We’re entering the third week of the school 2023-34 calendar year and your PTA Board is rolling up our sleeves to:

• Support children’s health, well-being, and educational success
• Build strong parent, family and community involvement
• Provide funds for teacher and classroom resources
• Support school volunteers
• Support our school’s Cultural Arts programs
• and so much more — but we can’t do it without you! We pay for these initiatives and programs through membership fees and fundraisers.

Action Item #1: Join the PTA

First and foremost, if you haven’t already, please join the PTA! (There are no volunteer requirements of members. Membership simply shows your support, and keeps you in the loop for volunteer opportunities, if interested.) PTA membership supports vital programs at Douglas that enrich your child’s education and help our talented teachers deliver the best classroom experiences possible. We are dedicated to creating the kind of school community where children can thrive and teachers and administrators can do their best work. Just by paying your $12 membership fee (tip: you must renew every year!), you can make a difference. We understand that money can be an issue, and we don’t want this to be a barrier to joining the PTA. Please reach out to your child’s teacher and let them know that you are still interested in joining.

Action Item #2: Vote at the First PTA General Meeting

Secondly, we are ready to present our proposed budget for this school year to meet the needs and ambitions of the PTA’s planned programs and activities. You can view the proposed budget here. In addition, we also have a proposed slate of 2023-24 PTA Executive Board positions that will fill current vacancies. Scroll down further in that link and you’ll also see other committee and open role needs that we need your help with. We will formally present both the budget and proposed executive board slate on Wednesday, Sept. 20, at the Open House Night and PTA General Meeting. We’ll need PTA members (see action item #1!) to vote on both of these items.

With your membership and support, our school can thrive. We’re looking forward to getting started together!