Get Involved

PTO is proud to announce we have a NEW (Optional) text message platform. We'll be using this new platform to send event reminders and volunteering info to our GFE community.

GFE parents, guardians, teachers, and staff can opt-in to the text message program by texting "JOIN" to our number (888) 660-1574. Please save our number in your contacts as GFE PTO so you know who's texting you.

To learn more about the program and guidelines, please jump over to our Privacy Policy.

If you have any additional questions, please email us at gladdenfarmspto@gmail.com

Looking to volunteer? Here's a quick list of this month's volunteer opportunities:

• Watch D.O.G.S are looking for male role models. Reach out to Ms. Beth Kelley for info and sign ups.

• August 14th is Picture Day - We need volunteers to help photographers move kids quickly, and keep kids quiet in the commons.

• Halloween Dance prep starts in August - we need committee members!

• Vendor Fair prep has kicked off - we need help sharing on social - let vendors know to sign up!

• All Parents/Community Members - we need help hunting down donations to give away as prizes/raffle baskets - we give prizes all year long!

• All Parents/Community Members - Put on your thinking caps - we need Fundraising/Sponsorship Ideas!!

Reach out to Ana Dozier, Secretary, about volunteering at gladdenfarmspto@gmail.com

Get ready for the Scholastic Book Fair—our favorite time of year! This exciting event comes twice a year, and brings a fantastic selection of books for all ages. We’re looking for volunteers to help make it a success by assisting with book sales. Whether you can lend a hand for a few hours or the whole day, your support makes a big difference! Sign up and help us inspire a love for reading.

Fall Book Fair is Oct 20th - Oct 24th - Volunteer Here and/or add money to your child's account.

Spring Book Fair is coming soon - Volunteer Here and/or add money to your child's account.

The Box Tops for Education program is a fantastic way for our school to earn extra funds for important resources and activities, AND in this digital age, participating has become even easier with the Box Tops app.

After downloading the app, you simply scan your store receipts within 14 days of purchase, and the app automatically identifies any eligible products, crediting the school with the earnings.

We would like to encourage everyone to download the Box Tops app, select Gladden Farms Elementary as your school, and start scanning your receipts today. Together, we can help provide the best possible learning environment for our students.

Our dedicated teachers are the heart of our school, and they could use your support to create extraordinary learning experiences for our students. Consider volunteering to assist teachers in the classroom - whether it's helping with breakout groups, reading with students, assisting with art projects, or coordinating class parties, your involvement can have a profound impact on student success and teacher morale. Contact your teacher to coordinate.

Did you know that GFE has committees? COVID had a hand in the structure of our PTO, but we were able to bring them back during the 24-25 school year. 

There are currently 4 "large event" committees for the 25-26 school year, and many more volunteer opportunities available.  Our current committees are: Halloween Dance, Kid's Choice Event, the Fun Run, and our 10-Year Celebration/Birthday Bash. 

We will make a call for volunteers on our social media pages and have sign up links on the website. 

Please reach out and learn more about committees, responsibilities, time commitments, and other volunteer opportunities. Events run much smoother when we have volunteers!

gladdenfarmspto@gmail.com

Support Gladden Farms Elementary and Gladden Farms Elementary PTO with your everyday purchases or through your company! The following companies generously give back a percentage of your purchase to our school when you mention the school and/or the PTO at checkout. It's a simple way to contribute to our students' success while shopping at your favorite places. Every purchase makes a difference!

• American Furniture Warehouse - 2% - 4%

• Fry's Reward Program - you might have to be a rewards member, and you select the school at your checkout

• Office Depot - 5%

• Caterpillar Gift Matching - Caterpillar employees can donate to GFE and Caterpillar will match your donation. Login here.

If you know of more, send them our way, we'll add them to the list!

Join us in celebrating Reading Week every March by volunteering to be a guest reader in your child's classroom! It's an exciting opportunity to share the joy of reading with our young learners and foster a love for literature. Reach out to your child's teacher to coordinate a date and time that suits both of your schedules. Let's come together to make every Reading Week memorable.

Our school has been embarking on a major initiative to enhance reading and comprehension skills among our students. They have been breaking into Literature Labs (Lit Labs), where students engage in small group reading activities tailored to their reading skill levels. We're on the lookout for enthusiastic volunteers to assist in these sessions. Give the office a call to learn more about volunteering for Lit Labs.

Lunch breaks are bustling with activity, and we could use a helping hand! We're seeking volunteers to assist with various tasks during this busy time, including monitoring the lunchroom, assisting younger students with their lunch boxes, and tidying up between grade transitions. Lunches are scheduled from 10:30 am to 12:30 pm, and your support during this period would be immensely appreciated. Contact the front office to ask about being a Lunch Helper.

We're looking for picture-perfect team members! We need volunteers to ensure every kid’s hair is perfect, every smile is genuine, and no one has spinach in their teeth. Volunteer sign ups will be posted in our Private Facebook Group (for parents/teachers/staff) and in the school newsletter (Tuesday Bulletin Email). Help capture those priceless school moments!

Fall Picture Day is August 14th  - sign up to volunteer!

Spring Picture Day is TBD

Subscribe to the GFE YouTube Channel – it’s a fun way to stay connected with what's happening at our school. Each day, our Media Club students highlight important announcements and provide insights into our school community.

By watching, you can stay informed about upcoming events and school news but also get a glimpse into the activities and initiatives happening at school every day. We invite you to subscribe to the channel and to join us in celebrating the accomplishments of our students.

Take a moment to explore your teacher's wish lists – a simple yet impactful way to support education from the comfort of your own home. Whether it's providing essential classroom supplies or enriching learning materials, your involvement makes a significant difference.

We will have updated teacher lists for the 2025-2026 school year, in the meantime...

Here are the 2024-2025 Teacher Wish Lists

You can share on social and use #clearthelist, a national hashtag used by larger corporations to clear teacher wish lists.

Hey there, awesome dads, grandfathers, uncles, and all male role models! Watch D.O.G.S (Dads of Great Students) is on the lookout for superheroes like you to join our team. Whether you're up for helping out at events or simply lending your positive presence in the building, your involvement makes a world of difference. With flexible volunteering options available any day of the week, it's easy to find a schedule that works for you. 

Reach out to Associate Principal Beth Kelley at B.L.Kelley@maranausd.org to learn more about how you can get involved and make a meaningful impact. Let's show our students the power of positive male role models! 

We invite businesses, organizations, parents, and community members to join us in supporting the success of our students. With your generous donations, we can continue to enrich our school environment, provide valuable resources, and organize exciting events that inspire and engage our students.

Donate today!