MANAGING YOUR PTA – Reasons to join
THE SCHOOL SUPPORT The PTA is vital to the success of the school. Funds
raised enrich your child’s learning and make every student’s
experience better. Be part of the group that pays for the playground your child loves or funds the library that’s their favourite place to be.
IT’S TOTALLY FLEXIBLE
Whether you’re a full-time
parent or working the nine to five, anyone can get involved. It’s less
commitment than you think, and you don’t always have to attend meetings. Small jobs such as designing a poster, distributing letters or running a stall keep everything running smoothly.
BE BETTER CONNECTED
Create closer links with the
head, teachers and staff. If you’re new to the school, the PTA is an excellent way to find out
how things work and become part of the community. If not, you’ll still gain greater insight by seeing how things work from both sides.
R10EASONS TO JOIN THE PTA
CHANGE SCHOOL FOR THE BETTER
Have your say on important decisions. Work with the school and other parents to see where improvements can be made, and implement them. Directly influence the experience of your child and hundreds of others.
People are the PTA’s biggest asset.
Go to
pta.co.uk for a
downloadable version of this page. Print it or post on social media to encourage more good folk to help out
YOUR CHILD’S LEARNING
IMPROVE
Studies show that children whose parents are involved in their education do better in school. Engaging with the PTA shows your children’s education is important to you. Play your part in improving the school and watch them thrive.
IT’S NOT JUST FOR MUMS
Everyone is welcome, and
it’s especially important to have dads and male carers
represented, as male role models
are crucial in children’s upbringing. Dads can bring different skills; they can bring a different perspective, and they can bring along other dads.
MAKE LASTING FRIENDSHIPS
Meet and chat to a wider
circle of families from different classes and year groups. Get to know other parents, and bond over exciting events, socials and get-togethers.
Find a place to belong and spend time with others who share your values.
BECAUSE IT’S FUN!
Be part of the team which organises the best
events and get-togethers. Debrief over a glass of wine (or two).
Suggest your most hare-brained idea and watch as it catches on and everyone wants a piece of the action. Laugh. Cry. Be there for each other.
NEW SKILLS LEARN
Everyone has something they can bring to the PTA, but you can also learn new skills by trading with others. Always wanted to
perfect that cookie recipe? Not sure how to design a poster? Want to hone your public speaking skills? You can do it with the support of the committee.
LASTING MEMORIES Our children are only at school for a few years, but they will
CREATE remember the difference we make
for a lifetime. They will cherish the activities and games we fund, learn using resources we buy, and
remember the events we hold. Help keep the PTA going so future pupils can benefit too.
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