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15 Treasurer Steps for New School year

15 Treasurer To-Do’s to Start the 2025–2026 School Year Strong

As a new school year begins, it’s the ideal time for volunteer treasurers to get organized. Whether you’re supporting a PTO or PTA, booster club, sports team or another volunteer-run group, tackling a few essential financial tasks now will set your organization up for a smooth and successful year ahead. High Priority: Must-Do Items 1.…

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10 Easy Middle School Icebreakers

Being in the middle can be hard sometimes. You don’t get quite as much guidance as you did in the beginning since you’re not new. And you may not get as much recognition as you do at the end. Such is the progression from elementary to middle and high school. And yet, the transition from…

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How to Put on a School Talent Show as a Fundraiser

A school talent show is a great way for the PTA or PTO to raise money. Even more important, it helps kids to get used to being in front of an audience and show off what makes them unique! Putting on a school talent show fundraiser is fun, but it takes time and dedication to…

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Incorporating the School Mascot Into Fundraising Events

Eagles! Wildcats! Bulldogs! No, it’s not the zoo. It’s back to school time. And whether your school is the home of the Dolphins or the Warriors, you should consider incorporating the school mascot into fundraising events. Why? A mascot will boost marketing, branding and entertainment values for Parent Teacher Associations, Sports Teams, Booster and other…

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PTA Fundraising Chair Responsibilities

PTAs are important providers of school support and a vital role within the organization is the Fundraising Chair. Whether you have been recently asked or are considering involvement, here is a bit of information about this important position. How to Become a Fundraising Chair The Fundraising Chair is usually elected by the PTA Board or…

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Summer Service Learning Projects

Summer break doesn’t mean a vacation from learning. Try a few of these summer service learning activities and see how much fun you can have!

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PTA Transitions from Elementary to Middle School

The transition from an Elementary school to Middle School does not just befall the student. Parents are affected as well, not simply in terms of location but in terms of a new set of dynamics for your student’s learning environment and for those who support them, like the PTA. Logistics are different. Students will no…