Special Initiative - Elementary PE Teaching Positions 2025-26
The Lake Oswego Schools Foundation exists to raise funds that support teaching positions in every school, helping to ensure all students benefit from a high-quality education across our district. This mission remains our central focus.
At the same time, in light of the LOSD budget shortfall, the District has heard from many families who are eager to go above and beyond to preserve full-time PE instruction at the elementary level. In response, and in collaboration with the District and parent community, a special initiative has been created to fundraise for Elementary PE Teaching Positions.
Fundraising for Elementary PE Teaching Positions in 2025–26 is a unique effort—separate from our Annual Campaign—that provides a pathway for those who wish to make additional contributions to help retain full-time PE in our elementary schools.
As always, all gifts directly support teaching positions across the district, and it is the District’s role to determine which positions are funded.
We are deeply grateful for the generous support of our community and remain committed to ensuring every student has access to enriching educational opportunities.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the elementary Elementary PE Teaching Fund?
At present, many elementary parents are expressing concern over the potential loss of PE instruction and are seeking ways to help. The District has granted permission for families to fundraise specifically for elementary PE teaching positions through a special initiative, with the Foundation serving as the sole entity capable of directing private donations toward teaching roles. This is a parent-led, district-approved, and Foundation-enabled initiative powered by community collaboration and a shared commitment to keeping PE in our schools.
What will funds collected for the Elementary PE Teaching Fund be used for?
All donations made to the special fund will be used to support PE teaching positions at each elementary school in the district.
Can donations be designated for a specific school?
Donations cannot be designated for a specific school. Each donation supports the overall fundraising goal to support teaching positions at each elementary school in the district.
What is the goal for the Elementary PE special initiative?
The total goal to retain elementary PE positions for the 2025–26 school year is $400,000.
When do donations need to be made by to impact staffing for 2025-26?
All funds must be received by June 30, 2025, in order to count toward staffing decisions for the 2025–26 school year.
What happens if the fundraising goal is not achieved?
If the fundraising goal is not met, donors to the Elementary PE Teaching Fund will have the option to:
- Redirect their gift to the Foundation’s Annual Fund, or
- Request a refund (less a 4% fee to cover credit card processing charges).
Note on refunds:
- For donations made by credit card, 96% of the original gift will be refunded. Credit card processing fees are not recoverable.
- If you chose to cover the credit card fee at the time of your donation, your refund will include both the base donation and the additional fee you covered—minus the 4% processing charge.
- Example: You donate $100 and cover fees with a $104 total charge. Your refund would be $104 minus 4% = $100.
- Donations made by check or cash will be refunded in full via check.
What happens if a surplus of funds are received?
If the campaign raises more than the $400,000 goal, the additional funds will be reserved to support PE teaching positions in the 2026–27 school year.
Can Foundation 2024-25 donations and pledges be redirected to the Elementary PE Teaching Fund?
Funds already donated or pledged to the Annual Fund cannot be redirected to the Elementary PE Teaching Fund. Your support of the Annual Fund continues to help fund teaching positions at all eleven schools—thank you for your commitment to district-wide excellence.
