Teacher Experience Opportunity Drawing

$5/ticket
Ticket sales: Tuesday, Feb. 18 through Thursday, Feb. 27
Winners announced at Flag Salute on Friday, Feb. 28

Be on the lookout for a flyer coming home with your student! You can return the form to the PTO mailbox outside the front office with cash or a check made out to SEES PTO in a sealed envelope. Or stop by the PTO tent before or after school to purchase tickets in person.

How It Works

  1. Review Experiences
    Check out the experiences below with your student to decide which ones they’d most enjoy! Whether it's being a principal for the day, joining a favorite teacher for an off-campus activity, or scoring a reserved parking spot, there’s something for everyone.

  2. Purchase Tickets
    Tickets are $5 each. Purchase as many as you like to increase your chances of winning.

  3. Wait for the Drawing
    Winners will be randomly selected and announced at the Flag Salute on Friday, Feb. 28th.

FAQs

  • How much are the tickets?
    $5 each.

  • How many should I buy?
    Most families purchase between 1 and 20 tickets.

  • Can I choose any teacher or staff member?
    Yes! Students can choose any teacher or staff member for their experience, regardless of grade level.

  • When will winners be announced?
    Winners will be announced at the Flag Salute on Friday, Feb. 28th.

  • Is transportation provided for off-campus activities?
    No, parents are responsible for transportation unless otherwise specified.

  • Is this a fundraiser?
    Yes! All proceeds go directly to SEES PTO to support staff salaries, supplies, field trips, assemblies, and more.

  • Do teachers and staff get reimbursed?
    No, they volunteer their time and resources to make this event special!

Teacher Experiences

*Parents are responsible for transportation to and from off campus experiences
*All students are eligible for any experience with any teacher or staff member!

TK

Your student and one friend will join their teacher for ice cream in the classroom and participate in a fun game!

  • Teachers: Miller C., Guzman, Schwalbe
  • Date: A Wednesday TBD at 11:00 AM
  • Winners: 1 per class + 1 friend each

Kindergarten

Your student and one friend will join the Kindergarten teachers and other winners for a sundae party and games on the big kids' playground.

  • Teachers: Harper, Miller S., Stremel, Schroeder
  • Date: A Wednesday TBD
  • Winners: 1 per class + 1 friend each

1st Grade

Your student and one friend will walk to Shane’s for pizza and a cupcake with the 1st grade teachers.

  • Teachers: Arnold, Goodman, Hainey, Himelstein, Yakuta
  • Date: Wednesday, March 5th, 2:45-3:45 PM
  • Winners: 1 per class + 1 friend each

2nd Grade

Your student and one friend will join the 2nd grade teachers for a movie and popcorn after school.

  • Teachers: Bruce, Hall, Kreger, Miller S., Gidner/Taylor
  • Date: A Wednesday TBD
  • Winners: 1 per class + 1 friend each

3rd Grade

Your student and one friend will enjoy a game of laser tag with the 3rd grade teachers! Parents must provide transportation.

  • Teachers: Anastasio, Bordonaro, Chong, Manaktala, Schluederberg, Faulkner
  • Date: Wednesday, March 5th, 3:00-4:00 PM
  • Winners: 1 per class + 1 friend each

4th Grade

Your student and one friend will join the 4th grade teachers for a Virtual Reality Escape Room experience at Escape to VR in Carlsbad. Parents must provide transportation.

  • Teachers: Hogan, Ruiz, Stanford, Wilson
  • Date: TBD
  • Winners: 1 per class + 1 friend each

5th Grade

Your student and one friend will enjoy Chick-fil-A in the teacher's lounge, followed by games outside on the playground.

  • Teachers: Ellis, McCormick, Miller E., Nicol, Phinney
  • Date: Wednesday, March 26th, 2:30-3:30 PM
  • Winners: 1 per class + 1 friend each

PE Experience

Your student will be PE teacher for the day and enjoy lunch on Coach Miller!

  • Teacher: Coach Miller
  • Date: TBD
  • Winners: 2 students

Music Experience

One student will be treated to a visit to the Museum of Making Music in Carlsbad.

  • Teacher: Mrs. McBride
  • Date: TBD
  • Winners: 1 student

Library Experience

Your student will be librarian for the day and enjoy a GrubHub lunch on Mrs. Ellis.

  • Teacher: Mrs. Ellis (Librarian)
  • Date: TBD
  • Winners: 1 student

STEM Experience

Your student will participate in a 6 vs. 6 flag football game with Mr. Bell as the all-time QB, with snacks and drinks provided.

  • Teacher: Mr. Bell
  • Date: TBD
  • Winners: 6 students + each can bring 1 friend

TOSA Experience

Your student and one friend will walk to Alohana & play games in the SEH town square with Mrs. Fritz. Parent pickup is required at SEES.

  • Teacher: Mrs. Fritz
  • Date: A Wednesday TBD
  • Winners: 1 student + 1 friend

Learning Center Experience

Your student will enjoy a game of bowling at Draft Republic (North City) Bowling Alley, followed by an ice cream treat at Wynston’s.

  • Teachers: Bettencourt, Mexia, Relieve
  • Date: A Wednesday or Friday TBD
  • Winners: 1 student per teacher

Skyzone Experience

Your student will join Ms. Eppink, Mr. Fleming, and Ms. Rodriguez for a jump session at Skyzone.

  • Teachers: Eppink, Fleming, Rodriguez
  • Date: A Wednesday TBD
  • Winners: 1 student per teacher

SEL Experience

Your student will visit Cat & Craft Café for a treat and playtime with cats! Parents/guardians must provide transportation.

  • Teachers: Mrs. Giana & Ms. Mills
  • Date: Friday, March 28th at 5:00 PM
  • Winners: 3 students

Front Office Experience

Your student will spend the morning with the SEES Front Office staff, enjoying a Starbucks treat and assisting with office duties until lunchtime.

  • Staff: SEES Front Office
  • Date: TBD
  • Winners: 1 student

Custodian Experience

Your student will be Mr. Luke for the day, helping with important campus responsibilities.

  • Staff: Mr. Luke
  • Date: TBD
  • Winners: 2 students

Assistant Principal Experience

Your student will be Assistant Principal for the day, including a pizza lunch.

  • Admin: Mrs. McLeod
  • Date: TBD
  • Winners: 2 students

Principal for the Day

Your student will be Principal for the day, including a special lunch with Mr. Pope.

  • Admin: Mr. Pope
  • Date: TBD
  • Winners: 2 students

Reserved Parking Spot

Win one reserved parking spot in the SEES parking lot for the 2025-2026 school year.

  • Winners: 1

5th Grade VIP Promotion Package

This package includes one reserved parking spot on promotion morning and four front-row seats for the ceremony.

  • Date: June 10, 2025
  • Winners: 1

For any additional questions, reach out to the PTO team at te@seespto.org. 

Good luck! 🎉