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Welcome and Thank You!. Palmer Way PTSO. Did You Know?. Parents have a significant effect on their children’s education Good education isn’t just about teachers and school – what you do as a parent really counts!. It’s True!. Did You Know?. - PowerPoint PPT PresentationTRANSCRIPT
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Thank You!Thank You!Palmer Way PTSOPalmer Way PTSO
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Did You Know?
• Parents have a significant effect on their children’s education
• Good education isn’t just about teachers and school – what you do as a parent really counts!
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Did You Know?
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When lots of parents get involved,
It helps teachers and the school as a whole!
Did You Know?
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Palmer Way PTSO
Your Parent-Teacher-Student
Organization
You Can Make A Difference!
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What is PTSO?
PTSO stands for Parent-Teacher-Student Organization.
The mission of the Palmer Way PTSO is to provide support for the
educational needs and academic enrichment of Palmer Way students.
This is done by:
• Stimulating an interest in sound education• Promoting cooperation between home and school• Supporting the school, its teachers, staff, and students
in the achievement of educational goals• Promoting a positive and safe environment for
learning and recreation
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PTSO Objectives
The objectives of the Palmer Way PTSO are to:
• Establish and maintain a working relationship among parents, school and community.
• Support school improvement teams and promote the finest education possible for the students at Palmer Way Elementary School.
• Expand technology and 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.
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The PTSO does NOT
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The PTSO DOES
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Why PTSO?
The PTSO Program
●Is a creative way to connect all families to their children’s school and education.
●Provides ideas to strengthen home-school-community partnerships
●Is a resourceful community to keep parents, students, and teachers motivated.
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PTSO Needs You!Are you interested in working
with a dedicated group of parents to make key decisions and plan events for Palmer Way Elementary School?
The Palmer Way PTSO is looking for volunteers to help make a difference at Palmer Way for the 2008-2009 school year.
The only qualifications you need are a “can-do” attitude and a willingness to contribute.
We welcome everyone’s participation at whatever level is comfortable.
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10 ReasonsTo Get Involved1. Your Child Benefits2. We Make A Difference3. We Pledge To Honor Your Time Constraints4. We Have Fun5. Meet Nice People Who Share Your Concerns6. There’s A Lot To Be Done7. We Can Match Jobs To Your Interests And Abilities8. We’re Welcoming9. We’re About Parent Involvement, Not Fundraising10. This Work Is Very Rewarding
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Just 2 Hours• If we can get every Palmer Way parent to
commit Just 2 Hours to helping out, we can do amazing things for our kids and our school.
• As you’ll see from the Volunteer Interest Form, we’d love to help you get involved in any way that works for your schedule and interests.
• We’d love your 2 Hours, and -Really! We promise! – there’s no obligation beyond helping out in this small, but important way.
• Together, we can make a huge difference at our school!
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Movie Night?
Carnival?
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How Do I Join?Membership
All parents/guardians, students and faculty connected with Palmer Way Elementary School are considered
‘members’.
Get Involved!Fill out the Volunteer Interest Form today.
Contact UsCheck us out online at http://palmerwayptso.wordpress.com/
Come to the 2008-2009 Open HouseAttend our General Meetings
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2008 – 20092008 – 2009Palmer Way PTSO OfficersPalmer Way PTSO Officers
Please get involved!
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Check Us Out Online
Link to us online from:http://palmerway.org
Or link directly at:http://palmerwayptso.wordpress.org
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Questions?Questions?Suggestions?Suggestions?Questions?Questions?Suggestions?Suggestions?
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