Question 1

What is PTO?

Accepted Answer

Parent/Teacher Organization – A group of parents and teachers working together to support and enhance the quality of education for your children. Learn more about our members and mission HERE

Question 2

Do I have to “join”?

Accepted Answer

No, you are a “member” as soon as your student is registered at Lava Ridge.

Question 3

Are there “dues”?

Accepted Answer

No, being a member of PTO is absolutely free. We take pride in hosting many family events and rarely charge for our families to participate. We do fundraisers regularly and we welcome your support in these endeavors.

Question 4

When are the meetings?

Accepted Answer

Check out our meeting schedule HERE.

Question 5

Who can I contact if I want to volunteer in my child’s classroom or get involved at school?

Accepted Answer

First, make sure you are registered in the Bend LaPine School RAPTOR system. Next, email us at lavaridgepto@gmail.com to be added to our volunteer list and get the most updated information! You can also check out our ongoing volunteer opportunities HERE. We'd also encourage you to follow our social media, PTO Instagram

Question 6

How can I help if I can’t attend the meetings?

Accepted Answer

Check this PTO website for current updates: www.lavaridgepto.com. We will post our meeting notes under the meetings tab. The website also has info re: events, ongoing fundraisers; such as Yumm-Raisers, Box Tops, etc. Your continuous support with all of these things makes a big difference! Please be sure to subscribe to our website to receive updates.

Question 7

What type of events does PTO hold?

Accepted Answer

Check out our Event Page. In the past the PTO has organized: Running Club, Family Movie Night, Family Bingo Night, Lion Dash (jog-a-thon), Read-A-Thon, Spirit Week and coordinates staff appreciation in May. We are always looking for new ideas! Please email us if you have one or would like to get involved in anything already planned.

Question 8

Where does the PTO get their general funds?

Accepted Answer

PTO funds are raised through direct donations, fundraising events that we host. We also receive proceeds from programs like BottleDrop, BoxTops and Fred Meyer Community Rewards.

Question 9

What is the General Fund money used for?

Accepted Answer

Monies raised for PTO go towards programs that we support within our school. Examples of where we spend our budget are: classroom and department grants, Scholastic News, Running Club, OBOB (Oregon Battle of the Books, school-wide family events, technology needs, purchase of new educational equipment, playground and general school improvement, staff appreciation, and more!

Question 10

Do you accept direct donations?

Accepted Answer

YES, a direct donation is the best kind because 100% of the donation goes to the PTO General Fund and is tax-deductible. Our EIN is 93-1160675

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