How to Get Involved in the PTA

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The PTA is essential to your child\u0027s school\u0027s success and getting involved is a great way to help enhance your child\u0027s education. Here\u0027s what you need to know before you step into your first PTA meeting.The LowdownSo what does the PTA actually do? Basically, it helps supplement the education at your child\u0027s school. It fights for full funding, great teachers and quality education for your child\u0027s school. It also helps fundraise for projects and improvements at the school, such as books in the library, playgrounds, scholarships, field trips and more. Fundraising efforts may include bake sales, car washes or gift auctions. Volunteers of the PTA also run programs and functions, like the school newsletter, yearbook, school plays, dances and book fairs.It\u0027s important that parents make an effort to be a part of the PTA. According to PTA.org, studies show that kids do better when parents are involved, including improved grades, testing and attendance. Not only that, but membership dues and fees all go to help make your child\u0027s school the best it can be. Without parent help, your school won\u0027t have the resources it needs to really grow and thrive.How to JoinThe PTA is open to all interested parents. Your school should send home information with your child, but feel free to reach out to your school\u0027s office. They can give you the information you need or put you in touch with the PTA president. Most PTAs collect a small membership due (about $5 to $7 per year) that goes towards fundraising efforts and to keep the organization running.What to ExpectEvery school has a different style PTA. Some are huge, formal affairs, while others are smaller and more low-key. Usually, the meetings are held in the evening so all parents can participate. They are typically led by a board made up of the PTA president, secretary, and treasurer. The president will call together the meeting and go over what the PTA hopes to accomplish in the upcoming months and things they have accomplished recently. Pay attention to the upcoming events to see if anything peaks your interest that you\u0027d like to be involved in.Next, some PTA meetings have guest speakers, like parents, teachers or other educators, who talk about what is needed at the school and the hopes for the organization in the future. Finally, the meeting is opened up to the general public (you!) for questions and ideas.How to SurviveThe PTA isn\u0027t really as overwhelming as you think. No one expects you to do all the duties of the PTA president on your first day. Relax and keep some of these tips in mind:Don\u0027t be afraid to speak up. The best way to get involved is to join right in. If you have an idea, let it be heard.Join a committee. Most PTAs have different committees that help organize different functions that the PTA carries out. For example, there might be a fundraising committee or a committee that puts together the year book. Think about what you might have to contribute and sign up.Meet other parents. One of the best parts of the PTA is that it connects you with other parents in your child\u0027s school. You can make friends and expand both your own and your child\u0027s social circle.This year, don\u0027t be afraid to get involved with your school\u0027s Parent Teacher Association. 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Here's how you can get involved. </div> <div class="article-image mb-4"> <div class="field field--name-field-image field--type-image field--label-hidden field__items"> <div class="field__item"> <picture> <source srcset="/sites/default/files/styles/max_920w/public/2017-09/PTA%20FI_0.jpg.webp?itok=CHcE2Yde 1x" media="all and (min-width: 0em)" type="image/webp" /> <img loading="eager" src="https://www.familyeducation.com/sites/default/files/styles/max_920w/public/2017-09/PTA%20FI_0.jpg" width="920" height="613" alt="how to get involved in the PTA" class="img-fluid" /> </picture> </div> </div> </div> <div class="advisor-card mb-4"> <div class="d-inline-flex border p-3"> <div> <span class="fs-5"><em>By: Rebecca Desfosse</em></span> </div> </div> </div> <div class="social-share d-inline-flex align-items-center gap-3 border p-3 mb-4"> <span class="fw-bold text-dark-gray">Share:</span> <div class="block"> <div > <div id="custom-core-share"> <ul class="fe-share-buttons d-flex gap-3"> <li><a href="https://www.facebook.com/FamilyEducationOfficial?ref=sgm" title="Share this page to facebook" class="facebook" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank"><i class="fa-brands fa-facebook-f link-dark-gray fs-4" aria-hidden="true"></i></a></li> <li><a href="https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/button/?url=https://www.familyeducation.com/baby-names/surname/origin/czech?page=9&description=Czech