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As you and your children settle into a new academic year, it’s time to find creative and effective ways to raise funds for your parent-teacher group or booster club.  However, organizing a big event with a lot of planning and complexity can be intimidating. The good news? School fundraising doesn’t always have to be complicatedRead 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

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

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

In the hearts of parents nationwide, three letters hold significant weight: PTA. For decades, the PTA has served as a vital bridge between parents and teachers, fostering cohesion and collaboration among these essential groups. This united front helps boost student learning environments and raises much-needed funds for worthy causes. The positive impact of PTAs isRead more

School fundraising mistakes are inevitable, but they’re also valuable lessons on what not to do in the future. However, with a little awareness, it’s possible to avoid the most common slip-ups. So, what can you do to evade school fundraising mistakes and ensure your next charity event is a resounding success? Knowledge is the keyRead more

Every successful booster club is unique, with various factors contributing to its victory, but there’s one thing they all share: a strong sense of belonging. Those who participate feel their contribution makes a real difference. See, effective recruiting strategies are futile unless you can keep hold of your volunteers. Fostering camaraderie is your secret tool,Read more

Booster clubs do so much good for the schools and students they serve. However, they’re also potential targets for lawsuits. You may wonder, does a booster club need insurance? Without proper coverage, money that should support your students and school can end up in someone else’s pocket. Besides not knowing that booster club insurance exists,Read 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