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Why PTA Membership Matters
Why PTA Membership Matters
A strong school community starts with people who are willing to get involved. PTA membership is one simple way to help make a meaningful difference for our students, teachers, and families.
Your annual membership helps support programs, activities, and events that bring our school community together and make the school experience more enriching for everyone.
But membership is about more than financial support. PTA members have a voice. Members can vote on budget items at Association meetings, weigh in on important priorities, and help shape the direction of our PTA and school community.
Whether you’re able to volunteer, attend meetings, or simply become a member, your participation matters. The more members we have, the stronger our collective voice and our ability to support our students and school.
You show your child that you care about their education. You become an active partner in their learning journey.
Stay informed about school events and updates. PTA members recieve exclusive information and access to important resources.
Connect with people who shares your commitment to creating a positive and enriching school experience for our children.
Your ideas, talents, and energy can directly impact school programs, fundraising efforts and the overall education experience for all students.
FAQ
Do I have to volunteer if I join the PTA?
Not at all! Becoming a PTA member simply means you’re supporting the school and staying connected. Volunteering is always welcome, but never required — you can be as involved as your time allows.
Who can join the PTA?
Parents, teachers, students are all welcome to join. The first 85 families to join the PTA will receive a special-edition Panda keychain for each student in their household.
How do I join?
Click here to join! If you need to login, you can do so here.
How do I make an additional donation to Portola’s PTA?
Click here to make a donation!
When are the PTA meetings? Do I have to go to every meeting?
PTA meetings will all be held via Zoom this school year. Our PTA meetings are typically held on the third Thursday in September, December, March, and May.
You’re welcome to come to all the meetings and we would love to hear from you. While the meetings are not mandatory, members must be present in order to vote!
Where does my $12 go?
$5.25 goes directly to our Portola PTA, $0.50 for our local 17th district PTA, $2.00 for the CA state PTA, $3.25 for the National PTA, and $1 covers the processing fee.
Any other questions?
Contact jtang@portolapta.org
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