Stay Connected – Join Our PTA Meetings!
Stay informed and involved by attending our PTA meetings. Meetings are a great way to connect with other parents, get updates, and share ideas.
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🗓 Upcoming PTA Meetings:
First Wednesday of every month
📍 Virtual (unless otherwise noted)
🕕 6:00–7:00 PM
2026-2027 Dates:
- October 7, virtual • November 4 • December 2 • February 1 • March 3 • April 7
Why Attend?
PTA meetings are the best way to:
- Hear updates directly from school leadership and committees
- Share your ideas and questions
- Meet other parents and caregivers
- Help shape programs, events, and priorities at Ainsworth
(All meetings are open to PTA members — join anytime!)
Bylaws and standing rules
Ainsworth PTA Standing Rules
Oregon PTA Unit Bylaws
Leadership Guide (Officer’s Manual)
Frequently Asked Questions
What happens at a PTA meeting?
PTA meetings are a great way to hear directly about what is going on at Ainsworth, as well as help contribute to decisions about PTA programs and events. The general agenda for a typical PTA meeting includes:
- Welcome
- Approval of minutes (from the last meeting)
- President’s and Treasurer’s report
- Committee updates
- New business and open discussion
- Announcements
- Adjournment
Can I bring up my own ideas or questions?
Absolutely! There’s time for new business at each meeting. You can also email ainsworthptainfo@gmail.com to add a topic to the agenda.
How do I get more involved in the PTA, even if I can’t attend the meetings?
Yes, read our Volunteer page or check News and Notes for updates.
What’s with the formal “motions” and “votes”?
That’s just Robert’s Rules of Order — a simple way to keep discussions organized and fair. Here’s a quick overview: Robert’s Rules Basics (National PTA’s Robert’s Rules of Order – the Basics write-up).