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ABOUT: PTF

What is Shannon Forest PTF?

The Parent Teacher Fellowship (PTF) at SFCS is a volunteer group of parents who work together to promote fellowship, fundraising opportunities, and support for SFCS administration and faculty.

How Do I Get Involved?
To begin with, support your PTF by joining. Membership forms are available online (see "Membership Application Form" below). After that, the easiest way to become involved is to fill out the Volunteer Form by checking the areas that interest you the most. Volunteer forms are available online as well (see "PTF Volunteer Form" below). Please always feel free to call the event Chair, Co-Chair, or Volunteer Coordinator with any questions regarding volunteer opportunities.

Can I Help if I Work Full Time or Still Have Young Children at Home?
There are many opportunities to help within PTF for all types of volunteers. The Volunteer Opportunities form lists many task oriented opportunities that provide specific time commitments so our volunteers know exactly when and how long a volunteer commitment will take and many can be done on your own time. PTF would like for every parent to have the opportunity to become involved.

Who Is The Board of SFCS PTF?
The PTF Board is comprised of the Executive Board (the officers of PTF) and the Committee Chairs and Co-chairs. The Executive Board consists of the President, Vice-President, Treasurer, Volunteer Coordinator and the Volunteer Coordinator co-chair. Current committee Chair and Co-Chair positions are as follows: Casseroles, Teacher Appreciation, Fall Family Fellowship, School Store, Wrapping Paper, Spring Fling, and Publicity. For a complete list of current board members, please refer to the PTF board list found in your summer packets or contact the school office for a copy.

JOIN THE CHARGE! JOIN PTF TODAY!

To date, 225 out of our 421 families have joined the fun. Our goal is still to hit that 100% participation mark. Membership forms are available in all school offices.

Join today!

There’s no better way to get involved in the life of our school than to join the SFCS Parent/Teacher Fellowship (PTF).  There are many differnet volunteer opportunities throughout the school year.  Volunteer forms are available online (see "PTF Volunteer Form" below).  Becoming a PTF Volunteer is a great way to meet people, have fun, and support the school!  If you have any questions, please contact Jo D. Bowers at jody.bowers@ge.com.

Our Goal Is 100% Participation of Our 421 Families!
How can I be considered for a PTF Board position? PTF Board positions are open to any parent whose child/children are enrolled in SFCS. No full time employees of SFCS or SFPC are eligible to hold office in PTF. If you wish to be considered for a board position, you can communicate your interest to any current member of the board. Those names are then submitted to the Nominating Committee for consideration. Are there other benefits to joining SFCS/PTF? Becoming involved in your child's school has endless rewards. Not only do you get an advanced knowledge on upcoming events and activities, but you develop lasting friendships with the other parents you serve with. Who benefits from PTF organized events and fundraisers? Events and fundraisers directly benefit our school. Our events benefit not only the students and faculty, but their families as well. These events provide a strong sense of community within the school and allow for Christian fellowship. All money raised through PTF fundraising efforts goes back to the school. Annually, PTF gives funds to provide our teachers with vouchers for classroom materials, funds for the Math Team and Mission Trips, and funds for fellowship opportunities such as Fall Family Fellowship, New Family events, and Spring Fling to name a few. Each year administration is asked to give PTF a list of needs for the school. PTF then votes to allocate additional excess funds according to these needs.

How Often Does the PTF Board Meet?
The PTF Board meets once a month during the school year and once in the summer. Special board meetings are called as necessary. Are there any meetings for parents to attend? The PTF Board holds one "open" board meeting each year. This year our "open" board meeting has not been scheduled for 2008/2009. This meeting is for parents who wish to attend and who have paid PTF Membership dues for the current year. This meeting is usually held in January to offer parents in membership the opportunity to become more involved in PTF led events for the Spring.

Mark Your Calendars For These PTF Board Meetings!
PTF Board Members should please mark their calendars for these upcoming meeting dates! All Meeting will take place at 8:10 am in Room 103B of the Lower School, Lower Level Meeting Room.

Friday, September 19th
Friday, October 10th
Friday, November 21st.

PTF Volunteer Opportunities
The PTF has an immediate need for volunteers in the following projects:

  • Casserole Sales
  • Monthly Teacher Snacks
  • Fall Family Fellowship
  • December Teacher’s Luncheon
  • Wrapping Paper

If you are interested in volunterring, please contact Jo D. Bowers at jody.bowers@ge.com

The PTF Don't Forget List!

Don't Forget...

  • to join PTF
  • to fill out PTF Volunteer Form
  • to bring in your Box Top For Education box top labels!


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