AMY IMAI ELEMENTARY PTA

WHY JOIN PTA? 

To show your support, advocate for your children, and vote at PTA meetings.

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How do I join?

For new members:

• Go to this link and click “Join with email”

• Enter your name, email, and then create a password. Click “Sign up with Email”

• For membership type, select “Parent/Guardian” or another appropriate option 

• Check out with credit card. Membership is just $12 (+$1 convenience fee)

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To renew your membership:

• Log into Totem with your email and password

• Renew your membership

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Who can join PTA?

 PTA is for everyone! Parents, guardians, students, teachers, grandparents, administrators, school board members, aunts, uncles, community members, etc.  

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I already belong to another PTA, can I join more than one?

Yes! There is no limit to the number of PTAs you can support.

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WHY DONATE?

To support PTA fundings that go directly towards school programs and student activities.

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Where do PTA donations go?

Services include (but not limited to):

• School-wide and grade-level enrichment programs

  • e.g. Imagineerz, Society of Young Inklings, etc.​

  • field trips

• TK & Kindergarten PE and art -- only school in the district to fund TK & Kinder PE

• Subscriptions for classroom software and online resources

  • Newsela, BrainPop, etc.​

• Student planners

• Noontime activities

• Library books and supplies

• Campus enhancements and equipment

• Supplementary supplies funding for teachers and office

• Project Cornerstone (social/emotional program from the YMCA)

• Community-building events

  • Walkathon, Auction, EagleFest​

• Staff appreciation lunches and refreshments

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How do I donate?

• Via Totem: When you become a member or renew your membership, you can add a donation

• Via employer giving portal (e.g. Benevity): Search for “Amy Imai Elementary PTA”, Tax ID:77-0492242, and don’t forget to request a match!

• Via check: payable to “Amy Imai Elementary PTA”

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How much should I donate?

While our 2023-24 donation ask is $200 per student, any amount is appreciated!

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When do you accept donations?

Donations are welcome throughout the school year and you can donate more than once.

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Are donations tax deductible?

Yes. You will receive a receipt from Totem or the giving portal which you donated.

(Tax ID:77-0492242)

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Will my employer match my donation?

Many employers will generously match your donation. Please follow up with your employer's portal, such as Benevity or other nonprofit verification systems.