Programs & Events
What we do.....
The Brookside Parent Club funds and organizes dozens of projects and events throughout the year that directly support and enhance the educational experience of our students, teachers and community. From supplemental materials and educational programs to field trips and family dances, Parent Club plays a crucial role in making Brookside Elementary School a magical place where all our kids can thrive.
TEACHER & STAFF APPRECIATION
• Provide funds for room parents and volunteers to purchase individual gifts for all
teachers and staff
• Organize a week of teacher and staff pampering during Teacher Appreciation
Week
• Provide treats and special recognition events to show community's graditude
SUPPLEMENTAL CLASSROOM MATERIALS
• Coordinate & purchase extra back-to-school supplies with teacher
• Provide funds for additional teacher & staff needs throughout the year
• Purchase extra equipment used during PE Classes and during recess by all
grade levels
FIELD TRIPS & CLASSROOM ACTIVITIES
• Provide teachers with funding for all-day field trips across all grades
• Fund scholarships to support families taking part in 4th & 5th grade overnight
field trips
• Supply room parents with volunteer support and funds to plan class parties
and activities
STUDENT PROGRAMS
• Cover costs of annual Poetry Program for 2nd, 3rd, 4th & 5th Grades
• Provide funding for student clubs (Green Team, Executive Council etc)
• Support Brookside's participation in the Safe Routes to School Program
and coordinate monthly Walk & Roll Wednesday events
CAMPUS & COMMUNITY ENRICHMENT
• Fund school garden and organize volunteers to guide students in class
• Establish regular campus cleanup events and fund improvements
• Manage school's Lost & Found program
• Plan community building events including Bear Bash, Family Dances,
and Game Nights
SCHOOL-WIDE COMMUNITY EVENTS
2025 - 26
Oct. 18
Sept. 25
Nov. 21
Jan. 29
Jan. 31
March 14
March 20-21
March 27
May 2
Campus Work Day + Book & Garden Fair
YES! Party w/ Purpose
Variety Show
Family Game Night
Campus Work Day
Campus Work Day
Brookside YES! Play Performances
Move-a-Thon Family
Family Dance