Explore our latest insights and updates on school fundraising and parent engagement.

PTA/PTO treasurer explains why investing in software will pay off in increased revenue

Why PTAs and PTOs Should View Communication Software as an Investment, Not an Expense

Learn why parent organizations should see engagement platforms like ClassroomParent as investments that drive fundraising, membership, and long-term sustainability.

The Fundraising Campaign enhancement is just one of many recently released

Significant Enhancements for Schools and Parent Organizations (July 2025)

A roundup of impactful new features in ClassroomParent, including public fundraising, opt-out enhancements, improved dashboards, and more.

Working parents may not feel included in parent organizations

Why Working Parents Feel Excluded from PTAs/PTOs (And How to Fix It)

Learn why working parents often feel left out of PTAs/PTOs and discover practical solutions for creating more inclusive parent organizations that welcome all parents regardless of work schedules.

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After School Enrichment Clubs – A PTO fundraising and community building enterprise

Learn how West Patent Elementary School's PTO runs successful after-school enrichment clubs that build community and raise funds. Discover tips for implementing similar programs at your school.

ClassroomParent provides lots of tools for 'Opt-In' schools

Schools where parents are required to 'Opt-In' to being included in a parent directory, or a service like ClassroomParent, need lots of specialized features to make things flow smoothly.

FERPA, Litigation, Parent Directories, and the Loss of Community

Explore how excessive FERPA caution affects parent communities in schools. Learn how ClassroomParent offers a balanced approach that respects privacy while fostering essential parent engagement and stronger school communities.

Parents use an all-in-one communication app

Simplify and Strengthen Parent Organization Operations with One All-In-One App

Discover how ClassroomParent simplifies PTO and PTA management by centralizing communication, fundraising, and volunteer coordination into one all-in-one app. Boost engagement, save time, and make a bigger impact in your school community!

Parent organization leadership transitions can be a struggle

How to Institutionalize Parent Organization Leadership Knowledge from Year to Year

Learn how to institutionalize leadership knowledge in parent organizations.

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7 Tips To Get Parents To Submit Permission Slips On Time

Discover seven strategies to improve permission slip completion rates.

Understanding Volunteers: Learn the 70/15/15 Rule For Success

Learn about the 70/15/15 rule for understanding and finding volunteers.

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School Event Planning Tips From Someone Who's Done It All

Get tips on school event planning from an experienced organizer.

Fixing Broken School Volunteer Programs: Insights & Solutions

Insights and solutions for fixing broken school volunteer programs.

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Solving School Fundraising Failures with Modern Strategies

Discover modern strategies to solve common school fundraising failures.

PTO parents help out at a field day at the school

The Power of Parent Organizations in Public Schools: Why PTAs and PTOs Matter

Discover the vital role of PTAs and PTOs in public schools. Learn how parent organizations support students, teachers, and communities through advocacy, fundraising, and engagement. Find out how you can get involved and make a difference in education.

Image of a cork board and a mobile phone with a school communication app

Why School-Parent Communication is Breaking Down (And How to Fix It)

The reality is simple: today's schools are struggling to keep parents in the loop. Whether you're a teacher trying to coordinate classroom volunteers or a parent missing important updates, communication challenges are affecting everyone in our education system.

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