If you are reading this, you are probably either a school PTO leader, principal or room mom trying to figure out how to get more parents involved! Know this, you are not alone! Schools across the country struggle to get the participation that they want and need everyday! I've been there too. Here's the scenario... My son attended a middle school with approximately 700 kids that was in need of a PTO leader. Sure, why not! I love education, kids and planning so how bad could it be? Right?!?! Wrong! I almost immediately realized that getting people to actually come help with anything was difficult. Honestly, it felt impossible. I had a mini pity party and decided that wasn't going to cut it! These are good people that love their kids. I knew that! Now, I just needed to come up with how to get them involved! That leads me to the topic of this post! How to Increase Parent Engagement at Your School First and foremost, remember that you were willing to step up. Whether that was out of guilt, because there was no one else or you are part of an amazing school that has an active PTO, someone cares about the PTA group! The reality is, while it may not seem like it, everyone wants it to work. They just aren't jumping up and down saying
If you are in recruitment mode for your PTA or PTO's officer roles, you might be scrambling to write job descriptions for each role. We're here with some basic descriptions for the more common roles.
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PTO sponsored school family fun night events are the key to a thriving and engaged school community. So many great ideas that your families will love!
Putting together a PTO planning calendar doesn't have to be overwhelming or difficult. This post breaks it down into an easy to follow step by step process!
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We know you put lots of energy into boosting meeting attendance, and many of you feel it’s an uphill battle. But instead of feeling frustrated about getting parents in the door, how about taking the meeting to them?
Ten printable forms every PTO President needs for a sucessful term to stay organized and on top of the job! Great advice for both new and returning leaders!
From raising money to boosting your parent group’s profile, school logo clothing can make good things happen.
Your PTO Binder can be a lifesaver if it has the right information organized the right way!This post will walk you through the process of setting up an organized PTO binder so that you won't ever struggle to find what you need again! Supplies Needed Start off the organizing project…
When you’re trying to recruit new parent group officers, be direct—and have a sense of humor.
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From a PTA membership form to the monthly PTO newsletter – there are plenty of ways your school can get more organized and efficient in recruiting volunteers, retaining members and raising funds for your parent-teacher organizations. The proper range of forms for PTO and PTA groups is essential for a harmonious working environment – and a school where the whole community participates. Making these forms available to everyone is...
Learn how to be a better President of your PTO by avoiding these 9 common mistakes! Go beyond just a basic understanding of a PTO President job description!
PTO sponsored school family fun night events are the key to a thriving and engaged school community. So many great ideas that your families will love!
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Wondering what all is involved with being PTO President? All that plus, a big list of of Do This, Not That for PTO Presidents!
Most of us live online these days, but there’s nothing like a good old-fashioned sign to get the word out about your PTO. The key is to go bold. Make signs that are unexpected, clever, and colorful—and your parents will remember them! Here are 19 ideas to try.
Learn the five things that PTOs that really get parents riled up that can lead to volunteer apathy and epmty sign up sheets!
Parent-Teacher Associations (PTAs) are doing it wrong. They spend too much time and energy on things that don’t matter for our kids’ education, and they leave out many of […]
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Wondering what all is involved with being PTO President? All that plus, a big list of of Do This, Not That for PTO Presidents!
Here are 20 theme ideas to make your PTO / PTA fundraising event a success! Hosting a themed fundraiser for your PTO / PTA is a much better way to boost your donations than simply asking for cash. If you want to put on a memorable event for people that also benefits your school, we’ve compiled a list of 20 unique event ideas, from weekend nights out to food-focused parties. Let this year see your biggest fundraising success ever! Fuel Your Inner Competitor Competition brings out the best in people... and their wallets! Bingo Night A bingo night...
Wrap up the school year with a graduation party, a volunteer appreciation luncheon, or another fun event.
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The #1 resource for school parent groups. PTOtoday.com has expert advice, free programs, tools, tips, and tons of ideas to help make parent groups successful and schools great.
PTO sponsored school family fun night events are the key to a thriving and engaged school community. So many great ideas that your families will love!
After spending 2 years as the PTO co-chair at my school I decided to create a resource to help organize and keep track of all of the data that I needed to collect during meetings and events that we run. If you have any questions or requests for an addition to the pack please message me and I can add them to the product. *Product Updated 8/1/17 - Added PTA version of every page* *Product Updated 5/6/20 - Added PFC version of every page* This product includes: Binder Cover Involvement Letter Monthly Calendars Event Sign in Pages Event Planning Pages Meeting Date Flyer Meeting Notes Template Event Planner Event Map Event Reflection page Printable Thank You Card The following names are included: PTO (Parent Teacher Organization) PTA (Parent Teacher Organization) PFC (Parent Faculty Club)
After spending 2 years as the PTO co-chair at my school I decided to create a resource to help organize and keep track of all of the data that I needed to collect during meetings and events that we run. If you have any questions or requests for an addition to the pack please message me and I can add them to the product. *Product Updated 8/1/17 - Added PTA version of every page* *Product Updated 5/6/20 - Added PFC version of every page* This product includes: Binder Cover Involvement Letter Monthly Calendars Event Sign in Pages Event Planning Pages Meeting Date Flyer Meeting Notes Template Event Planner Event Map Event Reflection page Printable Thank You Card The following names are included: PTO (Parent Teacher Organization) PTA (Parent Teacher Organization) PFC (Parent Faculty Club)
A back-to-school event can establish your group as a well-organized, fun, powerhouse resource for the school community, and these shortcuts can help.
Use the summer break for advance planning and hit the ground running once school starts again.
Planning family fun events for your PTO on a small budget? Don't stress! Fantastic low budget event ideas that families will love!
