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What is the PTA?
The Banyan Parent Teacher Association (PTA) is a volunteer group of parents, teachers, staff members, and friends who have the same mission: to partner together to support a thriving academic environment, provide programs that enrich their educational experience, including physical education, art, music and more. It serves four primary roles:
Volunteer coordination
Social/Community-building
Fostering communication within the Banyan community
Fundraising (to support our mission and goals)
Our goals are to:
build a healthy and nurturing school community;
cultivate a collaborative environment through effective communication;
enhance academic and enrichment programs; and
support classrooms through room parents and volunteers.
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Become a Member
Membership is extended to parents, teachers, extended family, friends and students! The cost is $10 per member. There is no obligation to attend meetings or volunteer.
Complete the your membership via:
Membership Benefits
As a member of California State PTA, you advocate for children, promote parent and family involvement in schools, and improve the lives of all children and families. Here are a few extra perks of membership available exclusively to PTA members:
California State PTA | Member Perks
National PTA | Member Benefit Providers