How the PTA Makes a Difference

Two young boys in a classroom, smiling and holding scissors, with paper and colored markers on the table. There are other children in the background.
A security guard and a woman smiling for a photo in front of a building entrance.
Two children standing on a wooden bench outdoors, smiling and wearing colorful tie-dye shirts and paper crowns that say 'Sailing into Second Grade' and 'Sailing into Third Grade.'

The Chatsworth PTA is at the heart of our school community—connecting families, supporting students, and enhancing the educational experience from kindergarten through fifth grade. Thanks to the incredible generosity of our school community, the PTA proudly supports more than 50 programs, events, and initiatives that enrich the lives of our students, faculty, and families.

Through a variety of fundraising efforts held throughout the year, we’re able to provide meaningful support for many of our school’s key initiatives. From teacher grants and STEM enrichment to cultural arts programming, classroom supplies, author visits, and after-school clubs, our funds help bring learning to life. We also foster community through much-loved events like the Book Fair, Spring Fair, Parents Night Out, and International Fair, among others. Take a look at the chart below for a snapshot of how PTA resources are typically allocated in a standard (non-COVID) school year.

Want to see how it all comes together? Click here to explore our committees and learn more about the amazing work happening behind the scenes. It’s your support that makes it all possible—thank you!

Pie chart showing various categories and their percentage contributions, including Special Projects at 24.5%, Cultural Arts at 14.3%, Teacher Grants at 11.2%, Faculty Appreciation at 7.1%, School Support/Book of the Month at 9.2%, Musical and Talent Show at 6.1%, Author visits and Recess Programming at 4.1%, Wellness and Nutrition Events, Garden/Outdoor Education, and Other categories at 4.1%, Scholarships at 4.1%, Parent Ed & Speakers at 1.0%, and a small segment for Recess Programming at 2.0%. An annotation notes that the annual special project varies each year, with the latest being the playground shade structure for 2019/20.