School PTSA
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PTSA is a nonprofit educational organization, which seeks to unite the forces of home, school and community on behalf of children and youth. The objectives of the PTSA are:
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To promote the welfare of children and youth in home, school, and community
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To raise the standards of home life
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To secure adequate laws for the care and protection of children and youth
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To bring into closer relation the home and the school, that parents and teachers may work collaboratively in the education of children
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To develop between educators and the general public such united efforts as will secure for all children and youth the highest advantages in physical, mental, social, and spiritual education
At Mineral Springs Middle School, everyone is encouraged to join PTSA and attend the meetings. PTSA provides funds for numerous social and educational activities, field trips, refreshments for school events, and Teacher Appreciation. Funds have been provided for computers, printers, software, Accelerated Reader books, teaching materials, etc. By joining the PTSA, parents, students and staff show their support for their school and children. We look forward to and encourage parental involvement. In developing a productive educational partnership where the child is truly the primary beneficiary, parent support is essential.
PTSA dates (all meetings are at 6:30 p.m.) for 2006-2007 are:
September 26
December 5
March 6
May 8
PTSA dues for the 2006-2007 school year are $3.00.
