Free Leadership Guide
New Leader? No Problem
All the know-how you need to be an effective and successful parent group leader, including tips for managing difficult people.
PTO Today Article
You're Elected! Now What?
An overview of what lies ahead for first-time board members, and tips for getting off to a strong start.
Topic Page
Officers & Board
Everything you need to know and more about serving on your parent group's committees or executive board.
PTO Today Article
What I Wish I Knew
We asked our Facebook community what they wish they’d known before becoming a PTO leader. Here’s what they had to say.
Bylaws/Nonprofit
Complete Sample Bylaws
Sample set of PTO bylaws covering a broad range of rules that PTOs typically include—and that we recommend.
Involvement
Your PTO Doesn't Have To Be Perfect
Feeling burned out? Your parent group’s struggles are common—and your efforts do make a difference.
PTO Today Article
The One-Hour Meeting Manager
If your PTO meetings run longer than an hour, they’re too long. Here’s how to make them shorter and more efficient.
Video Series
Video: 8 Habits for Successful PTOs and PTAs
Expert advice and practical tips on how to run a successful PTO or PTA, in a nine-part video keynote by Tim.
Organization
A Year of Great Ideas
Our parent involvement calendar is full of fun ideas and tips for every month of the school year. Use it to help you plan, or follow it event for event!
PTO Today Article
PTO Today Article
Defining the Role of a PTO
What role should your PTO play? That answer will change as the needs of your school community change.
PTO Today Article
Public Speaking: Overcome the Jitters
Some advance preparation and a few best practices will help your next presentation go smoothly despite any butterflies.
PTO Today Article
Becoming a Great Leader
Even if you have no experience, you can be an effective leader. Just play to your strengths.
PTO Today Article
Make Planning a Priority Each Spring
Think ahead for fall and get a jump-start on a productive year.
Robert's Rules
Robert's Rules: What You Should Know
Robert's Rules do help you run an effective meeting. And you don't have to know a whole book's worth of details—just a few key concepts.
Finance & Budget
Budget Basics for PTOs
Budgeting makes all of your financial decisions easier. Follow these steps to create a budget for your PTO, even if you've never had one before.
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