Get Involved
There are many ways for parents to get involved at Maize Early Childhood Center!
Please explore the options below. You may need a to fill out a Volunteer Background Check, which you can find more information on further down.
Parent Teacher Organization
The Maize ECC PTO is focused on supporting and enhancing the educational experiences at Maize ECC. The education, safety, and well-being of all our students and staff members is our primary concern. We strive to help Maize ECC provide the best learning atmosphere and educational experience by coordinating volunteers to support the Maize ECC staff and providing much needed resources.
The Maize ECC PTO encourages social and academic activities throughout the year. Parents, school, teachers, and administration can work cooperatively to enhance the educational opportunities at the school by volunteering through the PTO to assist in opportunities to promote the health, safety, and education of our students.
We are able to provide resources by hosting our big annual fundraiser in the fall. PTO also sells Spirit Wear Shirts and has various Spirit Nights throughout the year.
The PTO has volunteer opportunities throughout the year, including providing in-class assistance, helping with the library and nurse's office tasks, assisting with class parties and events, providing food for conferences in the fall/spring, quarterly teacher treats, monthly mailbox treats, spirit nights and, of course, with our big fall fundraiser. If you are interested in volunteering, please fill out the form at this link or email the PTO to get on the mailing list.
PTO Meetings
- 6 p.m. Aug. 24
- 6 p.m. Nov. 9
- 6 p.m. Jan. 18
- 6 p.m. April 4
PTO Officers
- Ashley Harris - President
- Sarah Meyer - Vice President
- Jennifer Gragson - Secretary
- Krystal Dark - Treasurer/Staff Appreciation Coordinator
- Bree King - Spirit Night Coordinator
Spirit Nights
- August 22 - Chick N Max 4 - 8 p.m.
- September 18 - Pizza Ranch 4 - 8 p.m. (will need volunteers)
- October 3 - Chipotle 4 - 8 p.m.
- November 27 - Chick fil A 3 - 10 p.m.
- December 5 - Barn'rds 10:30 a.m. - 9 p.m.
- January 29 - Chick fil A 3 - 10 p.m.
- February 20 - Chick N Max 4 - 8 p.m.
- March 5 - Jason's Deli 10 a.m.- 8 p.m.
- April 23 - Chick fil A 3 - 10 p.m.
- May 14 - Andy's 11 a.m. - 11 p.m.
Maize Education Foundation
It takes a lot to carry out our mission, and there are many ways you can support the Maize Education Foundation!
DonateYour donations help provide the Foundation with the funds it needs to maintain its operations while providing grants and supporting programs throughout the Maize School District.
While Maize Schools celebrate achievements and high performance in academics, arts, and group activities, there are still challenges to face. A significant number of students come to school without supplies and food. The rapid growth in enrollment causes increased challenges on staff and strains resources to support special services and the social-emotional needs of our students.
VolunteerWe are looking for passionate individuals to volunteer with the Maize Education Foundation! Your support helps us continue to empower students and enhance educational opportunities in the Maize School District.
Whether you're interested in joining our Board of Directors, reviewing grant and scholarship applications, assisting at events, providing feedback, or participating in focus groups, there are plenty of ways to get involved and make a difference in our community. There is truly something for everyone!
Volunteer Background Checks
Thank you for your interest in volunteering at Maize USD 266! Our schools are stronger thanks to the help and support of our community members, and our students benefit from this relationship.
Safety is a top priority for the district. Background checks are required and must be completed annually. All visitors moving beyond a school front office and its secure vestibule will also complete a Raptor Visitor Management System screening and a temporary visitor’s self-adhesive name tag printed each time they visit.
To volunteer at Maize Early Childhood Center:
Self-Pay: Please click here to begin your Self-Pay background check process through the National Screening Bureau. After providing some information about yourself, you will be prompted to pay $24.50 by credit or debit card on a secure system, and you will receive a receipt via email. (The National Screening Bureau uses a secure server and cutting-edge screening technology in order to protect your privacy.)
District-Paid: Maize Schools does not wish to discourage any potential volunteer from getting involved in our classrooms and with our students volunteers. Please click here to begin the same background process at no cost to yourself, and Maize USD 266 will pay for your background screening.
Thank you for your continued support of our students and district!
Building Site CouncilOur Building Site Council meets quarterly, and these meetings are open to the public. During the meetings, the Site Council discusses important school events, topics, and data, while also gathering feedback from attendees. For more information, please contact the Maize Early Childhood Center at 316-722-3105.
Future meetings:
- 6 p.m. Feb. 25, 2025 at Maize Early Childhood Center
- 6 p.m. April 22, 2025 at Maize Early Childhood Center