SPTO

Admin

The Sherman School PTO is better with you! Together we…
…Provide Educational Enrichment for the Children at the Sherman School

SPTO funds in-school speakers and assemblies, visiting authors, classroom tools and supplements field trip costs
SPTO brings children afterschool enrichment opportunities
SPTO cares by donating school supplies to the Sherman Social Services
SPTO celebrates teachers and students throughout the year for their contributions and achievements
SPTO encourages reading through regular book fairs and an annual bookmark contest

…Support our School

SPTO provides volunteer support
SPTO hosts staff appreciation events
SPTO collects rewards for education – box tops
SPTO partners with the Sherman Administration and the Board of Education to ensure our enrichment efforts are in line with overall educational goals

…Communicate

SPTO gives all members a parent/student directory (only includes members that choose to participate)
SPTO sends a monthly newsletter that includes upcoming events, meeting minutes and useful school information
SPTO conducts bi-monthly meetings. Please look at the calendar for time and location.
SPTO posts on Facebook and on the SPTO page of the school’s website

…Build a Community

SPTO sponsors social events throughout the year for families, staff and the community including but not limited to the following: Harvest Fair, Senior Luncheon, Book Fair, Science Night, Movie Nights, Bingo Night, and PJ’s & Popcorn, Bake Sale and Boots & Bowties

It’s Good for the Children

As an adult in our community, you are the most important role model for our children. When they see us working as a team, it encourages positive behavior in our children.
Your support demonstrates that you value their education and will teach them to value it as well.
Research has shown that children whose parents are involved in their school get better results and have fewer disciplinary problems.

It’s Good for You

You get a say on how funds are spent, contribute ideas on how to raise money and raise concerns.
You will meet new people and enhance your parent network: It’s not all work, we like to play too.
If you have the time, there are opportunities to use your skills to help in many ways as well as acquire new skills during the process.
You will be informed about what is going on in the Sherman School by getting to know staﬀ and other parents on a personal level.

It’s Good for the School

We are a Parent-led, independent organization that works with both the School Administration and the Board of Education.
Our fundraising revenue is used to supplement the school budget with enrichment programs for the Sherman School students and teachers.
You play an important role in helping the school acquire key resources as well as reward children with some well-earned treats.

Officers
President - Kelly Parker
Co-Vice President- David Febbraio, Amanda O'Neill
Co-Treasurer- Louise Hofsdal, Carrie DePuy
Secretary - Jo Sutter