How it all began

Project SEEK (Seeking Excellence in Education for our Kids) is a 501(c)(3)

non-profit organization formed in 1993 for the sole purpose of raising funds to support enrichment programs at McGaugh Elementary School. At that time, state budget cutbacks threatened to end vital enrichment programs at McGaugh. A group of parents formed Project SEEK in response. State funding has never been restored to pre-crisis levels, so Project SEEK has become a critical part of providing the extra programs we all want for our children. Project SEEK is guided by an

all-volunteer group of parents, faculty and staff and enjoys a broad base of

support from the local community.

Do project seek and pta work together?

Alike, but different: Project SEEK and PTA

Project SEEK (Seeking Excellence in Education for our Kids) and The Parent Teacher Association (PTA) are two separate organizations united in the same goal – working towards making McGaugh a strong, vital school for our children. McGaugh School benefits from these two partnerships in so many ways, making an even stronger alliance between school and parents. The chart below gives an overview of the two groups:

Project seek

Inaugurated by McGaugh parents in 1993 in response to District budget cuts threatening to adversely impact programs at McGaugh.
Parent-School Partnership designed with the sole purpose of raising funds to keep programs from being cut at McGaugh
Raises funds through outright donations, product sales, The Event, and other activities.
Non-Profit organization run according to bylaws and is guided by a Board of Directors.
Funds personnel and supporting programs which would not exist due to budget cuts.
Completely funds several positions at McGaugh, including: Art Lab teacher, Media Center/Innovation Lab teacher, Computer Lab Aide and supplies for each lab.

PTA

Nationally based organization established more than 100 years ago to promote the rights of children.
Not a fundraising organization. Main goals are to promote programs for children and to promote a forum for advocacy on behalf of children.
Gathers funds for programs through memberships, yearly Carnival and Book Fair.
Non-Profit organization, run according to bylaws and guided by the national and state organization.
Supports programs (bylaws prohibit the funding of personnel).
Sponsors programs such as: Student Assemblies, RIF book give away, and technology hardware for staff and students.

Link to McGaugh PTA