PTA Organization
PTA Committees
Just a note of thanks to all of our amazing volunteers! Your dedicated time—whether it’s an hour on a Zoom call or weeks spent rebuilding a website—have a major impact on how we can support our students. Thank you to all of our teams of parents, students, and teachers who show up whenever they can.
Become a Room Parent and/or join our many parent volunteers who run our programs and events throughout the year. If you are interested in leadership opportunities or developing a new program for the school, we would love to hear from you! Please contact president@harringtonpta.org or you can sign up using Membership Toolkit Harrington Elementary School PTA - Open Forms (membershiptoolkit.com)
Vacant Position :
Movie Night event Lead : Lead a team of volunteers to organize and plan a movie night. Effort includes selecting a movie, setting up popcorn and candy table with help of PTA board and pizza sale conducted by 5th grade graduation committee. Communication support for the event.
Community Cultural Share Night Co Lead : Support the lead and a team of volunteers to organize a multicultural night. This is a special night to bring our community together while celebrating the customs, games, and history of countries from around the world.
Curriculum Support
The PTA supports a variety of academic and enrichment programs for students, including:
| Program | Description |
|---|---|
| ACT/Science Enrichment | Support for advanced science and ACT test prep activities. |
| Math Mornings & Nights | Math enrichment sessions before and after school. |
| Big Backyard | Outdoor learning and environmental education. |
| Library | Support for the school library and reading programs. |
| Map Night | Family night focused on geography and maps. |
| Understanding Our Differences | Programs promoting diversity and inclusion. |
Fundraising
The PTA organizes multiple fundraising events throughout the year:
| Event | Details |
|---|---|
| Spring Fair | Annual fair with games, food, and community fun. |
| Fall Fundraiser | Seasonal fundraiser supporting PTA programs. |
| Partnerships/Sponsors | Collaborations with local businesses and sponsors. |
| Spirit Wear | Sale of Harrington branded clothing and gear. |
| Picture Day | Organizing school picture day logistics. |
School Support
Supporting students, staff, and families through:
| Program | Description |
|---|---|
| 5th Grade Graduation | Organizing end-of-year celebrations for 5th graders. |
| Room Parents | Coordinating parent volunteers for classroom activities. |
| Teacher & Staff Appreciation | Events and gifts to honor the school staff. |
| Routes to School | Programs to support safe walking and biking routes. |
| Green Team | Environmental initiatives and recycling programs. |
| Lost & Found | Managing lost items and return processes. |
Communications
Keeping families informed and connected:
| Channel | Purpose |
|---|---|
| Weekly Comms | Weekly emails and newsletters. |
| Flyers/School Folders | Paper communications sent home with students. |
| Website | Updating the school and PTA website content. |
| Social Media | Managing Facebook, Twitter, and other social platforms. |
Membership
Membership related activities and programs:
| Program | Description |
|---|---|
| Membership Directory | Maintaining and distributing a directory of PTA members. |
| Kindergarten Orientation | Welcoming new families and orienting incoming kindergartners. |
Community Building
Events and programs that build community spirit:
| Event | Description |
|---|---|
| METCO Family Friends | Support for METCO families and cultural exchange. |
| Harrington Hurrah | Annual community celebration and fun day. |
| Talent Show | Showcase of student talents and performances. |
| Science Fair | Annual science project showcase. |
DID YOU Know???
PTA funds from membership, fundraisers, and donations directly support our efforts in three key areas. Here’s how our PTA programming breaks down in a typical year…
Enrichment Programs
The PTA delivers interactive student learning opportunities through Arts Created Together (ACT) and Science programs from the Museum of Science, Discovery Museum, New England Aquarium, and many others. We work closely with Harrington and other LPS teachers and staff to support curriculum enrichment programs, including Big Backyard and Math Mornings.
Community Building
The Harrington community serves our students best when we work together. That’s why the PTA focuses on connecting families through METCO Family Friends, Room Parents, Teacher Appreciation Week, and during our traditional welcome back to school event, the Harrington Hurrah, and our favorite end-of-the-year celebration, the Spring Fair. We support programs that help our students to grow, like Understanding Our Differences. And we bring interactive events (Talent Show, Science Fair, International Night, the Fun Run, Movie Nights, and Ninja Warrior Night) to all of our students and their families.
Classroom & School Resources
Each year, the PTA offers funds for our educators to bring new ideas into the classroom or to simply stock up on everyday needs for our students. PTA funds directly support enhancement projects, such as the meditation garden, or the purchase of new playground features. During this very unique 2020–2021 school year, the PTA will be working closely with Harrington and LPS to find solutions for outdoor space and classroom opportunities.
