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Donate To The Bishop ANnUal Fund

Historically, the Bishop School PTO funds programs and events to supplement your children's school experience; to support the teachers, school and administration; or, to foster a sense of community with the school.  This has included programs and events, such as:
  • Grade-specific and school-wide enrichment programs - Mass Audubon, Habitat: Life Cycles of Frogs; Eyes on Owls: Alaska Wilderness; Motoko, Japanese Storytelling assembly; Museum of Science: Weather, Wind and Water Temperature; Origamido, math and origami workshops; Theatre Espresso: Uprising on King Street Play; Capoeira: Afro-Brazilian Martial Arts, Music, and Dance; and more!
  • Buses for field trips
  • Online subscriptions for classrooms to support reading, math, spelling, and science
  • Classroom supplies - paper towels, sanitizing wipes, glue sticks, tissues, and more

In 2019–2020, the PTO spent more than $58,000 to support the Bishop teachers, students, and community. These funds come from a variety of sources:  
  • PTO organized fundraisers, such as the Walkathon, Pumpkin Sale, and others;
  • Local and national programs such as Stop & Shop's A+ Rewards program, the AmazonSmile program; and
  • Family support of the PTO Annual Fund

In 2020–2021, we are doing everything possible to maintain support for our teachers and students in the classroom -- both in-person and remote. Unfortunately, this will be a very different year, with some of our past events postponed or cancelled in accordance with public health directives. Please know that your PTO board has been working diligently to map a course forward that balances COVID-related reduced fundraising with greater demands for classroom and remote program initiatives.
 
We hope that this year you will consider donating to the PTO Annual Fund, as well as support other direct PTO fundraising initiatives such as AmazonSmile and the Stop & Shop A+ Rewards program. This year, we are asking families to consider donating $135 per child to the PTO Annual Fund so we can continue supporting our in-person and remote teachers, classrooms, and students to the best of our ability during these trying times. The Annual Fund Campaign is a one-time ask that allows us to maintain our ability to pay for the activities and supplies expected of the PTO, such as:
  • Grade-specific and school-wide enrichment programs
  • Health and safety materials for teachers and students
  • Teacher grants for technology, curriculum materials, and other educational needs
  • Online subscriptions for classrooms to support reading, math, spelling, and science (i.e., Scholastic, Spelling City, etc.)
  • Teacher checks and classroom funds
  • Classroom supplies - paper towels, tissues, glue sticks, pencils, sanitizing wipes, and more
  • Playground and grounds improvements

We realize there are many challenges facing Bishop families, including economic hardship due to COVID-19, and humbly ask you to consider your own economic situation when making your donation.

Thank you for your consideration and support of our fantastic Bishop community!

Name:_____________________________________________________

1.Student's Name:  _______________________________________  Teacher: ___________________________________
2.Student's Name:  _______________________________________  Teacher: ___________________________________

Address: ________________________________________________________________________________________________

Telephone: _______________________________________________  Email: _______________________________________

Gift Amount: _____________________________________________

Your annual contribution is tax-deductible and eligible for most company matching grant programs.

Please make checks payable to the "Bishop School PTO" and mail to:
Bishop School PTO, c/o Annual Fund, 25 Columbia Road, Arlington, MA 02474

Or visit http://www.bishopschoolpto.com/ to donate online and learn more about how the PTO supports our school community.

John A. Bishop Elementary School
25 Columbia Road
Arlington MA, 02474
(781) 316-3792

  • Home
  • Finance
    • Annual Fund
    • Fundraising
    • Budget
    • Tax Exempt Form
    • Expense Reimbursement Form
    • PTO Grants >
      • Grant Application
  • Your PTO Dollars At Work
    • Enrichment
    • Grants Approved
  • Volunteer
    • Arlington EATS Snacks at Bishop
    • Events >
      • Readathon
      • Directory Sign Up
    • Class Parents
    • Committee Chairs
  • Bishop PTO Documents
    • PTO Board
    • Meeting Minutes and Documents
    • Newsletters