Annual Events and Fundraisers
Throughout the school year, the CFT PSO hosts multiple events and fundraisers for our students and their families. To support our wonderful staff, we also provide staff appreciation events multiple times per year.
Join us at the next event, fundraiser, or activity! We ensure that events are inclusive for all our families – there is no ticket to entry, and we provide transportation for events that are not on school grounds.
Select any event/activity to read all details, including time of year, location, description, and volunteer needs.
WHEN AND WHERE:
Typically one week before the first day of school from 4:00-600pm at CFT. Check our Google Calendar for this year’s time and date.
DESCRIPTION: Drop off your child’s supplies with your teacher, pick up supply kits (if previously ordered), and meet the teachers and your fellow caregivers. And of course, come meet the PSO! Spirit wear is typically available for purchase.
VOLUNTEERS TYPICALLY NEEDED: Hand out school supply kits, sell spirit wear, welcome families, etc. View volunteer signup.
WHEN AND WHERE: Typically near the end of September in the evening around 5:30-7:30pm at CFT.
Check our Google Calendar for this year’s time and date.
DESCRIPTION: Completely free to attend with options to purchase raffle tickets, spirit wear, concessions, etc.
VOLUNTEERS TYPICALLY NEEDED: Sell spirit wear, tickets, concessions, activities, etc. View volunteer signup.
WHEN AND WHERE: Mid-October on the CFT track, during the school day. Each grade runs at a different time during the day. The school and PSO communicate these times ahead of time. Check our Google Calendar for this year’s time and date.
DESCRIPTION:
The Jog-a-Thon is our primary fundraiser for the year and is a fun day for all involved! The Jog-a-Thon takes place on the track in front of the school; each grade will run during an assigned 30 minute segment (1 lap=1/8 mile). Laps are not officially counted and we only collect flat donations, not pledges per lap.
The funds raised will go to the PSO operating budget, which funds classroom and student enrichment activities including field trips, art literacy, teacher requests, family fun nights, and more. Our students shine with pride knowing they take part earning money for our school.
Awards for students and classes vary from year to year.
Students receive a treat after they run. Examples in preior years: Jamba Juice, popsicles, etc.
Jog-a-Thon shirts and popsicles are provided by the PSO to every student.
VOLUNTEERS TYPICALLY NEEDED: 10 volunteers needed to help coordinate classes and kiddos and teachers, manage water station, and hand out after-run treats. View volunteer signup.
WHEN AND WHERE:
There are two picture days, with one in the fall and one in the spring, during the school day. Check our Google Calendar for this year’s time and date.
VOLUNTEERS TYPICALLY NEEDED: 6 volunteers needed to help organize students. View volunteer signup.
WHEN AND WHERE: Approximately once per month at various local restaurants. View the calendar for the most up to date information.
WHEN AND WHERE: Approximately twice per year, one in the fall/winter and one in the spring. Located in the CFT Library, accessible to families after school and sometimes during conferences. The specific details are communicated by the PSO prior to each book fair. Check our Google Calendar for this year’s time and date.
DESCRIPTION: While PSO runs the Book Fair, proceeds go toward the library, not the PSO. This is an excellent opportunity to support your student’s reading skills while contributing to the success of our library.
VOLUNTEERS TYPICALLY NEEDED: Setup, breakdown, sales during fair hours. View volunteer signup.
WHEN AND WHERE: Approximately once per quarter, in each classroom or art literacy classroom.
DESCRIPTION: Led by our Art Literacy Coordinator and a team of volunteers. Each art lit day leads students through a lesson about the artist, their work, and other relevant interesting information. Afterward they complete an art project inspired by the artists.
VOLUNTEERS TYPICALLY NEEDED: Volunteers needed in each classroom to assist students with the project, setup, cleanup. View volunteer signup.
WHEN AND WHERE:
Twice per year, during the winter and spring book fairs. Includes author visit. Check our Google Calendar for this year’s time and date.
DESCRIPTION: In the past, this evening includes activities, access to the book fair, free books, and books read aloud by our principal.
VOLUNTEERS TYPICALLY NEEDED: Volunteers are encouraged to sign up to help during the evening. View volunteer signup.
WHEN AND WHERE:
Late February, typically Friday evening. Check our Google Calendar for this year’s time and date.
DESCRIPTION:
This is a free event much beloved by our students here at CFT! The first BINGO card is free and a second one is available for purchase by any participant. Adults and kids are all welcome to play! Historically, prizes have included Build-a-Bear or Squishmallows but that is subject to change each year.
Snacks and drinks are available for purchase.
VOLUNTEERS TYPICALLY NEEDED: Concessions, tickets, bingo cards, setup. View volunteer signup.
DESCRIPTION:
There are multiple days and weeks throughout the school year that are designated for appreciating different staff members. These include:
- National School Counselor Week
- Classified Appreciation Week
- National Librarian Day
- National Administrative Day
- Custodian Appreciation Day
- National Principals Day
- National Lunch Hero Day
- Licensed Appreciation Week
- National Nurses Day
Check our Google Calendar for this year’s dates.
VOLUNTEERS TYPICALLY NEEDED: We often need a volunteer or two to help set up, but the majority of help needed is in the form of food/drink/supply donations for the appreciation events. View volunteer signup for the upcoming appreciation event.
WHEN AND WHERE:
Typically a Friday at the end of May, around 5-8pm. Check our Google Calendar for this year’s time and date.
DESCRIPTION: Free to attend, but additional tickets needed to participate in activities and purchase concessions. It costs approximately $10-$15 per person to participate in every activity and purchase one food item.
VOLUNTEERS TYPICALLY NEEDED: Lots of volunteers needed to setup, run activities, sell concessions, and cleanup. View volunteer signup.
Click the button below to view our Google Calendar, with the option to add to your own calendar.
Year Round Fundraising
Employee Matching – ask your employer about their matching program. When donating to the PSO, choose your employer to ensure they match your contribution.
Bottle Drop Program – blue bags are available for pickup in the front office. Simply fill your bag with cans and glass/plastic bottles and drop off behind the Bottle Drop building. The tag on your blue bag ensures that deposit funds go into our account. You can also use your green bag and donate your funds through your Bottle Drop account. Select Donate and search for Charles F Tigard PSO.
Kroger Community Rewards
Instructions:
1. Log into your account at fredmeyer.com
2. Go to My Account
3. Select Community Rewards and search for Charles F. Tigard Elementary to add us as your organization
School Spirit
Spirit Wear
Online ordering available! Pick up at our next event or we can deliver it to your child’s classroom.
