COFFEE WITH THE PTA PRESIDENT

Bring alllll your questions and your ideas -- or just stop by to say hi and enjoy a cup of coffee from Brewtiful Minds, the MST student-run coffee shop.

Check-in at the MST Front Office to get a visitor badge, and then meet us in the Teacher's Lounge for a chat with PTA President, Alexis Cass.

Plain coffee is on us...additional craft coffee drinks are available for purchase from Brewtiful Minds with cash or Venmo.

• Why does the PTA need so much money? 
• How does joining the PTA help our school?
• Do I have to volunteer if I become a member?
• What’s the difference between the PTA and the school administration?
• Who can join the PTA?
• Is PTA membership only for families with lots of time to volunteer?
• How much does it cost to join the PTA?
• Where does my membership money go?
• How do I sign up or renew?
• What are the benefits of being a PTA member?
• Can I attend meetings without being a member?
• How does the PTA decide what programs to fund?
• How can I suggest a new event or initiative?
• Why does the PTA fundraise, and what do the funds support?
• Where can I see the PTA budget?
• What volunteer opportunities are available?
• Are there small, one-time, or at-home volunteer options?
• How can I contact the PTA?
• How are decisions made — who gets a vote?
• How can I bring up concerns or ideas?
• How do I know what’s coming up?
• How do people become PTA board members?
• What roles exist on the board?
• When are elections held?
• Is the PTA inclusive of diverse cultures and languages?
• Are events accessible for all families?
• What does the PTA even do???