Make Waves
The PTA is funded almost entirely by families in this school. Your gift doesn't route through a national office or get split with the district. It goes into the programs, events, and classroom support that happen inside this building.
Giving is not the same as joining the PTA. Purchasing the PTA Membership each year is how you get a vote and a voice. A donation is separate, and it's what actually funds the programs below. Many families do both. Either one helps.
Your gift makes a real difference
Classroom supplies for teachers
New books for the library
In-class enrichment like art and science activities
Field trips for every grade
After-school enrichment programs
Science Night, the Glow Family Dance Party, and the Pancake Breakfast
Family skate and bowling nights
Staff appreciation throughout the year
iExcel math software
None of this is covered by the school's budget. If the PTA doesn't fund it, it doesn't happen.
More ways to contribute
Passive Fundraisers
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Link your rewards card to Highland Terrace, and the school gets a donation. This won’t impact your savings or rewards in any way.es here
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Sign up for Smith Brothers Delivery and receive $15 off your first order, and they will donate $50 to HTPTA. No contracts or minimum orders, and you can cancel anytime. COUPON CODE: HTPTA
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During the holiday months, you can order wreaths and other decor items while supporting HT. These are made locally and make great gifts! HTPTA receives 15% of all orders.
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This takes place in the spring, and we sell tickets for HT families to attend a Mariners game together, with a % going back to the school. More details after the new year!
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Throughout the year, we will partner with local restaurants like Chipotle, Round Table, and Spiro’s Pizza for a night where they donate a percentage of sales to Highland Terrace!
Orca Pride Big Give
Our one big fundraising push of the year happens each fall. No wrapping paper, no catalogs, no asking your coworkers to buy anything. We ask families directly and then we're done.
Give what works for your family; your participation matters more than the amount. The grade with the highest participation percentage wins an extra recess with ice cream.
HTPTA Auction
This is our biggest fundraiser of the year! With an online auction culminating in an optional in-person party, it’s easy to participate and share with family. From fire truck rides to restaurant gift cards to homemade treats to vacations, there is something for everyone in the auction catalog. The beauty is you can bid from your couch, or for an awesome night out with parents, you can close the auction together at the party!
Shop Orca Wear. Spirit apparel sales support the PTA and your kid gets a hoodie out of it. Order windows are open a few times a year and are announced in the Orca Spout Out. The first order window is open now until 9/30. (Items ship after the window closes.)
The library wish list. The easiest way to give something tangible! Pick a title from our librarian's list, and it ships directly to the school and lands on the shelf.
Employer match: As a registered 501(c)(3), your employer may match your gift. Microsoft, Boeing, Amazon, and many other local employers match employee donations to nonprofits, often dollar for dollar.
Do you own a local business?
If you own a local business or work somewhere that supports community organizations, we'd love to talk about business sponsorships. Reach out to the PTA board here.
A note on giving…
No family has to donate and no student's experience depends on whether their family gave. Membership and volunteering matter just as much. If money is tight, please still join us. You belong here.