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Washburn Rural High School
Who Are The PTO Blues Backers?
The WRHS PTO Blues Backers are a group of parents, friends, and teachers that work closely together with the high school staff and administration to establish and maintain a proud image of WRHS academic, athletic, and extracurricular activities. This is accomplished through both volunteer time and financial support.
What Do The PTO Blues Backers Do?
  • Raises money - makes the school go 'round!
  • Does the post prom...a HUGE deal.
  • Coordinates hospitality at school events - Washburn Rural style!
  • Funds school projects, activities and sports - soup to nuts!
  • Recognizes student achievement - the many, the proud!
  • Selects and sells school spirit merchandise - rural panache!
  • Operates concession stands - super size it!
  • Supports fundraising efforts of clubs and groups - no more baking!
  • Mobilizes volunteers - parents, friends, and teachers!
  • Hosts teacher appreciation events - much applause!
  • Facilitates homecoming activities - a royal event!
  • PTO Blues Backers... always there for us.
How Do YOU Connect?
  • Become a Blues Backers member. (PDF)
  • Attend Blues Backers Board Meetings, generally held the second Wednesday of the month at the school.
  • Volunteer for Blues Backers sponsored activities, if you wish.
  • Join at enrollment, school sponsored events, or by mail.
  • Enjoy...knowing your dues support extra enrichment opportunities for our WRHS students.
Fundraising Efforts
Reach out to... Providing...  
  • WRHS Dancin' Blues
  • Color Guard
  • Scholars Bowl
  • International Fest
  • Boys and Girls
    • Track
    • Basketball
    • Swimming
    • Golf
  • Football
  • Security
  • Stuco
  • Video Productions
  • Journalism
  • Woodworking Department
  • Site Council
  • Volleyball
  • Renaissance
  • Regional Competition
  • Flags
  • Timing Equipment
  • World Flags
  • Race Clock
  • Trophy Case
  • Shooting Practice Machine
  • Golf Bags
  • Stage Lighting and Curtain
  • Camera Production Equipment
  • Scouting Video Software/Computer
  • Gift Certificates
  • Travel Bags
  • Tarps
  • Cameras
  • Video Cameras
  • Radio Coverage
  • Sander & Saw
  • AED/Cabinet
  • Outdoor Classroom/Lunch Area
Booster Club members have provided appreciation meals for teachers, staffed and coordinated concessions, and spent countless hours planning and decorating for post prom.
Minutes From Meetings

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