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“You should join PTA because PTA membership . . .” |
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Benefits your child and benefits our schools.
More than 85 rigorous academic
research studies conducted over 30 years of research proves that kids do
better when parents are involved. Grades are higher. Test scores
improve. Attendance increases.
Connects you to a Network.
Parenting is not easy - it helps
to share ideas, concerns and experiences with other parents and
educators in the community. PTA functions are opportunities to meet
other parents and teachers, building rapport and discussing issues that
are on your mind.
Means More Informed Parents.
Parents involved in PTA
understand the challenges schools face and become part of the solution.
They support improving education, both locally and legislatively. By
developing a closer relationship with parents, student achievement
improves, and the school develops a positive
reputation in the community.
Boosts Children’s Well-being.
PTAs focus on what students need to
be successful in learning, including nutrition, health, and wellbeing.
Whether it is school safety, physical fitness, or healthy breakfasts,
PTA works with school administrators to ensure that children are
prepared to succeed.
Gets you Connected and Adds Your Voice to Others.
There’s no better way to know
what’s happening in your school. Regularly scheduled meetings are an
opportunity for you to share information with other members. Because PTA
is a forum for exchanging ideas, you are encouraged to make suggestions.
PTA can be a way for you to more effectively suggest change at your
child’s school.
Leverages Volunteer Power.
PTA organizes hard-working and
dedicated volunteers. Parents are ready and willing to help implement
school improvement programs.
Provides Great Resources.
The PTA offers a variety of
programs designed for parents as well as students. Resource materials
and training opportunities are plentiful in PTA.
Improves your skills.
By volunteering with your PTA,
you gain valuable experiences. It’s an opportunity to put your skills
and hobbies to good use for a good cause – for your child and all
children in the community.
Results in School Improvement.
By getting involved at your
child’s school you’ll be part of the solution, helping make positive
changes. Local PTAs play an important role in fundraising to provide
building
improvements, curriculum-based programs and social events – all
vital to a school’s success.
Makes You a Good Role Model.
By becoming a PTA member,
you’ll be demonstrating to your child the importance you place on
education.
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