What is PTA?
PTA stands for Parent Teacher Association. We are a branch of the Utah PTA. Click here to visit the Utah PTA site and find out more about what PTA is and why we have one!
Why should I join PTA?
More hands make less work! Our PTA sponsors many events throughout the year and we need volunteers to make it all happen. We have commissioners over each of our events so you don't have to plan and organize the whole thing! Don't have time to volunteer at the school? THAT'S OK! You can still help with your donations and support! Let us know how you can help!
You are just like many of our members. Being a member of our school PTA does not require volunteer hours. Being a PTA member keeps you in the loop of events going on at the school, allows you to have a say in our meetings and the events that we host at the school (even if you can't be there in person) and helps build a strong foundation of parents and teachers together for our school. The number of PTA members we have also increases our chances of getting grants and other opportunities for Oakcrest from the PTA at a state and national level. There are also many opportunites to help out from home.
How do I join PTA?
You can join our PTA by purchasing your membership online here or you can fill out a membership envelope at the school! Even grandparents can join our PTA! Feel free to contact one of our board members for more info!
Does it cost $ to join PTA?
Yes, we have a $8 membership fee. Part of this fee goes to pay our local and national dues to maintain good standing within the local and national councils. The rest of your membership fees goes towards events throughout the year!
How does the PTA pay for events/activities?
We depend on funds from:
our yearly fall fundraiser
memberships
donations from individuals and businesses
spirit nights at local restaurants
rewards from shopping; click below to find out more about how you can help our PTA just by doing your regular shopping at these places!
Amazon Smile - PTA Utah Congress Oakcrest Elementary PTA
GiveBacks - Oakcrest Elementary PTA - 6
What events/activities does the PTA sponsor at Oakcrest?
From funding the Great Artist program in our classrooms, to hosting Breakfast w. Books, family events, and ending the year with a fantastic field day, we love to provide as many opportunites as we can for Oakcrest students and their families to feel more connected with their school and community! Check out our Events page to see all our upcoming events for this school year and find out how you can help and join in the fun!