Myth:  The PTO is just for stay-at-home moms.
FACT:  The PTO is for everyone!  Our volunteers are mothers, fathers and those who fill those roles for their students.  We have a wide range of volunteers who:  stay-at-home; work part-time to full-time; have little ones at home, preschoolers, high schoolers and/or college students; are continuing their own education; and more!

Myth:  The PTO has all the help they need.
FACT:  The PTO welcomes everyone and continues to need volunteers for various events, fundraisers, and committees year-round.  We need you!

Myth:  Volunteering for the PTO takes too much time.
FACT:  Only YOU can decide how much time you can give.  Even if you can help at just one event or handle one task per year, it would be greatly appreciated. 

Myth:  PTO volunteers need to be at the school during the day.
FACT:   Some of the PTO work can be done from home on your own schedule, or at events at night or weekends.  Yes, there is volunteering during the school day if you are able to do so.  But no one does it all, so choose what works best for you.

Myth:  The PTO has the same volunteers year after year and everyone knows each other. 
FACT:  While we are fortunate to have dedicated volunteers who return, it’s important that we welcome new ones every year.  We are most successful when we work together with a variety of people throughout the Teaticket Elementary Community. Our volunteers range from Preschool to 4th grade family members, so it’s a great chance to get to know caregivers from your student’s own and other grades, share information, and make a connection.

Myth:  The PTO is all set with their activities and events for the year.
FACT:  Each year, the PTO brings back favorites and tries new activities, fundraisers and events.   Those new ideas come from volunteers – many times new volunteers.  We are currently doing our planning for next year and we want you to be a part of it all!