I used to be the PTA president 2 years ago in my Child's School. The board and myself did a lot of activities for the Children. We payed for each grade level to go on their field trip. We helped the staff puchase supplies, like a little over 650 Dictionaries, pencils, little over 1000 reading books for the library. We did many other things. After our term was over we left the new board last year a little over 25,000.00 in the bank.I found out last Friday that last year the fith graders did'nt go on a field trip. I also found out the board wasen't doing much for the kids. This year we have the same people on the board! My question is do I sit and do nothing about it or do I investigate what's going on? I believe PTA is supposed to encourage communication and cooperation between parent and school to ensure children receive the best possible physical, mental, social and spiritual education. I really don't see that happenning!!! Please someone give me advice...
2006-09-07 05:28:03 · 2 answers · asked by hazelshine 4 in Family & Relationships ➔ Family
Not only have a been a member of the PTA for at least five years, I am also a representative for SchoolPals http://www.schoolpals.net We work with many schools and organizations to help them with their fundraisers.
As for what you have noticed since stepping down as PTA president for your child's school, I would notify the National PTA http://www.pta.org/ of your concerns. Hopefully, they can get to the bottom of this for you.
Good luck!
2006-09-07 05:35:26 · answer #1 · answered by Angie P. 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Gather everyone you know that shares your point of view and go the next PTA meeting and bring it up. Our PTA is required to show us how every penny is spent. Don't know your rules, but ask them to clarify this for you. Just don't get an attitude - it gets you nowhere. Good Luck
2006-09-07 05:35:08 · answer #2 · answered by Beth 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