HORIZONS ELEMENTARY PTSA 4.4.6
Frequently Asked Questions
Here are a few general questions, if you don't see your specific question please contact us.
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What is the purpose of the PTSA?
The PTSA exists to identify the needs of all students, the school, its families and community. Together we find the ways to provide each student a safe environment with the best teachers, tools and resources to meet those needs and unlock success in every child.
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What does the PSTA do?
We are responsible for coordinating events to enhance our students education and experience at Horizons. We do this through faculty and staff support, family events, and social activities. Without your support these events simply would not be possible. Please consider volunteering—even if you can only help with one PTSA event it can make a big difference. We want the best experiences for our kids. All that we do contributes to a better, well-rounded education for our children. Help us to help your student too. You can make all the difference.
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Why should I join the PTSA?
Join for your child! It's all about them—enhancing their experience and education at Horizons. The school can only do so much with the funds it has so we supplement, enhance and advocate where necessary. Click here for more reasons to join.
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How do I join the PTSA and what is the cost?
Visit our membership page, download our form and return it to school. Parents, family friends, grandparents, and STUDENTS can be memebers. Membership is $10/yr or dual membership is only $18/yr. Please make your checks out to 'Horzons PTSA'. From the memberships dues we have to must pay National dues, state dues and local dues—with the rest directly supporting our mission.
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May I attend PTSA events if I don't join?
Yes. While we hope you do join the PTSA to support our mission, all our welcome. However, you will not be eligible for the discounted rates on tickets where applicable. PTSA membership provides more benefits and opportunities throughout the year that we hope you will utilize.
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Can I only volunteer once in a while without being pressured to volunteer for future events?
Absolutely! We do not pressure anyone into volunteering and that is a promise! You can volunteer as much or as little as you desire. We appreciate your thoughts and suggestions. We are thankful for your 5 minutes or your 50 minutes. We may ask you to volunteer for another event, but it's perfectly okay to say “No”. If everyone does a little, it goes a long way.
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Can I volunteer for more than one committee?
Absolutely! You can volunteer for a part of a committee, all of a committee or many committees.
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What is a General PTSA Meeting?
A General meeting is open to all. Non-members may attend but are unable to vote on any issues/questions.
What happens at the PTSA meetings?
The PTSA performs many functions within the school community. Each project needs a leader (and hopefully has one). This is the time that the leaders come together to share their plans, ideas and questions. Leaders present his/her business as it comes active and solicits questions and/or concerns from the membership.Votes are called upon and executed as required to proceed in our slated business.
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Can I volunteer even if I am unable to come to the meetings?
Yes, but we do ask you to attend the meetings when possible. Attendance numbers are needed in order to make decisions and proceed with business. Your input is necessary to our mission.
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How does the PTSA raise money?
Our money comes from fundraisers and donations from families and local businesses. We usually do a couple of fundraisers during the school. One in the fall and in the spring. Look for information to go home with students in their backpacks in September for our commerical fundriaser. Mark your calendar for May 9th, an amazing adult only night out as we host another Spring Dinner Live & Silent Auction.
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What does the PTA do with the funds raised?
All of our fundraising projects are to fund a specific purpose. There is no fundraising done just to have money in our account. Every penny is dedicated to a specific purpose.
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