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New officers are often a sign of a healthily growing Parent Teacher Group. What would any organization be without strong and committed leadership? When it’s time for new officers it’s important to try and make the transition go as smoothly as possible. Here’s how you can make your PTA / PTO officer transitions easier before andRead more

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Your Parent Teacher Group’s fall carnival is the biggest event and fundraiser of the season! With rides, food, and games, the whole community will be filled with excitement and buzz. You hope this event will allow the budget to breathe a little more for the coming year, but unfortunate events could happen that may putRead more

Social media is a great way to make your Parent Teacher Group more visible. It also allows you to communicate directly to your audience; showing parents and teachers just how much work your PTA, PTO, or Booster Club do for your school and community. Showcase successful events and display how beneficial they are for students. Read more

Reviewing Your Bank Statements Every 30 days your bank sends you a handy-dandy list of your account activity for the past month—otherwise known as a bank statement. A bank statement is your best friend when it comes to the early detection of unauthorized account activity. It’s important to review your bank statements monthly to ensureRead more

Being involved in your kid’s school life doesn’t mean you have to be the President, Secretary, and Treasurer of your PTA, PTO, or Booster Club. It doesn’t even mean you have to be at every single school event throughout the year. While it is proven that an involved parent often helps kids succeed in school,Read more

Parent Teacher Groups allow parents to be involved and present in their school community and their children’s lives. A good organization can influence their school and create important change. However, what if there is not a PTO or PTA to join? Taking matters into your own hands may seem like a daunting task, but itRead more

Fall carnival, fall festival, or harvest festival, whatever you call your autumn event they’re just around the corner; which means it’s time to start planning. If this is your first time volunteering with your PTA, PTO or Booster Club you’ll want to continue reading. Here are some simple steps that will ensure the planning goesRead more

It’s no secret that technology has changed and continues to change our world. Aside from group calendars or text groups, how can technology affect how you do your work as a PTO, PTA, or Booster Club? You may be surprised to find that digital payment is common than you think. Why do I need aRead more

The school year is fast approaching and your PTO or Booster Club may already be organizing calendars, setting up meetings, and ordering items for the Spirit Store. Shirts, hoodies, hats, and more; all in stock to be sold on the first day of school, game days, and other choice times. Unfortunately, your sales are limitedRead more