From field trips to science programs to music and plays, we know parent groups support all sorts of activities to make learning more exciting for kids. You'll find tons of enrichment ideas in the articles below. Find more helpful tools and info on the Academics & Enrichment resources page. (For articles about planning great teacher appreciation programs, go to the

After-School Archive

From simple silent auctions to over-the-top galas with live auctions and six-figure returns, auctions have been a growing part of the PTO and PTA landscape for several years now. You'll find tons of auction ideas and help in the articles below. Find more helpful tools and info on the Auctions resources page.

Helpful ideas and tips to get your PTO or PTA in gear for the new school year. See the Back to School resources page for even more tools and programs.

Form 1023 and 501(c)(3) and bylaws...Oh, my! We know figuring out nonprofit status requirements and writing and maintaining bylaws can be overwhelming, but you'll find lots of practical guidance in the articles below. Find more helpful tools and info on the Bylaws/Nonprofit resources page.

Best practices and profiles of successful parent group and school carnivals, fairs, and festivals. Find more ideas for all sorts of events on the Events & Programs resources page.

The articles below have tons of good information and advice for chairing and managing committees. Whether it's functions or job descriptions or leadership advice, we have you covered. Find more helpful tools and info on the Committees resources page.

How your group communicates with its members and the school community can affect its success. Newsletters, email, even the Open House speech—our writers and editors cover it all. You'll find tons of tips and ideas for good communication in the articles below. Find more helpful tools and info on the Communications resources page.

From food drives to charitable fundraisers to hands-on student projects that help those in need, the articles below have stories about great community services programs run by school PTOs and PTAs.

New officers and old officers need to collaborate to ensure transition success. When the PTO election is over, will your group move ahead well? You'll find tons of ideas in the articles below to make that happen. Find more helpful tools and info on the Elections/Transition resources page.

We know planning great family events is a big part of what your group does. There are tons of ideas in the articles below for new and better ways to connect with parents, even planning events around holidays. Find more helpful tools and info on the Events & Programs resources page.

Your group can't do its great work without strong financial policies and a sound budget. Whether you're the PTO or PTA treasurer or a member concerned about protecting funds, you'll find tons of ideas and help on money management in the articles below. Yes, we even cover PTO and PTA embezzlement. Find more helpful tools and info on the Finance & Budget resources page.

Keeping schools germ free, getting kids in shape, encouraging healthier choices for the whole family—the Healthy School Kids article archive has inspiration, ideas, and tips to make your PTO and school community the healthiest it can be! Find more tools and info on the Fitness & Health at School resources page.