A Classroom Without Walls

From fundraising to design to construction, here's what to know to create a beautiful and functional outdoor learning space for your school.

Quick, easy teacher appreciation gifts

Not crafty? No problem! Check out our quick, inexpensive, and thoughtful ideas you can use on their own or as part of a larger effort.

5 Step Teacher Appreciation Plan

Follow these tips to make any teacher appreciation effort a hit.

Back-to-School Tasks To Do Now

Give yourself an easier start next fall by checking off these to dos before the current school year ends.

10 Tips for Booking Food Trucks

Points to consider if you're thinking of using a food truck at a PTO or PTA event.

PTO Fundraising Plan: Sample Timeline

Not sure where to start with your fundraiser planning? Our sample timeline balances large and small efforts throughout the year.

Anti-bullying Ideas for Your PTO To Try

From playground peacemakers to locker notes, PTO leaders share what their group has done to stomp out bullying.

Top 5 Ways To Stay Sane Until June

Feeling like the end of the school year will never come? Try one of these stress-relievers to get through the next few months.

Bylaws/Nonprofit Resources

Articles and tools for understanding your PTO bylaws and becoming a nonprofit group with 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status.

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