Tiger Fund
Tiger Fund Direct Donations
WHAT IS TIGER FUND?
The TIGER FUND is Topeka Drive Charter’s “direct ask” donation program run by the Topeka Drive PTA. Families are asked to make a donation in any dollar amount to the TIGER FUND, and 100% of that donation will remain at Topeka. Historically, the PTA has been a major contributor to many of the programs and services that make Topeka a rewarding educational experience for our students.
POWER OF THE TIGER FUND
Some of the programs funded by the PTA utilizing TIGER FUND donations include:
- PSYCHOMOTOR (P.E.): $29,305
- COMPUTERWISE: $16,250
- GARDEN RANGER PROGRAM: $15,000
- SCIENCE LAB (Phase 2): $10,000
- SCHOLASTIC (Weekly Readers): $7000
- FIELD TRIPS: $6,500
- TEACHER APPRECIATION WEEK: $5,000
- TECHNOLOGY EQUIPMENT FUND: $1,500
- MYSTERY SCIENCE: $1,250
- PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT: $1,000
- EVENT PERMITS: $500
- WEBSITE AND COMMUNICATION: $200
TOTAL: $93,805
PROGRAM DESCRIPTIONS
COMPUTERWISE - Computerwise provides a trained instructor to teach kids the basic skills needed to interact with a computer, iPad, Chromebook - while integrating coding & robotics, regular curriculum, Google Edu apps, mouse & keyboard skills, digital citizenship and email to name a few. www.computerwise.com
PSYCHOMOTOR (PE) - Psychomotor is an exercise program in which students participate in a variety of activities that promote health through exercise. Certified staff from the YMCA lead psychomotor with our student.
GARDEN RANGER PROGRAM - Garden Ranger from EnrichLA provides a trained Ranger that will maintain Topeka’s garden space and provide a STEM-based curriculum to students on topics such as nutrition, environmental stability and the importance of pollinators.
STEAM-BASED PROGRAMS - When LAUSD cannot provide resources in these areas, our PTA funding helps cover valued programs such as Mystery Science, Scholastic Reader, BrainPop, IXL, and Accelerated Reader programs Our newly opened Science Lab is ready for phase 2 additions so that we can empower our young scientists with the opportunity to learn, explore and develop a love for science.
Your tax deductible TIGER FUND donation raises funds to support these essential services. Without your financial assistance, these programs will be lost.
Many companies offer a direct match program, so be sure to check with your HR department.
MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Tiger Fund Participation Levels are as follows:
TIGER (UNDER $180) - Paw Sticker & Topeka Pencil
BRONZE $180 ($1/day) - Student Tiger T-Shirt • Topeka Spirit Bundle (Silicone Bracelet, Fidget Spinner, Tiger Keychain, Spirit Button & Topeka Pen) • Name Recognition on Website
SILVER $350 - Topeka Tote Bag • Yearbook Student Tiger T-Shirt • Topeka Spirit Bundle • Name Recognition on Website
GOLD $550 - Pizza with the Principal* • Family Entry (up to 5 Tickets) to 1 Topeka Event • Arty Loon Magic Show** • Topeka Tote Bag • Tiger Drawstring Back Pack • Yearbook • 2 Student Tiger T-Shirts • Topeka Spirit Bundle • Name Recognition on Website
PLATINUM $1000 - Classroom Movie Party • Pizza with the Principal* • Family Entry (up to 5 Tickets) to 1 Topeka Event • Arty Loon Magic Show** • Topeka Tote Bag • Tiger Drawstring Back Pack • Yearbook • 2 Student Tiger T-Shirts • Topeka Spirit Bundle • Name Recognition on Website
*including siblings
**including siblings. Entertainment subject to change.
*including siblings
**including siblings. Entertainment subject to change.
HOW TO MAKE A DONATION:
PARENTS - Complete the pledge form below to make a donation via cash or check.
COMMUNITY PARTNERS - Visit the community partners page at www.topekacharter.lausd.org to make a donation online OR complete the pledge form on the back of this brochure to make a donation via cash or check.
QUESTIONS? Please contact Leah Luftman - Tiger Fund Chairperson at [email protected]
We thank you for considering an investment in your child’s future at Topeka Drive Charter SAS
Topeka Contact Info
Address: 9815 Topeka Drive, Northridge, CA 91324
Tel: 818-886-2266
Fax: 818-885-7682
Office Hours (M-F):
8:00 AM - 4:00 PM