I have been the treasurer of a PTL for over 8 years and in our case, because it is with St. Mark's Lutheran School, our PTL does stand for Parent Teacher League. As I asked that same question over 8 years ago, I was told that the PTA was a specific organization that was not covered by parochial schools, and that PTL was the choice name.

If that is not the case, then I'd like to know more. Until then, that is what I will stick with. Cheers.

KSW

Hi Kenneth,

The PTA is a national organization and only official members can call themselves PTAs. There are many independent parent groups that go by a variety of names that we, in general terms, refer to as PTOs. You'll see other PTLs among our community, along with PCCs (Parent Communication Councils) HSAs (Home School Associations) and many, many more.

Thought I would include a link to our article on the differences between PTAs and PTOs: www.ptotoday.com/pto-today-articles/arti...whats-the-difference

Hope this helps!

Rose C
Community Manager