We are also looking to fill One (1) parent positions to sit on the SLT (School Leadership Team). The position is 2 year terms beginning 9/1/2026 through 6/30/2028. If you are interested in this position, please complete the form below. If you should have any questions or would like to nominate someone, please feel free to contact the PTA at PTA[email protected]. Please find the description of each position below.
President or Co-Presidents: The duties of the president shall include but are not limited to the following:
• Preside at all meetings of the Association
• Is an ex-officio member of all committees except the nominating committee
• Appoint Association committee chairpersons with the approval of the executive board
• Encourage meaningful participation in all parent and school activities
• Provide opportunities for members' leadership development
• Delegate responsibilities to members of the Association as needed
• Attend all regular meetings of the Presidents' Council
• Meet regularly with the executive board members
• Is a mandatory member of the School Leadership Team
• Plan the agendas for the general membership meetings
• Is one of the eligible signatories on checks
• Assist with the June transfer of Association records, including all pertinent user ID's and passwords, to the incoming executive board
*If the PTA President or Co-President is unable to attend Presidents' Council meetings, the President must transfer all voting rights to a designee of her/his choosing. Designees must be approved by vote of the membership. The results of the vote must be recorded in the minutes of the meeting.
*Co-presidents must determine who will serve on the SLT and who will attend President Council meetings.
Recording Secretary: The duties of the recording secretary shall include but are not limited to the following:
• Record minutes at all Association meetings
• Prepare notices, agendas, sign-in sheets and materials for distribution
• Prepare and read the minutes at Association meetings
• Distribute copies of the minutes for review and approval by the general membership
• Maintain the custody of the Association's records on school premises
• Incorporate all amendments into the bylaws
• Ensure that signed copies of the bylaws with the latest amendments are on file in the principal's office
• May be responsible for reviewing, maintaining and responding to all correspondence addressed to the Association
• Assist with the June transfer of Association records, including all pertinent user IDs and passwords, to the incoming executive board.
Treasurer or Co-Treasurers: The duties of the treasurer shall include but are not limited to the following:
• Responsible for all financial affairs and funds of the Association
• Maintain an updated record of all income and expenditures on school premises
• Is one of the signatories on checks
• Adhere to and implement all financial procedures established by the Association
• Prepare and present a written report of all transactions at every executive board and general membership meeting (which includes income, refunds, reimbursements and other expenditures, and opening and closing balances for the reporting period)
• Prepare the Association's interim and annual financial reports
• Make available all books and financial records for viewing by members upon request and for audit
• Assist with the June transfer of Association records, including all pertinent user IDs and passwords, to the incoming executive board.
School Leadership Team (SLT) - One (1) Parent Position (This position is a 2 year term)
The SLT consists of parents, teachers, administrators, and others who are responsible for setting the educational direction of a school. The role of the SLT is to develop the Comprehensive Educational Plan (CEP) and to ensure that it is aligned with the school-based budget. Your participation will also ensure that parents/ guardians’ voices are represented in important decisions that will impact teaching and learning in our school. This position is a 2 year term.
JHS 185 Elections Form