If you are in recruitment mode for your PTA or PTO's officer roles, you might be scrambling to write job descriptions for each role. We're here with some basic descriptions for the more common roles.
Looking to get more support and involvement from your teachers and staff, but you don't know how? Or afraid of asking in the wrong way? Read on for the info you need to get teachers
Looking to get more support and involvement from your teachers and staff, but you don't know how? Or afraid of asking in the wrong way? Read on for the info you need to get teachers
Get and keep more volunteers for your parent group with these approaches.
The #1 resource for school parent groups. PTOtoday.com has expert advice, free programs, tools, tips, and tons of ideas to help make parent groups successful and schools great.
PTA Volunteer Posters Roundup Collection Exciting things are happening in the Gibbon household this coming school year! My husband recently decided to
Behind every successful school organization, are its amazing members. Members and volunteers are the lifeblood parent organizations and associations. They help to fulfill your mission, provide helping hands, offer financial support and make the organization run smoothly! Because of this, increasing membership should be the top goal for any School PTO or PTA group. Holding an annual membership and/or sponsorship drive is a great way to accomplish these goals. Below we have outlined some creative ideas and best practices for...
Learn how to be the very best Membership Chair for your PTA or PTO! Uunderstanding the job duties of this volunteer leadership position is critical!
How time-savvy leaders keep track of busy schedules and lengthy to do lists.
Planning family fun events for your PTO on a small budget? Don't stress! Fantastic low budget event ideas that families will love!
Tracking how money is spent month to month in comparison with the yearly budget gives a PTO treasurer the ability to monitor surpluses as well as shortfalls.
The 10 rules that PTO and PTA groups should never break if they want to be a healthy and effective groupswith parents engaged and involved!
A creative way for nonprofits to raise cash is by running an envelope fundraiser. Here are some examples of when you might want to use an envelope fundraiser.
Donation request letters can be used as just one part of a fundraising campaign, or they can be the campaign in its entirety. Many organizations prefer to run their campaign entirely through donation request letters because they require few volunteers, but reach a large number of potential donors directly target interested donors and supporters […]
PTOs and PTAs that aren't fun and welcoming will struggle more in their involvement efforts; working to change that might be the most important thing a parent leader can do.
Learn how to be a better President of your PTO by avoiding these 9 common mistakes! Go beyond just a basic understanding of a PTO President job description!
This letter template can be customized to request donations of merchandise for a silent auction or any other type of fundraiser and also explains how the PTO will recognize donors. (See also Event Donation Request Letter.)
This hack for getting more parents to sign up to volunteer for PTO programs and events is pretty much a sure thing! Don't send out another flyer without it!
No question, middle school is different from elementary school, and not just for the kids. These tips will help your middle school PTO or PTA thrive.
It can be super easy to fall into the trap of doing things like your group has always done things for a few reasons. First, it's easy to do the same thing you've always done.
As the school year starts, we are always looking for ways to raise funds for our schools. Here are some great healthy fundraising ideas for your school.
Delivering treats right to teachers' doors is a guaranteed way to make them feel special! Use this
Getting parents involved as school volunteers or PTO volunteers wont' be so hard once you learn the secrets to what's turning them off in the first place!
Learn the five things that PTOs that really get parents riled up that can lead to volunteer apathy and epmty sign up sheets!
First, you spot the SignUpGenius email. You quickly try to scroll away, pretending as though you never saw it. Then, the school flyer comes home in the folder. You know the jig’s up, there’s no hiding from the truth… It’s time for another dreaded school fundraiser. Now, don’t get me wrong: School fundraisers are, without Read more...
As a long time PTA volunteer, there's one question that nags at me... why in the world are people so stinking' mean in PTO Land? And why are these mean people so difficult to work
3 Shares LinkedIn Facebook Twitter Email More Getting Corporate Sponsorships – 7 Tips from Linda Hollander You’ve probably heard of people who have received corporate sponsorships to fund their event or project or promote their book. But how can you secure your corporate sponsorships for the things that matter to you? That’s the million dollar …
Does an easy, fun, inexpensive school fundraiser even exist? It does, and I've got the scoop on how your school can do this too!
Being a PTA Mom is good for you and good for your kids. It can help them get better grades, better test scores and improve social skills.
Have you ever planned an awesome PTO event, thought you'd have a ton of families show up, but no one comes? So frustrating! Read this to end that.
Learn the five things that PTOs that really get parents riled up that can lead to volunteer apathy and epmty sign up sheets!
Have you ever planned an awesome PTO event, thought you'd have a ton of families show up, but no one comes? So frustrating! Read this to end that.
Build instant connection and employee appreciation with our top-tier employee recognition ideas. Now updated for social distancing!
This post contains affiliate links. I recently helped organize a Benefit Garage Sale and we were blessed to raise $1500! This was my 4th fundraiser garage sale and I have learned quite a few things along the way. (My first one was when my husband ran a marathon for the Leukemia Society in memory of [...]
The trick to getting more parents engaged and involved in your schol + PTO is deceptively simple. Try this easy method to boost your school volunteer base!
Are you looking for leadership activities for middle school students that can inspire and teach valuable life skills? Continue scrolling and you’ll find lots of ideas for your classroom.
If you're interested in running a penny wars fundraiser for your school, but you don't know where to begin, check out our easy guide.
PTO sponsored school family fun night events are the key to a thriving and engaged school community. So many great ideas that your families will love!
Happy teachers mean happy students. Here is a list of ways to build morale, support teacher wellbeing and have fun as a teaching team at school.
Looking for a fun fundraising idea? Consider hosting a food truck fundraiser! Get planning tips and fundraising ideas for a successful event.
Motivating your staff doesn't have to be expensive or difficult and this article we provide you with 5 simple to implement steps to help your staff morale improve.
