FAQ
1. What is the AHS PTSA?
PTSA is a non-profit organization that advocates for the betterment of students and teachers at our school. PTSA members work directly with the school administration to help support the programs and initiatives for students.
2. Why join AHS PTSA?
When you become a PTSA member, you will be part of the national PTA. You will also be eligible to vote at PTSA meetings on important school matters and advocate for students.
3. How are membership/fundraising funds used?
PTSA provides the following to students and staff:
Health and safety for all students (disaster/emergency supplies)
Healthy breakfast for all the students during spring testing
Senior scholarships for PTSA student members
Grad Night for seniors
Reflections - Arts Recognition Program
Back to School Breakfast for the entire staff
Staff Appreciation week
Grants to AHS staff
Donations to the library, Career Center and counselors to purchase various materials to support students in the classrooms.
Parent education workshops
Campus beautification
Founders Day Celebration- recognizing parents, students and staff that go beyond the line of duty to make a difference in the school community.
About 40 % of the membership dues are forwarded to the next levels of PTA since PTA is a National organization AHS PTSA -> Fremont Council PTA -> Peralta District PTA -> CA PTA -> National PTA
4. What is my role and responsibilities as a member?
You may attend any PTSA association meeting. Your attendance is not mandatory, but members in attendance can participate and vote on what activities will be offered to students, parents and staff, and how the funds will be spent.
PTSA Association meetings are held on 1st Thursday of each month at 7:00 pm via zoom. Please check this website for up-to-date changes on dates. To become AHS PTSA member, please visit the membership page.