Advertising booster club fundraisers and spirit night via PFLASA

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We are seeing an influx of requests on the FB group. While we want to support everyone, we also would like to keep its primary focus on information sharing. Should you like to advertise an event (and we’d love to know about it!), here are guidelines to optimize your advertising:

  • All posts must be LASA related.
  • First submit your content to the Raptor Report by Sunday midnight to see it in the following Wednesday’s RR (for up to 3 consecutive weeks!). This goes out to the most eyes.
  • On FB, ONCE PER EVENT, as per our group rules 4 and 5 (see below). Posts that contain links to fundraisers in the body of the text are automatically flagged as ‘spam’ by FB. Please post relevant links in the comments.
  • Spirit Nights can only be advertised ONCE on FB, on the day before or day of the event.

P.S. We don’t use the Google groups to advertise these events as we would be overwhelming our families with constant asks.

Thank you all!

PFLASA FB admins

The CONNECT-7 Masterclass: Your First Step into AI-Driven Innovation

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Nov. 6th 6:30-7:30p

Introducing students to a practical framework for research-driven innovation. Students gain hands-on exposure to systematic research methods, AI-powered solution-building, and entrepreneurial thinking used to develop startup prototypes, competition pitches, and research publications. It also includes a live AI demonstration showing how to convert data into actionable insights – no coding background required. Participants will leave with a practical roadmap of the framework used for producing independent, evidence-based work that sets them apart in academic and professional environments.

Register here

Great Gathering News

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NEW this week!
The Mardi Gras Great Gathering is now open to ALL classes!

NEW this week as well!
The BBQ and Beers is now open to both 2028 AND 2029!

As I type this, we still have:
– 5 SPOTS LEFT for 2026 Ugly Sweater on 12/5

If you’d like to submit your Great Gathering, please fill out this interest form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScr3u7FIMP2kVt-_wE9Hb2byqiaUkvDsLlQQvVpXn3MXGGLYQ/viewform

Thank you for your support of the class of 2026’s Senior Events!

Manue – Great Gatherings chair

LASA Baseball Pointsettia Fundraiser

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Support the Raptors Baseball Team by purchasing beautiful poinsettias this fall! 🌺

Plants are $15 each and come in a 6.5 inch pot. Poinsettias will be delivered before Thanksgiving and make wonderful holiday decorations and gifts!

This annual fundraiser not only supports Raptors Baseball, but also benefit Down Home Ranch — a wonderful nonprofit in Elgin, TX that provides opportunities for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities through meaningful work, education, and community.

Order now: https://tinyurl.com/3b2p63j4

Thank you!

PFLASA’s Upcoming Great Gatherings!

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NEW!! For 2026+2027: Sangria and Tapas, Sat Jan 31, 6-9pm

All other ongoing offerings:

We would love to list something for 2029! Feel free to reach out with questions at greatgatherings@pflasa.org, or submit your Great Gathering here: http://tinyurl.com/GGatherings

As always, we aim to sell out!

Thank you kindly for your support of the Class of 2026, this benefits their Project Graduation!

PFLASA’s Upcoming Great Gatherings!

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Come meet fellow parents and make new friends. Here are our current opportunities!

Submit your Great Gathering here: https://tinyurl.com/GGatherings

As always, we aim to sell out!

Thank you for your support of the Class of 2026!

Senior Survey – Project Graduation 2026 wants your input

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Hey Seniors!

As we begin planning Project Graduation we would like your input on which activities you’d enjoy doing with your friends. Nothing is set in stone yet and your answers can help us plan. Please fill out the survey and let us know what you want!

Parents, you can help us out by gently reminding your seniors to fill out the form!

THIS SURVEY WILL CLOSE ON NOVEMBER 22, 2025.

Thank you for your input!

2026 PFLASA Project Graduation Committee

PFLASA’s Great Gatherings’ store is live!

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As you may already know, Great Gatherings are a fun community builder but also a great way to help PFLASA raise funds for the graduating class’s Senior events.

These are a tradition at LASA and as with many things at LASA, this is a pay-it-forward act!

You can find our current offerings for all classes and buy your tickets in the PFLASA Store: https://pflasa.org/product-category/greatgatherings/.

If you’d like to host a happy hour or another type of event, find some friends to co-host, fill out this form and we’ll get the ball rolling: http://tinyurl.com/GGatherings.

Thank you for your support of the Class of 2026!

Reflections art competition deadline extended to 11/15

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Dancers, musicians, writers, photographers, videographers, and visual artists now have 3 more weeks to work on their Reflections entry! This year’s art competition theme is “I Belong.” Students submit their work digitally and are eligible to compete at the local, state, and national levels for awards and prizes. Plus, it looks great on college applications! Please encourage your art-makers to apply!

LASA Baseball Families Meet and Greet

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Join the LASA Baseball Boosters for this year’s New Baseball Families Meet and Greet/Parent Social! This is an annual event for new and returning families to get an overview of the program, timelines, and other important details. New and current families, come out and socialize!

  • Date: Tuesday, October 14th
  • Time: 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM (informal presentation at 6:45 PM)
  • Location: Rudy’s BBQ – 3914 N Lamar Blvd Austin, TX 78756

RSVP link: https://forms.gle/BjjauohQ3Fkt8WMv8