School and PTM Constitutions

The constitution and/or bylaws of a school is a written guide for the governing of an organization or in this instance, the school board. These rules are best utilized when combined into a single instrument, usually called "bylaws." By having a single document called "bylaws," greater freedom is provided when revision is necessary.

Today it is a recommended practice, for it eliminates confusion for members when proposing amendments and "bylaws" carry the same protection to the school as does the constitution. A final consideration would be if the school applies for 501 (c)(3) status from the I.R.S. which requires a school to have a constitution and/or bylaws.

It is equally important for the parent/teacher organization to have a constitution or bylaws to give it cohesiveness as a body, to outline its functions, and to show how it is to interact with the school board and with the administrator.

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