Creekside Elementary

We are a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization affiliated with the San Ramon Valley Education Foundation specifically for Creekside Elementary School. Click here for our affiliate letter.

 

The Comet Fund provides a bridge between what is provided by the state and what our Site Council believes will make us an elite school. We use the term "Margin of Excellence" when we refer to the programs that are supported by the donations that fulfill this vision.

 

The PTA conducts school community-building family events where money raised primarily covers the cost of running the events. They hold a fundraiser to support assemblies and certain resources.

 

The Comet Fund raises money to fund specific positions and programs proposed by our principal and teachers, reviewed by the Board of Directors and approved by the members of The Comet Fund. Think of us like a school "booster" club. See Programs Funded for more information.

Our primary funding comes from a per child donation request at registration of $695. This tax deductible donation goes to education enrichment at Creekside. The Comet Fund also holds events and run programs throughout the year where parents, educators, and our community are called upon to contribute.

 

We have signed up our school with various national and local programs to raise funds by asking our parents and Creekside friends to do what you do everyday. By using registered cards, using online shopping portals or eating on special nights, a portion of these purchase will be donated to The Comet Fund. See Everyday Fundraising for these FREE MONEY opportunities.

 

We hold events and sales throughout the school year where you and your Creekside friends can purchase admission tickets or items. These are wonderful opportunities to build our community and raise money at the same time. See Fundraising Events for more information.

President.  The President shall be the chief executive officer of The Comet Fund.  The President shall preside over all the meetings and the annual meeting of The Comet Fund, shall, in general, supervise and control all of the business and affairs of The Comet Fund, and shall be responsible for reporting to the Foundation, as required, on the activities and operation of The Comet Fund.  He/She shall be an ex-officio member of all committees except the Nomination Committee.

 

Vice-President.  The Vice-President shall, in the absence of the President, or in event of his/her inability or refusal to act, perform the duties of the President, and when so acting, shall have all the powers of and be subject to all the restrictions of the President.  The Vice-President shall perform such other duties from time to time as may be assigned to him/her by the President or the Board.

 

Treasurer.  The Treasurer shall have charge and custody of and be responsible for all funds and securities of The Comet Fund, and shall be responsible for providing the Foundation with all financial and accounting data required of The Comet Fund.

 

Secretary.  The Secretary shall keep the minutes of the annual meeting and meetings of the Board, see that all notices are duly given in accordance with the provisions of these Bylaws, be custodian of The Comet Fund’s records, and in general perform all duties incident to the office of Secretary

 

Financial Secretary. The Financial Secretary shall work with the Treasurer to ensure monthly financial statements are accurate.  The Financial Secretary shall also receive copies of monthly bank statements, mailed directly from the bank, for review.