Stratford Booster Club

04/22/2026

Teacher Appreciation Week is May 4–8

This is a great opportunity to recognize the teachers in our school and the role they play in our kids’ day-to-day learning and growth.

If you’re looking for ways to show your appreciation:
• Send a quick thank you note or email
• Have your child make a card or picture
• Drop off a favorite snack or drink
• Give them a shoutout on social media
• Simply say “thank you” the next time you see them

However you choose to do it, a little appreciation can go a long way. Let’s help make it a positive week for them.

04/18/2026

🏟️ IT’S GAME TIME, STRATFORD! 🏟️
Fund Night TONIGHT from 5:00–7:00 PM!

Bring your team, bring the energy, and get ready for a championship night for our kids!
Wear gear from your favorite team. Let’s see which teams are loved the most in Stratford!

🎂 Cake Walk = All-Star Event
Help us keep it going all night.
Please bring a cake, cupcakes or treat to the cafeteria starting at 4:00 PM. We can’t keep the game going without you!

🛍️ Silent Auction
Still have an item to donate? Bring it to the school at 4:00 PM and we’ll get it in the lineup.

🙏 Thank You, Volunteers
You’re the real MVPs. Check your email for your time slot and directions. Copies will also be at your tables so you’re ready to jump right in.

🎟️ Tickets & Games
• Raffle Tickets: $2 each or 10 for $20
• Game Tickets: $0.75 each or 20 for $10
• NEW THIS YEAR: With your first game ticket purchase, each child playing gets ONE entry into a special end-of-night drawing
(Name + parent phone number required)
• You do NOT need to be present to win

🏆 Step up to the plate, take your shot, and score big… prizes are won at each game this year!

🎁 Door Prizes
Grab your ticket at the front door. One entry per person. Stay in the game… your name could be called!

🍔 Concessions
The Lions Club has you covered. Refuel, recharge, and get back in the game!

🎟️ ELC Gala Tickets
Available tonight. Cash, check, or Venmo. Don’t sit this one out!

❓ Need Help?
Booster Club members in referee shirts are on the field and ready to assist.

🏈Game Rules for the Night:
Good sportsmanship is required.
No flags on the play tonight… just fun, fairness, and teamwork.
Our refs might miss a call here and there, but we’ll do our best to keep things running smoothly and games fair.

🏀⚾🏈 Let’s bring the energy, make some plays, and have a winning night! See you there! 🏆

04/15/2026

We need CAKES for the Cake Walk!

The Cake Walk is one of the most popular games at Fund Night, and the prize is a cake. If we run out of cakes, the Cake Walk has to shut down early, so we need your help.

We kindly ask that each family bring a cake or a dozen cupcakes.

Please have your cake delivered to the school by 4:00 pm on Saturday, April 18.

Thank you for helping make this a fun event for our students.

If you have an item you would like to donate to the Silent Auction or for door prizes, we would love to have it.

Silent Auction and door prize items can be dropped off at the school by 4:00 pm on Saturday, April 18, or brought in on Friday before 3:00 pm.

04/15/2026

Our last raffle item for Fund Night is this DeWalt 20V string trimmer, generously donated by KT&T Landscape LLC.

Raffle tickets are $2 each. Tickets are available for purchase at the school and at the event.

04/14/2026

Another raffle item for Fund Night is this Apple iPad 11-inch, generously donated by Harvest Electric.

Features include the A16 chip, Liquid Retina display, 128GB storage, Wi-Fi 6, front and back cameras, Touch ID, and all-day battery life-Silver

Raffle tickets are $2 each. Find your favorite 3–6 grade student that is participating and grab your tickets starting today. Tickets will also be available at the school and at the event.

04/14/2026

Another of our raffle items for Fund Night is this 28” Bali Outdoors gas fire pit, generously donated by Alyssa and Jason Carlberg.

Raffle tickets are $2 each. Find your favorite 3–6 grade student that is participating and grab your tickets starting today. Tickets will also be available at the school and at the event.

This is a great one to enjoy all summer long. Be sure to watch for more raffle item sneak peeks coming soon.

