Shhh...Do you hear that? That’s the sound of monster footsteps headed our way. Because the Monster Walk is BACK. After last year’s successful Monster Zoom-A-Thon Move-A-Thon, this year we’re back on the track! It’s our only student-led fundraiser and our BIGGEST. And we are as excited as ever to hit our MONSTER goal of 30,000 dollars!
What is the Monster Walk?
It’s Gardner Street’s annual Walkathon fundraiser! All of our students (and teachers!) walk a 5K (3.2 miles) at school to get their bodies moving and raise money for all the incredible enrichment programs at Gardner.
Why do we need to raise money?
LAUSD does not provide the art, music, PE or yoga programs at our school. Due to budget cuts, these programs had to go. So it's up to US to make sure that every single student gets these weekly programs that create a full, well-rounded education. We believe the arts and movement are just as important as science and math, and encourage creativity, self-awareness, self-expression and self-esteem!
How do we raise money?
Each family creates a fundraising page for their student(s) by clicking HERE. It’s super quick to add your child’s name, photo (optional), and a little blurb about why they’re walking. Some of our students even make little videos or write letters to send to make it more personal. Then you email the link to friends and family so they can donate five or ten bucks (or MORE!) to support the cause. It's safe, secure and easy to donate online. And every dollar helps!
Can people donate cash or checks?
YES! Pledge forms will go home in backpacks this week and can be returned to your student's teacher with an envelope of cash/checks. If you don't receive the form or need a new one, click here to print one.
What team am I on?
When you create your fundraising page, your team is your student’s teacher’s name. Each class is a team and it’s a fun competition to see which class can raise the most money.
What is the goal?
Our goal is $100 per student. Which means $30,000 for the entire school! We need everyone to participate so we can make it happen!
When is the walk?
It’s Friday, February 25th outside on the track!
Pre-K (AM)/TK/Kindergarten/First grade – 8:45 – 9:30 AM
Second/Third grade – 10:50 – 11:50 AM
Fourth/Fifth grade – 1:20 – 2:20 PM
Pre-K (PM) – 1:20 – 2:05
Grownup monsters are welcome to come during their child’s time slot to cheer them on, but will have to stand on the sidelines so we can keep all our little monsters safe. (Just like at pick-up.)
It only takes a minute to set up your page so click here to get walking!