activities · 20
what they do
direct service · 17
- Community outreach and support Comfort and Care Kits DistributionOrganized a Toy Drive to collect toys for students at Campo Bello Elementary.
- Conduct annual fundraising events Charity Sports & Recreation TournamentsOrganizes recurring fundraising events such as the Sky Crossing Aviator Golf Tournament and community toy drives, including a drive that collected toys for students at Campo Bello Elementary.
- Coordinate volunteer and family engagement activitiesUses an online platform to coordinate volunteer sign-ups, manage school supply purchases, collect donations, sell spirit wear, and provide member-only content for families to enhance school community engagement.
- Coordinating volunteer efforts Volunteer Mobilization & ManagementUses an online platform to coordinate volunteer efforts and provides online access for volunteer sign-up.
- Facilitating school-related purchases and services School Yearbook and Memory Preservation ProgramsProvides online access for school supply purchases, spirit wear, and member-only content for families, and facilitates the ordering of yearbooks.
- Facilitating school-related purchases and services School Yearbook and Memory Preservation ProgramsProvides online access for school supply purchases, spirit wear, and facilitates the ordering of yearbooks for families.
- Fund classroom and curriculum enhancements through fundraising School Facility & Playground ImprovementsUses proceeds from annual fundraisers to fund a range of educational enhancements, including STEAM programs, PBIS initiatives, enrichment funds, library books, field trips, classroom supplies, recess equipment, staff training, and substitute teacher coverage.
- Funding school enhancements and programs School Facility & Playground ImprovementsFunds classroom and curriculum enhancements, including STEAM, PBIS, enrichment funds, library books, field trips, classroom supplies, recess equipment, staff training, and substitute teacher funding, using proceeds from annual fundraisers.
- Funding school enhancements and programs School Facility & Playground ImprovementsFunds classroom and curriculum enhancements, including STEAM, PBIS, enrichment funds, library books, field trips, classroom supplies, recess equipment, staff training, and substitute teacher funding, using proceeds from annual fundraisers. Also supports the school by purchasing technology, programs, and materials not covered by the school budget.
- Hold regular PTO meetings Member Meetings and ConventionsConducts general PTO meetings on a recurring basis, including dates such as September 10, 2025, November 12, 2025, and January 7, 2026, to coordinate activities and engage stakeholders.
- Host academic and community eventsOrganizes and hosts school-wide events including the Sky Crossing Spelling Bee, PBIS Awards Ceremony, and Coffee with Caudle meetings to support student achievement and family engagement.
- Organize and host STEAM Night event STEM Showcase & Expo EventsPlans and hosts an annual STEAM Night featuring hands-on science, technology, engineering, arts, and math activities, a mobile planetarium, and student art displays to engage students and families.
- Organizing and hosting school events School Community Engagement EventsOrganizes and hosts various school events such as a STEAM Night, an annual golf tournament (Sky Crossing Aviator Golf Tournament), the Sky Crossing Spelling Bee, and a PBIS Awards Ceremony.
- Organizing and hosting school events School Community Engagement EventsOrganizes and hosts various school events such as STEAM Night, the Sky Crossing Spelling Bee, and a PBIS Awards Ceremony.
- Organizing fundraising eventsOrganizes annual fundraising events such as the Sky Crossing Aviator Golf Tournament to generate funds for school support.
- Support school operations and technology needs School Yearbook and Memory Preservation ProgramsPurchases technology, programs, and materials not covered by the school budget and facilitates yearbook ordering to support school operations and student experiences.
- Supporting other schools through donations Comfort and Care Kits DistributionOrganized a Toy Drive to collect toys for students at Campo Bello Elementary.
capacity building · 3
- Coordinating volunteer efforts School Volunteer CoordinationUses an online platform to coordinate volunteer efforts for various school activities and needs.
- Provide capacity-building support to teachers Teacher Mini-Grants for Classroom ProjectsSupports teachers in acquiring classroom supplies through programs like APS Supply My Classroom, exemplified by Ms. Pantier receiving $500 for her classroom.
- Supporting teachers with classroom supplies Teacher Mini-Grants for Classroom ProjectsSupports teachers in purchasing classroom supplies, exemplified by providing funds through programs like APS Supply My Classroom.
strategies · 20
how they think
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- Collaborative, community-engaged education model community-engaged educationIntegrates the efforts of parents, teachers, students, and the broader community to improve learning and socialization through shared responsibility, educational enrichment, and open communication.
- Community Volunteer Engagement community_volunteer_engagementThe organization actively engages parents and community members as volunteers to directly support and enrich student activities, leveraging community resources for educational benefit.
- Community-Engaged Education community-engaged educationThe organization believes in combining the efforts of parents, teachers, students, and the broader community to enhance learning and socialization through educational enrichment and open communication.
- Community-Engaged Education community-engaged educationThe organization believes that by combining the efforts of parents, teachers, students, and the broader community, it can enhance learning and socialization through educational enrichment and open communication.
- Comprehensive Program Funding comprehensive_program_fundingThe organization funds a diverse range of academic and enrichment programs, including STEAM and robotics, alongside student events and incentives, to provide a well-rounded educational experience.
