Welcome to the 2026 Badger Boogie!

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On Friday, September 18th, McPherson students will get moving for our annual fall fundraiser. This isn’t just a fun day to celebrate school spirit — it’s our chance as a community to come together and support the programs and resources that make McPherson special.

Every dollar raised goes right back to our kids: field trips that create lasting memories and instructional materials that help teachers bring lessons to life.

Our goal this year is ambitious — $60,000 — but with parents, families, and friends joining in, we know we can reach it. Whether you donate, share the fundraiser with friends and family, or show up in costume to cheer on the kids, your support will make a real difference.

What We’re Working Toward

Our $60,000 goal is more than what we raised last year — and we know we can get there with your help.

Along the way, our school will celebrate reaching key milestones:

At $10,000, every student receives a Badger Boogie temporary tattoo
At $25,000, the whole school enjoys PJ Day
At $40,000, students receive extra Recess
At $50,000, everyone cools off with a Popsicle Day
At $60,000, the winning grade gets to slime Principal Olson, Assistant Principals Jones-McCann and Hartman

These moments are more than just fun — they remind our kids that their community is behind them.

Why We Boogie

We all want our kids to have the best possible experience at McPherson — not just in the classroom, but through field trips, activities, and resources that make school exciting and meaningful.

The Badger Boogie is our chance to come together as a community and raise the funds that make these opportunities possible. Every dollar raised will go directly to support:

Field trips that bring learning to life (up to 4 per grade!)
Instructional materials our teachers rely on every day

When we boogie together, we’re showing our kids what’s possible when families and staff unite for them.

How You Can Help

There are lots of ways to make an impact:

Make a donation of $125 to help our Badgers explore and connect.
Share the fundraiser with friends, family, and neighbors. Every share matters.
Talk with other parents in your grade about why this fundraiser matters and encourage them to participate.
Check if your company matches donations. Many employers will match your gift — it’s an easy way to increase your impact.

You may need to provide some or all of the following information to your employer in order for them to match your donation:

Friends of McPherson is a registered 501(c)(3)

Tax-exempt number: 27-3428751

Address: 4728 N Wolcott Ave, Chicago, IL 60640

info@friendsofmcpherson.org

Contact name: Emily Carruthers

Join the Fun

Parents, caregivers, family, and friends can attend to cheer the kids on. The energy you bring makes the day unforgettable.
Dress up in costume and bring your school spirit to the event.
Volunteer on the day — Help by handing out oranges or tattoos, and to help keep things running smoothly.

Event Day Details

Friday, September 18th from 8:30 AM - 10:30 AM starting at the Playground

Students: Boogie their course for 20 minutes, end with a dance party, grab an orange and return to class
Everyone Else: Spread out throughout the course and cheer the students along, turn up the energy!

Schedule

8:30 AM Cluster (Playground Course)
8:50 AM PreK (Playground Course)
9:10 AM Kindergarten & 1st Grade (Campus Perimeter)
9:30 AM 3rd & 5th Grade (Campus Perimeter)
9:50 AM 6th, 7th & 8th Grade (Campus Perimeter)
10:10 AM 2nd & 4th Grade (Campus Perimeter)

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