PTA Membership

Why should you join the PTA?
PTA supports and enhances our children's educational experience. We advocate on behalf of our students, families and school to the Department & Board of Education as well as to the County government. The more members we have, the louder our voice when we speak out. Internally, we cultivate a cooperative staff and parent relationship, along with encouraging parental and public involvement in schools. Membership dues help pay for events and programs that foster those goals.

What does a strong PTA do for the school?
PTA touches many areas of the school. To name a few, we sponsor cultural enrichment activities, purchase classroom and school enrichment materials, host family fun nights like Bingo night, sponsor after school classes, organize staff appreciation events, hold parenting workshops and host the legendary May Day Fair! PTA publishes a student and family directory that is paid for by your membership dues. Your membership dues support the PTA and help pay for all that we do! You can help us succeed in providing so much for our SJLES students, teachers and staff.

Does membership mean I have to volunteer?
Your membership contribution does not require that you volunteer your time. Your money is hard at work supporting our school.

What do I have to do to become a member?
Becoming a member is very easy. Simply send in your membership dues! You will receive a membership card, entitling you to discounts on school events and merchandise throughout the year.

Have more than one child at SJLES?
No need to join more than once. Remember, each parent, grandparent, friend or neighbor who cares about an SJLES student is invited to be a card-carrying member! ($8-first member, $7-each additional member) Mom and Dad can join for the discounted price of $15! Each membership is for one person and for the current school year only. Any donation above the regular membership dues will be gratefully accepted!

All of the volunteers of the PTA thank you immensely for your help in building opportunities for our children. If you have any questions, please call or email the Membership Committee: Kari Schumm or Kelli Dicks.