What is the PTA?
The LIN HOWE Parent Teacher Association (PTA) is a unit of the California and National PTA and is made up of parent volunteers and school staff. A PTA's primary goal is to foster collaboration between parents and teachers to support student learning and well-being. Any parent is welcome and encourage to join.
As a 501(c)3, Lin Howe PTA holds monthly board meetings and fulfills all 501(c)3 requirements such as financial disclosures, meeting minutes, and annual IRS reporting.
What the PTA Funds
Assemblies
Last year, PTA brought 10 amazing performers to campus. From latin folklore and modern dance troops to mad science and hero workshops, PTA brings unique cultural experiences to campus for every grade to see.
Faculty Appreciation
Every year, PTA welcomes teachers with a back-to-school lunch and ends the year with an appreciation week. At different times in the year, PTA stocks the Faculty Room with treats of appreciation to remind teachers and staff how important they are to us all.
Family Fun Nights
Big screen movies in the field, school dances, winter wonderland. PTA hosts several community-building events each year that are open to all students and their families. Don't forget to come join the memories and smiles!
Field Trips
The annual spring field trips are a highlight for every student. Last year, first graders went to Eco Station and 2nd grade... PTA makes these days possible by funding transportation and entry fees.
Teacher Reimbursements
Teachers each have different needs for creating the best learning environment and opportunities. PTA reserves a portion of the Raise Craze donations to gift teachers the money to be successful. Additionally, the school's budget from CCUSD often changes and programs are cut. PTA steps up in these times to make sure favorite software or programs can continue to exist. Just recently, the PTA made sure that Mystery Science, a science program loved by many teachers was still offered to Lin Howe teachers, and that Ms. Y in the library got to keep software that allowed students to look up books.
...and much more!
Visit the PTA website to learn more.
Equipment & Supplies
Every year, PTA gives money across the campus to restock equipment and supplies that CCUSD budget does not cover. Thanks to last year's Raise Craze donations, this year the PTA was able to give $2,500 for PE equipment, $500 to our new school nurse for supplies, $300 to the front office and $100 to our custodian.
Library
PTA plans and puts on two book fairs every year. These week-long fairs are looked forward to by all students and even families who are welcome to shop after school. The money raised goes directly back to the school library to buy new books that reflect the interests and lives of this year's students.