About the FOR Club
About the FOR Club
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The FOR Club is Richland Elementary School’s Parent Teacher Organization. It stands for “Friends of Richland” and refers to the motto of, For School, For Children and For Community. The FOR Club is run by volunteers to raise money for school activities and programs which are no longer funded by the state. Among many of the activities and programs that the FOR Club supports are the Visual Arts and Performing Arts (VAPA) and the Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, Mathematics (STEAM) program. The school counts on the FOR Club to fund these programs and each year the FOR Club is faced with raising over $157,000 to meet their goal.
The great news is that there is no fee to be part of the club and as parents and supporters of mustangs you are already a member! Whether you are looking tbe involved or would just like more information, take a look around and feel free to contact us if you have any questions!
Programs We Support
Programs We Support
STEM
Art Program
Chess Club
Cheer Team
Makerspace
VAPA
Support Intervention
Running Club
Library Support
Art Programs and Supplies
Track and Field
PE Supplies
Ukulele
Teacher Grants
See the current year's budget here.
Meet the Executive Board
Meet the Executive Board
The FOR Club Executive Board works tirelessly throughout the school year, with your help, to keep Richland's Arts and Science programs running strong. Meet the people behind the titles.
Meeting Minutes
Meeting Minutes
The For Club has a general meeting every month- check out the Calendar to find the upcoming dates.
See the minutes from any For Club general meeting here.
FOR Club Bylaws
FOR Club Bylaws
The FOR Club continues running effectively and efficiently by following the Club's Bylaws. The Bylaws were updated during the 2024/25 school year and are written to be updated every 3 years.
Click here to check out the current bylaws.
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the FOR Club?
What is the FOR Club?
The FOR Club is Richland Elementary's PTO. FOR Club is an acronym for 'Friends of Richland". A PTO is a 'Parent Teacher Organization’.
The FOR Club is a non-profit organization made up of parents who volunteer their time, services, or provide monetary donations enhance the learning environment for students and teachers. All monetary donations are tax deductible with the majority of funding spent in the same school year. FOR Club works with administrators to support the arts and science programs and necessary tools that enhance our Mustang's educational experience!
Why do we need the FOR Club?
Why do we need the FOR Club?
The FOR Club raises money to support programs that are no longer supported by the state. FOR Club fully funds Richlands STEAM, VAPA, and Luminary Arts along with additional programs. FOR Club provides family fun and community building events throughout the year. We provide extra opportunities our students and teachers need to continue enjoying the outstanding learning environment here at Richland.
Does it cost money to join the FOR Club?
Does it cost money to join the FOR Club?
There is no fee to join the FOR Club. In fact, as parents, family members or community supporters of Mustangs, you are already a member!
When and where are the FOR Club meetings? What is typically discussed?
When and where are the FOR Club meetings? What is typically discussed?
FOR Club meetings will be held every second Tuesday of the month from 4:30-5:30 pm in the Teacher Development Room. Expect updates from the principal, the FOR Club Executive Board and Event Committees. Childcare provided.
What programs does FOR Club support?
What programs does FOR Club support?
The FOR Club supports all of the arts and science programs at Richland Elementary; STEM, the Art program, Chess Club, the Cheer Team, VAPA, Luminary Arts, Support Intervention, Accelerated Reader (AR), Running Club, Library Support, Track and Field, PE Supplies, Ukulele and Teacher Grants. Without our fundraising efforts, these programs would not be funded.
Total Funds needed to be Raised: $195,109.46
STEM Instruction Program - $75,600
Instructional Aides - $55,650.58
Art Instruction Program - $24,099.88
Teacher Grants - $15,000
Performing Arts - $14,000
Operating Expenses - $5,059
Staff Appreciation - $3,000
Clubs, Scholarships and Misc - $2,700
What are the volunteer opportunities with FOR Club?
What are the volunteer opportunities with FOR Club?
What are the volunteer opportunities with FOR Club?
What are the volunteer opportunities with FOR Club?
The FOR Club is always looking for volunteers! There are a variety of committees that help run different events or areas. You can fill out a volunteer form and we will contact you about different volunteer opportunities. You can also help by contacting your mustang's teacher and either signing up as a Room Parent or asking what you can do to support the room parent. Click here to explore how to Get Involved!
I don't have much time to volunteer? Are there other ways I can support the FOR Club.
I don't have much time to volunteer? Are there other ways I can support the FOR Club.
We understand that some schedules do not allow for much time to volunteer. If you can not volunteer for fundraisers or events, you can can support us by attending any of our upcoming events, such as the Halloween Carnival, Golf Tournament, Family Dance or Bingo De Mayo. We also offer sponsorship opportunities for many programs we support as well as sponsorship opportunities for the golf committee.
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