What does LAES PTA do?
LAES PTA supports the students, staff, and families of LAES. We provide a variety of community events, offer enrichment activities for students, raise funds to support our school and students, and help our teachers. 


Do I need to attend PTA meetings if I am a member of LAES PTA?
No. Attendance at meetings is not required. 


How can I support LAES PTA?
You can support LAES PTA by becoming a member, which only costs $10, making a donation at any point, participating in fundraising events, and volunteering your time. 


Do I need to volunteer if I am a member of LAES PTA?
Volunteering is not required to be a member of LAES PTA, however volunteering is a great way to get to help out and learn more about our LAES community. 


How can I volunteer with LAES PTA?
There are lots of ways to volunteer, including: 

  • Community Events – volunteer signups will be posted here on PTBoard before events
  • Committee Position – check the "Board and Committee Chairs" tab on PTBoard to see what opportunities are available


How does LAES PTA raise money?
LAES PTA raises money through a variety of ways, including:

  • Membership fees
  • Direct donations
  • Dining for Dollars
  • Dolphin Dash
  • After-school programs
  • Box Tops
  • Grocery store rewards programs
  • Profits from Community Events


What does LAES PTA do with the money it raises?
LAES PTA gives the money back to the school in a number of ways, including:

  • Paying for buses for field trips
  • Giving teachers grants
  • Hosting events to demonstrate appreciation to teachers
  • Gifting money to the administration
  • Paying for community events


Is my LAES PTA donation tax deductible?
Yes. All donations are 100% tax deductible. 


Who can I contact with questions or concerns about LAES PTA?
Email president@lakeanne-pta.org with general PTA questions. 

2024-2025 Lake Anne PTA Board

President - Heather Rao, president@lakeanne-pta.org
Vice President/Fundraising - James Wilson, fundraising@lakeanne-pta.org
Vice President/Events - Jennifer Thomas, events@lakeanne-pta.org
Treasurer - Heather Wessel, treasurer@lakeanne-pta.org
Administrator - Nga Trang, admin@lakeanne-pta.org

 

Box Tops
Scan your box tops into their app and connect it to.our school.

Retail

  • Harris Teeter School Rewards - Each school year, link your Harris Teeter VIC card to Lake Anne Elementary PTA. When you shop at Harris Teeter, LAES PTA will receive a percentage of the purchase. You can enroll in store or online. The LAES school ID is #4999.
  • Dining for Dollars - LAES families and community members go to a local restaurant to eat on set days. A percentage of the restaurant’s sales are returned to LAES PTA. Look for multiple dates throughout the year. 
  • Silver Diner - link your reward account with our school

Direct Donation
Donate directly to Lake Anne Elementary PTA. All donations are tax deductible. You do not need to be a PTBoard member to donate.