in the fall, the Scholastic Book Fair raises funds that are dedicated to improving our media center and reading programs. You can also help with teachers' wish lists and/or provide a gift certificate to one of our needier students. For more information (including the schedule, volunteer opportunities, sample books and more), see Olds' very own Scholastic Book Fair home page at http://bookfairs.scholastic.com/homepage/oldselementary.

School Photos

Many people consider the fall and spring school photography sessions to be a service, but they are also a major fund-raiser. The PTA receives a significant percentage of the proceeds.

Yard Sale

Held the first Saturday in March, the yard sale provides a chance to turn your unused items into cash for Olds. Drop off donations on Friday; shop on Saturday. Start putting aside items now!

Silent Auction

Part of Spring Fling, the Silent Auction is our primary spring fund-raiser. Can you or your business donate an item for the auction? Gift certificates, tickets to local events, crafts, toys and sports equipment are all enjoyed. Come out to bid on those items or ice cream with your teacher.

Spring Fling

While the Silent Auction is the main money-maker at the Spring Fling, we sometimes charge for other activities or hold a bake sale at the event.

Celebration Books

An ongoing option with the Media Center, Celebration Books lets you dedicate a new library book in honor of the special people in your life.

Free Money

Please remember to relink your grocery cards and participate in our other Free Money programs.

T-Shirts

A great way to show your school spirit. Usually sold during major events, but always available.

Other Programs

At times, you may see other fund-raising information such as the Quail Ridge In-Store Book Fair or the 2005 Tsunami Relief effort.

Do you have an idea for different fund-raiser? Please contact the PTA presidents, Leanne Stradling and Sharon Cummings. Their contact information is in the printed PTA directory.