This unique and enduring opportunity is raising money to build new play structures for both the large school playground, as well as the kindergarten playground, with the monetary donors featured in a prominent brick display at the school.
The need for new playground structures had become increasingly apparent to both staff and parents alike.
“The Coyote Valley Elementary playground equipment gets constant use, considering we have nearly 500 students using it during recesses and after lunch each day. Natural wear and tear over a decade of use has brought us to a point where we need a long range plan for replacement,” said school Principal Tom Hoskins.
He added, “The Buy-A-Brick fundraiser will allow individuals, families and businesses to donate funds towards building a new play structure over time while providing a venue for recognizing supporters with permanent in-lay bricks.”
Says the “Buy-a-Brick” campaign manager Carol Luis, “As a parent of two children who have attended Coyote Valley Elementary, I have watched the current playground deteriorate over the years. It seems less and less of the current structures are usable and the Kindergarten playground area has never even had a proper play structure.”
Commemorative bricks can be purchased year-round by individuals, families, businesses, alumni, groups, teams, etc. and they also make a great gift.
All buyers will receive a certificate with their brick information. Costs range from $100 for a 4-inch by 8-inch brick, to $250 for an 8-inch by 8-inch brick, and up to $500 for an 8-inch by 8-inch that also includes the engraving of a company logo or graphic along with two lines of text.
This will be an ongoing fundraiser with a goal of ultimately raising $100,000. The first phase of bricks is tentatively scheduled to be laid in the gall of 2012 near the front office, in an area of high traffic and plenty of visibility for all to see and enjoy.
“We are very fortunate to have a school with wonderful teachers, a caring principal, and an extremely active and supportive PTO and community,” said Luis. “Providing our children with a fun and safe playground will only add to what is already a positive educational experience.”
To purchase your brick, or for more information, contact Carol Luis at 707-318-2661 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
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