Last Names" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-pin-do="buttonPin" data-pin-custom="true"><i class="fa-brands fa-pinterest-p link-dark-gray fs-4" aria-hidden="true"></i></a></li> <li><a role="button" title="Share this page to twitter" class="twitter" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank"><i class="fa-brands fa-x-twitter link-dark-gray fs-4" aria-hidden="true"></i></a></li> <li><a role="button" title="Share this page to an email" class="email" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank"><i class="fa-sharp fa-solid fa-envelope link-dark-gray fs-4"></i></a></li> <li><a role="button" title="Print this page" class="print" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank"><i class="fa-sharp fa-solid fa-print link-dark-gray fs-4" aria-hidden="true"></i></a></li> </ul> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="leaderboard-ad-container"><div class="pw-mobile-leaderboard"></div></div> <div class="field field--name-body field--type-text-with-summary field--label-hidden field__item"><p>If you've never been to a PTA meeting, it can be a little intimidating. A bunch of teachers and parents who all seem to know each other already, all working together to do… what exactly? Don't panic! The PTA is essential to your child's school's success and getting involved is a great way to help enhance your child's education. Here's what you need to know <em>before</em> you step into your first PTA meeting.</p> <h2><strong>The Lowdown</strong></h2> <p>So what does the PTA actually do? Basically, it helps supplement the education at your child's school. It fights for full funding, great teachers and quality education for your child's school. It also helps <a href="https://www.familyeducation.com/school/school-fundraising/top-12-fundraising-ideas" target="_blank">fundraise</a> for projects and improvements at the school, such as books in the library, playgrounds, scholarships, field trips and more. Fundraising efforts may include bake sales, car washes or gift auctions. Volunteers of the PTA also run programs and functions, like the school newsletter, yearbook, school plays, dances and book fairs.</p> <p>It's important that parents make an effort to be a part of the PTA. According to <a href="https://www.pta.org/about/content.cfm?ItemNumber=3291" rel="noopener" target="_blank">PTA.org</a>, studies show that kids do better when parents are involved, including improved grades, testing and attendance. Not only that, but membership dues and fees all go to help make your child's school the best it can be. Without parent help, your school won't have the resources it needs to really grow and thrive.</p> <h2><strong>How to Join</strong></h2> <p>The PTA is open to all interested parents. Your school should send home information with your child, but feel free to reach out to your school's office. They can give you the information you need or put you in touch with the PTA president. Most PTAs collect a small membership due (about $5 to $7 per year) that goes towards fundraising efforts and to keep the organization running.</p> <h2><strong>What to Expect</strong></h2> <p>Every school has a different style PTA. Some are huge, formal affairs, while others are smaller and more low-key. Usually, the meetings are held in the evening so all parents can participate. They are typically led by a board made up of the PTA president, secretary, and treasurer. The president will call together the meeting and go over what the PTA hopes to accomplish in the upcoming months and things they have accomplished recently. Pay attention to the upcoming events to see if anything peaks your interest that you'd like to be involved in.</p> <p>Next, some PTA meetings have guest speakers, like parents, teachers or other educators, who talk about what is needed at the school and the hopes for the organization in the future. Finally, the meeting is opened up to the general public (you!) for questions and ideas.</p> <h2><strong>How to Survive</strong></h2> <p>The PTA isn't really as overwhelming as you think. No one expects you to do all the duties of the PTA president on your first day. Relax and keep some of these tips in mind:</p> <ul><li><strong>Don't be afraid to speak up. </strong>The best way to get involved is to join right in. If you have an idea, let it be heard.</li> <li><strong>Join a committee.</strong> Most PTAs have different committees that help organize different functions that the PTA carries out. For example, there might be a fundraising committee or a committee that puts together the year book. Think about what you might have to contribute and sign up.</li> <li><strong>Meet other parents.</strong> One of the best parts of the PTA is that it connects you with other parents in your child's school. 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