Each year, the Armstrong Elementary School PAC prepares a budget to support programs, supplies, and experiences that directly benefit students and staff. The budget is reviewed and approved by PAC members and reflects both recurring annual expenses and special projects identified by the school community.
We fund these initiatives through the BC Gaming Grant, community fundraisers, donations, and careful financial planning. All AES parents and guardians are welcome to provide input at PAC meetings and review the budget throughout the year.
Income
- Annual Carry-Forward — $20,000 (Actual Carry-Forward = $47,755.35)
- July 2024 Operating Bank Account = $35,330.65
- July 2024 Gaming Grant Bank Account = $12,424.70
- Donations & Grants (Actual Income = $5,220.00)
- BC Gaming Grant — $5,000 (Actual Income = $5,220.00)
- School Fundraisers (Actual Income = $11,991.42) *Fundraising income values are net values
- Hot Lunch Program — $6,000 (Actual Income = $6,402.90)
- Freezie Friday — $2,000 (Actual Income = $1,810.37)
- Christmas Bake Sale & 50/50 — $2,000 (Actual Income = $1,968.90)
- Davison Orchards Apple Boxes — $500 (Actual Income =$694.00)
- Wrapping Paper — $500 (Actual Income = $412.86)
- January Seed Packets — $500 (Actual Income = $650.05)
- Co-op Gas Station Number — $200 (Actual Income = $52.34)
Expenses
These are core expenses the PAC supports each year to enhance student life and school operations:
- Basic Overhead (Actual Expenses = $550.57)
- Office, Printing, & General Expenses — $250 (Actual Spend = $50.57)
- Babysitting at PAC Meetings & Events — $500 (Actual Spend = $500.00)
- Fundraising Supplies (Actual Expenses = $336.00)
- Munch a Lunch Software Subscription — $336 (Actual Spend = $336.00)
- Freezie Friday Supplies — $0 (Actual Spend = $0)
- Hot Lunch Supplies — $0 (Actual Spend = $0)
- Bake Sale Packaging Supplies — $0 (Actual Spend = $0)
- Classroom Supports (Actual Expenses = $8,505.99)
- Teacher Classroom Allowance — $2,600 (Actual Spend = $2,800.00)
- School Bus Field Trip Allowance — $3,600 (Actual Spend = $1,380.33)
- New Pinnies — $3,089.34 (Actual Spend = $3,089.34)
- Skate Sharpening — $30 (Actual Spend = $30)
- Stamps for Christmas Letter Writing — $300 (Actual Spend = $130.20)
- Repairs to County Skis — $100 (Actual Spend = $0)
- Cross-Country Skiing at Larch Hills — $600 (Actual Spend = $0)
- Spring Break Staff Recognition — $250 (Actual Spend = $266.12)
- Grade 3 Swimming Lessons — $800 (Actual Spend = $810.00)
- Extra Yearbooks — $125 (Actual Spend = $0)
- Events & Celebrations (Actual Spend = $3,892.99)
- Welcome Back BBQ — $800 (Actual Spend = $588.75)
- Math Night — $300 (Actual Spend = $257.34)
- May Pole Dancer Treats — $175 (Actual Spend = $0)
- Chess Club Pizza Celebration — $300 (Actual Spend = $0)
- One-to-One Reading Program Pizza Celebration — $200 (Actual Spend = $126.51)
- Fun Day Swimming & Treats — $800 (Actual Spend = $0)
- Kindergarten Orientation Coffee & Muffins — $70 (Actual Spend = $55.14)
- Grade 5 Graduation Hoodies & Celebration — $3,000 (Actual Spend = $2,865.25)
- Kindergarten Graduation Cake & Celebration — $250 (Actual Spend = $0)
- Special Projects (Actual Spend = $30,537.93)
- Garden Project Infrastructure — $29,500 (Actual Spend = $27,873.55)
- Willing to Ninja Days — $2,500 (Actual Spend = $2,664.38)
Notes
The 2024–2025 PAC budget begins with an unusually high annual carry-forward of $47,755.35. This total reflects funds that accumulated during years of lower spending due to COVID-related activity restrictions, combined with strong community support and fundraising efforts in anticipation of the new school garden project. These funds are being carefully allocated to support both ongoing PAC programs and one-time investments that directly benefit Armstrong Elementary students.
Budget Transparency & Participation
All parents are welcome to attend PAC meetings where the budget is discussed, reviewed, and updated. The Treasurer provides regular financial reports, and any changes to allocations are voted on by members.
If you have questions or suggestions about the PAC budget, please contact us or attend an upcoming PAC meeting. Your voice helps shape the school year!