International Academy

Means of Fundraising to support PTIA East Enrichment Programs

• Main source of funds are parent donations and fundraising initiatives
• PTIA annual membership dues ($20.00) support not only the PTIA with annual operating expenses, but also, entitle members to one IA Student Directory.
• PTIA Participation in the following programs:
  • Restaurant Fundraisers: This past year our leadership was very active in establishing a number of restaurant fundraisers at the following establishments: Jimmy's Coney at Dequindre and 16 mile rd., Olga's, and Noodles on Crooks Road.  These will continue into the 2010-11 school year.  Be sure to support your student and join us!  Watch for flyers and information throughout the year.
  • Scrips Program: Buying gift for a special occasion or even for your regular shopping needs?  IA East is your place to start!  Buy among hundreds of options of which the PTIA earns a percentage of your purchase!  Be sure to ask for more information from one of us.  A form is sent through the list serve - Deadline is each PTIA meeting.
  • IA SPIRITWEAR: Show your school spirit and get your special t-shirt, sweatshirt or coffee mug - right here!  Orders are place monthly. ORDER FORM
• Tile Sales: Leave your mark on the IA- literally! Tiles designed by former students and their families are affixed permanently at the designated area of the IA East. (tiles sales are currently under development - stay tuned)
• For the first few years the PTIA East Board realizes we may need to have a few fundraisers to build up our accounts. Please bring your suggestions to the PTIA Membership Meetings.

Following are descriptions of the committees established to support IA East:

Welcome Back Dance

In the month of August, this social get-together is a dance sponsored by the PTIA. Volunteer parents plan the event during the summer and execute the event before the end of the month.

Newsletter

The PTIA publishes the monthly newsletter to provide a timely reminder of events and activities at IA East. Volunteers help solicit input from faculty, teacher leader, principal, students and parents to highlight the successes, programs, etc. of the IA East Community. Committee is responsible to create, publish and mail the Newsletter each month.

Deadlines: Newsletter deadlines are the 20^th of the month (usually August-April). The Newsletter will be posted on iatoday.org on the first of the month (usually September-May).

Volunteers/Chaperones

Volunteers and Chaperones are needed for various events to supervise activities and support IA East events. Sign up sheets and communications will be sent to solicit volunteers.

Student Directory

Each fall the PTIA publishes a student directory as a fundraiser. Volunteers collect the student information forms; update the student directory database, complete directory template to provide to our printer. Volunteers also distribute the directory during Parent/Teacher Conferences.

Tile Sale (TBD)

The PTIA East is anticipating the opportunity to continue a tradition - to sell decorative tiles to honor students, teachers, community memebers, etc. who have contributed to IA East.  These tiles are generally on display in a designated area of the school.  We will know more int he coming year as the inaugural tile sale will be in the 2011-12 school year celebrating our first graduating class!

IA Olympics

IA East students compete for the IA East Olympic title in a variety of sports that challenge the mind, body, and even their taste buds. This day is a culmination of scores from various activities that students will participate in including a variety of individual and team events. Spirit Week builds up to the IA Olympics.

Half Day Activities

Throughout the school year there a half days where volunteers can make arrangements to provide alternative activities until the end of a normal school day.  Examples of what we have done in the past include: Troy Bowling event, movies/pizza at the school.  There are a number of arrangements that need to be made depending on the activity such as a permission slip, arranging transportation, collecting monies, etc.  We can assist - these have been well received.

SCRIP'S Program

A vital part of our fundraising initiatives are the sales of gift cards where the PTIA receives a percentage of the card sale.  Consider purchasing these through the PTIA for a gift or personal use.

Grade Representatives

Each class is in need of a grade representative who works with the class sponsor to do fundraising activities which go to support a class prom, senior all night party, etc.  they provide an update/report on activities and serve as a liaison to the PTIA.

Troy Families for SAFE HOMES

Volunteers will:

· Attend the monthly meetings

· Provide report to PTIA Members

· Communicate events and important information to parents and staff.

Troy Community Coalition

The Troy Community Coalition is a non-profit organization dedicated to improving the quality of life for all who live or work in Troy, by promoting a lifestyle free from the abuse of alcohol and drugs. Volunteers will:

· Attend the monthly meetings

· Provide report to PTIA Members

· Communicate events and important information to parents and staff.

PTIA East Scrapbook

Volunteers help in collecting items, articles, pictures and putting it all in order into a scrapbook.