Byck PTA

Enriching the lives of everyone involved at Byck!

Our History

In the past, Byck hasn't had an extremely large PTA.  This year, however, we have increased our memberships dramatically!  We have won several awards within the 15th district PTA.  Help us to reach our goal of 100% membership and to become a recognized School of Excellence for the 2008-2009 School Year!

Awards/Certifications:

  •  Event of the Year award from Kentucky State PTA for "Dad's Mad Science Night"
  • Membership for 2007-2008 equaled or exceeded membership in 2006-2007
  • 10% increase in Membership over school year 2006-2007
  • Recognition for Completion of a PTA Board Training 2007-2008
  • Editors Choice Award PTO Magazine "Parent Group of the Year 2008"

Sponsored Events:

  • Earth Day Awareness
  • Litter Bug Contest (Jefferson Mall)
    Teacher Appreciation Week
  • 5th Grade Graduation
  • Zoo Field Trips
  • Derby Day Races
  • Family Fun Fitness Night
  •  Family Portrait Day
  • Art Show
  • Dad's Mad Science Night
  • Family Sock Hop
  • Talent Show

Achievements:

  • Received $4500 Grant from Kaboom! and Home Depot (for Phase Two of the Playground)
  • Received $5850 Grant from The Cralle Foundation (for Phase One of the Playground)
  • Successfully Built first playground ever (Phase One AND Two) for Byck kids after 60+ years!
  • Received $2500 Fred Wiche Gardening Grant
  • Received $30,000 Grant from Louisville Metro Parks & Recreation for Phase Two of the Playground!!

Purchases:

Ice machine in cafeteria

Microwaves for Teachers Lounges 

Teacher Classroom Supplies 

School Marquee

Popcorn Machine (2008)

Phase One Playground Equipment (2008)

Revamping of the Teachers Lounge for Teacher Appreciation (2009)

Phase Two of Playground Equipment (2009)

Seven Cedar Raised Garden Beds (2009)