SCHOOL SPONSORED - PTA SUPPORTED back
The following programs are school programs supported by the PTA through funds or through volunteers.
Battle of the Books
A competition for BPS 4th and 5th graders who have a passion for reading and who crave a challenge! Supported by PTA volunteers. The PTA purchases copies of all the books for the Media Center.
Book Fairs
Run by the Media Center team, supported by parent volunteers. This educational fundraising event is twice a year during conferences. Profits go directly to the Media Center.
Jump Rope for Heart
National fundraiser for the American Heart Association in February. Run by the Physical Education department and supported with PTA volunteers.
Field Day
Event run by Physical Education department. Fun-filled day of recreational activities in June for all grades. Supported by PTA volunteers.
LINKS
Students have the opportunity to participate in the LINKS program, which builds bonds between special needs and general education students.
Picture Day
A day in the Fall when students get their picture taken. PTA utilizes volunteers to organize the entire morning getting children where they need to be and when.
School Supplies
A program started in August 2010. The school offers the opportunity to order the next year's supplies in bulk through the school. This is not a fundraiser. The PTA provides volunteers to distribute the orders before school begins.
Science Olympiad
2011 TEAM
A one-day BPS Science competition for 4th and 5th graders. Supported by PTA volunteers.