- Digital Coordination for Efficiency digital_coordinationThe organization utilizes an online platform to streamline communication, coordination, and administrative tasks, thereby improving efficiency and fostering collaboration among stakeholders.
- Efficient Digital Coordination digital_coordinationThe organization utilizes an online platform to streamline communication, coordination, and administrative tasks, aiming to improve overall efficiency and collaboration among stakeholders.
- Engage parents and community as volunteers community_volunteer_engagementMobilizes parents and community members to actively support student enrichment activities, increasing capacity and fostering community investment in education.
- Fund comprehensive academic and enrichment programs comprehensive_program_fundingProvides financial support for a broad range of educational initiatives, including STEAM, robotics, student events, and incentives, to enhance student learning and engagement beyond the standard curriculum.
- Hands-on STEAM engagement for students hands-on_steamPromotes student participation in science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics through interactive, experiential learning and scientific discovery.
- Independent PTO Model independent_pto_modelThe organization operates independently from the school district (PVUSD), allowing for greater autonomy in decision-making and program implementation.
- Independent PTO Model independent_pto_modelThe organization operates independently from the school district (PVUSD), allowing it greater autonomy in its operations and decision-making to best serve the school community.
- Informal Community Engagement with Leadership community_engagementThe organization hosts informal gatherings, such as 'Coffee with Caudle,' to facilitate direct dialogue between school leadership and parents, fostering open communication and community involvement.
- Low-Cost, High-Yield Fundraising low-cost high-yield fundraisingThe organization conducts an annual Sponsorship Campaign to secure cash or in-kind donations from corporate and individual sponsors, a strategy designed to maximize fundraising while minimizing expenses.
- Low-Cost, High-Yield Fundraising low-cost high-yield fundraisingThe organization conducts an annual Sponsorship Campaign to secure cash or in-kind donations from corporate and individual sponsors, aiming to maximize fundraising while minimizing expenses.
- Low-cost, high-yield fundraising through sponsorships low-cost high-yield fundraisingRuns an annual Sponsorship Campaign targeting corporate and individual donors to secure cash or in-kind contributions, maximizing resources while minimizing fundraising costs.
- Maintain independent PTO structure independent_pto_modelOperates as an independent organization separate from the school district (PVUSD), allowing for autonomous decision-making and resource allocation.
- Regular Meetings for Activity Coordination regular_meetingsThe organization convenes regular general meetings to effectively coordinate parent-teacher organization activities, ensuring smooth operation and alignment of efforts.
- STEAM Engagement through Hands-on ActivitiesThe organization engages students in science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics (STEAM) by providing hands-on activities and opportunities for scientific discovery, fostering practical learning and interest in these fields.
- Use digital tools for coordination and communication digital_coordinationLeverages an online platform to streamline administrative tasks, coordination, and communication among stakeholders, improving operational efficiency and collaboration.
named programs · 5
what they call their work
Art Masterpiece Program
Program that brings student art to events and supports art education at the school.
Aviator Golf Tournament
Annual golf tournament that raises funds for the PTO while engaging the school community and sponsors.
PBIS Awards Ceremony
School-wide recognition event supporting Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS) to encourage positive student behavior.
Ready, Set, Jet Fund
Primary fundraising campaign that supports classroom enhancements, curriculum enrichment, field trips, library books, recess equipment, and staff training.
STEAM Night
Annual event featuring hands-on science activities, a mobile planetarium, AZ Science Center stations, and student art from the Art Masterpiece Program.
relationships · 19
who they work with
- APS Supply My Classroom program Partner — Provides funding to teachers for classroom supplies.
- ASM Music Funder — Listed as a "Wheels Up Sponsor"
- AZ Science Center Partner — Provides activity stations for STEAM Night.
- Campo Bello Elementary Partner — Recipient of toys collected during the Toy Drive.
- Chrissie Cline Funder — Listed as a "Pilot Sponsor"
- Desert Ridge Animal Hospital Funder — Listed as a "High Altitude Sponsor"
- Desert Ridge Pediatric Dentistry Funder — Listed as a "Commuter Sponsor"
- Elite Jewelers Funder — Listed as a "Wheels Up Sponsor"
- I9 Sports Funder — Listed as a "Pilot Sponsor"
- Kumon Funder — Listed as a "Commuter Sponsor"
- Mathnasium Funder — Listed as a "High Altitude Sponsor"
- Membership Toolkit Partner — Technology platform used to manage PTO operations including volunteer coordination, communications, and purchases.
- North Valley Ortho Funder — Listed as a "Wheels Up Sponsor"
- Ogborne Law Funder — Listed as a "High Altitude Sponsor"
- PVUSD Government — School district with which the PTO operates independently.
- Paradise Valley United Parent Council Network — District-wide parent organization that provides support, information, and advocacy opportunities for PTO members within the Paradise Valley Unified School District.
- RE/MAX Funder — Listed as a "Pilot Sponsor"
- Sky Crossing Elementary Partner — PTO supports the school by funding programs and materials not covered by the school's budget.
- signup.com Partner — Used as a platform to manage volunteer sign-ups for events.