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Join today by filling out the membership form and sending it,
along with payment, to the CKMS office.
Why Join the PTSA?
The number one reason to join the Parent Teacher Student Association is to benefit your child. In doing so, you
also help Chief Kanim Middle School. But there are many more PTSA advantages:
- Get Connected.
- There’s no better way to know what’s happening in your school.
- Receive a Student Directory.
- Joining PTSA is the only way to receive this valuable resource.
- Discover Great Resources.
- The PTSA offers a variety of programs designed for parents as well as students.
- Tap into a Network.
- PTSA functions are opportunities to meet other parents and teachers, building rapport and discussing issues
that are on your mind. You an share ideas, concerns, and experiences.
- Watch Yourself Grow.
- By volunteering with your PTSA, you put your skills and hobbies to use for a noble cause—your child and all
children in the community. However, you do not need to volunteer to become a member!
- Speak Up.
- PTSA can be a way for you to more effectively suggest change at your child’s school.
- Witness Improvement.
- By getting involved at your child’s school you’ll be part of the solution, helping make positive changes. Local
PTSAs play an important role in fundraising to provide building improvements, curriculum-based programs, and
social events.
- Be a Role Model.
- By becoming a PTSA member, you’ll be demonstrating to your child the importance you place on education.
- Enjoy Substantial Benefits.
- Individuals and local units can take advantage of a host of benefits from PTSA membership including discounts
and offers from member benefits providers and sponsors.
What is CKMS PTSA?
PTSA is the organized voice of CKMS families, teachers, and staff that brings extra enrichment
to every student at CKMS. We do this by:
- Granting several thousands of dollars in grant money to teachers to enrich classroom
learning
- Providing books to the library and classrooms during Book Fair
- Organizing events such as the Welcome BBQ, Staff Appreciation, Art Gallery, etc
Membership Benefits
- A copy of the CKMS 2010/11 Student Directory containing class lists, contact information, and much more! The
directory connects your family with teachers, staff members, and every child/family who provides PTSA with contact
information. This invaluable directory is available only to PTSA members.
- A unified voice of parents, teachers, and staff. Every member has a voice and vote at PTSA meetings in deciding
how PTSA can best advocate for all students.
- Organized fundraising capabilities, resulting in a richer educational experience for all students at CKMS.
- Support of and benefits from Snoqualmie Valley School District PTSA
Council, Washington State PTA, and
National PTA. In fact, almost all of your membership fee pays for child advocacy work at the local, state, and
national levels. Be sure to check out the state and national websites to see what benefits are available to
you!
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