WHAT IS THE PTSA?

The Hightower Trail Middle School PTSA is comprised of parents, students, relatives, teachers, staff, community and friends who promote and support the academic, social and personal growth of our students. We provide a variety of teacher and staff support, student curriculum enrichment, programs that encourage awareness and education, as well as the events that have come to define the culture of Hightower Trail.  Your membership contribution goes a long way in financially supporting the programs/events for our students.

When we as parents, teachers and community members work together, our students are more successful! We need your help to make our partnership stronger.  We are a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit association that prides itself on being a powerful voice for all children, a relevant resource for families and communities, and a strong advocate for public education.   Membership in PTSA is open to anyone who supports the PTA Mission and wants to be involved and make a difference for the education, health, and welfare of children and youth.  Join the PTSA and help us ensure a strong learning experience for all our students!

WHAT ARE THE MISSION AND VALUES OF HTMS PTSA?

Mission

Make every child’s potential a reality by engaging and empowering families and communities to advocate for all children.

Values

Collaboration: We work in partnership with a wide array of individuals and organizations to accomplish our agreed-upon goals.

Commitment: We are dedicated to promoting children’s health, well-being, and educational success through strong parent, family, and community involvement.

Accountability: We acknowledge our obligations. We deliver on our promises.

Respect: We value our colleagues and ourselves. We expect the same high quality of effort and thought from ourselves as we do from others.

Inclusivity: We invite the stranger and welcome the newcomer. We value and seek input from as wide a spectrum of viewpoints and experiences as possible.

Integrity: We act consistently with our beliefs. When we error, we acknowledge the mistake and seek to make amends.

FAQ

Why should I join PTSA?

PTSA offers all parents and caregivers the opportunity to be engaged in their child’s potential. Being a member of PTSA means that you are part of a powerful association and action plan that is focused on programs and initiatives that strengthen your child’s education.  PTSA membership and dues support your child by funding essential educational and curriculum needs; advocating on behalf of children and educators at the local, state and national levels; and building an inclusive school community for all families. Join PTSA for your child because increasing our membership, even by one, makes it possible to provide important educational resources, speak up on important issues and create a stronger school community.

Where does my money go when I pay membership dues?

PTSA dues directly support your child. PTSA dues help fund essential school resources and curriculum needs, including the garden, a drinking fountain, and lunch table umbrellas. PTSA dues support advocacy efforts at the local, state and national levels, impacting decisions affecting your child’s health, safety and quality of education. PTSA dues support our work to strengthen connections between your family, your child’s classmates and their families, and teachers to build a thriving and inclusive community for everyone.

Does PTSA membership require volunteering and attending meetings?

The only thing required of you to be a member of PTSA is to pay the annual membership dues. Beyond that, however you choose to PTSA is up to you. PTSA offers all parents the opportunity to be engaged in their child’s potential. From volunteering at school events to participating in local, state and national advocacy efforts to holding PTA leadership roles – the level of involvement is up to you. There is no wrong way to PTSA!

How much time do I have to commit to being a member of PTSA?

Membership in PTSA can involve as much or as little time as you have to offer. There is no wrong or right way to be involved – anything you can give, whether it’s time or money, will support your child’s potential.

How does PTSA ensure it represents every child and family at the school?

We encourage every family in the school to become a PTSA member to support the success of their child. We want a diverse membership base that reflects all of the families and needs of students at the school. PTSA strengthens connections between your family, your child’s classmates and their families and teachers to build a thriving and inclusive community for everyone.

How does PTSA/PTA impact my child?

PTSA provides schools access to experts, resources, trainings and dozens of nationally recognized educational enrichment programs that impact a child’s education.  They also 

fund the nation's largest and longest running student arts program,Reflections®, which provides  students access to arts, music, literature, dance, drama and visual arts.

Make every child’s potential a reality by engaging and empowering families and communities to advocate for all children.