So you’re stepping into the role of Parent Teacher Organization (PTO) President for your child’s school and you have questions. You’re ready to make a positive impact on the educational community, support your school’s mission, and foster stronger connections between parents, teachers, and students. Whether you’re a seasoned PTO veteran or a newcomer to the...Continue reading
As a Parent Teacher Organization (PTO) or Parent Teacher Association (PTA) President, you’re able to juggle a lot of things at once. You wouldn’t have taken on the role, otherwise! And because you’re so smart, you know that you need to have on hand tools to make the job easier, including getting organized. The question...Continue reading
As a Parent Teacher Organization (PTO) President, you know that this is a role that many are hesitant to take on because of how large the role is. One of the best strategies to easing the role’s burden is to get organized. I’d even argue that taking the time to organize the records, documents, and...Continue reading
Congratulations on your role as a new PTO President! You’re joining a select group of volunteers who are going above and beyond the usual call of duty to serve their school parent groups and entire school communities. Before you get totally overwhelmed, know that the volunteer position you’ve signed up for is something you totally...Continue reading
With so many moving parts in a Parent Teacher Organization (PTO) or Parent Teacher Association, it’s difficult for the President to keep track of all of the details! From bank account information and bylaws, to the officer, Principal and Teacher Liaison’s contact information, and all the big plans and ideas you have for your group,...Continue reading
Being President of your school parent group, whether Parent Teacher Organization (PTO), Parent Teacher Association (PTA), or another name, is a really big job! It’s a high profile volunteer role, so you’re surely wondering about how to be a good PTO President, right? Listen, there’s lots to do to keep a PTO running and even...Continue reading
Congratulations on your new position as Parent Teacher Organization (PTO) or Parent Teacher Association (PTA) President Elect! It can be downright overwhelming when you’re new to the role and you’re probably not quite sure what the President elect responsibilities are for your PTO. Heck, even if you’ve been President before and you’re coming in fresh...Continue reading
Being a Parent Teacher Organization (PTO) President is one of the biggest jobs out there for school parent volunteer organizations. This school parent group leadership role can really consume your life, especially during the busiest times of the year (like back to school, mid year holiday and end of the school year times). To stay...Continue reading
As a Parent Teacher Organization (PTO) or Parent Teacher Association (PTA) leader, aim to welcome opportunities for growth with arms wide open like a big beautiful rainbow. Being defensive or closed off to learning how to be a better person, and in turn, a better leader won’t serve you well in this challenging volunteer leadership...Continue reading
Being President of any organization, especially for a Parent Teacher Organization (PTO) or Parent Teacher Association (PTA), can be a daunting task to anyone looking to step up into the role. A clear set of expectations and an outline of duties and responsibilities takes away the surprise of unanticipated expectations. Who likes the surprise that...Continue reading