PARENT-TEACHER ORGANIZATIONS​​


Parent-Teacher Orgnaziation (PTO)

The main functions of the Parent Teacher Organization are to raise funds for the school’s current operational expenses, to promote parental support for the school program, and to increase mutual understanding between school and parents. The membership of the parent teacher organization shall include the pastor, the principal, the parents or legal guardians, and the faculty of the school.  


All parents are required to attend the General Assembly PTO meetings. Three General Assembly meetings will be held each year, in alignment with the start/end of each grading period.

  

Financial operation of a parent teacher organization shall be governed by the regulations for financial operations as found in the Parent Teacher Organization Bylaws (see Administrative Handbook).  

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Parent-Teacher Organization Board (PTO Board)  

The PTO Board will be comprised of elected individuals from the schools parent/guardian community. When deemed necessary, the Principal will begin the election process, which includes taking nominations and collecting anonymous ballots. Voting may take place during a General Assembly Meeting OR via a ballot sent in the weekly Family Envelope. The school administarion reserves the right to remove members of the PTO Board, if it is determined that they are acting against the wellfare of the school.


The main responsibilites of this board are to plan and organize fundraisers and community building events. Approval must be received from the school's administrators before any event can be planned. Final decision making power and/or the ability to veto is held by the school's administrators. Membership on the PTO Board does not convey the power/right to make final decisions and/or enter into binding contracts on behalf of the school.


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