JOIN THE PTA
Become a Member!
INCLUDES 2025 - 2026 YEAR
Expires September 30, 2026
$20 per first family member
$10 per additional family member
$15 per teacher / staff member
$10 per student member
We LOVE our volunteers, but being a PTA member does not mean you need to volunteer.
It simply means that you support PTA & all the ways we support our schools and students in Miller Place.
Will you join us in supporting our kids?
What does being a member mean?
MEMBER BENEFITS
NON-MEMBER
PTA MEMBER
Welcome to attend PTA events & fundraisers
Allowed to vote in election meetings
Receive discounted price for some events & merch
Ready to join the fun? Become a member today!
Membership Benefits
GRADES PRE-K TO 5
Cost for PTA events & merchandise*
DISCOUNT
FULL PRICE
6 Myths about joining the Pta
MYTH 1: Joining the PTA means I have to volunteer, so I don't have time to join the PTA
FACT: There will be opportunities to get involved, but if you can't, no pressure. Your smile & support will suffice! If you can't volunteer, please still consider becoming a member. You will have the satisfaction of knowing your financial support helps fund events & activities for the children throughout the school year!
MYTH 2: I have an idea but the PTA isn't interested
FACT: New ideas are always welcome! It's important to keep our PTA fresh & exciting. So please bring your creative ideas up at a meeting or contact us!
MYTH 3: My child's life will be the same whether or not I join the PTA
FACT: Not only does membership put you in direct communication with other parents & teachers, it shows your child that you are interested & invested in their educational experience.
MYTH 4: The PTA is only for teachers & stay-at-home parents with nothing else to do
FACT: Your fellow PTA members are community members from all walks of life whose commonality is wanting to support the kids & the school. Most are juggling bills, chores, kids, sports & homework, just like you! A strong PTA needs the support of moms, dads, family members, teachers, school staff & community members. Anyone who cares about children belongs in the PTA!
MYTH 5: The PTA already has all the help they need
FACT: The PTA always wants & always needs volunteers. If you choose to volunteer, you decide the time commitment...as much or as little as you want.
MYTH 6: PTA membership never expires, I only have to join once
FACT: Each new school year begins a new membership year. Your PTA membership will be good for the entire school year (until September 30).
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The number-one reason to join our PTA is for your child & ALL our children. Simply put, the more members who are a part of PTA, the more support our children will receive.
In addition, students do better when their families are involved at school. Grades are higher. Test scores rise. Self-esteem grows. Schools improve.
On a larger scale, your membership helps create a louder voice for state and national PTA, as they advocate & lobby for our children and schools.
No! We understand you're busy...joining doesn't mean you need to do anything. You aren’t required to be a volunteer or even attend meetings. If your schedule doesn't allow, no worries at all, we totally get it.
On the other hand, we’d welcome your participation / help / ideas if you do have the time & are eager to contribute!
We respect whatever level of involvement you want to have.
Any community member who believes they will be supportive of the PTA's mission to provide great opportunities for our students is encouraged to join the PTA, including:
• parents
• teachers / staff
• students
• homeschooling families
• any resident districted to Miller Place school district
The "student membership" category give parents the option to get their child more involved & prepare them for future leadership opportunities.
These students who are members will be encouraged to attend meetings along with their parents, and even vote on topics they’re capable of understanding per national PTA. They’ll get in the swing of things to prepare them for future opportunities such as being fully participatory members of the PTSA when they get to grade 6+, being on student government, and other leadership roles.
With that said, it’s completely optional. Parents can sign up for membership without their child, or add their child as a student member, entirely your choice!
Do I need to be a member to vote?
Yes, only members are permitted to vote (in elections & decisions).
Do I need to be a member for my child to attend PTA events / activities?
No. Your child will be welcomed at PTA events / activities regardless of whether or not your family joins the PTA as a paid member. As a non-member, you will pay the regular purchase price for each event you wish to attend.
If you'd like to receive the discounted members-only price for events, please sign up to become a member.
Do I need to be a member to participate in a PTA fundraiser?
No! All are welcome to participate in fundraisers, including those outside Miller Place.
Do I need to be a member to volunteer at events?
We may seek additional help at certain events. If you have interest in volunteering, please subscribe to updates to be notified about upcoming events & fundraisers.
From the total dollar amount of dues you pay per member, it is distributed in the following manner:
• $2.25 / member to National PTA
• $1.75 / member to NY State PTA
• The remaining goes directly to our grades Pre-K to 5 PTA:
• First family member: $16 / member
• Additional family member: $6 / member
• Student member: $6 / member
• Staff member: $11 / member
A PTA is the best of both worlds; We're locally run to best meet the needs of our community, while at the same time our regional, state & national PTA provides invaluable resources & advocates for children on governmental levels.
They provide guidance on running a non-profit organization, budget & expenditure creation, as well as audit processes. One of our priorities is the responsible & transparent financial usage of the hand-earned money you all generously contribute as a PTA member & event-attendant. This is one of the main reasons we've opted to structure our organization as a PTA, which allows us to take advantage of all the support & oversight the national/state/region PTA offer our community.
A few of many examples of how NY State PTA and National PTA support us include:
• PTA provides a network of support to members and unit leaders – through resources from the local, council, district, region, state PTA & National PTA
• PTA offers programs to increase family engagement in schools & support the educational success, health & wellbeing of all children
• PTA offers awards or grants to honor or support PTAs as they: engage families, support student success, improve the health and safety of students and families, increase access to arts education or celebrate advocacy & diversity
• PTA provides opportunity for leadership, service & personal growth
• Members receive benefits and discounts from state & national partners
Representation of the voice of parents like you through governmental advocacy work by our state & national PTA who fight for our students.
At a local level, we help you be informed & kept in the loop when it comes to your child's education.
More opportunities for students & families to build relationships outside the classroom.
When you attend our nostalgic events that bring you back to your own childhood, YOUR child will have the chance to create lifelong friendships.
Irreplaceable memories & bonding moments at fun events that you can attend by your child's side.
After all, kids have a way of always noticing the most important thing to them...who "shows up" for them on the daily. Will you be that person?
SUPPORT
YOUR CHILD
Why should you join the PTA?
CREATE CONNECTIONS
AMPLIFy
YOUR VOICE
Why should you join the PTA?
Our Miller Place PTA chapter works hand-in-hand with Suffolk Region PTA, NY State PTA & National PTA to offer: