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New and incumbent parent teacher group officers know the success of their group is often tied to meeting attendance. But, measuring attendance alone is not how to run a PTO. It’s about what you do with the people you have that shows you know how to run a PTO. However, a parent teacher group needsRead more

Looking to make your Parent Teacher Organization’s meetings the best they can be? Whether you’re a newly-elected officer or a PTO veteran here’s how to plan a successful PTO meeting and take your meetings to the next level. Meetings only serve one purpose and most meetings fail to serve that singular purpose. Do you knowRead more

With the Spring semester coming to an end, US kids are looking forward to summer vacation. For Parent Teacher Organizations it’s time for elections and planning for the next school year. But, just because school’s out for summer doesn’t mean your parent teacher group can rest on its laurels. Consider what you can give back, especiallyRead more

This school year has been anything but normal as so many of our children have been taking classes at home. However, it is coming to a close and that means it’s the year end for your PTA, PTO, or booster club. Many PTOs and PTAs choose a June 30th fiscal year-end, as it is aRead more

Embezzlement is our #1 claim here at AIM, and in economic uncertainty, embezzlement claims become even more prevalent. AIM wants to remind all PTAs that your funds may be more exposed than you know. Today, we’re discussing embezzlement insurance for PTAs. When families are going through stressful times, perhaps some have had their hours severelyRead more

Everything you need to know about PTO insurance You belong to a Parent Teacher Organization (PTO) for a very important reason: you want to support and improve your child’s school community. You are able to raise money for supplies, field trips, uniforms and so much more. As well as meet like-minded parents who care justRead more

While your children are taking classes at home and your parent teacher group is meeting virtually, it may seem like fundraising efforts have stalled. Once the quarantine has been lifted, you will still need to buy band uniforms and pay for equipment. What can you do right now from the comfort of your own home?Read more

Every parent teacher group meeting could be the first meeting for one of your members. How will you keep them coming back and stay invested? Beyond having a good agenda, encouraging people to be friendly and presenting informative content, ensuring that everyone has a chance to connect is important. Icebreakers should be a crucial partRead more

The coronavirus has transformed the way that we live our lives. Most schools are closed and our children are learning from home. While we search for a new normal, those who raise funds for things like band uniforms and field trips are facing a new obstacle. The safety measures that keep us safe from COVID-19Read more

The truth is no one is safe from a lawsuit, not even beloved teachers. AIM wants you to be aware of the dangers you as an educator may find yourselves in. Hopefully, situations like this will never happen to you, but it is always better to be aware of the possibilities. Educators and Religious SpeechRead more