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Help Us Support San Elijo Middle School

When you give to San Elijo Middle School PTO, every dollar goes back to our students, staff, and campus.

What We Support

  • Mini Grants

    Provide funding for classroom, department, and school needs not provided for by the district.

  • Academic Enrichment

    Faculty stipends, registration fees, and funds to promote student equity.

  • Staff Appreciation

    Hospitality throughout the year to show the staff our gratitude.

  • Site Enhancements

    Athletic banners, shaded lunch tables, and other upgrades to enhance the SEMS campus.

  • Athletics

    Provide snack bars for onsite multi school events that benefit the athletic department.

  • Professional Development

    Subsidize training programs and conference registrations for teachers and staff.

  • 8th Grade Promotion

    Help celebrate promoting students and their families with a fun, safe, and memorable experience.

  • WEB

    Supports the program to welcome 6th graders onto campus and ensure they have a fun transition into middle school.

  • ASB

    Partner with the Associated Student Body on campus to provide fun events for the students.

Sponsor Levels

Gold Sponsor Gold Sponsor Gold Sponsor Gold Sponsor Gold Sponsor
Gold Sponsor
from $0.00

$2000

  • 3' x 5' banner at Upper Schoolhouse Way (prime corner location)

  • 3' x 5' banner at Lower Schoolhouse Way

  • Marquee display on San Elijo Road

  • Recognition in the weekly Principal's Update newsletter and on the SEMS PTO website

  • Monthly Facebook and Instagram promotion

  • Logo displayed on event materials

Silver Sponsor Silver Sponsor Silver Sponsor Silver Sponsor Silver Sponsor
Silver Sponsor
from $0.00

$1,000

  • 3' x 5' banner at Upper Schoolhouse Way

  • 3' x 5' banner at Lower Schoolhouse Way

  • Recognition on the SEMS PTO website

  • Facebook and Instagram promotion 4 times per year

  • Logo displayed on event materials

Bronze Sponsor Bronze Sponsor Bronze Sponsor Bronze Sponsor Bronze Sponsor
Bronze Sponsor
from $0.00

$500

  • 3' x 5' banner at Lower Schoolhouse Way

  • Recognition on the SEMS PTO website

  • Facebook and Instagram promotion 2 times per year

  • Logo displayed on event materials

Ways To Give

Make a Donation Support the PTO with a one-time or recurring gift of any amount.

3% Cover the Fee

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Yes! SEMS PTO is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization (Tax ID: 20-1323571). Your donation is tax-deductible, and you'll receive a receipt for your records.

  • 100% of donations support San Elijo Middle School students and staff. Your contributions fund:

    • Classroom supplies and resources

    • Campus improvements (new furniture, technology, etc.)

    • Teacher appreciation events

    • Student programs

    • Fundraising initiatives like Fund the Nest (Fall) and Color the Nest (Spring)

    Every dollar stays local for our school — your donation goes directly to SEMS, not to a national organization.

  • Yes! We gratefully accept in-kind donations of goods and services. Please contact us to discuss, and let us know if you need a receipt with our Tax ID (20-1323571) for tax purposes.

  • Absolutely! SEMS PTO welcomes volunteers for events, fundraisers, and committees. Please note that San Marcos Unified School District has volunteer clearance requirements for anyone helping on campus — all volunteers must complete an application and meet either Level A or Level B requirements depending on your time commitment.

    Learn more about SMUSD volunteer requirements