THE ELDREDGE PARENT-TEACHER GROUP, known as the PTG, is a non-profit organization that provides educational and recreational opportunities to the children of our school. The PTG meets on the third Wednesday of each month and is run entirely by parent volunteers. All parents are welcome to join and are encouraged to become involved in the various school-based activities planned throughout the year.

	BECOMING INVOLVED
	There are many ways to become involved. Parents are encouraged to volunteer in a variety of settings both in the classroom (assisting students and teachers) and behind the scenes. Volunteers can provide assistance in the following areas:

Classroom Tutoring Library Assistant Computer Lab Invent America  Student Council Advisor Sixth Grade Yearbook Art Appreciation School Store

	SPECIAL EVENTS
	A variety of Special Events are sponsored throughout the year which include:

After School Program Mother-Son Event  Father-Daughter Dance Reading Week Guest Speakers Earth Day Clean-Up Pasta Night

	FUNDRAISERS
	Fundraisers are held throughout the year to support our organization. Some fundraisers are:

The 20-Week Club Book Fairs Bake Sales Big G Boxtops

CO-PRESIDENTS:  Jane Leeds and Kathy Lewis
    Oversees all PTG activities during the year.  Keeps members informed of PTG information through monthly meetings and newsletter updates.

VICE-PRESIDENT: Kim Truipano
    Assists President when needed at meetings and during the year.  Is available to step in when President is not available..  Also responsible for PTG information board which is outside the main office.

TREASURER: Sharon Kurose
    Controls all money and billing during the year.  Provides updates of budget at monthly meetings.

SECRETARY: Cheri Moss
     Records minutes of monthly meetings.  Provides typed copy for publication in newsletter.

MEMBERSHIP: Michelle Verdi
     Eldredge PTG requests $10 from each family that would like to be a member.  Dues are kept track of by the person(s) holding this board position. Money is used for various PTG sponsored activities during the year.

VOLUNTEER COORDINATOR: Nancy Lamoriello
    There are many volunteer opportunities with varying degree of involvement.  The volunteer coordinator is responsible for locating volunteers to aide where teachers/administrators have requested.  Examples of these volunteer opportunities are:
     Library- both shelving and clerical assistance to librarian
     Classroom – teachers may ask Home Room Parent or Volunteer Coordinator for assistance in classroom