ABOUT US

What is the PTA?
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Most Elementary, Middle, and High schools in the USA have a Parent-Teacher Association (PTA).  A PTA is a registered non-profit organization that operates according to the PTA Bylaws.  The purpose is to provide the school added boosts in terms of human resources (parent volunteers), funds (for materials, supplies, field trips, etc.), curriculum enhancement programs, organize social events, and more.
​What are the 5 main areas of work of the PTA?
  1. Operations – Manages the PTA’s operational activities such as membership, directory, and communications.
  2. Community Affairs – Ensures that the Haycock community stays engaged and informed in matters that affects the community from without at the county, state, and national level.  Think FCPS Budget, School Board election, etc.  We also organize activities to give back to our community.
  3. Fundraising – Devise, organize, and implement campaigns, events, and activities to raise funds for the school, our programs & activities, and to cover operational costs.
  4. Social Events – Organize fun community building social events such as Movie Night, Skate Night, Heritage Night, and more.
  5. Curriculum Enhancement – Support and organize programs such as Art Appreciation, Science Olympiad and Junior Achievement programs, as well as after-school activities.
​​What You Can Do …
  • Volunteer!  Consider where your interests and time can help.  Every one of us can bring something special to our PTA, to Haycock, and to our children. 
  • Stay informed!  Our weekly PTA Haycock Hotsheet emails, our website and if you're on Facebook, our FB group.  These are the primary ways that we will communicate with you. ​​Not receiving the Hotsheet? Please submit your email on the Home page to join the distribution list.
  • Attend our monthly PTA meetings!  Hear guest speakers, discuss school activities, and meet other parents who are passionate about their child’s educational experience.  We have a wealth of information to share with each other to make this elementary school journey just a little bit easier!  We challenge each parent to try and attend at least one meeting this year.
  • Become a PTA member!  It’s a great way to support your child’s education.  Just click here.
And please don’t hesitate to approach or contact any of us on the Board and Committee Chairs with questions and ideas!!