PTAextra Magazine Autumn 2024 | Page 6

Autumn / Winter 2024

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Fancy winning £ 500 for your next disco ?
3 CEO letter
6 The loop
The latest news , top tips and stories from the wide world of PTAs , all in one place
GROWING YOUR IMPACT
8 Cashpot for Schools
Parentkind is teaming up with a top supermarket chain to raise millions for primary schools
10 No Cold Child
150,000 children will be without a warm coat this winter , but together we can make a difference
14 The ultimate PTA guide to discos with River Island
We ’ ve partnered with River Island to give you all the disco inspo you need , plus a very exciting competition ...
RUNNING YOUR PTA
16 This term
A quick-look calendar to see what the next few months have in store
19 Quick guide to risk assessments
One of the most important parts of planning events – keeping everyone safe
20 Modern day PTA : Social Media Manager
Our new termly feature on the different roles held in PTAs
22 Ask Clare
Our very own expert gives her no-nonsense answers to your biggest questions

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PTA Voices
PARENTKIND . ORG AUTUMN / WINTER 2024
24 How to : fundraise with fewer volunteers
The struggle for volunteers is real , but we ’ ve got you covered
27 What does a typical AGM look like ?
Is your first ever AGM coming up ? Here ' s what to expect
SUPPORTING YOUR SCHOOL
29 PTA voices
How do you strengthen the school community if parents don ’ t live nearby ? We spoke to the Friends of More House to find out how they do it
36 Christmas confessions
We asked you for stories about events gone wrong , and you did not disappoint !