Old Donation School PTA

09/18/2026

Don't forget - our Volunteer Welcome Breakfast is next Wed (Sept 23) from 9:15-10:15! It is a great chance to hear of the many opportunities to volunteer this year! There will also be a light breakfast and refreshments. Please RSVP and let us know you will be attending. We look forward to seeing you there!
RSVP: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0B44AAAE2CA3FCC52-65457138-volunteer

09/12/2026

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

https://odspta.givebacks.com/store

BINGO is BACK! Friday, September 25th. $20 Family Pack ticket includes: 1 large pizza, 4 bottles of water, and 4 BINGO board playing packs. (Each pack contains 5 bingo boards)

Join us for an evening of fun for ODS families! Friday, Sept 25, 2026 from 5:30-7:30PM in the ODS cafeteria

There will be 5 rounds of BINGO with multiple winners per round.

$20 Family Pack ticket includes: 1 large pizza, 4 bottles of water, and 4 BINGO board playing packs. (Each pack contains 5 bingo boards)

Pizza for PRE-ORDER only by September 18th at noon! There will also be limited concessions for sale during the event

A LA CARTE items: (order using separate links in store)

-additional playing card pack includes: 4 BINGO board playing packs (each pack contains 5 bingo boards) for $10

-additional large pizzas available to order for $10 each

This is an ODS PTA fundraising event, which will help raise funds for our student programs held throughout the year.

Come to our first PTA Board meeting!

September 15th at 9am

PTA Volunteer Room (in person)

or

Join virtually
https://meet.google.com/tkm-njeu-sds?pli=1&authuser=5

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08/31/2026

Dear Old Donation School PTA Families,

I understand that some of you have experienced issues signing up to volunteer via the SignUpGenius links.

Please note that if you have already registered to volunteer for this school year using the link below, using that same email address should prevent any error messages. If you continue to experience issues, please email me directly at [email protected].

As a reminder, you must register for the current school year, as registrations from previous years do not carry over.

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0B44AAAE2CA3FCC52-57373091-2526 #/

Volunteer Breakfast at ODS

Our Volunteer Breakfast will be held on September 23rd from 9:15-10:15 am, please join us and learn how you can volunteer this year. Please RSVP by clicking on the link below.

Sign up genius link RSVP here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0B44AAAE2CA3FCC52-65457138-volunteer

BINGO NIGHT (Volunteers needed)

Our first and family favorite event is Bingo Night on September 25th, 2026. It will be from 5:30-7:30. This event is made possible with your help, please find the signup genius link below to sign up to volunteer. We are in need of a committee chair for Bingo Night. If you are interested, please email [email protected].

https://m.signupgenius.com/ #!/showSignUp/20F054BAFA922A2F58-65435830-calling?useFullSite=false

08/28/2026

Dear Old Donation School PTA Families,

Please bear with me as this is a long post, all PTA members should have received the newsletter that included the below message.
As we begin another exciting school year, we want to remind you how vital the PTA is to our students, teachers, and school community.

Joining the PTA does not require a volunteer commitment. We understand that every family has different schedules and responsibilities. Simply becoming a member is a meaningful way to show your support, and financial contributions make an incredible difference.

Funds raised through the PTA provide resources, activities, and experiences that enrich our students' time at Old Donation School. If you would like to support us, please consider donating to our Rising Tides Fund through the link below. We offer various sponsorship tiers for individuals and businesses; please see the attached flyer for details. Business sponsors will receive recognition in our digital and print communications, as well as featured on our website and social media pages.

All donations to the Brickell Academy PTA are voluntary, tax-deductible, and greatly appreciated. Funds will cover essential event costs such as food and supplies.

