Parent Teacher League (PTL)
What is PTL?
PTL is a community of parents, teachers and staff members with Gethsemane’s children at heart, coming together to fundraise, enhance communication and marshal our volunteer resources to positively impact, promote and support Gethsemane School’s mission and goals.
When do we meet?
PTL meets the second Monday of each month at 6:30 pm. Your children are welcome to attend; we have activities and snacks available for all ages! Everyone is welcome and encouraged to attend!
Why do we need a PTL?
PTL brings parents and teachers together to help create a comprehensive, satisfying educational experience for every student and a vibrant community that supports the work of the administration and teachers to raise up well-educated, servants of Christ in the world.
How do we accomplish our goals?
We sponsor fundraisers, events, and programs to support our goals. PTL will sponsor and host the following during the 2010-2011 school year:
- Back to School events—Spruce Up the School, School Calendar, Welcome Night
- Family Potlucks and Family Nights
- Oktoberfest
- Spring Craft and Bake Sale
- SCRIP card program
- Magazine sales
- Wendy’s and IHOP nights
- Concert support
- Staff recognition
- Fall and Spring Craft and Bake Sale
How does our work make a difference?
In past school years, PTL supported enhancements to the school facility and curriculum outside of the school’s operating budget, such as:
- Recess and physical education equipment
- Science lab supplies
- Classroom grants
- Pottery art unit
- Musical instruments and music
- Recess monitors
- Teacher workshops in differiented learning, math, science, reading, and more
- Accelerated Reader™ program
- Support for teachers' graduate school
- Curriculum development
- Interactive White Board
- School copier
- Redecorating teachers' lounge
