Why should I join the PTO?
Our annual budget is raised solely through membership dues. We urge all families with children attending the Weston Public Schools to join the PTO each year. Membership helps to support the many events and activities our volunteers help organize for each of the five schools in the district including parent education events and guest speakers, community outreach drives, teacher/staff appreciation events, and class and grade level activities fostering connection and community within the grade.
What does it mean to join the PTO? Am I required to go to meetings or volunteer?
There is no obligation to volunteer or attend meetings. One of the wonderful things about joining the PTO is that families decide how they wish to participate. Some families choose to volunteer on the board, in the classroom, or at events, while others choose to simply purchase a membership. We take great pride in the strength of our PTO and encourage you to learn more about our programs and get involved in any of the many volunteer opportunities that work with your interests and schedule.
What is the difference between the role of PTO vs. WEEFC?
Weston is fortunate to have two outstanding organizations dedicated to supporting our public schools: the Parent Teacher Organization (PTO) and the Weston Education Enrichment Fund Committee (WEEFC). While they share a common commitment to enhancing the educational experience for Weston students, each serves a distinct role.
The PTO is a volunteer network of parents that strengthens the connection between home and school, enhances communication, and fosters a strong sense of community throughout the district.
WEEFC, by contrast, is the fundraising arm of the school community. A subcommittee of the Weston School Committee, WEEFC raises tax-deductible donations from the community to fund enrichment opportunities across grades Pre-K–12.
How PTO and WEEFC Work Together
Although the PTO and WEEFC are separate organizations, they work closely together in many areas with the shared goal of supporting Weston Public Schools. For example, the PTO’s STEAM Committee identifies visiting artists, authors, scientists, and performers for students in grades Pre-K–12, and then submits those enrichment opportunities to WEEFC for grant funding.
How PTO and WEEFC Work Independently
While the PTO and WEEFC collaborate in many ways, many WEEFC-funded grants and events are developed independently of the PTO, just as the PTO sponsors numerous community-building programs and activities supported solely through PTO membership dues.
The PTO and WEEFC each play a distinct role in supporting Weston Public Schools. By focusing on their respective missions—WEEFC as the district’s enrichment fundraising organization and the PTO as its parent volunteer and community engagement organization—the two organizations work together to enhance the educational experience for all Weston students.
How do I sign up to volunteer?
