You may be wondering what a PTO is, you may never have heard the term, but the answer is easy: it is an organization made up of teachers, staff members and parents that aims to facilitate parent participation in school activities. Parent involvement in student life is extremely important, according to research by PTOtoday.com the benefits for students are innumerable, but among the most important the children are more likely to:
- Attend school regularly
- Have better social skills
- Show improved behaviour
- Be more positive in their attitude towards school
- Complete and fulfill their responsibilities
- Graduate and continue their education
Parents who join the PTO of a school are a role model for their children, because with this simple act they are demonstrating to their child the great importance of education in their lives.
Belonging to the PTO of a school or college brings great benefits to parents as well:
- There is no better way to be connected with school and ways to help
- The functions of a PTO provide opportunities to connect with other parents, teachers and staff, creating open lines of communication where different issues and ideas are addressed to make positive changes in the institution, you are part of the solution to problems and the growth of the institution
- Be more confident in themselves as parents and their ability to help their children learn
- Being part of the growth and change which generates more confidence in the school by being involved
The positive and active participation of parents in the school brings many benefits to students, parents and also the school. This upcoming 2021 school year we are very excited about creating an active PTO to support students and teachers in various activities.
The objective of the PTO at FV is to enhance and support the educational experience at Futuro Verde, develop a closer connection between school and home by encouraging parental involvement, and improve the environment at Futuro Verde through voluntary and financial support. The activities you will be participating in as part of the FV PTO during the 2021 school year will be:
- Model United Nations Club – Fundraising and logistics
- Library activities
- Welcoming to FV 2021 staff/teachers
- Preparation of meals for the monthly FV teacher meetings
- Art exhibitions
- Civic events
- Teacher/staff appreciation week
Register to be part of the Futuro Verde PTO here!
