Balch PTO

10/05/2026

The Balch PTO Fun Run is around the corner, and we need EVERY student on the roster! 👟🔥

Right now, our participation is sitting lower than expected, but the good news? Getting your student registered takes less than 30 seconds—and it’s 100% FREE!

We’re focusing on 100% participation and community spirit this year. You don't need to make a big donation to help your child's class—simply registering and sharing their link with a friend or family member counts!

Click here and get your kid started today! Have them call 2 or 3 family members or friends to ask for their support!
https://app.99pledges.com/fund/BalchPTO26/addme

10/03/2026

🏃‍♀️💙 Ready, set… FUN RUN! 💛🏃‍♂️

On Friday, October 16, our students will lace up for the PTO-sponsored Fun Run during the school day! 🎉 Every donation helps fully cover field trips for ALL students this school year! 🚌✨

Invite friends and family to sponsor your runner:
📲 Sign up through our link: https://app.99pledges.com/fund/BalchPTO26/addme or scan the QR code to register through 99Pledges.
✉️ Send cash or checks to school in an envelope labeled “Fun Run,” with your student’s first and last name, grade, and teacher.

Let’s turn laps into adventures, Balch families! 👟💙💛

10/02/2026

A huge thank you to for yesterday’s incredible BMX performance sponsored by the PTO.

From jaw-dropping tricks to jumping over some of our brave teachers, Mannie had us all cheering! 👏

Beyond the excitement, he shared an inspiring message to never give up, being kind to others, and following your dreams through hard work and dedication!

Thank you to our Balch families for your continued support of the PTO and helping us bring these enriching performances like this to our students!

Check out our instagram for more photos and videos!

09/28/2026

💙 We’re getting ready to make our 4th graders’ final year at Balch extra special! 🎓✨

We’d love your help—whether it’s volunteering, fundraising, sharing ideas, or sending in photos. Every bit of support helps us create special memories for our kids! 💙

Please see the flyer for more details, and help us make this a year they’ll always remember! 🎉📸

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1k-6B_D7wmfzWRoVsQj9gw3YkSZpGMD7PbgNDnOc39ds/edit

09/25/2026

🎉 What a week! 🎉

Thank you, Balch families, for shopping our , enjoying ice cream at Open House, and showing up for one another!

Thanks to our generous community’s contributions to Share the Fair, every student went home with a book, and we cleared our teachers’ wish lists! 📚💙💛

A huge thank you to the parents, caregivers, grandparents, and NHS volunteers who helped everything run smoothly. We couldn’t have done it without you!

Stay tuned for a fun-filled October! 🎃

09/20/2026

📚 It’s book fair week! 📚
Thank you to our volunteers who set up the fair for this upcoming week. We are still seeking volunteers to fill shifts this week! https://m.signupgenius.com/?utm_source=ig&utm_medium=social&utm_content=link_in_bio&fbclid=PAZnRzaAUdDrtwZG9mAmZkaWQWUOziFrSri9kIBkvxxamOEnixwY2iDGV4dG4DYWVtAjExAHNydGMGYXBwX2lkDzEyNDAyNDU3NDI4NzQxNAABp_DkeyVUrw9PYdMDJ8WuW7xkt_pY33o6NxrNXIpDbULl8rvdyBy7Pu1c7JvO_aem_6Zp1N9470QiPeR3vU0Nzyw #!/showSignUp/10C094EAAAD2CA6FAC61-65761882-balch?useFullSite=false

Students and teachers will have an opportunity to preview the fair on Monday. Classes will shop Tuesday-Friday. The book fair is also open during Open House this Wednesday 9/23 from 5:30- 7:30 PM. You can even shop with them from the comfort of your couch! All book purchases over $35 ship free and every purchase earns funds for our school! Happy shopping! 🛍️

More information can be found on https://www.scholastic.com/bf/balchelementaryschool

Please reach out to the PTO if you have any questions!

09/18/2026

The Balch Elementary School is hosting a Scholastic Book Fair next week! We'd love to ensure that every student is able to purchase a book of their choice! Share the Fair is the giving program that supports students in our school who need help buying books. Learn how to contribute at https://bookfairs.scholastic.com/bf/balchelementaryschool

The Scholastic Book Fair’s giving program is open to businesses, organizations, alumni, and the entire community! Anyone can support students in our school who need help buying books. Contribute here: https://shop.scholastic.com/stf/fund?orgUCN=600062550

09/16/2026

📚 Book Fair Volunteers Needed 📚
We can't do it without you! Please consider volunteering to help at our Book Fair next week, September 22-25th. The volunteer sign up link is https://m.signupgenius.com/ #!/showSignUp/10C094EAAAD2CA6FAC61-65761882-balch?useFullSite=false

¡No podemos hacerlo sin ustedes! Por favor, consideren ser voluntarios para ayudar en nuestra Feria del Libro. Pueden encontrar el formulario de inscripción para voluntarios en nuestro sitio web. ¡Enlace en la bio!

Não conseguimos fazer isso sem você! Por favor, considere se voluntariar para ajudar na nossa Feira do Livro. Você pode encontrar o formulário de inscrição para voluntários em nosso site. Link na bio!

More information can be found at our book fair website: https://www.scholastic.com/bf/balchelementaryschool

09/16/2026

09/10/2026

🗓️ September’s Balch PTO meeting 🗓️

Join us on Tuesday, September 15th at 7:00 PM in the Balch Library for our first PTO meeting of the school year! Everyone is welcome to join.

We’ll be discussing the upcoming school year and ways to get involved.

Can’t make it in person? Join us virtually: https://meet.google.com/gfs-ghia-gjf