Fundraise
We raise funds through student fundraising initiatives, business sponsorships, community partnerships, individual donations, and more, in order to provide a memorable school year for all students and staff.
About Our PTO
The Leawood Elementary School Parent Teacher Organization (LES PTO) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, volunteer-led organization dedicated to supporting the students, staff, and families of our community.
LES PTO funds the academic and social “extras” through membership, fundraising, community and business partnerships, and volunteerism. Every membership, donation, and volunteer hour directly impacts our entire school community, and is a positive investment in the education of each and every LES student.
Supporting Our School. Enriching Every Student.
We provide the “extra magic” that tax dollars don’t cover.
Fueled entirely by parent/guardian and LES staff support and energy.
How Do We Support LES?
Academics
We fund educational programs, field trips, assemblies, guest speakers, and enrichment opportunities that support and enhance student learning.
Events
From family events and book fairs to field day and seasonal celebrations, we help create memorable experiences that bring our school community together.
Support
We support our school community through staff appreciation efforts, classroom support, staff grants, hospitality, campus improvement projects, and other resources that help our community thrive.
Every Contribution Matters
Whether you become a PTO member, serve on a committee, volunteer at an event, sponsor a program, or make a donation, your support benefits every LES student and staff and helps strengthen our school community.
Together, we are making a difference: one student, one classroom, and one community event at a time.
Our Impact
Every fundraiser, paid membership, donation, and volunteer hour helps make a lasting difference at LES. Together, our PTO has supported meaningful improvements, strengthened our school community, and created memorable experiences for students, teachers, and families.
Highlights of What We've Accomplished Together
Successfully rebuilt our volunteer community and restored many beloved school traditions after the COVID-19 pandemic.
Continued supporting LES through changes in school leadership while maintaining strong PTO programs and initiatives.
Expanded staff appreciation efforts to recognize and celebrate every member of the LES team.
Consistently met our annual fundraising goals, providing reliable funding for student programs, classroom resources, and school initiatives.
Hosted popular family events, including Bingo Night, Silent Disco, Donuts with VIPs, Outdoor Movie Night, and more.
Introduced new opportunities for students and families, including the Spring Book Fair.
Improved school programs by evaluating and selecting vendors that best meet the needs of our community.
Re-established the Community Service Committee to encourage student and family involvement in serving others.
Invested in major school improvement projects and campus enhancements, such as the outdoor classroom with the shade structure and the renovation of the staff bathroom.
Enhanced communication through ongoing website improvements and updated family resources.
Strengthened financial accountability by implementing improved accounting procedures.
Organized and revitalized PTO storage and inventory to better support future events and volunteers.
Purchased an LES personalized Book Vending Machine for students.
Explore the PTO
PTO Board
Meet the volunteers who provide leadership, direction, and financial oversight for the LES PTO.
PTO Committees
Discover ways to share your talents, connect with other families, and support LES. There are opportunities for every schedule, interest, and experience level.
PTO MeetingS
Stay informed about PTO discussions, decisions, and initiatives. Review meeting minutes to see what’s happening and how we’re supporting LES.
PTO Budget
Understand how membership dues, donations, and fundraising dollars are invested in our students, staff, programs, and school community.
PTO Bylaws
Learn how the PTO is structured and governed, including our purpose, membership, leadership, and the guidelines that shape our organization.
