PTSA Clearinghouse

2012-2013 Officers

Programs of the BCS Parent-Teacher-Student Association

The central goals of our parent/BCS community support group are to increase student achievement, to promote the welfare of children and youth, to increase the level of parent involvement, and to enhance the communication process between the school and the BCS community.

At BCS, parents, students and staff join together to specialize in tasks that are essential for effective school governance. Our structure promotes effective coordination of efforts and the development of leadership opportunities. We encourage all parents to participate and volunteer at some level in an area of their interest and embrace any individual wishing to pursue a leadership role.

The BCS PTSA Clearinghouse is comprised of everyone in the BCS Community. The Clearinghouse meets monthly to provide an opportunity for the individual committees to review their activities with the larger community. Meetings also provide an open forum enabling parents and students to bring issues and concerns to the forefront. Both the Principal and Assistant Principal attend the meetings and are available to answer questions.

The Management Committee is comprised our elected officers - our Co-Chairs, Co-Treasurers, and Co-Secretaries - and the various Committee Chairs and Co-Chairs. The Management Committee is charged with making recommendations to the Clearinghouse on important matters including preparation of the annual budget and the development of procedural policies. The Management Committee meets bi-annually or as needed to meet its responsibilities. The PTSA Clearinghouse Co-Chairs meet with the Administration regularly to review and discuss the issues of the day.

PTSA Clearinghouse Committees

There are 14 standing PTSA Clearinghouse Committees. Generally these committees meet on a regular basis to address topics related to the specific needs of our school community. They undertake a variety of projects throughout the school year and offer our entire community a host of volunteer opportunities and options for involvement in school activities.  The PTSA menus list and link to each of our committee web pages.

Forms and Letters

Meetings and Budget

On occasion, PTSA will host "Lunch with the Principal" from 12:30pm-1:15 just before the PTSA meetings. These sessions provide an opportunity for any parent, guardian or committee member to participate in discussions with our Principals. It also provides a forum in which special presentations can be given by the school administration, staff members or community representatives on content that is helpful to the parent community. These events will be posted in advance.

PTSA 2013-2014 Proposed Budget [pdf 57 kb]

PTSA 2012-2013 Final Budget [pdf 60 kb]

PTSA 2011-2012 Final Budget [pdf 72 kb]

PTSA Bylaws approved Mar 21, 2011 [pdf 44 kb]