President – This person captains the ship by organizing all leadership meetings, conducting general PTO meetings, and maintaining open lines of communication with school administration. It is the President’s job to set goals and expectations for each school year as well as suggest ways to progress the organization in ways that live up to its mission. The President is responsible for cultivating positive relationships with administration, staff, parents, and community. It is also the duty of this role to make decision that are best for the integrity and good reputation of the organization. He or she should also plan to attend committee meetings upon request as well as attend as many events as possible. The President will also fill-in for any positions not filled to the best of their abilities.
VP of Programs – This board position will be charged with expanding the interactions with the school community by developing events that educate and strengthen the tie the organization has with parents, staff and students. He or she should plan to meet with their committee several times a year for planning as well as attend any events. Committees under the VP of Programs include yearbook, RES community events, acts of kindness, hospitality, and more.
Treasurer – The treasure upholds the budget for the organization and ensure proper accounting practices are followed. He or she would maintain an accurate ledger of all banking activities as well as track the profits or losses for each of our activities. This position pays open invoices and makes sure the organization stays in good financial standing with all vendors. They also distribute funds as appropriate by having constant communication with organization leadership to understand timing. He or she should also plan to attend committee meetings upon request.
Teacher Liaison – This is a member(s) of the staff that can act as a go between for the board to ensure our activities are aligned with school goals. He or she will also give us honest feedback gathered from their peers to help build a successful calendar that excites the staff to be involved. The teacher liaison encourages the staff to communicate and support PTO activities as best they can.
Board Expectations:
VP of Programs – This board position will be charged with expanding the interactions with the school community by developing events that educate and strengthen the tie the organization has with parents, staff and students. He or she should plan to meet with their committee several times a year for planning as well as attend any events. Committees under the VP of Programs include yearbook, RES community events, acts of kindness, hospitality, and more.
Treasurer – The treasure upholds the budget for the organization and ensure proper accounting practices are followed. He or she would maintain an accurate ledger of all banking activities as well as track the profits or losses for each of our activities. This position pays open invoices and makes sure the organization stays in good financial standing with all vendors. They also distribute funds as appropriate by having constant communication with organization leadership to understand timing. He or she should also plan to attend committee meetings upon request.
Teacher Liaison – This is a member(s) of the staff that can act as a go between for the board to ensure our activities are aligned with school goals. He or she will also give us honest feedback gathered from their peers to help build a successful calendar that excites the staff to be involved. The teacher liaison encourages the staff to communicate and support PTO activities as best they can.
Board Expectations:
- Attend all meeting including General assembly, Leadership, Board and committee meetings unless previous accommodations with President are made. Approximately 1 meeting a month.
- Provide feedback and vote on all motions.
- Attend summer planning workshop.
- Attend as many events as possible.