PTA Update from the Eagle's Nest
PTA Newsletter: Week of February 9, 2026
We hope everyone's dancing feet have rested up from the VIP & Me Dance Friday night. It was such a fun night and we are grateful for the 230 dancers that joined us. From the animal dances to the dance circle, the DJ did a fantastic job of wearing everyone out! A special thank you for Toni and Trinity for creating a wonderful dance and brining us all together. Also, thank you to the volunteers that helped with refreshments, crafts, and end of night clean-up! We will share information about our VIP 3rd-5th grade event after Mid-winter break.
Bingham Bid + Bash Highlight
A new twist on an auction night favorite... we are brining back a raffle component to the BBB event. Join us in-person on March 14th for Bingham Bid + Bash and you could go home with awesome themed baskets or even a parking space (YES, you heard that right). This year, attendees will have the option to purchase raffle tickets ($20 for your height in tickets) to win lotto tickets, spa services, and so more! To cap the raffles off there will be a stand-alone special raffle where you can win your own 2026-2027 school year parking space (this is separate from the auctioned spaces).
Be sure to get your tickets to the event by March 2nd to avoid the price increase. This event is open to all adults in our community.
PTA Meeting: February 10, 7:00 - 8:00 p.m. (ONLINE)
All Bingham Farms families are invited to join us for our monthly PTA meetings. We meet in the Media Center to share updates on school programs, vote on how to support our classrooms, and hear the Principal's report.
Invitation to Join the Board
- Interest must be provided by February 10th - at the February Meeting our slate will sit for 30 days and at the March 17th meeting the PTA will vote for the 2026-2027 Board.
Bingham Farms Elementary Open House 2/24 5-6pm
Join us for an opportunity to see the new building improvements that were funded by the District's Capital Bond. See the innovative collaborative spaces and the new 4th/5th grade addition. This is a great opportunity to check-out the space our 4th graders are now enjoying.
Save the Date - Heritage Night: March 3
Mark your calendars for our school Heritage Night. This memorable evening allows families to explore different countries and cultures through crafts, art, music, food, and more. If your family would like to lead or partner on a room, please complete our Google Form.
- Interest Form: Share your cultural background and learn more
Bingham Bid + Bash: March 14
All adults (family, friends, neighbors) to join us for Bingham Farm's biggest fundraiser of the year! This year we are taking on the casual vibe and heading on over to Paddle + Par. Take part in pickleball, sports simulators, appetizers and dessert, live raffle, drinks and more! All equipment is provided and we will introduce you to pickleball if you are unfamiliar. Not interested in playing - there will be plenty of space to mingle and meet-up with fellow families (minus the kids and their chaos). Pre-sale tickets are required and price increases on March 3.
Bingham Bid + Bash Tickets
- Now through March 2: $45 (includes 2 drink tickets), $30 (dry ticket)
- March 3 (until sold out): an additional $15 per ticket
- Sponsor a Teacher or Staff Member Ticket: $45
- Not able to attend, but interested in donating - we appreciate it and it can be done through the same link.
Annual Bingham Farms PTA Auction - Donations Needed
Donations to our annual Bingham Farms Elementary PTA Auction Event are now being accepted. If you own or work for a local business that is willing to make a donation of service or product, we welcome your participation. Have a fun talent, sporting tickets, new games, or other auctionable items? Let us know. Every bit helps to support our amazing school and the programs the PTA supports.
- Send all Donations and Sponsorships to PTA Secretary: Meagan Tessler
Conference Refreshments
Help us provide some treats and refreshments for our teachers and staff during conferences on March 24 & 25. Choose an item on the list or provide your own favorites. All treats should be dropped off at the school office. Thanks for brightening their day!
Stock the Lounge
Our teachers and staff are just like us...
Please help us bring a winter pick-me-up to our Bingham stars by stocking the staff lounge with delicious treats and a variety of caffeine options. Drop off an individually packaged snack, protein fix, or caffeine beverage to bring a bit of joy on these cloudy and cold winter days. Choose from an item on the Sign-up-Genius or one of your own fav's.