You can contribute or join by visiting our donation link: https://odspta.givebacks.com/shop

Whether you choose to volunteer, become a member, attend an event, or make a donation, please know that there is a place for you in our PTA community. We are also extending our Open House Special until August 31st for anyone who has not signed up yet.
Volunteer Breakfast at ODS
Our Volunteer Breakfast will be held on September 23rd from 9:15-10:15 am, please join us and learn how you can volunteer this year. Please RSVP by clicking on the link below.
Sign up genius link RSVP here: https://www.signupgenius.com/.../10C0B44AAAE2CA3FCC52...
BINGO NIGHT (Volunteers needed)
Our first and family favorite event is Bingo Night on September 25th, 2026. It will be from 5:30-7:30. This event is made possible with your help, please find the signup genius link below to sign up to volunteer. We are in need of a committee chair for Bingo Night. If you are interested, please email [email protected].
https://m.signupgenius.com/...
After School Clubs
Do you have a talent that you can share with students? Start an after school elementary club. It is one quarter commitment (6 weeks), meeting once a week. Please reach out to [email protected] for more information

Our next general meeting will be held virtually on September 8th, 2026, at 12:00 PM. Please use the link below to join us as we review last year’s finances and discuss this year's proposed budget.

https://meet.google.com/uci-rhsr-qab?pli=1&authuser=5

Thank you for being a part of the Old Donation School community and for supporting our Rising Tides!

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08/22/2026

Thank you to everyone who attended our Open House over the past two days. It was wonderful to see you all.

We look forward to seeing you at our upcoming events, starting with the PTA Volunteer Breakfast on September 23rd. Sign-up information will be sent out soon.

Please take advantage of our PTA Open House Special. Individual memberships are $8 and Family Memberships are $16, with fees increasing on August 24th. You can join the Old Donation School PTA using the link below:

https://odspta.givebacks.com/shop

Additionally, please ensure you are registered to volunteer by using this link:

https://www.signupgenius.com/org/ODS #/

SignUpGenius Portal Page

08/21/2026

Starting the year out right with our “Nacho Average Teachers and Staff”!

Thank you to our amazing Hospitality Committee Ladies and the rest of the PTA for putting together the staff lunch.

08/18/2026

We are so excited to welcome you back for the ODS Open Houses happening tomorrow and Thursday! This is your chance to explore the school, connect with teachers, and get a sneak peek at all the amazing things in store for this year. Please make sure to stop by the PTA table while you are here to see how you can get involved, share your ideas, and find fun ways to volunteer. We can’t wait to see everyone there and kick off a fantastic school year together!

08/12/2026

Mark your calendars, we hope to see everyone at all of our amazing events this year! Don't worry, there are plenty of opportunities to get involved. Sign-up links will be shared closer to each date. Please stop by the PTA table during the upcoming Open Houses to learn more about how you can get involved!

If you plan to volunteer this year—whether with the PTA or within the school—please note that all volunteers must complete the annual safety training beforehand. You can complete the volunteer safety video here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0B44AAAE2CA3FCC52-57373091-2526 #/
Upcoming Events Schedule:
Rising Tides (6th Grade Open House): August 19
Open House: August 20
PTA Breakfast: September 23
Bingo Night: September 25
Fall Festival: October 24
Elementary School Dance: December 4
Reflections Night: January 20
International Festival: February 6
Volunteer Appreciation Breakfast: April 13

08/10/2026

I hope you are enjoying the final weeks of summer. As we approach the start of the 2026-2027 school year, I want to introduce myself. My name is Hajar Street, and I am excited to serve as your PTA President. Our board is looking forward to a fantastic year filled with wonderful events, starting with Bingo Night on September 25th.
Please stop by the PTA table during the upcoming Open Houses to learn more about how you can get involved. As a working mother of two daughters at two different schools, I deeply value your time and appreciate any support you can offer.
We are also currently seeking committee chairs to help plan events that support our students, staff, and parents. If you are interested, please stop by the PTA table at the Open House or connect with us at the upcoming meeting.
Thank you for your support, and I look forward to working together this year!

06/12/2026

It’s the last day of school AND the last day of middle school for all of these 8th graders!

Wishing you all a safe and happy summer! Thank you to all the families and volunteers for all of your support. We will see you back in August!