The PTO DOES:

The PTO does NOT:

·     Support the educational programs and extracurricular activities of the school

·     Run the school

·     Encourage parents’ involvement in their individual children’s lives, education, class, and school

·     Force parents to participate in PTO and/or school activities

·     Provide feedback and suggestions for school programs

·     Set policy regarding school programs

·     Coordinate programs and projects that will support or enrich the curriculum

·     Define the school’s curriculum

·     Encourage/fund the increased exposure of students to technology

·     Dictate the technology platforms and/or software used by the school

·     Provide feedback/assist with increased awareness of school safety and security issues

·     Define or interfere with  the school’s security program and policies

·     Organize fundraising efforts to support some additional programs, equipment, and services not covered in the school budget

·     Control the school’s budget

·     Support the educational goals of the school and assist with attaining those goals through parent and community volunteerism

·     Set the educational goals, testing requirements, or compliance factors

·     Recruit volunteers and coordinate volunteer efforts to staff PTO functions and assist with school programs

·     Have jurisdiction or authority over school staff, teachers, and other employees

·     Stay aware of legislation and political issues that may impact education and schools

·     Endorse a particular political candidate or commercial concern

·     A LOT ! ! !

·     DO EVERYTHING ! ! !