Your PTA or PTO members usually do not "get it" the first time... or two... or three. The reason you are doing the fundraiser is important and should be "shouted from the rooftops" over and over again. You might find it hard to believe how long and loud you have to "get the word out" in order to get even a respectable number of PTA or PTO parents "in the know" on a particular point or event. Following are some guidelines to help you make sure that everyone knows what's up.

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