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with Feather Our Nest!

The UPES PTA’s second inaugural “Feather Our Nest” Fall Fundraiser is here.

Now through Nov. 22, make a donation to help the UPES PTA fund programming and initiatives that make our school thrive.

Make a donation to the UPES PTA

The PTA is committed to providing every student with the opportunities they deserve and every teacher with the resources they need. Feather Our Nest is vital in leading that effort.

University Park Elementary School is a lively and diverse school, where students from University Park, Hyattsville, Riverdale, and College Park come together to learn and grow. With a strong sense of community, we are proud to celebrate the unique backgrounds of our amazing students.

However, many of our students face challenges:

  • 41% of our students (around 215 children) are categorized as economically disadvantaged.

  • 60% of our students (around 318 children) qualify for free and reduced lunch.

  • 1 in 3 students at UPES is an English Language Learner, with 175 students working hard to master both their academics and a new language.

  • 10% of our students are special needs.

How does the PTA Help?

  • Teacher Support

    We help fund classroom set up costs, continuing education grants for our teachers, and provide resources that benefit the entire school.

  • Capital Improvements

    This year the PTA is funding a complete renovation of the school’s media center, with plans to enhance other spaces in the future. It is a way we show our students and teachers they matter.

  • Afterschool Enrichment

    We provide enrichment classes, and no student is denied access due to inability to pay. Whether its chess club, cricket, or extra academic support, our students benefit from these experiences.

  • Field Trips

    We supplement the budget for each grade, ensuring all students can participate in field trips and explore the world beyond our school—regardless of their family’s ability to pay.

  • School Assemblies and Events

    We fund assemblies and special events, like bringing a planetarium to UPES for a family night, providing unique experiences for students and families.

  • Lunch Support

    We fund a school lunch account, so no child at UPES carries school lunch debt.

  • Winter Coat Drive

    Each winter, we host a coat drive that benefits many of our students and families.

  • Supporting Community Access

    We recently purchased translation equipment for non-English speakers at school events, and we continually seek ways to support our English Language Learners and their families.

  • Emergency Family Assistance

    We step in to support families in our community who are facing acute crises.

Donate to Feather Our Nest Today

We are deeply grateful for the generosity and involvement of our community!

Your donation will ensure that all of our children receive the support they deserve.