We are a group of Silver Mesa parents who want what is best for our school staff, teachers and students. We believe this can be achieved through a PTO. The district has a policy allowing parents a vote. We first must complete a Notice of Intent and petition and then we will be allowed a vote. This blog will help educate, inform and unite through this process. Keep updated on what is going on here. UPDATE: You should have received a ballot in the mail. If you didn't and want to vote, contact the district. We encourage everyone to study both organizations and vote for the group they believe best represents their ideals.


Monday, October 12, 2015

Worth it?

What are We Missing?  By Holly Hendrickson

The vast majority of parent-teacher groups in the U.S. are actually independents, rather than formally affiliated PTAs. 


Saturday, October 3, 2015

Key Difference

Key Difference by Holly Hendrickson, Silver Mesa Parent

One of the main differences between the PTA and a PTO is

Tuesday, September 29, 2015

Tuesday, September 22, 2015

What's going on...

Some parents at Silver Mesa elementary are interested in exploring the option of a PTO. Canyon's District didn't have a policy allowing parents to choose which group best fit their school. Now they do.

Thursday, September 17, 2015

District Policy

Quick review... Canyons District has a new policy. It is regarding parent support organizations. In the past it was very difficult,

Insurance

Every parent organization is required to have insurance. This insurance covers accidents at activities and