One of the first
programs Dr. Margaret Strojny, Superintendent of schools
wanted to implement
was starting a PTO at each of the three schools to help
encourage parent involvement. To that end, Mrs. Williams,
Vice Principal started the Central School PTO in April
2003. A few meetings were held that school year to elect
a board and begin the work of the new PTO.
The PTO Executive
Board has changed several times since the beginning,
but each Board has played a valuable role
in laying the foundation for the programs and events
that families enjoy today. Starting any organization
from scratch takes trial and error, lots of time, and
most of all patience to produce quality events and
programs.
The Executive Boards past and present would
like to extend our gratitude to Mrs. Williams for her support
from the
very beginning. Even with her promotion to Principal
and her very busy schedule, she still continues to
work with the PTO to guide and aid in the construction
of
the Central School PTO. Mrs. Williams support is
the
cornerstone to our success.
One of our most successful
programs that began our first year is our Room
Parent Program. Under the
guidance of
the two Coordinators the program has grown and
expanded. Huge thanks to Jill Milton and Eileen Sears.
Please visit
their section to
learn
more about
this ongoing program.
Other highlights from our
first three years are:
2003-2005 Accomplishments
- New School Mascot:
C.H.E.S.T.E.R. The lion stands for Compassion, Honesty,
Enthusiasm, Self Esteem,
Teamwork, Encouragement, and Respect.
- Spring and Fall Clean-Ups
- Family Game Night
- Playground Games
- United States Map
- Mr. Frye Retirement Celebration
A major focus of the PTO from the beginning
has been communication with parents and faculty. A PTO
starts with an executive board, but only grows if it has
the participation of parents and teachers.
Here is a list of ongoing communication
tools:
- Monthly Newsletter- PTO NEWS
- E-mail Database- Send us
your email address if you do not receive
our reminders
flyers
- Teacher Support in Classrooms
- EBCTV- The Bright Side
of Education
- Our website
- Newspaper
- Central Times
The East Bridgewater Public Schools are
fortunate to have EBPIE. EBPIE has been raising funds
for all three
schools for many years. We commend their
efforts and are thankful for their support
of the PTO.
Traditionally PTO’s spend most of their
time fundraising. The Central School PTO
has been able
to focus on events,
programs and speakers because of EBPIE efforts
on behalf of our schools. From time to time
we raise money in creative
or unique ways to support our organization.
Here are some
past fundraiser examples:
- Excuse Notepads
- Raffles
- Holiday Fair
- Brockton Rox
- School Calendar Magnets
Please visit the Archives for
descriptions and highlights of other past events and
programs.
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