Listen "Empowering PTAs and PTOs: Strategies for Successful School-Parent Partnerships with Christina Hidek"
Episode Synopsis
Get 20% of The 8 to 4 Principal Blueprint HERE.In this episode, we dive into the world of Parent Teacher Associations (PTAs) and Parent Teacher Organizations (PTOs) with guest Christina Hidek, founder of PTO Answers. Christina shares her extensive experience as a PTO leader and professional organizer, offering valuable insights on how to strengthen the collaboration between schools and parent groups.Listeners will learn:The differences between PTAs and PTOsStrategies for increasing parent engagementHow principals can effectively support these organizations. The episode covers various topics including sustainable fundraising, adapting parent involvement from elementary to high school, and leveraging PTOs for improved school communication.This episode provides practical advice and innovative ideas to enhance the PTA/PTO experience and create a more vibrant school community.PTO Family Engagement Opportunity Assessment Freebie Click HERE Family Engagement Made Simple Click HEREConnect with Barb on Linkedin HERE.Check out Barb's instagram @BarbFlowersCoaching HERE for more tips and strategies!Sign up HERE for a FREE Consultation Tired of second-guessing your decisions as a principal? Download a free course! Access it here.Click HERE to get a Free Guide for Setting Boundaries
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