We are writing as President of the Parent Advisory Council (PAC) at Besser Elementary and President of the Parent Teacher Organization (PTO) at Ella White Elementary in response to the recent suggestion in a Letter to the Editor that Alpena schools should “bring back PTAs.” In fact, parent groups are alive and well across the Alpena district.

Historically, all parent groups at all of the schools serve as a bridge between parents and the school. We organize fundraisers, coordinate volunteer efforts, and host a forum where parents’ voices can be heard. ALL schools have monthly meeting dates where all parents are welcome to attend and to join any committee that matches their interests. Committee involvement gives parents a real way to connect with staff, support students, and meet other fami

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