San Juan Children's Ed Foundation

$28000
Our Goal

$11000
Raised

4th Grade OSS 2019-2020

39% of Goal

Nov 2019
11	Fall Clothing and Fabric Drive
11	Veterans Day - No School
12	Fall Clothing and Fabric Drive
13	Fall Clothing and Fabric Drive
14	Fall Clothing and Fabric Drive
15	Fall Clothing and Fabric Drive
16	Fall Clothing and Fabric Drive
21	PTA General Meeting
21	SJCEF Board Meeting
25	Thanksgiving Break - No School
26	Thanksgiving Break - No School
27	Thanksgiving Break - No School
28	Thanksgiving Break - No School
29	Thanksgiving Break - No School
Dec 2019
02	Book Fair
03	Book Fair
04	Book Fair
05	Book Fair
05	Night of Sharing
06	Book Fair
10	PTA Executive Board Meeting
19	SJCEF Board Meeting
21	Winter Break
22	Winter Break
23	Winter Break
24	Winter Break
25	Winter Break
26	Winter Break
27	Winter Break
28	Winter Break
29	Winter Break
30	Winter Break
31	Winter Break
Jan 2020
01	Winter Break
02	Winter Break
03	Winter Break
04	Winter Break
05	Winter Break

Welcome to the 2019-2020 School Year - the calendar is currently being updated; don't forget to download to your phone.

Why Do We Have PTA and a Foundation? read more

What is the difference between the PTA and the Foundation, why do we need two parent support organizations, and what do each of the organizations do?

San Juan Elementary School enjoys the benefits of having both a PTA and Foundation. These two parent support organizations are complimentary organizations who work diligently to improve communication in the school and provide enrichment opportunities for the students.

Parent Teacher Association ("PTA")
The PTA at San Juan is supported by the state and national PTA organizations. The PTA addresses issues that are important to both parents, school administrators and teachers such as increased budgets, quality teachers, and capabilities for schools to thrive.

The PTA generates funds through its membership drive, family fun nights, donations, and Jogathon which is the largest PTA fundraiser of the year. The PTA provides funding for the school librarian (cost shared with the Foundation), class field trips, teacher supplies, Reflections Art Program, night of sharing, kinder reading Olympics, book fair and field day.

San Juan Children's Education Foundation ("SJCEF" or the "Foundation")
SJCEF was established in 2008 during the recession as a means to bridge the gap between the declining school budget and expanding school needs. The Foundation provides funding for educational enrichment programs for the school as a means to augment the Common Core with alternate learning opportunities. The Foundation is staffed entirely by parent volunteers who are passionate about creating an exceptional learning environment for our kids.

The Foundation generates funds through corporate fundraising, grants, donations, ongoing fundraising events including its 2 largest events, the Spring Festival and Noche de Gala. SJCEF provides funding for the K-3 music program, school librarian (costs shared with the PTA), ST Math computer program for K-5, school musical, musical instruments for 4th and 5th grade, outdoor science school for 5th grade, teacher grants the following: sheep hearts for dissection (5th grade), robotics and 3D printer (4th grade), field trip (3rd grade), mineral kits (2nd grade), and Apple TVs (1^st grade).

Key Differences Between the PTA and Foundation
The key differences relate to the organizational structure of the organizations and how funds are used.

1)    The PTA is part of a state and national PTA organization that provides the framework and operating principles that the PTA must follow. The San Juan Elementary PTA has an executive board that governs its local activities.

2)    The Foundation is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that is overseen by the Foundation Board, principal, and School Site Counsel. The Foundation must comply with IRS Tax Guidelines for 501(c)(3) organizations.

3)    The PTA must spend its funds on programs that benefit all students in the school. The PTA Executive Board votes on funding requests.

4)    The Foundation has flexibility to spend its funds on programs and educational opportunities that may benefit only 1 teacher or class, one grade, several grades or a group of students at the school. The Foundation may also provide funding for equipment for the school. Funding requests are approved by the Foundation Board and principal. Changes in the bylaws of the Foundation must be approved by the Site Counsel.

In summary, the biggest difference between the 2 parent support groups is the way that the funds are used. PTA must spend funds on programs that benefit all students in the school versus the Foundation that has flexibility in how its funds are used.

Yes, the school does benefit by having both the PTA and Foundation that work together to support the students, school administrators and teachers.  The PTA and Foundation do not compete with each other, they are complimentary organizations. If the Foundation did not exist, many of the targeted programs such as K-3 music would not be possible.

