PTA PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS

Thanks to the incredible support of our families and community, the Viejo PTA is proud to provide a variety of programs and events that enrich every aspect of school life. Fueling academic growth, inspiring creativity through the arts, promoting health and wellness, and strengthening our strong sense of community. Through hands-on events, enriching activities, and dedicated support, we help create a vibrant, well-rounded school experience for every student.

Explore some of the programs below to learn more about its impact and how you can contribute.

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Academic Enrichment

• Field Trips: Extend classroom learning through real world experiences.

• Library Funding: Supports student literacy and staffing, made possible in part through donations from our Celebration Book Club and Book Fair.

• Read Across America Week: Promotes literacy with dress-up days, guest readers, and challenges.

• Science Fair: Inspires curiosity through student-led projects and interactive STEM activities.

• Spelling Bee: Builds vocabulary and bilingual literacy through friendly competition.

• Sports Tournaments: Friendly recess competitions that promote teamwork and physical fitness.

• Wax Museum: Students bring history to life with costumed presentations.

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Community-Building Events

• Family Festival: Our largest community fundraiser with games, food, music, and more!

• Trunk or Treat: A fun and safe Halloween celebration.

• Thanksgiving Potluck: Families share food and gratitude.

• Veterans Day Breakfast: Honors military members with a meaningful assembly and breakfast.

Arts & Expression

• After-School Theatre Program: Encourages creativity, performance skills, and confidence in a supportive environment

• Reflections Arts Program: National initiative encouraging student creativity in art, music, dance, literature, and more.

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Social & Emotional Enrichment

• Fun Fridays/Family Saturdays: Monthly family bonding events with casual, playful activities.

• Red Ribbon Week: Encourages healthy choices and community connection.

• Run Club: Encourages healthy habits while preparing for a community run.

School Spirit

• Spirit Wear: Apparel and gear to promote school pride and community.

• Yearbook: Captures the memories of the year through photos and creative design.

Teacher & Staff Support

• Teacher/Staff Appreciation Week: A week of thoughtful treats, decorations, and recognition.

• Teacher Enrichment: From Teacher Appreciation Week to everyday support with supplies and programs, we’re here to uplift and assist our educators so they can focus on what matters most, our students.

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Campus Beautification

• Garden Program: Monthly garden clean-up days and planting activities throughout the year. Supported by community donations and partnerships, our garden continues to thrive and inspire.

• Recycling Program: Promotes shared responsibility and environmental awareness

Yearlong Fundraisers

• Ralphs Community Rewards: Support simply by swiping your Ralphs Rewards card; when you link it to our school, Ralphs donates a percentage of your purchases at no extra cost to you.

• Box Tops for Education: Scan your grocery receipts with the Box Tops app to earn money for our school all year long.

• Dine Out Nights: Join us for monthly meals at local restaurants, with a portion of proceeds donated back to Viejo.

• Paleta Sales: Every Friday after school, enjoy a sweet treat while helping our 5th graders fund their science camp and end-of-year activities.

• Tanaka Farms CSA Program: Sign up for a produce subscription box and a percentage of each order comes back to our school.

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