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At the heart of every thriving school is a caring community, and at the heart of that community is the Parent-Teacher Association (PTA). This year, we embrace the theme “Grow With Us: Nourish and Tend the Same Garden,” reminding us that when we all care for the same space—our school—we help every student bloom.

Tending the Garden Every Day

You don’t have to be in the spotlight to make a big difference. PTA members contribute in ways both big and small to make daily impacts at Douglas:

Organizing and volunteering for school events like book fairs, family nights, and field days creates joyful, lasting memories for children. No matter the skill set or interest, we welcome all! Fill out The Volunteer Interest Form today!
Volunteering in the classroom provides hands-on support for teachers and students alike.
Fundraising efforts supply vital resources, such as classroom supplies, teacher and staff support, cultural arts experiences, updated technology, field trips, and more.
Become a Monthly Sustainer Your generous monthly contribution can create a remarkable difference in our operations! This wonderful support empowers us to manage unexpected challenges and guarantees that every corner of Douglas thrives with the assistance it needs. To discover more about the impact you can make, please visit HERE.
Advocating for students’ needs ensures every child has a voice and feels seen.

Every gesture, from sending in snacks to helping in the garden to leading a committee, is like water to a growing plant. Small actions, when done consistently, create a lush, supportive environment where kids can thrive.

Why It Matters

When students see families actively involved in school life, they feel valued. That sense of belonging boosts confidence, encourages academic success, and fosters resilience. PTA is more than a support group—it’s a movement that tells our children:
“You matter. Your education matters. And we’re growing with you.”

Join Us—Let’s Grow Together 🌿

Whether you can give one hour a month or one hour a week, there’s a place for you in our garden. You don’t need special skills—just a willing heart.

Together, let’s nourish our school. Let’s cultivate kindness, opportunity, and achievement. Let’s grow with purpose. Don’t wait, click here to join today!

💚 Join the PTA today and help our students bloom, every single day.

As we’ve now wrapped up the 2023-24 school year, the Douglas PTA Board would like to thank you for the generous support of your time, energy, and funding during the past year. With your support, the PTA was able to provide for Douglas students and teachers in a variety of ways, including:

Supporting our teachers and staff throughout the year with catered meals on Douglas family nights, Teacher Appreciation Week, holidays, as well as a monthly snack cart
Upgrading the school’s communication system with 18 new digital Walkie Talkies to be better fitted for emergency situations, in addition to being utilized during carpool
Hosting the first School-wide dance post pandemic
Purchasing nine 100% non-toxic, child-accessible, and extremely durable modular beds for the new Douglas community garden
Ordering over $14,000 of Scholastic books for the media center through your support of the Book Fair
Purchasing 24 new scooters and Omnikin balls for the Physical Education Specialist
Funding $5,000 for four Cultural Arts performances including artist Michael Beadle, artist and workshop with Virginia Maier, performances of The Magic of African Rhythm and Didgeridoo Down Under
Planning Spirit Nights throughout the year at local restaurants and businesses
Supporting Fall Family Night and Arts & Science Night
Providing a hot dog dinner to all families that attended Arts & Science Night
Providing $4,000 in teacher reimbursements throughout the year for needed classroom supplies and materials
Covering the cost for another year where our students can participate in Odyssey of the Mind
Purchasing 24 durable steel outdoor portable combo desks for an outdoor learning classroom in our existing pavilion
Purchasing 2 new wheelchair accessible picnic tables with steel construction to protect against the elements
Ordering and installing a new portable bike rack that can hold up to 18 bikes
Purchasing 3 new 6 ft. park benches
Funding the annual Spring Musical “Imagine a Dragon”
Supporting Field Day with supplies, materials, and refreshments
Creating the Dragon Box, a needs based support system of gift cards utilized by school counselors and social workers for food, gas, clothing, etc.
Stocking the Teachers’ Lounges with coffees, teas, and creamers
Planning and funding the 5th Grade Reception, including pizza and t-shirts for all 5th grade students
Hosting three major fundraisers: DragonFire, RaiseCraze, and the Silent Auction
Ordering replacement drum caps for the outdoor musical playground
Purchasing new chalkboards for the Kindergarten playground
Planning and hosting the beloved Variety Show
And much more!

We are so thankful for everyone in our Douglas community and all that goes into supporting each and every student. We hope that you will join the PTA this year (no volunteering is necessary to be a member). If you’d like to volunteer with the PTA next year, complete this google form to get involved for the 2024-25 school year. Not sure which committee or events to pick? Check out our Committee Descriptions. With your continued support, the Douglas PTA stands ready to support teachers and staff as we are already planning for next year!