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.


Thursday, October 29, 2015

How would you spend $1,000?

How would you spend $1,000?
By Lynne Burns

The numbers tell a story:

How to change your address

If you want to have the opportunity to participate in the upcoming vote be sure your address is correct. The district will be mailing ballots to

Tuesday, October 27, 2015

OUR Parent Organization

Politics don't belong in our school!   Most people would probably say that politics aren't in our school, but they are.  The National PTA uses money that schools send them from membership dues to lobby, among other things. 

Monday, October 26, 2015

Margaret Mead

Maybe you already saw this, but the president of the Canyon's School District Board of Education sent out an e-mail with this quote:


Support

I just wanted to take a minute to say, "thank you"! I have received more support than

Thursday, October 22, 2015

Even Better

Even Better- by Carrie Tuttle

I think the Silver Mesa PTA ladies are doing a great job this year. But there is one thing that I think would make it even better...

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