Parent groups thinking outside the box:

- LA School may seek corporate sponsorships as a way to get money into budget-restricted schools.

- Parent groups get creative in addressing lack of funds and a busier-than-ever volunteer pool. Read carefully:  you'll find some great words of wisdom in here from PTO Today community member, Gary Parkes.

Parent groups doing good:

- PTA gives school library a makeover.

- School community comes together to spruce up playground.

- PTO kicks off winter break by hosting a winter wonderland breakfast for teachers and staff.

- Kudos to this school for being one of the first to be recognized for making healthy changes.

- Georgia school wins nation-wide coat drive. I end with this link and a line from the article I think you'll all enjoy:

There is nothing more convincing than a PTO mom on a mission. I've seen them in action. They work a little like The Godfather; they'll make you an offer you can't refuse!

Here's to all the PTO & PTA moms & dads making a difference. Wishing you a weekend of holiday happiness with your family and no parent group to-dos!