04/13/2026

Help support our daycare! They do an amazing job providing care, creating fun experiences, and helping prepare our students for elementary school.

Enjoy a night out while giving back. Hope to see you there!

Venmo

✨ Boots & Bling Gala – Ticket Deadline Approaching! ✨

Mark your calendars! April 15th is the last day to reserve your ticket for the Boots & Bling Adult Gala happening May 2nd at Backcountry Winery! 🤠✨

We’re so excited for an incredible evening featuring:

🍽 Dinner catered by Whatcha Smokin’ (included with every ticket!)
🎶 Live music by Rob Thomas, who is generously donating his time and talent as a sponsor for the evening!
📸 Professional photography by our Sponsor, Melissa Bell Photography capturing moments throughout the night — plus the opportunity to take professional photos with your friends or date at a beautiful backdrop when you arrive!
🎈 Drop-dead gorgeous décor by our Sponsor, BashPop!!
🌸 Stunning flowers created by our amazing sponsor, Jan Hoshaw!
🎟 Some really awesome raffle prizes you won’t want to miss.

Be sure to follow the event page to get sneak peeks of some of the raffle prizes and fun details coming your way! 👀

🎟 Tickets can now be paid for through Venmo as well!

We’re getting close to our goal and are currently about 50 tickets away. If you’re planning to attend, now is the time to grab your tickets! You can also help us spread the word by hitting that share button.

Grab your friends, get a group together and reserve a table for a fun night out!

✨ All for a great cause supporting the Stratford Early Learning Center. We have so many exciting things planned for the evening — you won’t want to miss this night out! ✨

🤎✨

04/10/2026

One of our raffle items for Fund Night is this 75” Vizio 4K Smart TV, generously donated by Stratford Communications.

Raffle tickets are $2 each. Find your favorite 3–6 grade student that is participating and grab your tickets. Tickets will also be available at the school and at the event.

This is one you won’t want to miss. Be sure to watch for more raffle item sneak peeks coming soon.

04/09/2026

Our next raffle item is a 1/2 hog with processing at Stanhope Locker

We will have TWO separate winners, each receiving a 1/2 hog

Donated by Devin and Shilea West Family

Get your tickets for a chance to win and support our great school

04/08/2026

One of our raffle items for Fund Night is this Echo leaf blower, generously donated by K.C. Nielsen in Webster City.

Raffle tickets are $2 each. Students in grades 3–6 who are participating will begin selling tickets today. Tickets can be purchased from those students, at the school, or at the event.

We have some great prizes lined up this year, so watch for more raffle item sneak peeks coming soon.

04/01/2026

Get your tickets soon! See you there!

✨ Boots & Bling Gala – Ticket Deadline Approaching! ✨

Mark your calendars! April 15th is the last day to reserve your ticket for the Boots & Bling Adult Gala happening May 2nd at Backcountry Winery! 🤠✨

We’re so excited for an incredible evening featuring:

🍽 Dinner catered by Whatcha Smokin’ (included with every ticket!)
🎶 Live music by Rob Thomas, who is generously donating his time and talent as a sponsor for the evening!
📸 Professional photography by our Sponsor, Melissa Bell Photography capturing moments throughout the night — plus the opportunity to take professional photos with your friends or date at a beautiful backdrop when you arrive!
🎈 Drop-dead gorgeous décor by our Sponsor, BashPop!!
🌸 Stunning flowers created by our amazing sponsor, Jan Hoshaw!
🎟 Some really awesome raffle prizes you won’t want to miss.

Be sure to follow the event page to get sneak peeks of some of the raffle prizes and fun details coming your way! 👀

🎟 Tickets can now be paid for through Venmo as well!

We’re getting close to our goal and are currently about 50 tickets away. If you’re planning to attend, now is the time to grab your tickets! You can also help us spread the word by hitting that share button.

Grab your friends, get a group together and reserve a table for a fun night out!

✨ All for a great cause supporting the Stratford Early Learning Center. We have so many exciting things planned for the evening — you won’t want to miss this night out! ✨

🤎✨