The Whittier Parent Teacher Organization (PTO) is a non-profit organization run by a volunteer team made up of teachers, staff, parents, and guardians. Our mission is to build connections between families, the school, and the Oak Park community. We are dedicated to promoting academic success, as well as social and emotional growth for all children at Whittier. The PTO funds numerous educational initiatives at the school, including teacher resources, fieldtrips, and special all-school programming. The PTO also funds the care and maintenance of our school, including providing facility and building upgrades, collaborative gardening, and day-to-day logistical needs. Last, the PTO funds FUN activities to bring students, teachers, staff, and families together to build strong emotional and educational connections. To fund these initiatives, we depend on the generosity of our community through monetary donations and fundraising. Currently, we are planning our Whittier Adult Fundraising Event, which will be an evening for caregivers to socialize and enjoy an evening out Saturday, January 21, 2023. We will receive a percentage of ticket sales but will depend on our raffle and silent auction activities to raise most of the funds toward our annual goals. Would you consider donating an item(s) to our silent auction?