GET INVOLVED
We are delighted that you’re interested in getting involved with the FMS PTO!
Everyone helping a little gets a lot done
Throughout the year, our PTO puts on several types of events – from simple hangouts after school to festive gatherings for the whole family – to engage our community and bring us all together. As always, our events are fueled by volunteer power! Interested? Send us an e-mail to get involved!
Why Should You Get Involved?
Benefits Your Child
Studies shows that children with involved parents tend to perform better in school, both academically and emotionally, and feel a sense of pride and support when they see their parents in their school life.
Creates Connections
It is more than just helping at events—it helps create a warm, inclusive environment where everyone feels welcome and valued. As you volunteer, you’ll connect with other families, form new friendships, and become an active part of the school’s heartbeat.
Sets The Example
Your participation will show your children the importance of community engagement, responsibilities and citizenship.
Growth opportunities
Volunteering offers a chance to build new skills, gain valuable experience, grow your network —all while making a meaningful contribution.
How Can You Help?
We have many ways for parents and families to help. Ongoing and flexible volunteer opportunities are available throughout the year for parents and families to help. Whatever your level of commitment, we are thrilled you are part of making the magic happen!
Everyone helping a little gets a lot done.
Afraid to commit? No worries, we’re all busy and most of us are working parents, so we understand you have other priorities. But we’d love to see you bring your diverse ideas and experiences to make an impact on our school community! You can even help us every time you go grocery shopping; find out how you can link your Smith’s Rewards and earn cash back for FMS PTO, it only takes a minute!
Chairperson
Each PTO event or activity is organized and led by a parent volunteer. Our events wouldn’t happen without the commitment of our parents who take on these roles!
We want you to feel empowered to contribute to PTO activities. As a chairperson, you are not alone in organizing an event—the PTO board members and event committee members are there to support.
Committee Member
Don’t have enough time to commit to being a Chairperson but still want to be hands-on in the planning and executing of an event? You can make an impact on any event by signing up as a member of an Event Committee.
Committees are organized and led by each individual Event Chairperson and works as a team to bring our community engaging events.
Task Volunteer
Only have an hour or two to spare? There are ongoing volunteer opportunities throughout the year with short time commitments. Volunteering for a task now and then for events and activities helps our events come to life!
We use Sign Up Genius for each PTO event, so look for school-wide e-mails or check out our Events page for upcoming event volunteer needs.
Interested in making a bigger impact in our school community?
Consider a Board Position
Help steer the ship by joining the PTO Board! Applications are accepted for vacant positions in the spring. Joining the board is a great way to positively influence the direction of PTO initiatives and events.