"Anyone who does anything to help a child in his life is a hero. " Fred Rogers
FAQs for Sacajawea Staff (AKA Heroes)
Do I need to be a PTA Member?
Technically no. However, we strongly encourage all staff members to join PTA. It is only $10 for staff join and so easy, just click the Membership link below for all the options. Joining PTA is one big way of showing your support for your PTA and it's Mission. We will need your support in our efforts to fundraise, recruit members and volunteers, and sponsor events. Thank you for that support, we've always been able to count on you!
Our Mission Statement
The primary purpose of our PTA is to promote the best interests of our children at school, at home, and in the community. Through advocacy, financial assistance, and volunteer time, we support our school's mission with the hope of providing our students the social, emotional, and academic skills they need to reach their potential and become valuable contributors to society. We support parents, teachers, and staff in the education of all Sacajawea children.
The primary purpose of our PTA is to promote the best interests of our children at school, at home, and in the community. Through advocacy, financial assistance, and volunteer time, we support our school's mission with the hope of providing our students the social, emotional, and academic skills they need to reach their potential and become valuable contributors to society. We support parents, teachers, and staff in the education of all Sacajawea children.
What funds are available for me to use?
Our yearly budget typically includes funds for classrooms, teams, departments, and other programs. Every month, an updated treasurer report is posted in the meeting documents section on this website. You can check there or email us at sacpta@yahoo.com to ask.
When using PTA funds, please acknowledge PTA's sponsorship of your project. It is a powerful form of advertising that can ripple out into greater participation of families in membership, volunteering, and fundraising. Thank you!
When using PTA funds, please acknowledge PTA's sponsorship of your project. It is a powerful form of advertising that can ripple out into greater participation of families in membership, volunteering, and fundraising. Thank you!
What if I have already used the budgeted funds and am in need of more funding?
Click to download the Unbudgeted Funds Request Form we have available for this situation.
*Please note that Unbudgeted Funds Requests can only be approved at a General Membership Meeting that meets Quorum (at least 10 members). It needs to be turned in a couple of weeks ahead of the meeting so that the board can be advised and possible outcomes planned. You must use your budgeted funds first and have already been denied funding by the district for this need as well. The principal needs to sign your request indicating approval. You should plan to attend the meeting to present your request. If this is not possible, let us know and we can present it for you.
How do I get reimbursed or have a vender check issued?
Click to download the Expense Report/Check Request Form. Fill it out and attach the necessary receipts/invoices/purchase orders. Physical forms should also be available in the folders on the Sac work room cabinet doors.
Submit the paperwork. There are two ways to do this:
1. Physical Copies: Turn in your paperwork to the PTA drawer in the work room at Sacajawea.
OR
2. Digital Copies: Scan or photograph everything and email it to sacpta@yahoo.com.
That's it! We can then process it and get a check sent out as soon as possible. Note: If turning in physical copies, shooting us an email to let us know it is waiting at Sacajawea will get it done faster. We have to get two officer signatures on each check before we can distribute it to you.
1. Physical Copies: Turn in your paperwork to the PTA drawer in the work room at Sacajawea.
OR
2. Digital Copies: Scan or photograph everything and email it to sacpta@yahoo.com.
That's it! We can then process it and get a check sent out as soon as possible. Note: If turning in physical copies, shooting us an email to let us know it is waiting at Sacajawea will get it done faster. We have to get two officer signatures on each check before we can distribute it to you.
What if I have questions?
Email us at sacpta@yahoo.com and we will be thrilled (I kid you not!) to help. Attend PTA meetings. Remember that we are here to help and that you are appreciated so much for all that you do for all the kids. We look look forward to working with you and supporting your work with Sacajawea's kids!
