NEW! Free Printable
Get a Free PTO Planner for 2024-2025
Our planner includes 45+ editable pages to help you organize and plan for the school year. Just customize, print, bind, and distribute to your board!
COMMUNITY
Real (and Honest) Advice for New PTO and PTA Leaders
From remembering your "why" to setting boundaries and communication tips, our community shares their best advice for new PTO and PTA leaders.
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.
Free Printable
School Volunteer and Officer Questionnaire
Getting to know your new crew is key to making volunteers feel welcome. Our editable questionnaire asks all the important stuff—along with a spot to add your own questions!
Free Printable
Because Every New President Deserves a Winning Ticket
The perfect welcome gift for newly elected PTO and PTA Presidents...all you need is a printer and a sense of humor!
Officer Transition
PTO and PTA Election Guide
Answers to some of the most-asked questions about your school parent group elections.
PTO Today Article
Election Season Tips To Ease Officer Transition
Steps to take now to ensure that the transition to a new board goes smoothly.
Downloadable
Election Ballot Template
This editable parent group election ballot template prints two ballots per page for group president, vice president, treasurer, and secretary.
Elections & Transition
Officer Transition: Planning Ahead
Prepare new officers for success by making sure they have the information and training they need.
Elections
5 Tips for Your Upcoming PTO or PTA Election
Holding an election soon? Here are some important points to consider.
Yes, You Can!
Online Voting Tips for PTOs and PTAs
Making your officer elections virtual can help keep business moving along even if you can’t meet in person. (And yes, it's legal!)
Free Leadership Guide
New Leader? No Problem
All the know-how you need to be an effective and successful parent group leader, including tips for managing difficult people.
PTO Today Article
Leadership
Find the Right Person for the Job
Matching an open leadership position with the right person just got a little easier; check out these key roles and the talents and skills they call for.
PTO Today Article
How To Retire Gracefully
The way in which officers move on from their leadership roles can affect the group even after they're gone. Make your transition a positive one.
PTO Today Article
8 Tips for Passing the Gavel
Putting new board members in charge can go smoothly; avoid transition trauma with these lessons from people who have been there.
Elections and Transition
You're Elected! Now What?
An overview of what lies ahead for first-time parent group board members, plus tips for getting off to a strong start in the new year.
Topic Page
Just Elected Articles and Tools
Are you a newly elected PTO or PTA officer? Check out these resources for help in taking on your new role.
PTO Today Article
Help Prepare New Officers for Success
With good planning and communication, you can help ensure a quick and easy leadership transition.
Elections & Transition
6 Tips for Officer Transition Planning
Take these steps to ensure a smooth road ahead for incoming officers.
Executive Board
Build a Strong Executive Board
Working to create a cohesive board now can pay off in long-term success for your parent group.