Just Elected Archive

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.
Is It Legal?
Answers to some common questions about finances, donations, elections, tax-exemption, and more.
How To Be a Successful PTO President
Tips and advice for new PTO and PTA presidents.
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!
Make Your First Meeting Count
Use these tips to harness the energy of a new year for your PTO and set a positive tone you can build on all year long.
13 Things To Do This Year
Get out your to do list and add these items to build involvement and strengthen your group.
Public Speaking: Overcome the Jitters
Some advance preparation and a few best practices will help your next presentation go smoothly despite any butterflies.
Build a Strong Executive Board
Working to form a cohesive executive board can pay off in long-term success for your parent group.
My Life as President
A parent group president reflects on lessons learned during her term in office and offers down-to-earth suggestions and advice.
Make Planning a Priority Each Spring
Think ahead for fall and get a jump-start on a productive year.
Are You Ready To Lead?
Being an effective parent group leader requires a commitment to the big picture and a willingness to let others help achieve those goals.
My First Meeting: Presidents Remember
Parent group presidents recall the worrying, the nerves, and the lessons learned from their first time wielding a gavel.
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.
Build Support for New Ideas
When members resist change, reduce the chance of conflict with patience and understanding.
38 Ideas To Start the Year Right
From getting organized to getting to know the school's families, a great year for the parent group starts with some advance planning.
How To Manage Your Budget
These basic bookkeeping procedures will help you keep your PTO budget in order.
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.
Make the Principal Your Partner
Good communication about priorities and respect for each others' roles makes for a strong partnership.

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