Parent Teacher Associations (PTAs), sometimes referred to as Parent Associations or Parent Groups, are made up of hard-working individuals who volunteer their time to participate in discussions and activities geared towards making every child’s experience at school a better one.
This article is a behind-the-scenes feature on what goes on in PTAs and PAs in Singapore. From organising galas and international days, to welcoming new parents and handling teacher appreciations, here’s a glimpse of what these volunteers do and how they do it.
What made you join the PTA board at your school?
Britt: I’ve always loved to be involved in school, and our school is huge; the PTA is all over it and involved in all parts of it. We have a really good partnership with our school and we’re the first people to know everything. We’re their ambassadors and referred to as campus leaders.
Richard: I’m an alumnus of the college and graduated from Dover back in 1990. As an alumnus, it’s nice to give something back to the college. Joining the board is a way of meeting other parents and understanding what’s going on in the college. And my kids are acclimatised to seeing dad in school.
Lynndi: I chaired our biggest school event, the International Fiesta, a few years in a row, working with an incredible bunch of ladies and having lots of fun. I felt I could add value and, rather than complain like some parents, I could be on the other side of that and effect change.
How do you get volunteers?
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