If you have gently used uniforms that you would like to donate to the PTO, you can leave them, as well as any uniform accessories, in the front office donation box starting next Tuesday, January 17 through February 7. (Please wash and fold the clothing before donating.) These donations will be sold at Parent-Teacher Conferences […]
Category Archives: PTO News
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Jan
Jan
All BFA girls and their father or special adult are invited to attend this year’s Sweetheart Ball, Denim and Diamonds from 6:30-8:30 p.m. on Saturday, Jan. 28, at BFA. Suggested dress for the event is semi-formal/western attire. Dessert and drinks will be served. Tickets are on sale now through Wednesday, Jan. 25, and can be purchased online through MySchoolBucks. Tickets […]
05
Jan
Jan
Make plans to stop by for dinner and some fun to support the BFA PTO at the Main Event Spirit Night from 4-7 p.m. on Thursday, Jan. 19. Main Event will give back 20 percent of all purchases (excluding alcohol) to the BFA PTO. Be sure to mention the Ben Franklin fundraiser so that the school gets […]
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Dec
Dec
The Spirit Rock is an opportunity to share exciting events with our school community by painting your own message. Parents, students, and staff may “Rent the Rock” to recognize a student’s birthday, show school spirit, wish a team good luck, thank a teacher, announce an event, etc. It is a great way to spread positive messages and increase excitement! The rate […]
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Dec
Dec
We’re grateful to have so many amazing PTO sponsors this year supporting our school! They are current and former BFA families, and local small businesses who want to support our kids in getting a fantastic education. We would like to return the favor and show them some support too. If you’re looking for gifts, want to […]
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Dec
Dec
Make plans to join members of the BFA PTO for their holiday gathering! This FUN event is for all of the adults who make BFA a special community (PTO members AND non-members) and will be held at 7:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 14, at Old Blinking Light (9344 Dorchester St., Highlands Ranch). Dinner will be provided by the […]
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Nov
Nov
This month, you have a great reason to indulge in a dozen (or two) Krispy Kreme doughnuts! From December 1-9, more than 50 percent of your order price will be donated back to the BFA PTO when you purchase via our fundraising sales page! Simply make your purchase online, visit your local store, and redeem your doughnuts using your code. […]
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Nov
Nov
The BFA PTO will use RaiseRight (formerly SCRIP) for holiday staff gifting again this year. This convenient, online program replaces room parent collections and facilitates convenient group gifting. Each family makes one payment through MySchoolBucks for all of their teacher and staff gifts. At the end of collections, each staff member receives an email with […]
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Nov
Nov
Now’s the time to get your BFA spirit wear! You can purchase spirit wear and spirit items through the PTO online store NOW through next Friday, Nov. 11. Shop for all your BFA gear including logo t-shirts, sweatshirts, hoodies, baseball caps, and more! Many items have been restocked, so be sure to check […]
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Oct
Oct
Make plans to join us for a fun spirit night at Skate City in Littleton (5801 S. Lowell Way, 80123) from 6-8 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 8. This is a private event for our school community. The more skaters we have in attendance, the more money we will earn for the BFA PTO. Hope to see you there!
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Oct
Oct
Zell’s Creperie (2229 Wildcat Reserve Parkway A4, Highlands Ranch) will be hosting a BFA spirit night from 3:30 – 8 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 27. Zell’s is new to the area, but it looks delicious; and they will generously donate 15 percent of your purchases back to the BFA PTO. Please remember to let them know that you’re with BFA […]
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Oct
Oct
The 2022-23 yearbook sales have launched! Be sure to order yours early for the best pricing! Right now, yearbooks cost $30 per book, but the price will go up to $35 after Winter Break, and $45 after Spring Break. You may also order a yearbook dedication (ad) for your student. Dedications are $15 for 1/16 of […]
Support BFA While Promoting Your Business – Sponsorships on Sale NOW! The new school year means another opportunity to promote your business while supporting BFA. Each year, sponsorships allow BFA to continue to grow and to meet the needs of our school, as well as our teachers, staff and students. Sponsorships are on sale now […]
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Sep
Sep
Spirit Night at Parry’s Pizzeria in Highlands Ranch YOU GET PIZZA, PARRY’S GIVES BACK! Parry’s Pizzeria and Taphouse (9567 S University Blvd., 80126) will be hosting a BFA Spirit Night from 5 – 9 p.m. on Wednesday, September 28. Parry’s will donate 20 percent of the purchases (dine in and carry out) back to […]
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Sep
Sep
Need New BFA Gear? The PTO Spirit Wear Store is Now Open! Now’s the time to get your BFA spirit wear! The PTO’s online store for spirit wear and spirit is open NOW and will remain open through Friday, October 14. You can shop for all your BFA gear including logo-ed t-shirts, sweatshirts, hoodies, […]
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Aug
Aug
Tickets can be purchased from https://www.myschoolbucks.com/
The PTO will be having a used uniform “donations-only” sale on Monday, August 15th in the small gym from 3 – 6pm. We will be accepting cash or credit card donations. Please come and see us if you are in need of uniforms!
Directory on Tap Update: Directory on Tap (DOT) will be discontinuing their services from August 1st, 2022. The PTO is actively working to secure another online directory service and will update you as soon as that is up and running. We apologize in advance for any inconvenience this may cause!
Thank you to everyone who participated in the 2022 PTO Elections. We are excited to announce our 2022-2023 PTO Team and look forward to serving the BFA community again next year. Additionally, thank you to the incredible 2021-2022 PTO Team for your enthusiasm and volunteerism. Thinking about volunteering for the PTO? There’s still time! The […]
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May
May
The PTO is looking for Room Parents (K-5) for next school year! Being a Room Parent is a fun way to get your volunteer hours in, develop a great relationship with your child’s teacher and get involved in the school. If you are interested, please send an email to Erin Crowe, the PTO Room Parent Coordinator.
Make plans to join us for the last spirit night of the year at Skate City in Littleton (5801 S. Lowell Way, 80123) on Tuesday, May 10 from 6-8 p.m. This is a private event for our school community! We need at least 50 skaters to earn money back to our school. Hope to see […]
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Apr
Apr
The PTO is an integral part of the BFA community, whose mission is to seek resources to strengthen, enhance, and encourage the educational and social experience at Ben Franklin Academy. Since it began serving BFA, the PTO has raised funds to provide all manner of items for the school, including playground equipment, library books, a […]
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Apr
Apr
I scream, you scream, we all scream for…. Cold Stone Spirit Night! Come enjoy some yummy ice cream on Wednesday, April 27 from 4-8 p.m. at the Cold Stone Creamery in the Highlands Ranch Town Center. Cold Stone will give back 20% of all orders to BFA! Our March spirit night at Main Event raised […]
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Apr
Apr
Calling all BFA moms and their sons! The spring Mother-Son social event is just around the corner. It will be held on Saturday, April 30 from 3-8 p.m. at BFA. Tickets are on sale now through MySchoolBucks. Ticket sales end Friday, April 22, so get your tickets today! Tickets are $25 per couple, and $5 […]
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Apr
Apr
Ben’s Brigade is a PTO group open to all BFA dads that provides a place for dads to get to know each other, as well as opportunities for unique ways to give back to the school and earn volunteer hours. Ben’s Brigade handles work projects around the school, provides volunteers for school functions, and hosts […]