PTA Leaders: Dedicated to Kids
No task is too big or too small for PTA leaders — we do it all!
Running a PTA is fun and rewarding, but it’s also an important responsibility. What’s required in order to be a PTA in good standing?
All PTA officers/chairmen must understand policies and procedures and be committed to performing them correctly and
completely.
- Attend and participate in meetings
- Review and maintain the procedure book and files for the position
- Abide by the will of the majority
- Respect the privacy of the business of the executive board
- Protect the privacy of all members by not allowing distribution of membership lists to outside interests
- Meet deadlines and fulfill assignments promptly
- Give accurate and detailed account of all monies entrusted to them
- Delegate instead of doing it all yourself
- Develop and strengthen leadership
- Attend conferences, workshops and conventions
- Ensure a good transition by passing on all resources and records
- Resign if unable to perform the required duties of the office.
We're Here to Help You
What you should remember is that you are not alone: PTA is an entire local, state and national organization here to help you make your PTA — and your PTA experience — the very best.
We’ve got it all, from tips on running a local meeting and creating membership materials to leadership hints, important finance reminders and even pointers on how to write statewide resolutions. And if you have questions or concerns, call or write so we can assist you. Contact your council, region or Utah PTA today!
The Basics
You are probably thinking: Where do I start? What is the next step? I'm lost and do not know what to do!
Almost everyone new PTA Leader feels this way. Here are some thing you can do to begin your PTA journey on the right foot:
- Attend any training that you can. Council, Region or State - all will have good information
- Understand the Whys of PTA!
- Don't reinvent the Wheel - Know what the current leadership did before they go! Procedure Books and a Transition Meeting are so important
- Organize your Board and get volunteers in place before next year.
- Know the needs of your community by conducting a Needs Assessment