Parents support Beckford Elementary in a variety of ways. 

The PTA raises funds for field trips, teacher supplies, playground equipment, the Library, Computer Lab and the YMCA Psychomotor Program.  PTA also coordinates the yearbook and puts out the newsletter, The Bear Truth.  The PTA also sponsors "Red Ribbon Week" against drugs.  Other support functions provided by the PTA include the safety committee and coordinating the Room Parents.  The PTA provides many valuable services to Beckford.

If you would like to help out, please contact the school office, because your assistance would be greatly appreciated.
 
 

Other parents support the school by assisting in important decisions that must be made. We have a Bilingual Advisory Council, a School Based Management Council and a School Site Council.

The Bilingual Advisory Council is for parents of English language learners. The purpose of this Advisory Council is to share information regarding students whose second language is English. They give input as to the expenditure of bilingual funds. We meet monthly on the first Thursday of each month at 8:30 a.m.

The School Based Management and School Site Council meetings are combined into a single Advisory/Leadership group. The SBM/SSC meets monthly on the 4th Thursday of the month at 7:00 p.m. Discussions include budget, school safety, curriculum concerns, staff development and calendar. The council is made up of an even representation of stakeholders: 5 parents, 5 staff members. Meetings are open to the entire school community.

If you would like to help out, your assistance would be greatly appreciated. Please contact the school office for more information on how to participate.

The staff of Beckford would like to thank all of our parent volunteers who help in classrooms, in the library and computer room, on field trips and in countless other ways. Without your kind assistance and support, many activities and programs would be difficult to complete. From the mom who helps once a year sorting gift wrap, to the dad who shows up weekly in his son's class to help out, your efforts are welcome and appreciated. Please make sure you sign in and out each and every time you enter campus. This is a district mandate for school safety. You may get your visitor's pass in the office.

September 2008

9/15     Entertainment Book Sales Begin

9/16     Ice Cream Social  6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.   Auditorium

9/29     Entertainment Book Sales End

October 2008

10/4     School Beautification Day

10/7     PTA Association Meeting -- Please make plans to join us!  6:00 p.m.   Auditorium

10/14    Skateland Night!  Time to be announced

10/23 - 10/30     Red Ribbon Week

10/27     Signature Gift Catalog Sales Begin

11/10    Last Day to Turn In Signature Gift Catalog Orders

12/2     PTA Association Meeting -- Please make plans to join us!  6:00 p.m.   Auditorium

12/17    Toys For Tots Holiday Toy Drive

January 2009

1/27/09     PTA Association Meeting -- Please make plans to join us!  6:00 p.m.  Auditorium
 

February 2009

2/12 - 2/27     Scholastic Book Fair  - Library

2/20     Ace of Hearts Fundraising Gala
 

March 2009

3/2     CRAZY HAT DAY!

3/13    Movie Night (Movie and Time to be Announced)

3/16 - 3/20     Teacher Appreciation Week

3/24     PTA Association Meeting & Elections -- Please make plans to join us!  6:00 p.m. Auditorium
 

May 2009

5/5     Skateland Night

5/30     FAMILY FUN DAY!
 

June 2009

6/2     PTA Association Meeting -- Please make plans to join us!  6:00 p.m.  Auditorium
 

This calendar of events does not include ongoing activities such as Ice Cream Friday sales and the Planet Aid Donation box.  Additional events may be added, and some dates may be subject to change.  Be sure to read all information sent home with your child.