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EDW PTO is a nonprofit corporation organized exclusively for charitable and educational purposes under section 501(c)3 of the Internal Revenue Code, or the corresponding section of any future federal tax code.
Purpose
Purpose
The Edwardsville Elementary PTO is a volunteer organization that brings together parents, teachers, and staff to support the educational environment at EDW.
Goals
Goals
Foster a strong school community through collaboration and communication.
Enhance educational experiences for students.
Provide financial resources and programs through fundraising and volunteer efforts.
Support teachers and staff in their endeavors to create a positive learning environment.
Who We Are
Who We Are
Any parent, teacher, school staff, or guardian of an EDW student interested in supporting the PTO may attend meetings. There are no dues required for membership.
Meetings
Meetings
Regular PTO meetings are held quarterly either in the EDW cafeteria or the multipurpose room.
September TBD @ 6:00pm
November TBD @ 6:00pm
February TBD @ 6:00pm
April TBD @ 6:00 pm (voting for 2026-2027 ( EBoard)
2026-2027 Executive Board
2026-2027 Executive Board
President: Amanda Burns
Secretary: Julie Thomas
Treasurer: Ashley Shepard
Event/ Volunteer Coordinators: Tiffany Manglos and Heather Soliz-Higbee
Fundraising
Fundraising
The driving force behind our financial sustainability
Responsible for planning, organizing, and executing fundraising activities.
Chaired by Fundraising Coordinator and Treasurer
Develop fundraising strategies: Identify potential donors, create fundraising campaigns, and determine the best methods for raising funds.
Manage fundraising events: Organize and oversee fundraising events.
Build donor relationships: Cultivate relationships with donors, maintain donor databases, and provide excellent donor stewardship.
Allocate funds: Determine how raised funds will be used to support the organization's mission.
Report on fundraising progress: Provide regular updates to the organization's board of directors or leadership team.
Volunteer
Volunteer
The bridge between leadership, the school, and our volunteers
Responsible for managing and optimizing volunteer efforts to ensure a smooth and rewarding volunteer experience.
Chaired by Volunteer Coordinator
Volunteer recruitment: Identifying potential volunteer sources, developing recruitment strategies, and attracting qualified volunteers.
Volunteer placement: Matching volunteers with appropriate roles and projects based on their skills, interests, and availability.
Volunteer scheduling: Creating and managing volunteer schedules to optimize efficiency and meet organizational needs.
Volunteer recognition: Acknowledging and appreciating volunteer contributions.
Volunteer communication: Maintaining open and effective communication with volunteers, providing regular updates, and addressing concerns.
Events/Hospitality
Events/Hospitality
The backbone of our events/activities
Responsible for planning, organizing, and executing events.
Chaired by Event Coordinator
Conceptualizing events: Determining the purpose, target audience, and overall theme.
Budgeting: Creating and managing the event's financial plan.
Logistics: Handling details such as venue, catering, equipment, and transportation.
Marketing and promotion: Creating awareness and generating interest in the event.
Volunteer management: Identifying volunteer needs and coordinating with Volunteer Coordinator to fill and assign tasks.
Evaluation: Assessing the event's success and gathering feedback for future improvements.
Communcations
Communcations
The voice ensuring our messages reaches our families and school staff
Responsible for developing and executing a communications strategy.
Chaired by Communications Coordinator and Secretary
Developing communication plans: Creating strategies to reach target audiences with key messages.
Creating content: Developing engaging content for websites, social media, newsletters, and other platforms.
Internal communications: Fostering open and effective communication within the organization.
Digital media management: Overseeing the organization's website, social media, and online presence.
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