How to Get Involved
Here at Foothills, we love and appreciate our volunteers! We believe a major component of our school’s success is strong parent and community involvement. Below are several ways parents can get involved.
Parent Teacher Organization (PTO)
Our Foothills PTO is a group of dedicated parent volunteers who collaborate with staff to support our school community. Volunteers are needed throughout the school year to help plan, coordinate, and host a variety of events. There is something for everyone, including volunteering at the school, prepping for events at home, and lending a helping hand during events.
Many PTO events also function as fundraisers for Foothills. Our main fundraiser is the Fall Fun Run. We use these funds to:
- Host a variety of free schoolwide events
- Sponsor classroom grants and annual projects
- Stock the coveted Foothills PRIDE cart
- Support staff appreciation and much more
All Foothills parents are automatically PTO members; we do not have membership fees or dues. Our quarterly PTO meetings are held inside the Foothills library after school. We highly encourage parents to attend, and children are always welcome. Communication is key to our PTO’s success. Expect to receive weekly PTO updates in addition to the school’s weekly announcements.
Please join us in making a positive impact at Foothills! Follow our Foothills Families Facebook group for specific event information and current volunteer opportunities, or you can email our PTO directly. Look ahead by visiting our school’s calendar, which also includes PTO events.
Grants
- At the beginning of each school year, the Foothills PTO strives to fund every classroom, specials class, and grade-level teacher team with additional funds to kick off the year. Grade-level teams can also use their funds on or towards local field trips or their annual culmination events, such as Greek Day.
- Twice a year, our PTO offers Foothills teachers and staff an opportunity to submit funding requests for current or new programs, activity equipment, furniture, books, classroom supplies, and more.
PTO Sponsored Foothills Events
- Fall Fun Run and Spirit Week
- Spring Silent Auction Fundraiser
- Holiday Staff Treat Exchange
- Coordinate Room Parents for Class Parties
- K-2 and 3-5 Grade Level Dances (Free!)
- Bingo Night (Free!)
- Trivia Night (Free!)
- Local Restaurant Fundraisers
- Skate City Nights
- Staff Appreciation Week
- Staff Meals during Parent/Teacher Conferences
- Support Staff during Hearing & Vision Screening and School Picture Days
All classroom volunteers must complete a background check. Get started now with the application process at ASD20.org.
More Volunteer Opportunities at Foothills
Learning Garden Committee
Our outdoor Foothills Learning Garden is an integral part of our school’s STEAM program (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math). Our garden covers approximately 5,000 square feet with 22 4x8 beds for community members and 18 4x10 beds for the school. Our Garden Committee volunteers can always use a helping hand. To learn more, please email the committee or contact our Foothills STEAM coordinator.
School Accountability Committee (SAC)
The School Accountability Committee is a group of parent volunteers and staff members who serve as a communication link between the school and the community. The SAC also functions as a sounding board for ideas related to new and ongoing school policies and programs.