Our mission is to champion public education by engaging our
community to foster schools that are welcoming for all.
To champion public education: Strongly advocate for and affirm the value of public education, recognizing it as a cornerstone for societal progress.
To embrace diversity and inclusivity: Support and affirm LGBTQIA+ students and those in marginalized communities within the educational setting.
To trust and respect educators: Foster an environment that values and respects the expertise and professionalism of teachers and staff members, recognizing their crucial role in shaping future generations.
To affirm the separation of church and state: acknowledge that public schools should remain secular while respecting the personal beliefs of individuals.
Through Bill of Rights Bingo Night!
Buy your tickets here before they sell out!
School Supply Drive
We want every child to feel ready to learn and excited about school on the first day! We are working with EASD counseling staff and building principals to help support needs, especially for those items that students, families or teachers must provide themselves. We are not attempting to fill budget holes.
MOST WANTED: Every student needs headphones, a water bottle and a backpack. All Middle Schoolers need a big binder. Many headphones or earbuds get lost or damaged through the year as well. Dry erase markers and calculators are also a huge help. THANK YOU to those who have already sent donations! Monetary donations can be made via our website.
WISH LISTS:
Costco
-Tissues
-Hand Sanitizer
-Disinfecting Wipes (Lysol, Clorox, etc)
-Dry Erase Markers
-Snack pack items: goldfish, pretzels, granola bars, applesauce pouches
Common Sense meetings are held the third Tuesday of the month at 6pm at the United Church of Christ (UCC), 247 S. Market Street, Elizabethtown. Enter through the rear door that is across from Papa John's. We'd love to see you there!
Bring a friend to any event to check us out, sign in, and you both get entered in our quarterly drawing for Etown swag!
Please submit your $5 membership dues by August 31st for the 2025 year.
Common Sense is an inclusive organization and finances are not a barrier to membership. Please contact the Steering Committee if you need financial assistance.
https://www.zeffy.com/ticketing/common-sense-memberships--2025
What We Do
Public Education Advocacy
Teacher Appreciation and School Support
Fundraising and Facility Dog Support
Community Outreach