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Grant Elementary School District

PTO Role

The objectives of the Grant School PTO are to:

The objectives of the Grant School PTO are to:

  • Establish and maintain a working relationship among the parents, the school, and the community.
  • Support school improvement teams and promote the finest education possible for the students at Grant School.
  • Supplement equipment and supplies.
  • Increase student safety and security.
  • Develop programs and projects that will support or enrich the curriculum.
  • Enhance the quality of education by raising funds for school supplies or programs that fall outside the school budget.
 
See the Grant School PTO Bylaws for more details.
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 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.
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This PTO is organized exclusively for the charitable, scientific, literary, or educational purposes within the meaning of Section 501 (c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code.