Pto
Welcome to the Mark Twain PTO
Mark Twain Elementary School has a very active Parent-Teacher Organization (PTO), whose goals include:
Fostering better understanding of the learning process through communication between parents/guardians and faculty
Helping to meet the needs of students through cooperation between family and school
Supporting the school through volunteer and financial assistance
Building community
Parents are welcome and encouraged to become an active part of the Twain family. All families are automatically members of the Mark Twain Elementary PTO. All parents are welcome to attend PTO meetings. They are held once a month during the school year. Please check the online calendar for time and location.
Members of the PTO include parents and guardians of Twain students, faculty members, and professional staff. There are many opportunities to volunteer, whatever your talents, interests, or time constraints.
The Mark Twain Elementary School PTO organizes many events throughout the year to further the enrichment and enjoyment of the Twain experience. Through volunteering for and attending these events, parents have the opportunity to form a deeper connection with the school and other parents. Ask any veteran Twain parent about how much the whole family looks forward to attending ALL of the events year after year!
It takes MANY volunteers and skill sets to put these events into motion. The PTO welcomes all parents to help with the planning. Is there an event that sounds like a good fit for you? Click the button to volunteer and we’ll put you in touch with the right person!
What does the pto fund?
Below is a partial list of the items purchased and supported in previous years with PTO donations and fundraising proceeds:
IB Dues and Expenses
PYP Teacher Training
Twain Teacher & Staff holiday gift cards
Facility expenses (grounds beautification, mulch for the flowerbeds, sprinkler repair, playground equipment, soccer goals)
Technology support (SmartBoards, computers, technology enhancements)
Benches
Library (replenish books, library supplies, in-house improvements)
Child Advocacy
Ancillary Teacher Support
Arts Enrichment
Classroom set-up Funds
Science Lab Funds
Grade Level Rep & VIPS Programs
Professional Growth Funds for Each Teacher
Curriculum Enrichment (Math and Science Night, Art Night, Name that Book, Student Leadership Team)
Teacher Appreciation Luncheons, Twain Staff meeting snacks and support
Teacher of the Year Gift Certificates
TCEA Conference
Yearbook
Twain Supplies (copiers, office supplies, etc.) to offset Principal costs