Board Basic Responsibilities - High functioning boards and board members do the following
1. Know PTA's mission and purpose use them to guide my behavior and decisions.
2. Possess a copy of and have read my unit's bylaws and standing rules.
3. Disclose conflicts of interest.
4. Keep confidential PTA's sensitive information and internal discussions.
5. Prepare for meetings by reading all pertinent documents prior to attending.
6. Attend All PTA and board meetings.
7. Prepare and submit require reports in a timely manner.
8. Actively participate in all PTA meetings.
9. Listen respectfully and consider all sides of an issue.
10. Help set and then monitor PTA's goals.
11. Play an active role in growing membership.
12. Read and understand financial reports and ensure my PTA stays within budget.
13. Advocate on behalf of PTA.
14. Contribute toward a positive public image of PTA.
15. Mentor and orient new board members.
16. Develop my own skills and avail myself of PTA trainings.
17. Actively participate in recruiting new board members.
18. Ensure my unit limits risk and is properly insured.
19. Ensure my unit complies with state PTA rules and files appropriate PTA reports, including reporting of PTA membership and office contact information.
20. Ensure my unit files appropriate IRS forms and state tax exempt and corporate forms.