Brier Elementary PTA

Frequently Asked Questions about PTA Membership

1. Q: I don’t have a lot of time to attend meetings, should I still join?
   
   A: YES! The PTA is very important to your child’s school. Your support, in any form, is welcome and important to our success. General membership meetings are held only 4 times per year and are only 1 hour. Child care is provided.


2. Q: Is volunteering required?
   
   A: NO! Becoming a member of the Brier PTA does not obligate you to serve on any committees or donate any volunteer hours. If you choose to volunteer your time, we hope you will always feel appreciated!


3. Q: What does the Brier Elementary PTA do?
   
   A: Our PTA enhances our students’ academic experience through programs such as:
   • Arts Enhancement
   • Author Visit
   • Bobcat Author’s Corner
   • Teacher allowances ($325 total per teacher)
   • to help purchase learning materials ($175)
   • and offset field trip costs ($150)
   • Specialist allowances for Music, PE, and Library ($800)
   • Support Staff Allowances ($50)
   • Additional Library fundraisers through Scholastic Book Fair, Bookplate Drive and Used Book Sale
   • Science Fair & Egg Drop
   
   
   Our PTA enhances the social experiences of Brier’s students, staff and families through events such as:
   • Back-to-school BBQ
   • Bobcat Merchandise
   • End-of-Year Celebration
   • Family Movie Night
   • First Day Coffee Holiday Shop
   • Monster Mash Dance
   • Popcorn Fridays
   • Roller Skating Party
   • Swim Party
   
   
   Additional Activities include:
   • General Membership Meetings
   • Parent Education Programs
   • Newsletter (Brier Buzz) and a Phone Directory
   • Scholarship funds
   • Staff, Student and Volunteer Appreciation



4. Q: How do I join?
   
   A: Joining is easy! Simply fill out the membership form and return it to your child’s teacher or drop it off at the school office.
   
   
5. Q: How much does it cost to join?
   
   A: Membership dues are $10 per individual, $16 for family. We offer a special rate of $8 for teachers and $20 for community members (latter includes advertisement package). Membership scholarships are available and are handled confidentially.


Membership Benefits:
• Local Discounts
• Subway
  Store Address
  22726 44th Ave W
  Mountlake Terrace,WA 98043
  USA
• Other Benefits and Discounts: WSPTA Benefits Page
  
  Please join today and help us grow!
  
  Membership Application Form
  
  Membership Scholarships Available!
  


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