"I have been an Explorer parent and PTA member for almost 10 years! I'm a working mom and don't serve on the board, but I feel more connected to the school by joining PTA and volunteering a couple times each year." -Jen
Why Join?
It’s good for your children! You are your child’s most important role model. Showing your children that you value their education will teach them to value it as well. Research has shown that children whose parents are involved in their school get better results and have fewer disciplinary problems.
It’s good for you! As a member, you can raise concerns, suggest ideas and have input on how money is spent. You will meet like-minded people and make friends. PTA connects you to other parents and teachers through meetings and events, helping to build a sense of community.
It’s good for the school! PTA provides support for our administrators and teachers. Schools are becoming more dependent on PTA fundraising revenue to supplement school budgets. You will play an important role in helping the school acquire these key resources!
What am I committing to? You don't have to volunteer any more or less than you normally would, or come to meetings, though everyone's input is valued and, of course, we'd love to have you! A portion of your dues goes to the state and national level, which have historically advocated in favor of children and families. Membership helps our community and all children, without doing anything more.
It’s good for you! As a member, you can raise concerns, suggest ideas and have input on how money is spent. You will meet like-minded people and make friends. PTA connects you to other parents and teachers through meetings and events, helping to build a sense of community.
It’s good for the school! PTA provides support for our administrators and teachers. Schools are becoming more dependent on PTA fundraising revenue to supplement school budgets. You will play an important role in helping the school acquire these key resources!
What am I committing to? You don't have to volunteer any more or less than you normally would, or come to meetings, though everyone's input is valued and, of course, we'd love to have you! A portion of your dues goes to the state and national level, which have historically advocated in favor of children and families. Membership helps our community and all children, without doing anything more.
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Annual dues are $10.00 per person. Of that, $6.25 pays for National and State PTA membership, which supports legislation for education, health, and well-being of our children and training for local units. The remaining $3.75 stays at Explorer, helping to fund teacher grants, mini grants, equipment upgrades, as well as many other programs and projects.