BESCA
The Booksin Elementary School Community Association (BESCA) is a parent and teacher organization that raises money solely for the benefit of all students at school.
Revenues from our fundraiser directly support:
- All-school programs of music, art, technology and science
- Field trips and other student enrichment
- Additional classroom supplies and learning materials for teachers
It is difficult to imagine our curriculum without this additional funding. We are very proud to be a California Distinguished School in the San Jose Unified School District. As parents, we know our support and involvement is required, and the 400+ volunteers we tap for this event know that they are working hard to make Booksin a great school.
Like a traditional PTA, parents and teachers work together to provide an enhanced school experience for every student. We look and feel like any school-associated group and we follow district guidelines in our actions and policies. Unlike a PTA, we are an independent, non-profit organization, incorporated since 1975 to simply serve our school.
We have traditionally worked to support enrichment programs like Music, Technology, Art, Library, Reading, Science, Physical Education and in the last several years have also provided cash to classrooms for supplemental materials. We sponsor the Walkathon and other fundraising events to pay for this, and we organize community involvement activities as well. We are all focused on a great, cohesive school experience for students, parents and staff.
Who are the Members? All parents and guardians of enrolled students, teachers and staff are welcome to join and be members of BESCA. We have a Board of Directors and committee chair membership of roughly 30 people, taking the lead on fundraising, student enrichment programs, community events and organizational management. The current Board of Directors and their contact information is listed int the Bulldog Newsletter .
How do I join? Complete a membership form! We ask for some information from you and a ten dollar donation to offset our administration costs.
In return for joining, you get a school calendar which will also include…NEW THIS YEAR: a school directory, and an opportunity to have your family listed. We are also offering as a trial this year a Community Businesses directory for you to opt into for an additional donation. Join Today! We welcome you.
BESCA is a California 501(c)3 Non-Profit Organization! Tax ID #23-7399164
