
Our Programs focus on Building Community, Fundraising, and Supporting Students
We’re always looking for ideas, help, and volunteers.
Here is an incomplete list of the PTO plans for the 2023-24 School Year:
Building Community
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Welcome Back Celebration
Join other Raleigh Park Families, Teachers, and Staff at Raleigh Park for food and fun to kick off the new school year.
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Casi de un día para otro
This year we’re reimagining the Almost Overnight as a school-wide event open to all students.
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Return of the Carnival?
There’s been chatter about wanting to revive this old RP tradition. Reach out if you want to help make it happen!
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Lista de escuelas
A directory of students’ contact information is compiled each fall. We post it (password-protected) on our PTO website to help families facilitate those play dates, carpooling, and birthday party invitations. You can also opt out of some or all of the roster using the form on the roster page.
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Celebración del 5º grado
Graduation is a special time for our students with unique traditions at RP. Each student makes a self-portrait tile that you see in our hallways throughout our school. On the last day of school, all students line the halls and “clap out” the graduating class. Parents greet the kids outside, and of course, there is a celebration.
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Reuniones del PTO
In addition to discussing events and activities the PTO is spearheading, we’ll hear from the principal, teachers from each grade level, and guest speakers on special topics.
Recaudación de fondos
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Jog-A-Thon
The Jog-A-Thon is a great opportunity for students to challenge themselves to run as many laps as possible to raise money for our school. It is our biggest fundraiser of the year. The dollars raised are what makes our other programming possible. We have business sponsorships in addition to the traditional student pledges. Get in touch with fundraising@raleighparkpto.org for more information and to see your business name on the back of our students’ t-shirts!
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Parent Party and Giving Tuesday
We had so much fun at the Parent Party last year, we’re doing it again this year. This evolution of our Spring Auction now happens in the fall to coincide with Giving Tuesday. This is a fun time for parents to socialize while raising money for our school. Past auction items have included migrating house parties, cooking classes in homes, hosted kid experiences (i.e., art workshops), and a weekend at a vacation home, in addition to the more traditional auction items like wine baskets and special classroom projects.
If your employer matches (or triples!) your non-profit donations on Giving Tuesday, this is the perfect time to donate to support our school. Giving Tuesday falls on November 28th this year. Nike, Intel, Columbia, NW Natural, Starbucks, and other employers will match your donation. Sometimes there are specific guidelines to get the match. Check with your HR department or reach out to fundraising@raleighparkpto.org with questions. We have an incomplete list of employers that match funds.
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Restaurant Nights
From time-to-time we have Restaurant Night fundraisers where a percentage of the purchases are donated to Raleigh Park PTO. Our favorite last year was at Raleigh Hills McMennimans. We hope to do that again this year!
Supporting Students + Teachers
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Arte Lit
Volunteers are equipped with a lesson plan and PPT developed by the BSD and a kit of art supplies to lead students through a short presentation followed by an artist-inspired project. This year we have a really fun set of artists to learn about — including Mary Cassatt, Mexican Folk Art, and Yayoi Kusama! It’s nice to have a couple of volunteers per class — you don’t have to be a presenter to participate!
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Voluntariado en el aula
As amazing as Raleigh Park teachers are, classroom volunteers make a big difference! Parent volunteers can join the class once or on a regular schedule. A long commitment is not required.
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Biztown for 5th Grade
The PTO funds busing and fees for BizTown for the 5th graders. What is BizTown? The JA BizTown creates an unmatched experience where 4th through 6th grade students are able to interact within a simulated economy and take on the challenge of managing organizations. Here, students not only discover the intricacies of jobs and being members of the community, but also discover the abundance of opportunities available within their cities. View the Program Brief for more information about our current online JA BizTown self-guided curriculum.
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Club de jardinería
El jardín es un lugar especial en Raleigh Park y es mantenido por voluntarios. Situado en el lado sur de nuestra escuela, el 100% orgánico Raleigh Park Garden incluye árboles frutales, camas de siembra, un área de compostaje, y un anfiteatro para las clases a utilizar. Es un entorno natural para que los alumnos aprendan sobre ciencia, nutrición y mucho más. El comité del jardín está buscando a padres para ayudar a enseñar lecciones (es decir, los polinizadores) a las clases y alguna ayuda que mantiene el jardín con escarda regular y en días de trabajo del jardín. ¡Póngase en contacto con Becky Pio en rebecca.lynn1982@gmail.com si usted está interesado en ser voluntario!
