Mum Store

What is the PTA Mum Store?


The PTA Mum Store is the primary JJ Pearce PTA fundraiser, with the money raised used for the benefit of the JJ Pearce student community. This fundraiser is managed 100% by volunteers from the PTA, and the amazing parents who create and sell all of the mums and garters.  It takes many people to make this fundraiser possible and we need your help!

The Pearce PTA shares its profits with the JJP student organizations that provide volunteers. The PTA has distributed thousands of dollars to Pearce teams and organizations for the many hours donated by volunteers!

Location & Hours

  • The JJ Pearce PTA Mum Store is located in a shopping center space on the SE Corner of Coit and Campbell next to Barnes & Noble and Richardson Bike Mart @ 1377 W Campbell Rd., Richardson, TX 75080

  • Currently we are closed for the season, but will being preparing for Homecoming 2026 with volunteer hours in January 2026.  

Mum And Garter Sales

  • Items can only be purchased in-store only. 

  • The PTA Mum Store does not have online sales

  • Not associated with the Mum Shop in Plano

  • Does my child have to have a date to have a mum/garter? Absolutely NOT! We want everyone to feel a part of ALL the Homecoming. We encourage boys and girls with or without dates purchase and wear a garter/mum. 

  • Why do we buy mums and garters? Girls typically wear mums to school the Friday of Homecoming week and boys wear garters on their arms. It is not necessary to have a date to the Homecoming dance to order/wear a mum. Parents can order mums/garters for their kids-friends can order for friends. There is no set protocol. Typically, if a couple is going to the dance together, the boy will order a mum for the girl and the girl will order a garter for the boy. They vary in cost depending on your selection of items to decorate. Items are ordered in one visit and you will be contacted when ready to pick up in another visit.   

Volunteer Information

  • The Mum Store is always looking for volunteers who can help with any number of tasks and we are always willing and ready to teach new volunteers!

  • The best way to stay up-to-date on all-things Mum Store is to join our e-mail list. Email your name to mumstore@jjpearcepta.org and ask to be added to the volunteer list.

  • Sign up to volunteer in our store to assist with sales and cashier needs! The sign up will be available under the volunteer tab on this website.   

  • Any questions? Email mumstore@jjpearcepta.org

Important Dates for 2025-2026

  • Mum Store opening day August 18

  • Last day to order mum/garter for freshman mum/garter exchange (9/4)

  • Last day to order mum/garter for personalization (9/11)

  • Wear mum/garter to school (9/12)

  • Wear mum/garter to homecoming football game (9/12)

  • Homecoming Dance (9/13)

Mum Store PTA Co-Chairs:

Kari Boylan

Cheryl Hamilton

Hillary Burlbaw