While survey results do not guarantee specific funding, they will be used heavily to inform budget priorities and decisions. But first, here’s an important note on the role of the PTSA and how funding works, specifically with respect to school staffing:

 

• Seattle Public Schools (SPS) funds core baseline staffing and operations. We are not allowed to fund additional classroom positions as they must follow the district’s standard allocation processes. The district also provides students one hour of Art, one hour of Music (excluding instrumental music), and three hours of PE every two weeks.

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• Bryant PTSA uses the funds it raises during our Annual Campaign to provide additional staffing at Bryant. Per School Board policy, we can fund up to $250,000 in additional staffing. Our PTSA makes the following positions possible at Bryant:

 

​       Academic & Enrichment

• Computer Lab / Library Assistant — 0.8 FTE 

• Reading Specialist — 0.3 FTE

• Math Specialist — 0.2 FTE 

• Math Tutor — 0.375 FTE

• Artists in Residence — 2 positions providing additional art

 

​       Student Support & Community

• Lunchroom Supervisor — 0.75 FTE

• Recess Supervision / Playground Monitors — 0.75 FTE 

• Volunteer Coordinator 

• SPARK — Two 3-hour days of Kindergarten orientation

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