MISSION & IMPACT

Established in 2007, Ysabel Barnett Parent Teacher Organization (PTO) is a nonprofit organization that exists to:

·       Enhance and support the educational experience at Ysabel Barnett Elementary School

·       Develop a closer connection between school and home by encouraging parent involvement

·       Improve the environment at Ysabel Barnett Elementary School through volunteer and financial support

Run entirely by volunteers, the BES PTO raises over $100,000 annually to support:

·       Programs: Field Trips & Assemblies

·       Events: Harvest Festival, Bubble Bash, Day of Awesomeness, Winter Wonderland, School Dance, Earth Day, Field Day, Tissues & Tea

·       Academic Enrichment: Book Fair, Library Support, Literacy Night

·       Student Recognition: Pioneer of the Month, 5th Grade Promotion, 5th Grade Year-End Field Trip, Pizza with the Principal, PAL Mascot, Spirit Tags

·       Teacher & Staff Support: Staff Appreciation Week, Welcome Back Day, Recess/PE Equipment, Front Office Support, Campus Improvement Projects

·       Garden: Garden Club, Garden Clean-ups, Plant Sales