Fifteenth annual Committee for Atascadero Public Schools education event begins
Event will have an online auction
–Committee for Atascadero Public Schools (CAPS) is holding its fifteenth annual event for education from August 17-22. This year’s theme is “Calling All Superheroes!” in recognition of the work of local teachers, students, donors and volunteers.
The event features an online auction with more than 90 prize packages including vacation stays, golfing, wine tastings, dining, art, décor and more. The goal is to raise money to support the teachers and students in all of Atascadero’s eleven public schools through grants to teachers to subsidize or provide unfunded educational programs and classroom needs. Register to view and bid on the auction at http://CAPS2021.ggo.bid
CAPS is a 100% volunteer run, nonprofit organization made up of parents, teachers, retired teachers and community members. It operates under the umbrella of the Atascadero Greyhound Foundation.
Last year, CAPS raised over $67,000 and awarded 109 grants, which greatly helped local schools pivot to distance learning and prepare for in-person learning for students. Many grants purchased class sets of books, outdoor furniture, document cameras, online program subscriptions, science kits and other classroom needs.