Many people volunteer for both the PTA and the Foundation. We encourage you to get involved and explore volunteer opportunities with both the PTA and Foundation. Together, we can help our students to achieve academic success and inspire them to further their education at the college level and beyond. Let's continue to work hard to make San Juan Elementary an even more amazing school!

If you have any questions or would like more information, please contact Angi Soderin, PTA President (angisoderin@yahoo.com) or Kari Hallowell, SJCEF President (kari.hallowell@gmail.com).

News And Events view all

New Spirit Wear is Here

We are so excited to announce the arrival of our new spirit wear for 2019-2020. Special thanks to Courtney Bucho, San Juan Elementary parent who designed the new spirt wear! Thanks also to Courtney's... more

Fall Clothing and Fabric Drive

Nov 04, 2019 - Nov 16, 2019
from 08:00 AM to 01:00 PM every day

The annual clothing and fabric drive is coming! Fall is a great time to clean out your closets and get ready for the holiday season. We can accept the following items: 1) Gently used or new clothes 2)... more

Veterans Day - No School

Nov 11, 2019 all day

Enjoy the day off and don't forget to honor our soldiers and veterans. more

SJCEF Board Meeting

Nov 21, 2019
from 08:00 AM to 09:00 AM

Join the Foundation for the first Board meeting of the year. All parents are welcome. Meeting location is the MPR. more

Thanksgiving Break - No School

Nov 25, 2019 12:00 AM - Nov 29, 2019 11:59 PM

Thanksgiving break - enjoy the time off! No Hay Clases - Descanso de Accion de Gracias more

Book Fair

Dec 02, 2019 12:00 AM - Dec 06, 2019 11:59 PM

Did you know our Book Fair starts Monday, December 2nd (our first day back after the break)? Luckily we now have eWallet and you can make sure your kid is ready to shop without having to remember to... more

Night of Sharing

Dec 05, 2019
from 05:30 PM to 08:00 PM

Join the PTA for a Night of Sharing. Details to follow. more

PTA Executive Board Meeting

Dec 10, 2019
from 08:00 AM to 09:00 AM

PTA Executive Board Meeting more

SJCEF Board Meeting

Dec 19, 2019
from 08:00 AM to 09:00 AM

Join the Foundation for the first Board meeting of the year. All parents are welcome. Meeting location is the MPR. more

Winter Break

Dec 21, 2019 12:00 AM - Jan 05, 2020 11:59 PM

Classes Resume January 6th 2020 more

Shopping Extravaganza Final Results

The final results are in for the Shopping Extravaganza. With your help, the San Juan Children's Education Foundation raised $6,817.50 for 4th Grade Outdoor Science School. We needed to sell 100... more

Laptop Donation

The San Juan Children's Education Foundation is looking for a new or gently used laptop. We have several volunteers who would like to help with the Foundation activities but they need a laptop to do... more

Why Do We Have PTA and a Foundation?

What is the difference between the PTA and the Foundation, why do we need two parent support organizations, and what do each of the organizations do? San Juan Elementary School enjoys the benefits of... more

Emerald Cove Outdoor Science School Overview

Outdoor Science School Information Learn more about the outdoor science school trip in the presentation that Emerald Cove gave earlier this year. The presentation has an overview of the location,... more

Free National Park Pass for 4th Graders

Opportunity for free national park pass for 4th grade students and their families: Did you know that you own millions of acres of national parks, historic structures, cultural artifacts, ancient... more

Programs view all

Amazon Smile

Amazon donates .5% of eligible purchases through smile.amazon.com. Click on the link and select San Juan Children's Education Foundation as your charitable organization. Easy to raise funds for SJCEF... more

Emily Press Labels

SJCEF has partnered with Emily Press for a label fundraiser. Click on the link, enter any applicable sales codes and at check out enter sanjuanes to ensure the Foundation receives credit. SJCEF... more

French Toast Uniform Fundraiser

SJCEF has partnered with French Toast for uniforms. Click on the icon and select all items you would like to purchase. Enter any applicable sale codes or coupons in the Promotion Code Field. After... more

Office Depot

Support our school by shopping at Office Depot. We can earn up to 5% of qualifying purchases in credits that can be used by the school for free supplies. Simply make a purchase in the store or... more

Shoparoo

Do you Shopoo? Shoparoo is hassle free fundraising that is the easiest way EVER to fundraise for our school. Here's How it Works 1) Simply download the free Shoparoo App for your Android or iPhone. 2)... more