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?
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Printables & Shoppable List
How To Do a Stuff a School Mascot Event
Take your school spirit to the next level! Here’s everything you’ll need, from supplies to Canva templates (including mascot birth certificates).
Free Parent Event
Family Tech Talk: A Free Internet Safety Event for Schools
Help parents at your school learn the risks kids face online.
Glow Events
Glow Dances & Glow Runs: Everything to Know
Expert tips for a school glow dance or glow run, plus must-have decor, supplies, activities, free Canva templates, fundraising ideas, and more
School Family Event
Plan a Fun, Hands-on STEM Event for Families
From energy to engineering, these STEM activities are easy to do, educational and budget-friendly (perfect for a crowd!).
Free Calendar
Fun National Holidays and Special Days to Celebrate
From Teacher Appreciation Week to National Rice Krispie Treat Day, here's the ultimate list of special days to celebrate during the 2024-2025 school year.
PLAN AHEAD
Holiday Shop Providers Every Leader Should Know About
We round up popular holiday shop companies to help your group find the best fit.
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.
PTO Today Article
10 Tips for Booking Food Trucks
Points to consider if you're thinking of using a food truck at a PTO or PTA event.
School Family Event
How to Plan a Family Reading Night
Expert tips, flyers, activities, and more to help your group have a fun family reading event.
School Family Event
How to Plan a Family Movie Night
Expert tips (including licensing info), promotional tools and more to help you plan a movie night at school.
School Events
How To Get Sponsorships for Your School Events
Company event sponsors can reduce your costs and help businesses raise their profile in the school community.
Have Some Fun!
Ideas for Adult Social Events
An adults-only social event is a fun way to get to know more parents and let them to see how fun your parent group is! Check out our ideas for low-key and enjoyable gatherings just for grown-ups.
Events
8 Quick and Cheap Events for Your PTO or PTA
It's easy to plan fun events without breaking the bank.
EVENT HOW TOS
Tips for Taking Better Photos of School Events
Photos are a great way to generate interest in your school and group events. Our tips can help you take photos that pop.
Events
PTO Today Article
Event Planning for PTOs: Five Steps
How to produce a big event without forgetting the little details.