What is PTO? Why Join PTO?

The number one reason to join the Parent Teacher Organizaation is to benefit your child. In doing so, you also help your school. But there are many more PTO advantages:

• Get Connected

  There’s no better way to know what’s happening in your school.

• Discover Great Resources

  The PTA offers a variety of programs designed for parents as well as students.

• Tap into a Network

  PTO functions are opportunities to meet other parents and teachers, building rapport and discussing issues that are on your mind. You can share ideas, concerns, and experiences.

• Watch Yourself Grow

  By volunteering with your PTO, you put your skills and hobbies to use for a noble cause—your child and all children in the community.

• Speak Up

  PTO can be a way for you to more effectively suggest change at your child’s school.

• Witness Improvement

  By getting involved at your child’s school you’ll be part of the solution, helping make positive changes. Local PTOs play an important role by supporting building improvements through advocacy and play an important role in fundraising for curriculum based programs and social events.

• Be a Role Model

  By becoming a PTO member, you’ll be demonstrating to your child the importance you place on education.

• Enjoy Substantial Benefits

  Individuals and local units can take advantage of a host of benefits from PTO membership including discounts and offers from member benefits providers and sponsors, magazine subscriptions, leadership training, e-newsletters and much more.