What is the PTO?
PTO stands for Parent-Teacher Organization, consisting of parents, staff and administrators working together to support and enrich all students. As a school of choice, we receive less funding than a traditional public school. We count on PTO funds and parent volunteers to make up the difference. Our objective is to provide our school with exciting events, effective resources and impactful services which will maximize the educational experience of every child and benefit the school.
Who Can Be a Member?
Every Cornerstone parent, staff member and teacher is automatically a member of the PTO! There are no dues or membership fees. In fact, Parental Involvement is one of our three foundational pillars at Cornerstone, so it is imperative that we all work together and invest our time to ensure the success of our school community.
how is the pto funded?
The PTO is primarily funded through ONE main fundraiser each year, and a couple passive fundraisers, which make up our “Nest Egg”:
1. NEST EGG ANNUAL FUND: a simple, direct donation to the PTO. Unlike selling fundraisers in which we only garner a small percentage of the profits, 100% of Nest Egg Donations will directly impact our students.
2. PASSIVE FUNDRAISING: Harris Teeter, Lowes Foods or Box Tops.
HOW TO GET INVOLVED?
HOW DO I GET INVOLVED?
1. COME TO PTO MEETINGS: Meetings are held the second Monday of each month at 6:30 and are the best way to stay up-to-date on the happenings of our school.
3. FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIA AND SIGN UP FOR PTO EMAILS
The PTO is always in need of volunteers to help and events, bring new ideas to meetings/committees. There are many items that need completed behind the scenes and can be done around your schedule. Such as making copies, designing flyers, updating bulletin boards, creating signups, etc. Just a few hours of volunteering makes a huge impact in your students and staffs lives. Please click the link below if you are interested in getting more information.
