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So, you are forming or running a booster club to help support an elective or extracurricular activity at your child’s high school or middle school. But how do you legally run your volunteer organization, and what are typical items booster clubs pay for? Booster clubs back a team or student organization by fundraising outside theRead more

Does your school act on volunteer appreciation ideas to show genuine gratitude for engaged parents who go above and beyond their expectations? If not, it’s time to take a fresh look at volunteer recognition and why it matters. Schools love willing volunteers, and it’s important they know it. But being grateful is only a feeling,Read more

Have you thought of starting a parent Booster Club but have more questions than answers? But what are Booster Clubs, exactly, and who can join? Moreover, how can a Booster add value to your child’s education? Boosters are groups of volunteers—usually parents—who”boost” support for single school projects or multiple programs. That could be sports teamsRead more

Parent-teacher groups (PTAs, PTOs, Booster Clubs) allow invested parents – like you – to be more involved in your school’s community and your child’s life. A good organization can positively influence your school, create important changes in the way it teaches students and the quality of your child’s education. However, what if your child’s school doesn’tRead more

The secret to any happy and healthy long-term relationship is communication. While this may sound like marital advice, it’s also true for your parent-teacher group. PTAs, PTOs, and Booster Clubs succeed by organizing and applying the efforts of parents to better the educational experience for the students. Regular communication with your group’s parents is vitalRead more

For booster groups like yours, concession stands can be a major source of raising funds your group needs while creating an opportunity for your members to work together and get to know one another better. Best of all, booster club concession stands offer a fundraising opportunity that lasts all season and brings in funds forRead more

The next time you get your group together, consider these easy, fast, and fun meeting icebreaker activities to get the entire group together and ready to focus on the task at hand. Make sure you dedicate some mixer time to the start of your meeting; fifteen minutes should be all you need for the groupRead more

A walk-a-thon is the perfect way to raise funds for your PTA, PTO, or Booster Club, as well as gain valuable attention for your parent-teacher group’s cause. Follow these event tips from AIM to put on a successful walk-a-thon for your parent-teacher group ensure you won’t end up walking in circles. First Off, Be SpecificRead more

Ever wonder what the #1 claim type that AIM Insurance handles? Believe it or not, it’s embezzlement. Yet, because parent-teacher groups fear information about the impact of embezzlement of their group’s funds getting out to the public, it often remains a shameful secret. And unfortunately, it’s quite common. PTA, PTO, and Booster Club embezzlement oftenRead more

The fall season brings cooler weather, falling leaves, and plenty of opportunities for your parent-teacher group to raise the critical funds your organization, school, and students need. What fun, new, and unique attractions can you add to your fall festival or carnival? Association Insurance Management Inc. has gathered our experts and brainstormed several ways toRead more