From selling coffee in the car line to celebrating the 67th day of school, 2025 was a big year for PTOs. Our annual year-in-review highlights the biggest trends that helped parent groups raise money, boost morale, and build stronger school communities.
Dust off those hammer pants and get ready to make the 90th day of school da bomb dot com with these fun 90s themed ideas! We round up rad ways to celebrate the 90th day of school—plus get a free "90 Days Smarter" student certificate and 90s themed sign for the teachers' lounge.
Get your hot cocoa carts and holiday hydration stations ready! We round up festive ways to celebrate your teachers and staff this holiday season. Plus, get our FREE bundle of holiday-themed teacher appreciation printables!
Principals (and PTOs) are spreading good vibes at school during the holiday season for teachers and students. From "12 Days of Jeans" and car line caroling to a festive "teacher swap", get inspired and find an idea that works for your school!
At Sonnesyn Elementary, our PTSO does a lot on a tight budget (and with just two board members!). Thanks to a few creative ideas, we brought an obstacle course fun run to life—and raised $10,000 for our school.
Looking for a fun, easy game for teachers and staff to play ahead of the holiday break? Try Penguin in My Pocket! Use our free Penguin in My Pocket printable game cards to play.
From teacher hydration stations and school supply charcuterie boards to "Half way there" snack carts (cue the Bon Jovi playlist), here are some of the coolest ways to appreciate teachers and staff midyear!
From teacher treat trolleys stocked with Sixlets and 7UP to our free “Six Seeeeeven Days Smarter” student certificates, PTOs are turning the viral 67 meme into an opportunity to celebrate the 67th day of school.
