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The Lakeridge Ask Campaign is the PTA’s main fundraiser for the year.  The money you donate to the Lakeridge PTA goes only to Lakeridge and is used to positively impact all kids, that year.

Rather than have numerous fundraisers throughout the year, the PTA asks upfront for what the school needs for the whole year. Year after year, PTA members have found this is less confusing and less work for everyone involved.

Since this directly impacts Lakeridge kids this year, we strive for 100% family participation!

For the 2024-25 school year, the Lakeridge Ask is $300 per child. Please note that this is only a suggested amount, any contribution toward these essential support programs would be appreciated.

WHY IS IT CRITICAL TO DONATE TO THE LAKERIDGE ASK? 

Mercer Island School District (MISD) is perceived to be a fully funded, richly supported school system due to the top-rated, excellent education that students are provided every year.  However, perception is not reality. The reality is that state and federal governments do NOT fully fund the education that MISD students receive. YOUR PTA donations are the difference that sets our school apart and allows Lakeridge to provide the truly exceptional and enriched school experience that we all want for our kids. Every dollar donated truly makes a difference!

WHAT DOES MY DONATION FUND?

Your donation helps fund student support services, which would otherwise not be available to our students. In addition, your donation helps fund the many outstanding extra programs and curriculum enhancements that enrich the lives and education of our children. 

In order to maintain all the programs and services offered by the PTA, it is extremely important for every family to participate in the Lakeridge Ask Campaign. Donating to the Ask Campaign is your opportunity to make a real difference for your child at Lakeridge! 

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PTA Membership Matters 

Our role is more important than ever in connecting parents, teachers and administrators and supporting critical school needs. We want every family to join our PTA in order to build a stronger, more inclusive school community. Every member has a voice and more voices can affect greater changes needed to improve the educational experience.

 

Our goal is 100% membership among parents. 

 

Being a member of the Lakeridge PTA shows:

• your support for the education and well-being of all children. Having a larger membership means a stronger legislative voice at the national, state, and local levels with:
  • National PTA, the oldest child advocacy organization in the nation,
  • Washington State PTA, the largest nonprofit, volunteer organization in the state, and
  • Mercer Island PTA Council, which supports local school PTAs on Mercer Island
• your appreciation for the efforts of Lakeridge PTA to enrich the school: from the programs and events we sponsor, to the popular after-school programs and clubs that we organize, and to the fundraisers we plan which help close public school funding gaps via grants to the school for learning support, teacher stipends, enrichment programs, and much more.

Additional benefits include: 

• Access to our online student directory
• Discounts from various businesses: https://www.wastatepta.org/get-involved/member-benefits/

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STEP 3: SHOW YOUR SCHOOL SPIRIT & SUPPORT THE PTA

Spirit Wear 

Every Friday is Spirit Day at Lakeridge! Show your school spirit and support the Lakeridge PTA by adding some stylish and practical Lakeridge Spirit Wear clothing and accessories to your child's back-to-school wardrobe. We are bringing back many popular items from last year and are introducing several new items to show your school spirit while distance learning. Most products can be personalized with your child's name (or last name). All sizing information is available in the product description.