The number one reason to join the Parent Teacher Association is to benefit your child.  In doing so, you also help Gill.  But there are many more advantages.  Here are just a few:

Get Connected

There is no better way to know what's happening in Gill and in the community.  Meetings features principal and district updates and legislative happenings affecting your child's education.

VOL NTEE

Did you notice "U R" missing? Yes, we need you to help continue the work of Gill PTA next school year. Our PTA is a powerful voice for all children, a relevant resource for families and communities, and a strong advocate for the education and well-being of every child. We are dedicated to promoting children’s educational success as well as physical and social well-being through strong parent, family, teacher and community involvement.

If you've ever attended Family Science Night, the February theme dance or the Spring Social, you have experienced the work of Gill PTA first hand. Did you also know that Gill PTA is also the sponsor of Math Pentathlon, Math Olympiads, WordMasters, Junior Great Books, Motor Moms & Dads, Family Reading Night, school assemblies, teacher grants and so much more? Just email this year's chair or officer to get started in volunteering.

For every Gill student, the PTA associates $50 towards events, activities, and equipment not covered by district resources.  In addiotion to financial support, we volunteer thousands of hours eaceh year.  Fundraising allows us to consider these activities.

Joining the PTA is one of the most important things you can do for your child’s education.  The mission of the PTA is "to support and speak on behalf of children and youth in the schools, in the community, and before governmental bodies and other organizations that make decisions affecting children; to assist parents in developing the skills they need to raise and protect their children; to encourage parent and public involvement in the public schools of this nation."¹

Getting Involved with our Goverment

As parents we have a daily impact on the lives of our children and school.  As citizens and community members we have the responsibility to be aware of local, state, and national issues and policies that affect our children and community.  It's difficult and time-consuming to be on top of every issue affecting education.  This page is intended to provide you information and links to key government and national resources that will assist you in your efforts to stay informed.  The web sites listed below also provide email and postal addresses for you to contact your government representatives.