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Home/school partnerships play a central role in the success of K-12 education. The most visible of these in US schools is the PTA or Parent Teacher Association. But how do PTAs work, exactly, and how do they differ from PTOs or Parent Teacher Organizations? The PTA is a system that builds community networks around K-12Read 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

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

Your parent-teacher group offers more than an opportunity to improve your child’s education by purchasing new playground equipment or making sure your teams and clubs can pay for transportation to their competition. Your PTA, PTO, or Booster Club provides you with the ability to be more involved with your student’s school experience and improve it. Read more

Parent-teacher groups are an essential part of the school experience. Your groups enable parents to better connect with teachers and administration, so your children get the most out of their education. Whether your group is an all-encompassing parent-teacher group like a PTA or PTO or a focused group like a booster club, it’s important toRead more

Let’s face it, organizing a parent-teacher group can be hard work. However, parent-teacher initiatives can help get everyone on the same page. By setting a singular initiative for your school year, your group can more easily work together towards a common goal. Plus, when people know where their money is going, it’s easier to gainRead more