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Since its establishment in 1964, McClure Middle School has served as a cornerstone of education and community engagement for the Queen Anne and Magnolia neighborhoods. Over the decades, McClure has evolved to meet the changing needs of its students and the community, consistently striving for academic excellence and inclusivity.
The McClure community and PTSA are working hard to bridge the gap created by budget shortfalls and an expanding student body. To help raise funds for critical resources, McClure is reintroducing the annual McClure Middle School Auction, which last took place in 2017. Through this auction, McClure aims to raise funds for library supplies, the science department, ongoing staff appreciation and support efforts, student engagement and enrichment activities (dances, clubs, etc.), as well as two full-time teachers for English Language Arts and The Writers in School program. Additionally, the McClure gym is in need of audio/visual technology and a stage so that students can benefit from school assemblies and performing arts shows.
Auction organizers are looking to the community — local businesses and families — for items, experiences and services that can be put up for auction during the event, which takes place on Friday, March 21, at MOHAI. Businesses that make a donation will be prominently highlighted at the evening auction and dinner and recognized in promotional materials. Individuals and families who donate can take pride in knowing their contribution is making a meaningful impact on the community.
Here’s a list of items for auction donations:
• Exciting Experiences: Wine tasting party, distillery tour, cooking class or a private chef experience, a weekend at your cabin, a day on your sailboat, a party hosted by you or your business.
• Sports & Entertainment: Tickets to a show at the Paramount, 5th Avenue theater, or other local theaters and concert venues. Seats for a Kraken, Seahawks, Mariners, Storm, or Sounders game.
• Delicious Dining: Gift cards to restaurants for family meals or date nights.
Shop Til You Drop: Gift cards to local stores, big retailers, grocery stores, spa services, or even any unused gift cards you have laying around.
• Fun Getaways: Airline vouchers, airline miles, hotel or Airbnb gift cards.
• Gift Baskets: Baskets filled with goodies such as chocolates or decadent snacks, pampering products for a spa at home day, a compilation of fun games for a family game night…the possibilities are endless!
• Cheers to Giving: Bottles of wine, champagne, or spirits valued at $20 or more. These will be used for the wine toss at the auction.
Visit this link by Feb. 25, to donate: https://tinyurl.com/ywje6sk5