What is the PTA?
The Parent Teacher Association at Qingdao No. 1 International School of Shandong Province (QISS) is a volunteer organization made up of all parents/guardians and staff at QISS.
Why does the PTA exist?
The PTA at QISS exists in order to provide positive support for educational excellence, while celebrating our cultural diversity and fostering a spirit of community.
What is the purpose of the PTA?
The purpose of the QISS PTA is to:
- Develop a closer connection between school and home by encouraging parent involvement.
- Enhance the educational experience by supporting academic and enrichment activities.
- Improve the environment at our school by providing volunteer and financial support.
Who are the members of the PTA and what do they do?
PTA General Members- All parents/guardians of enrolled students at QISS and staff are automatic members of the PTA. All general members are welcome to attend the quarterly PTA General Assembly meetings.
PTA Executive Board Members-The PTA Executive Board members meet once a month to discuss ongoing planning of social events, discuss issues raised by General PTA members and decide on enrichment requests. The inaugural PTA Executive Board has been selected by appointment and volunteer. Beginning in May of 2014, elections will determine the PTA Executive Board by the PTA General Members.
PTA Executive Board Members-The PTA Executive Board members meet once a month to discuss ongoing planning of social events, discuss issues raised by General PTA members and decide on enrichment requests. The inaugural PTA Executive Board has been selected by appointment and volunteer. Beginning in May of 2014, elections will determine the PTA Executive Board by the PTA General Members.
What is an enrichment request?
Teachers, staff and parents can apply to get a project/activity/item sponsored by the PTA by completing an Enrichment Request. The application form, guidelines for applying, and the request procedure are determined and reviewed by the PTA Executive Board.
The PTA seeks to support as many worthwhile activities it can reasonably support with its funds. This is consistent with the PTA’s existence: To provide positive support towards educational excellence, while celebrating our cultural diversity and fostering a spirit of community.
The PTA seeks to support as many worthwhile activities it can reasonably support with its funds. This is consistent with the PTA’s existence: To provide positive support towards educational excellence, while celebrating our cultural diversity and fostering a spirit of community.