Help us raise $15,000!
Welcome back to another school year, Palmerston Families.
The Palmerston Community thrives thanks to the collective contributions of dedicated staff, parent and community volunteers, great kids, and generous donations from families.
Last school year, School Council reinvested $39,000 back into the school in areas not funded by the Province/TDSB, including the full cost of school buses to sporting events and field trips; STEM programming, books and tools; library books; in-classroom supports and materials; sporting equipment; music and arts education; and so much more! Flip this page over to really get into the details.
We listened to you!
Parents asked for the option to make a tax-deductible donation at the start of the school year rather than receiving asks throughout the year. We love this idea and we’re going to experiment with it this year to see if we can still meet our fundraising goals overall.
Our goal is still to fund $40,000 worth of in-school programming and resources, as well as host the events our school community loves. Our goal is to raise $15,000 through donations so we can reduce other donation requests or if possible, costs.
Help us Reach our $15,000 goal! Make your gift today.
Whatever giving comfortably looks like for your household today helps build a thriving community for all our kids.
$10 puts a new book in the library
$25 replaces soccer balls for recess
$50 brings engagement materials in a classroom
$100 from 6 families covers a school bus for a full group on a field trip or sporting event
$250 buys a new instrument for our music programming
“I’m so grateful to work in a school with a community that offers so much support. ”
- Janice MacNeil, music teacher
Make your donation through School Cash Online* by October 1st to help us reach our goal! The amount raised by this date will directly impact our budget and need for additional fundraising throughout the year.
Don’t forget – tax receipts will be issued for all online donations. Donations can be made by individuals or businesses.
Where The Money Came From in 2025-2026
Pizza Lunches: $15,000, and the generous support of 4 volunteers
Harvest Fest: $4000, and the generous support of about 40 volunteers
MayFest: $8000 after expenses, and the generous support of 100-150 volunteers
Silent Auction: $11,000 after expenses, and the generous support of over 100 businesses and 100 volunteer hours
Donations: $1000
Planned School Council Spending for 2026-2027
STEM & Hands-On Science: Bringing hands-on experiments directly into our classrooms through programs like Scientists in the School, sparking curiosity and critical thinking.
Classroom Libraries & Learning Tools: Refreshing classroom book collections and providing teachers with essential resources to support diverse reading levels and learning needs.
Athletics & Team Spirit: Outfitting our student-athletes with new pinnies and cross-country t-shirts so every student feels a sense of pride and belonging when representing Palmerston.
Arts & Creative Expression: Funding high-quality art supplies and specialized creative programming that let students explore visual arts, music, and performance.
Student Leadership & Equity: Supporting student-led clubs and the Student Empowerment Group, giving kids a voice, building leadership skills, and fostering an inclusive community.
Accessible Field Trips & Events: Subsidizing school bus transportation to lower the cost of off-site learning opportunities and sporting events for all families.
Confirmed School Events That Strengthen Our Community
Fall | Spring | June |
Harvest Fest (October) At this fall event, we come together for warm bowls of chilli, sweet treats, and a pumpkin sale. | MayFest This beloved community event brings the whole school together for a day of fun the last Saturday of May. | Grade 6 Graduation A day of fun, reflection, and celebration for our oldest Palmerston students as they head off to middle school. Support led by grade 5 families. |
Pizza Lunch - Bi-weekly throughout the year Salad Bar - 2x/year | ||
If you’d like to spearhead something new, or volunteer, email 1380sc01@tdsb.on.ca
*School Cash Online is the only donation method allowed by TDSB. Donors will receive a tax receipt for any donation amount. Donors receive their tax receipts via email and they may also retrieve and reprint tax receipts by logging onto the School Cash online website at https://tdsb.schoolcashonline.com/Fee/Details/457/153/false/true?school=683&initiative=29
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