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Introduction to Athletic Booster Clubs Athletic booster clubs are the most common booster organizations found across the country. These clubs help to ensure that student-athletes have the necessary equipment, uniforms, facilities, and travel funds to excel in their sports. While the focus of many leaders is on the tangible aspects of running a booster club,Read more

Effective communication is the backbone of any successful Parent-Teacher Group. It builds a sense of community, enhances collaboration, and boosts engagement. It also helps achieve the group’s shared goals, whether supporting students, strengthening school programs, or improving the overall school experience.  However, many parent-teacher group leaders face challenges in creating efficient and engaging communications andRead more

As the new year approaches, smart booster clubs are already considering new ways to raise much-needed funds to support school activities, sports teams, and extracurricular programs. While the success of these fundraising efforts is often the result of meticulous planning, pay attention to the importance of brainstorming creative new ideas that resonate with your community.Read more

Parent-Teacher Associations (PTA) focus on programs that enrich your child’s school experience. Members help one another to navigate the challenges that students and their schools face. If your school doesn’t have a PTA, now may be the time to start one. After all, thanks to shrinking budgets, larger class sizes and ever-increasing performance standards forRead more

You already know that fundraising is the cornerstone of many high school booster clubs and parent-teacher organizations (PTOs). It’s crucial for supporting student activities, educational programs, and community engagement.  Yet fundraising also comes with plenty of inherent risks and potential liabilities. After all, every event carries some risk. Even with the most comprehensive insurance coverage,Read more

Volunteers are the lifeblood that drives the success of your PTA group. They’re the ones working hard setting up events, staffing the concession stands, and getting the word out about your group to the community. A lot of this may seem like thankless work, but it doesn’t have to be.  It’s time to say thanksRead more

The first science fair in the U.S. was held in 1928 by The American Institute of the City of New York, which until then had put on industrial fairs. This historical event, which was so successful that it became an annual tradition, marks the beginning of a rich legacy of science fairs.  In 1941, theRead more

Your parent-teacher group meetings are crucial for creating fundraisers, deciding how to enhance your child’s school experience, or fostering better collaboration with the school’s administration and educators. Ensuring that these meetings make the most effective use of time is vital, as working parents struggle to fit them into their busy schedules.  However, many groups’ meetingsRead more

Parent-teacher associations (PTAs) play a crucial role in fostering a strong school community, supporting educational initiatives, and ensuring the well-being of students. However, a common challenge faced by many PTAs is low attendance at their meetings. This blog addresses the pain points of PTA board members struggling with attendance and how they can better informRead more

School is about more than textbooks, pencils, and pens. All year long, teachers invest their own money into the supplies needed to educate children. From the construction paper and markers they use for art lessons to the classroom decorations and so much more, teachers quietly invest in the essential materials that their students need toRead more