Skip to main content

Welcome to Our New Website!

We are excited to unveil our new website and are currently updating it to make it more informative and easy to navigate. During this transition, you may experience some broken links or find outdated content. We are working hard to resolve the issues as quickly as possible. We appreciate your patience and understanding!

17 days ago

Almond Elementary School

Schools

Popular Links

LAEF + PTA Information

LAEF + PTA Donation Information

Want to Support the Almond PTA?  
Click HERE to Donate Now.
Thank You!

A graphic promoting LASD Education Partners, highlighting funding for resources and opportunities.

An informational graphic promoting the Almond Elementary PTA, with contact information and benefits.

An infographic outlines the services provided by the Almond PTA, including classroom support and student programs.

Almond PTA

What is the PTA?  
Your PTA membership supports Almond students, teachers, and school. The PTA provides financial and volunteer support for programs that extend and enrich curriculum.

How do I join?  
Our goal is to have 100% participation in the PTA this year.  To join the PTA there is a $15 minimum donation, but donations in excess of that amount are greatly appreciated.  Both parents in the family can join the PTA at the beginning of the year through two options 1) completing the BTS registration process or at 2) any other time by contacting the PTA VP of Membership.

When are the meetings?  
PTA meetings are held throughout the year on the third Wednesday of the month in either the library or the multi.  Check the Almond Calendar for specific dates and times.

Why should I commit my time and energy?  
Being a vital member of the school community, getting to know other Almond parents, and at the same time substantially contributing to your child's education is essential, fulfilling, and fun.  Almond parents contribute in excess of 30,000 volunteer hours each year and it is this time commitment which enables our school to remain competitive nationwide, despite California budgetary constraints.  We urge you to get involved, and look forward to working with you during the school year.

How Does The Almond PTA Raise Money

Because Los Altos schools do not receive sufficient state funds to support all the programs and activities we enjoy and expect throughout the year, it is necessary for the local PTAs to provide the additional funds needed. It is important to understand the need for both PTA and LAEF donations, since they are targeted to fulfill different needs at the school.  

The PTA regularly evaluates every fundraiser to make sure that the amount of effort (volunteer hours) and expense is aligned with the net revenue generated by the fundraiser. The fundraisers/school events we hold fall into three broad categories: Revenue Generators, Community Service and Self Funding.

  • Revenue Generators are programs and events whose primary purpose is to raise money that will fund a variety of programs at Almond School. These events are our most volunteer-intensive, so the PTA often examines how to better improve the margin (money raised versus money spent) of each event. Events included this category are:

    1. PTA Membership
    2. Write-a-Check Campaign
    3. Walkabout
    4. Walkabout Silent Auction 
    5. Spring Auction, Dinner & Dance (alternating years)
    6. eScrip
    7. Amazon Affiliates

  • Community Service programs or events raise funds for Almond school; however, the primary intent of these programs/events is to build pride in our school and our school community.  Activities that fall into this category are: 

    1. Apparel Sales/Almond Wear
    2. Book Fairs
    3. Halloween Carnival
    4. Yearbooks

  • The third category of programs look like fundraisers, but in fact, are not. These programs are called “Self Funding” because any money collected with the program covers the cost of that program or event. Programs or events that fall in this category are:

    1. Chorus
    2. Drama
    3. Boltage