PTO Today Expo
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Meet with top rated fundraising companies, exchange amazing ideas, win huge prizes, and bond with your parent group besties during this one-day event for PTOs and PTAs.
Back to school
Amazing Open House Displays
We round up some of the best PTO and PTA displays and bulletin boards spotted at open house and meet the teacher nights across the country.
TEACHER APPRECIATION
PTOs are Welcoming Teachers Back And It's Nothing Short of Amazing
From stocking the lounge with snacks and memes to charcuterie and school supply bars, here are all the amazing ways PTOs are welcoming teachers back to school
Back to School
20+ PTO & PTA Ideas for Back-to-School Events
From "Popsicles on the Playground" to dancing mascots at morning drop off, we round up what schools are doing to welcome back students and families.
Back to school
27 Ways To Make the PTO Welcome Table Pop at Back-to-School
From photo props to brag boards, here are 27 fun ways to get parents to your table at your back-to-school open house.
Events
Plan a Boohoo/Yahoo Breakfast
Let camaraderie, cheers, and perhaps a few tears kick off your new school year.
Free Templates
Printables & Canva Templates for Parent Groups
From teacher appreciation and fundraising to PTO planning, check out the most popular printables and Canva templates from PTO Today and our community.
SUMMER BREAK
10+ Ways to Keep Parents Engaged on Social Media
From lonely school mascots (on summer vacation) to "where in the world are you" posts, keep parents engaged on social media with these easy, fun ideas.
Shake Things Up!
20+ Fun PTO Ideas To Try
From cereal drive domino runs to stuff a school mascot events, can you get through this list without wanting to do at least one?
Free Printable
Kindergarten Signing Day
Welcome incoming kindergarten students and their families with this fun event! Plus, get certificates for students to sign (free download).
Protect Your Group
PTO Insurance: What You Should Know
School parent groups and booster clubs need PTO insurance to protect their groups and their officers. Whether you already have insurance or you’re new to the conversation, we’ll make sure you’re covered.
Free Meme Bundle
40+ Memes About Volunteering at School (and Joining the PTO)
We rounded up the funniest memes we could find—and added a few of our own—in our new mega meme bundle.
PTO Today Article
Spread the Word: Parent Involvement Matters
A two-minute video summary of the ways your involvement at school can make a difference.
PTO Today Article
Leadership
How To Work With School Staff
Building good working relationships with school staff takes open communication and mutual respect.
Planning & Organization
August PTO To Do List
We round up what parent groups should be doing the month of August in one handy list.
Welcome Them Back
Make Your Own Back-to-School PTO Video
Our customizable back-to-school video template is an easy, polished way to introduce your PTO and share your goals. Use it at an open house, or add it to your website to reach families doing distance learning.
Back-to-School Supplies
Earn Retailer Rewards When You Buy School Supplies on TeacherLists
Buy school supplies on TeacherLists.com and earn retailer rewards for teachers and your parent group.
PTO Today Article
Virtual Back-to-School Night Ideas
Ideas from leaders for distanced welcome back nights that will inspire your school community.
How You Can Help
Social and Emotional Support at Back to School: How PTOs Can Help
When times are tough for everyone, your parent group can play a key role in helping support the school community.
Back to School
What To Tell Parents About Involvement
Messages about involvement to share with parents in emails, newsletters, social posts, and bulletin boards. Use them individually, or combine a few for a longer message.
Back to School
Get Ready for Back-to-School Night
Helpful tips and how-tos so you can make the most of your open house table.