Westfield Elementary PTA — Spring 2026

Westfield Elementary PTA

Spring Read-a-Thon 2026

Excited elementary school students reading books together in a bright, colorful classroom

The Read-a-Thon
Starts Now.

April 14 – May 2, 2026

Our goal is big, our readers are ready, and every page turned brings us closer to $15,000 for new library books and classroom technology. Let's make this the best Read-a-Thon yet!

Sponsor a Reader Today

$15,000

Fundraising Goal

Weeks of Reading

Apr 14

Kickoff Date

How the Read-a-Thon Works

It is simple, fun, and rewarding for every student. Here is everything you need to know to get your reader started:

Collect Pledges

Ask family, friends, and neighbors to pledge a flat donation or an amount per book read. Every pledge counts — even $5 makes a difference for our school.

Read for 3 Weeks

Students read as many books as they can between April 14 and May 2. Teachers will track progress in class, and students log books at home using their reading journal.

Earn Prizes and Celebrate

Donations are collected online after May 2. Prizes are distributed at the school celebration assembly the following week. Every participating student receives a certificate of achievement.

Student Prize Milestones

The more your student raises, the bigger the reward. Here is what they can earn:

$50

Bronze Reader

Westfield Read-a-Thon pencil set and bookmark pack

$100

Silver Reader

School spirit t-shirt plus a $10 book store gift card

$250

Gold Reader

VIP lunch with the principal plus a $25 bookstore gift card

The Big School Prize

Hit $15,000 and Principal Hartley Gets Pied in the Face

You read that right. If Westfield Elementary reaches its $15,000 goal, Principal Hartley has agreed to take a pie to the face at the May 2 celebration assembly. Every student, every class, and every family will be there to cheer it on. This one is for the books — literally.

Celebration Assembly: Friday, May 2, 2026

Westfield Elementary School Gymnasium — 2:00 PM

How to Donate or Sponsor a Reader

Supporting your student — or sponsoring any Westfield reader — is quick and easy. All donations are processed securely online and go directly to the school fund.

Donate Online in 2 Minutes

Visit our fundraising page, search for your student by name or classroom, and choose a flat donation or a per-book pledge. You will receive a confirmation email and a tax receipt automatically.

Donate and Sponsor a Reader

Secure online payment — Visa, Mastercard, PayPal accepted

Share with Grandparents and Family

Grandparents, aunts, uncles, and family friends love to cheer on young readers. Send them a direct link to your student's fundraising page so they can sponsor from anywhere in the world.

Get your student's shareable link here

Grandparent smiling while reading with a child

Important Dates to Remember

April 14, 2026

Read-a-Thon officially kicks off. Students begin logging books.

April 21, 2026

Week 1 check-in. Classroom totals posted on the school fundraising board.

April 28, 2026

Final week begins. Last push to collect pledges and reach milestones.

May 2, 2026

Read-a-Thon ends. Celebration assembly at 2:00 PM. Prize distribution and — if we hit $15,000 — the big pie moment.

Every Donation Brings Us Closer to $15,000

New books for every classroom. New technology for every learner. And one very memorable moment for Principal Hartley. Thank you for supporting Westfield Elementary.

Make a Donation Now

Westfield Elementary PTA

142 Westfield Avenue, Springfield, IL 62701

Questions? Email us at pta@westfieldelementary.org

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