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WELCOME TO GLENDALE!
Welcome to the Glendale PTO website. As our school embraces the uniqueness of our Spanish immersion curriculum, the PTO strives to be the connection point for the school community by investing our time, talents, and money to enhance the educational, cultural, social, emotional, and physical experiences at Glendale.
🐴 ¡Giddy Up, Sponsors! 🐴
It's that time of year — the Glendale ponies are hitting the trail, and we need YOUR help to make sure every explorer is dressed for the adventure!
Every year, Glendale provides free field trip & spirit t-shirts to each student and staff member — worn proudly on every off-campus adventure and spirit day throughout the year. This year's front design is being dreamed up by our very own budding artists in grades 2–5 (watch out, Picasso), but the back of the shirt? That's where YOU come in.
By sponsoring Glendale's Field Trip/Spirit t-shirts, your business logo will ride along on 500 shirts all over town — from museums to nature trails to wherever these little ponies gallop next. It's great exposure, and even better karma. 🌟
Sponsor perks in a nutshell:
- 🎽 Your logo on 500 t-shirts worn by students & staff all year long
- 📣 Community visibility with a school that really shows up
- ❤️ The gratitude of teachers, parents, and approximately 500 adorable kids
La comunidad de Glendale te lo agradece — the Glendale community thanks you!
Interested? Submit the form by September 1st to claim your spot on the most stylish shirts in town!
Questions? Reach out to Blayke.Bearman@gmail.com
Click here to see what all we accomplished together last year!
Your 2026-27 Pto board members
Co-President Meghan Lewis
Co-President Holly Hardisty
Ex-Officio Lauren Reese
Secretary Jaime Chenery
Co-Treasurer Melanie Arnold
Co-Treasurer Beth Rasnick
Fundraising Vice-President TBD
Co-Communications Vice-President Beth Lowe
Co-Communications Vice-President, social media Natalie Walkley
Parliamentarian Rebecca Mullins
Education Vice-President Lara Mead
Co-Family Programming Coordinator Sarah Esposito
Co-Family Programming Coordinator Whitney Nesbitt
Co-Technology Coordinator Denise Desai
Co-Technology Coordinator Elizabeth Casey
Teacher Representative TBD
Teacher Representative Suzy Bateman
Principal Dr. Alexandra Valdés‑Wochinger
UPCOMING EVENTS
Saturday, August 29: Kindergarten Parent Party 6-8pm
Monday, September 7: Labor Day- no school
Friday, September 11: Picture Day
September 14- October 2: INVEST in Glendale (Fundraising)
Friday, September 18: Fall Parent Social- Nashville Songwriter's Night
Saturday, September 19: Hispanic Heritage Night- Nashville SC
Friday, October 2: Field Day & Movie Night
October 9-16: Fall Break- no school
Tuesday, November 3: Teacher Conferences (no school for students)
Friday, November 6: Grand Day!
Wednesday, November 11: Veterans Day- no school
November 23-27: Thanksgiving Holiday- no school
This Is Our Moment, Glendale.
Every great school is built by the people who show up for it. You're one of those people — and that's exactly why the Invest Campaign exists.
This year, we're not just asking for donations. We're inviting you into something bigger: a community-wide commitment to make sure every child at Glendale Elementary has what they need to learn, grow, and thrive.
What Is the Invest Campaign?
The Invest Campaign is the Glendale PTO's signature fundraiser of the year — running September 14 through October 2 — when our entire school community comes together to fund the experiences, resources, and people that make Glendale exceptional.
Every dollar stays right here. Every gift — big or small — goes directly to our students and teachers.
Why Your Gift Matters
Your generosity is the reason Glendale is more than just a school. Here's what your investment makes possible:
🎓 Student Success A part-time reading specialist working with students who need extra support, a thriving recycling program, and beautiful school grounds that kids are proud of.
📚 Teachers & Classrooms Supplies and resources for every classroom and specials program — Art, PE, Music, and Library — plus updated technology and professional development so our educators stay energized and inspired.
🎉 Community & Events The memories our kids will talk about for years: Back to School Picnic, Movie Night, Family Dance, Trunk or Treat, STEAM Night, Grand Day, Art Show, Book Fair, and more.
🌱 Programs That Make Glendale Special Teacher appreciation events, monthly faculty lunches, inspiring school assemblies, and the Glendale Garden — where students dig in and connect with the natural world.
⚙️ Behind-the-Scenes Essentials Insurance, technology tools, and financial services that keep the PTO running smoothly so we can keep showing up for our school — year after year.
How Much Should I Give?
There's no required amount. $300 per student is our goal, but what matters most is that we all give what we can — whether that's $30, $300, or $3,000. When the whole community shows up together, we make Glendale stronger for every single child.
Ways to Give
💻 Online (easiest & fastest) One-time, monthly, or in-kind:
📬 By Check
Payable to: Glendale Elementary PTO
Mail to: Glendale Elementary PTO
Attn: Treasurer
800 Thompson Ave
Nashville, TN 37204
(Heads up — email us when you send a check so we can watch for it!)
🏦 Donor-Advised Fund Tax ID: 84‑1657366
💼 Corporate Match Double your impact through your employer's matching gift program.
🔗 Benevity & Blackbaud We're registered on both platforms and can now accept ACH payments.
📣 Spread the Word Know grandparents, neighbors, or friends who'd love to support Glendale? Share this form with them — every connection counts.
Questions? We've Got You.
Reach out to Meghan or Holly 📧 glendalepto@gmail.com
Let's Do This, Glendale.
Our kids show up every day ready to learn. Now it's our turn to show up for them.
Thank you — from the bottom of our hearts — for being part of this community.
¡Vamos Glendale! 💛
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