The PTO budget breaks down expenses into three areas: fundraising expenses, program expenses, and operating expenses.

FAQ: You can learn more about our revenues and expenses here: "Where can I find information about the PTO budget?"

With regards to program expenses, think of these in terms of two (2) main buckets:

Existing programs and events

These are funds allocated to existing programs and events, such as:

• District Programs: Art Masterpiece

• School-wide Assemblies or Programs: Jingle Jog, Field Day, 6th Grade Promotion, etc.

• PTO Events or Programs: Movie Nights, Spring Jamboree, Back-to-School Nights, Volunteer Breakfasts, etc.

• PTO Committees: Hospitatlity, Check-a-Thon, etc.

These funds have been approved for spending.

Yearly and/or just-in-time needs

These are funds allow for a bit more variability. When teachers/staff ask for support throughout the school year or there are needs that do not have specific line item, a formal request has to be made to the PTO from a WGA teacher/staff/admin. Then, the PTO Executive Board members have to vote to determine if/when funds should be used to support their request(s). Three (3) 'yes' votes are needed for majority approval.

These requests fall under the following line items:

• Small Grant Awards

• Classroom and Teacher Support

• Equipment/technology

• Principal's Fund

You can follow the status of these requests on the PTO-Funded Projects page. (NOTE: Member login is required to access this page.)

NOTE: Any line item changes in the budget (over $500) are voted on by members-at-large and adjusted, accordingly.

If you have any additional questions or concerns about the budget and/or program expenses, please email wgapto@gmail.com.