Frequently Asked Questions
The list of needs a volunteer can fill is endless and the special talents of volunteers cannot be purchased. Every community has available talent and resources that will benefit the PTA and, in turn, the students. People will be more supportive of public education when asked to share some of their time as volunteers. A volunteer can be many things: a role model for students, an extra pair of hands to help teachers or staff, and a liaison between the school and community.
Working parents, stay-at-home parents, young adults, grandparents–basically anyone can be an invaluable PTA volunteer. The volunteer does not have to be a college graduate and can be young or middle-aged, work outside the home or within the home, or be retired.
While there is always a need for those with expertise in a given area such as communications, marketing, social media, legislation, etc., any volunteer with a desire to learn new skills who is willing to actively participate and follow through is welcome to submit an application.
Most people will volunteer because they have specifically been asked. And, of course, many will volunteer for fun and socialization.
In addition, many people volunteer with PTA to:
Feel needed
Learn something new
Explore a career
Get to know a community
Help someone
Gain a skill
Test themselves
Test leadership skills
Have a sense of purpose
Keep busy
Feel good
Have an impact
Be part of a team
Make new friends
Share a skill/talent
Demonstrate commitment to a cause
Do one’s duty
Keep skills alive
Fill a gap
Have an excuse to do something they love
See that resources are well allocated
Be a watchdog
Because there is no one else to do it
Have an alternative to giving money
Whatever your reasons for wanting to volunteer, we welcome any member to apply for a committee position, or become a member!