Volunteer Opportunities: Now to June
Each newsletter, we will update volunteer opportunities for ways to get involved in the school and see your kiddos. No experience needed, just warm smiles and a willingness to help out. *Volunteer opportunities for class parties will be sent out by your Grade Connector. In the meantime, will you consider helping us in the Library, Cafeteria, or on the Playground?
*Please note on days when it the weather is too cold to go outside, we especially need volunteers to help supervise classrooms so that teachers can get much-needed breaks!
- In-school: Volunteer Opportunities
- Special Events: Volunteer Opportunities
Upcoming Events *Save the Date*
- Heritage Night: March 3
- Auction Night: March 14
- Art & Food Truck Night: April 28
It ALL Adds Up!
Each participation and purchase at our programs and events adds up. Here is a quick snapshot of the PTA benefit from some of our recent activities:
- Bingham Boo - $6288.65
- School Supply kits - $2152.51
Spirit Wear - $133.28
- Kroger - $109.46
- Panara - $112.68
- Box Tops for Education - $75.90
- Rusty Bucket - $269.70
*Kroger Givebacks and Box Tops for Education information listed at the end of this newsletter.
Social Media
Stay in touch with friends and share your back-to-school highlights on your grade's Facebook pages. These are meant to be social spaces that spread positivity throughout our classes.
JK Fall 2026: https://www.facebook.com/groups/binghamfarms2040
JK (Fall 2026 K): https://www.facebook.com/groups/binghamfarms2039
K: https://www.facebook.com/groups/binghamfarms2038
1st: https://www.facebook.com/groups/binghamfarms2037
2nd: https://www.facebook.com/groups/binghamfarms2036
3rd: https://www.facebook.com/groups/472210227864239
4th: https://www.facebook.com/groups/binghamfarmsclassof2034
5th: https://www.facebook.com/groups/266592604487679/
School-wide: https://www.facebook.com/groups/151317498264661
Shop to Support the PTA
Kroger Community Rewards
Help our school while you shop. Under your Kroger Plus Card Account > Rewards > Community Rewards, you can select an organization that a portion of your sale goes to support! Choose AC809 for Bingham Farms Elementary and our PTA gets a check with no extra steps after you sign-up.
Box Tops for Education
A great way to support the school is through Box Top$ for Education. Long gone are the days of clipping the barcodes of cereal boxes or soup labels. Download the app, select Bingham Farms Elementary, and each time you shop at the grocery scan your receipt. It will auto calculate the donation and send it to our school! It is easy, and you don't need to know which food or supplies qualify for credit - the app checks for you. Now download that app while you wait for the bus, or in the pick-up gathering zone. Thanks for supporting our school, and be sure to share with friends and family too!
Interested in Becoming a Partner?
If you own a business and would be interested in partnering with the PTA, please reach out to support our Bingham Farms Elementary PTA.
Previous Newsletters
February 1, 2026: https://app.smore.com/n/4sg1p
January 25, 2026 (Bingham Bid + Blast kick-off): https://app.smore.com/n/v9cdy
January 19, 2026: https://app.smore.com/n/zemb5
January 12, 2026: https://app.smore.com/n/78mre
January 5, 2026: https://app.smore.com/n/7wzaj
December 15, 2025: https://app.smore.com/n/dg39v
December 2, 2025: https://app.smore.com/n/5e8b9
November 24, 2025: https://secure.smore.com/n/0tjkx
November 17, 2025: https://secure.smore.com/n/y6afkb
November 10, 2025 (Assistance Resources): https://secure.smore.com/n/4xfgj
November 3, 2025: https://secure.smore.com/n/mtsf3
October 27, 2025: https://secure.smore.com/n/m6gdj
All Previous Newsletters can be found at the bottom of the October Newsletter.
Please stay in touch and reach out if you have any questions.
Jeanette Aiello
PTA President