Purdy Elementary PTA

Thanks for all of your support over the years, Purdy Topsoil and Gravel!

We need to grow our PTA! Many of the current PTA members have students in 5th grade and will be moving on after this year. The reality is that without the support of more volunteers, many of the events and programs that make our school such a wonderful and special place could fade away. We are actively looking for parents of younger students to start to get involved in the PTA.

Visit our GiveBacks website to purchase your membership. Learn more in the quick FAQ below (with more details on the Frequently Asked Questions page of the PTA website) and join our next PTA meeting that’s open to the public on Tuesday, December 9th from 7-8 pm. Contact PTA President Ron Cochran at Ronald.ThomasCochran@pm.me or 425-443-1467 with any questions. We hope to see you there!

What is the PTA?

Our mission is to help students realize their full potential by engaging and empowering families through organizing volunteer and financial support for school programs and activities that enhance the educational opportunities of Purdy’s students, staff and community.

How much money does the Purdy PTA fundraise each year and what does it support?

The PTA goal is to raise $100,000 through the PTA “Under the Sea” Auction on March 28th, 2026 to fund programming for the next two years. Every day our teachers and students use the tools and materials funded by the PTA, including for field trips, staff member grants, field day, talent show, Panther Paw rewards, and more!

Who is part of the Purdy PTA?

The PTA is a small but mighty group of parents, teachers, and community members. Visit the “About” page to see the list of current Board Members. We invite you to join us! Visit our GiveBacks website to purchase your membership.

What does the Purdy PTA do?

The PTA organizes beloved activities like the Monster Mash, Make It Take It, Teacher Appreciation Week, Popcorn Fridays, Purdy Spirit Wear, the Yearbook, school musicals, and Camp Seymour for our fifth graders. Check out the “Events” page to view the calendar of PTA events.

How often does the Purdy PTA meet?

The Purdy PTA hosts open meetings every other month. The next meeting is coming up on Tuesday, December 9th from 7-8 pm in the Purdy Elementary School library. Please use this Zoom link to join if you are unable to attend in person: https://zoom.us/j/95270260613 

Is there a cost to join the Purdy PTA?

The cost to join the Purdy PTA is $25 for each family and $15 for teachers. Your membership fee contributes to supporting the mission of the Purdy PTA. Visit our GiveBacks website to purchase your membership.

How can I get involved with the Purdy PTA?

Join us for our next meeting (by Zoom or in person) to learn about what opportunities are available. There are plenty of ways to contribute, even from home. From small tasks to larger responsibilities, your involvement—no matter how much time you can spare—makes a huge difference!

View more information on the Frequently Asked Questions page of the Purdy PTA website.

Looking for gift ideas? We’ve got Purdy families covered! The Purdy PTA partners with 1st Place Spiritwear to offer a wide selection of Purdy Elementary clothing and gear to students and families in our community, with a portion of the proceeds benefiting PTA programs at Purdy.

Shop now to find the perfect gifts, while supporting the Purdy PTA and our school. We can’t wait to see you showing your school spirit around Purdy!

• When? Tuesday, December 2nd or Wednesday, December 3rd from 3:30 – 5:30 pm
• Where? Purdy Elementary Gymnasium
• What? Make It Take It is a cherished, fun event where Purdy students can make hand-made gifts for loved ones. The cost is $15 per student. There are two registration links based on the night you’d like to attend, so please sign up soon—spots are limited and fill quickly. (Kindergartners need to have an adult attend the event with their student to assist with these projects.)
  • Register your student for Tuesday, Dec. 2nd
  • Register your student for Wednesday, Dec. 3rd

Calling all Volunteers!

The PTA puts in tremendous work to plan this event each year and it would not be possible without our amazing volunteers! There are volunteer shifts available each day from 3-6 pm and we need 25 volunteers for each. Your role as a volunteer may include getting registered students from their classroom to the gym, passing out snack, and helping our creative students make a holiday craft. This is a fun way to get involved that only comes up once every year! Click the link below to sign up. Additional details are in the flyer below.

Sign up to volunteer via SignUpGenius!

The PTA is proud and excited to add another fun holiday event for Purdy Students! During the week of December 9^th – 13^th studentswill have an opportunity to shop for gifts at our Penguin Patch Holiday Shop! The Shop will be located on the stage in the gym during lunch and recess from 11:30 – 12:30. Participation is completely optional. Gifts range in price from 25 cents to $15, and there is something for everyone.

This week, look for a flyer and a budget envelope to come home with your student. You can even make the budget envelope a fun math lesson for your student! Students can have funds to use at the shop with:

1. Cash inside their envelope
2. A check inside their envelope (made out to Purdy Elementary PTA – note, no change can be given if paying via check)
3. Penguin Pay:  https://penguinpatch.com/penguinpay/TGKQMP

We are so excited to host this amazing event! We need elves (volunteers!) to run our shop each day! Please sign up here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0A4CAFA922A3F8CE9-53512221-purdy#/

If you have any questions, please contact Maria Beaudette purdyptaprez@gmail.com 425-922-9856

Please note that this event is NOT Make It Take It and does not replace it! Please see the Parent Square post or our website for information/registration for Make It Take It. The Penguin Patch Shop is a new activity this year and is also a fundraiser for the PTA. 

Make It Take It is a fabulous annual event presented by the Purdy PTA. Students have the opportunity to make special hand crafted projects that can be gifted to family and friends. The event will be held on December 11th & 12th from 3:30 – 5:30. Kindergarteners must be accompanied by a parent.

Sign up to Volunteer Here!

Register to attend!

We are excited to host another annual Monster Mash! Please see below flyer for important information!

We can’t put on this event without our amazing volunteers, SIGN UP TO VOLUNTEER HERE!

We also are accepting CANDY DONATIONS! Please bring donations to Purdy and “feed the candy monster” by filling up the bin in the front hallway.

Popcorn Fridays are back! And we need volunteers! This is a great way to help support the Purdy Elementary PTA put on this much loved WEEKLY event for the Purdy Students.

Sign Up to Volunteer Here!!

At Purdy Elementary, students are at the heart of everything we do! The PTA Fun Run fundraiser is more than a day of fun – it’s a chance for our community to come together and invest in our school to ensure we have the resources our students and staff need to thrive in and out of the classroom. The funds raised will go directly towards events, supplies, and experiences that make learning exciting and impactful. This is our biggest fundraiser of the year.

Every donation, no matter the size, brings us closer to achieving our goal. Whether you sponsor a runner, make a one-time gift, or encourage others to give – we appreciate your generosity. There are processing fees – cash and checks also accepted.

Register for the Fun Run Here!

Your donations will help pay for:
Art, PE, Music, STEM
Teacher grants
Field trips and assemblies
Community building events