How the Ridgway Area PTO supports FSG.
The Ridgway Area PTO works closely with the teachers and staff at Francis S. Grandinetti Elementary School (FSG) to provide programs, resources, events, and experiences that enrich our students' school years.
FIND YOUR GRADE
See your child's grade below to support their Class Fund, meet their teachers, and view classroom wish lists.
Kindergarten
Class Fund
Big beginnings deserve special experiences!
Support our youngest Elk(er)s as they begin their FSG journey. Your support helps make Kindergarten activities, celebrations, field trips, and first-year memories possible.
Featured Fundraiser: 🔧 Kindergarten is off to a great start!
Thanks to the generosity of our community and the Ridgway Ace Fix-It Hardware Round Up Program, an incredible $1,800 was raised this summer to kick-start the Kindergarten Class Fund!
These funds will follow our newest FSG students as they begin their elementary school journey, helping create special experiences and memories along the way.
Thank you, Ridgway Ace Fix-It Hardware & our amazing community! ❤️
Mrs. Frank
Mrs. Guyer
Mrs. Smith
First Grade
Making First Grade memories a little more magical!
Support our First Graders as they continue their FSG journey. Your support helps make classroom activities, celebrations, field trips, and special learning experiences possible.
Featured Fundraiser: ❄️ Things are getting FROSTY in First Grade!
This December, our Frosty Fundraiser will bring some friendly competition to FSG! Families and friends can purchase "snowballs" for their favorite First Grade teacher and watch their classroom snowman fill up.
The teacher with the fullest snowman will dress as Frosty before Winter Break, and their class will earn a special celebration!
Help First Grade make it snow! ❄️☃️
Class Fund
Ms. Buehler
Mrs. Dellaquila
Mrs. Peterson
Second Grade
Second Grade is getting the VIP treatment!
Support our Second Graders with activities, celebrations, field trips, enrichment, and memorable experiences throughout their FSG journey.
Featured Fundraiser: ⭐ VIP of the Month
Throughout the year, families can support the Second Grade Class Fund for a chance to win VIP School Pick-Up for the following month!
Bus rider? No problem! Winners can gift VIP Pick-Up to another FSG family and receive a Family Dinner Night to enjoy.
During the school play, VIP of the Month gets a theatrical upgrade with Red Carpet entrance, reserved parking, and premium seating! 🎭
Who will be our next FSG VIP? ⭐
Class Fund
Ms. Bundy
Mrs. Hoffman
Mrs. Nida
Third Grade
Third Grade is feeling lucky! 🍀
Support our Third Graders with field trips, classroom activities, celebrations, enrichment, and special experiences as they continue their FSG journey.
Featured Fundraiser: 🍀 Lucky Elker Scratch-Off
This March, students will bring home a Lucky Elker Scratch-Off Card to share with family, friends, neighbors, and community members.
Supporters simply scratch a spot to reveal their donation amount and contribute that amount to the Third Grade Class Fund.
It's a simple, interactive way to have some fun while helping our Third Graders reach their goals!
Scratch. Give. Get Lucky for Third Grade! 🍀
Class Fund
Ms. Amacher
Mrs. Mosier
Ms. Vogt
Fourth Grade
Class Fund
Fourth Grade is ready for some football! 🏈
Support our Fourth Graders with field trips, activities, celebrations, enrichment, and special experiences throughout the school year.
Featured Fundraiser: 🦃 Thanksgiving Football Squares
This November, we're adding a little extra excitement to Thanksgiving Day football! Families, friends, alumni, and community members can purchase a football square for a chance to win cash prizes during the Thanksgiving Day NFL games.
Squares will be randomly assigned, so everyone has a chance to get lucky while supporting Fourth Grade!
Watch football. Win prizes. Support Fourth Grade! 🏈❤️
Mrs. Grove
Mr. Kuleck
Mr. Hinton
Fifth Grade
Let's make their final year at FSG one to remember! ❤️
Our Fifth Graders are celebrating their last year of elementary school, and their Class Fund helps support special field trips, activities, celebrations, and experiences along the way.
Featured Fundraiser: 🍗 Summit BBQ
Our Fifth Graders are teaming up with The Summit for a community BBQ fundraiser!
Students will help sell BBQ meals and have the opportunity to volunteer alongside classmates, families, teachers, and community members on event day.
Join us September 20 and help make their final year at FSG extra special! 🍗❤️
Class Fund
Mrs. Friedl
Mrs. Horning
Mrs. McClain
Special Education
Creating meaningful opportunities for every student. ❤️
The Special Education Student Fund helps provide activities, field trips, enrichment opportunities, supplies, resources, and other meaningful experiences identified by our Special Education teachers and staff.
Featured Fundraiser: 🍝 Moose Lodge Spaghetti Dinner
We're excited to partner with the Moose Lodge for a community Spaghetti Dinner benefiting the Special Education Student Fund!
Families, friends, and community members can enjoy a great meal while helping us work toward our $3,000 annual fundraising goal.
Dinner date and details coming soon!
Share a meal. Support our students. Make a difference! ❤️
Class Fund
Mrs. Fernan
Mrs. Hess
Mrs. Kelly
Ms. Kuleck
Ms. Mitchell
Mrs. Schroeder
Mrs. Kline
Specials, Staff & School Support Fund
Supporting the people and programs that reach every FSG student. ❤️
The Specials, Staff & School Support Fund gives families and community members one easy way to support FSG beyond the grade-level Class Funds.
Choose where your donation goes:
🎨 Art • 🎵 Music • 🏃 Physical Education 📚 Library
💻 Technology • 🔬 STEAM • 🌎 Spanish
🩺 School Nurse • 🤝 Paraprofessional Support
❤️ FSG General Fund
Your gift can help provide supplies, equipment, resources, special projects, enrichment opportunities, and student support throughout FSG.
Choose what matters to you. Support FSG. Make a difference! ❤️
Class Fund
Mrs. Daghir
Guidance
Mrs. Dybowski
School Nurse
Mr. Hinton
Library/Math
Ms. Johnston
Art
Mrs. Martino
Reading
Mrs. Morelli
Physical Education
Mr. Phipps
Music/Band
Ms. Raubenstrauch
STEAM
Mrs. Rich
K-12 STEM