It's been a very common question, so I'll try to list PTO sites that contain sample by-laws here. If you know of any sites that have by-laws, feel free to add to this list.

Here's a start:
Here are bylaws from a Nebraska PTO:

http://humann.lps.org/stories/storyReader$373

We'll add more as we find 'em. Hope you will, too.

Tim


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[ 07-12-2005, 01:01 PM: Message edited by: NancySousa ]

I just wanted to thank you for the posts! We are making so really big changes and being able to see the other by laws have really helped! Thanks!

I am looking for by-laws (PTA or PTO) for the state of West Virginia. Can anyone help me?

Does anyone have information on PTO by-laws for Illinois. Plus we are a charter school. Does it make a difference??

Thanks in advance!

PTOMOM2 I'm in Illinois and would be glad to get you a copy of ours if it would help. We are adding to ours so that a few area's are covered a little better. Just let me know if you would like a copy.

FYI. There really are no "Illinois bylaws" for PTOs, since PTOs are independent. You may do very well to use sample bylaws from other schools as a guide, but you are free to build your PTO as you see fit (depending on your needs and goals) within the fairly general nonprofit laws.

Just thought I'd try to clarify, as "can we get a copy of the (fill in state here) bylaws?" is about the most frequent request we get.

Good luck.

Tim