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Batalla de los Libros de Oregón (OBOB)
OBOB is a statewide voluntary reading program. At RP, 3rd - 5th graders are invited to create a team and “battle” other teams where they are challenged with questions about this year’s books. Students compete at Raleigh Park, and the winner is invited to compete in a regional competition. Students have a lot of fun! OBOB’s mission is to encourage and recognize students who enjoy reading, broaden reading interests, increase reading comprehension, promote academic excellence, and promote cooperative learning and teamwork among students. The PTO helps coordinate the battle at RP, registers our participation in the statewide program, and ensures we have enough copies of this year’s books on hand. Pro tip: this year’s reading list is out!
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Classroom and Grade-Level Funds
Each teacher and Grade Level gets substantial discretionary funds that they can use for anything that will benefit their students. These can be used for anything from classroom supplies to special projects, classroom parties, and field trips. This year we are providing discretionary funds to each grade level, each specials classroom, and our SRC and Counseling classrooms. Because of these funds, traditionally, RP students do not have to pay a fee to go on a field trip.
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Comité de Hospitalidad
Varias veces a lo largo del año, coordinamos esfuerzos para apreciar a los profesores y administradores de nuestra escuela para mostrar nuestro agradecimiento. Nuestro comité de hospitalidad lo hace posible.
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Proyecto BACK y Proyecto SNACK
Estos programas ponen alimentos saludables en los estómagos de nuestros estudiantes. El Proyecto de Asistencia y Cuidado de Mochilas para nuestros Niños (BACK) es un servicio gratuito que proporciona alimentos a las familias para que se los lleven a casa durante el fin de semana y las vacaciones. Cada semana, las mochilas se llenan con alimentos nutritivos, aptos para niños y fáciles de preparar, y se distribuyen discretamente a los estudiantes. El proyecto SNACK ofrece bocadillos saludables a cualquier alumno que los necesite en el aula.
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Scholastic Book Fair
We host a scholastic book fair before Winter Break. We hope the hot cocoa and story time with Mrs Lowe will happen again this year! We make sure that even kids who cannot purchase a book go home with a new book from the fair.
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Oradores educativos invitados
We host guest speakers from time to time on subjects such as screen time, reading tips, middle school options, social/emotional wellness, and more. These speakers usually coincide with a PTO meeting.
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Guarida del Tigre
The Tiger Den is a place at RP where students can get items they need like clothing, personal hygiene products, sportswear and equipment, houseware, and bedding. We need help spearheading some organizing and donation drives! If you’d like to shop the Tiger Den, contact Ana Lasich at ana_lasich@beaverton.k12.or.us.
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Juego de primavera
Students who would like to participate in the play audition, practice, and perform a play for a live audience in the cafeteria all in one week! The PTO works with Missoula Children’s Theater and coordinates the RP side to make it happen.
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Botella para RP
RP participates in the Bottle Drop Give program! We will put our blue bags in the front office, and you simply fill them with your redeemable containers and bring it to a bottle drop location. Traditionally these fund the 5th grade celebration activities.
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Día de campo
This is a day in the Spring when students participate in fun games and activities taught during PE classes. The focus of Field Day is to have fun! There are many activity stations; this is one event where parent volunteers are essential for Field Day to happen!
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Día de ir andando a la escuela
Twice a year, we participate in Walk and Roll to School day, when we encourage students to move their bodies on their way to school however they can. They can also participate by walking the track during lunch if they cannot walk or roll in the morning. We can take advantage of district-provided prizes and more if we have volunteer support.
SPIRIT WEAR
Our online store is now open year-round to stock up on Raleigh Park Elementary-branded gear, with the proceeds supporting our school. These are not your boring t-shirts — you’ll find camo hoodies, socks, beanies, trucker hats, and more.
These programs happen because of volunteers.
RP Parents usually log over 3,500 hours a year! Together, we support teachers in the classroom, run fundraisers, organize programs, and support activities and learning at Raleigh Park! Every volunteer big and small makes an impact in our RP community!