About the PAC & Guild
Our Mission Statement
All children deserve the best possible education filled with positive learning experience.
To that end, the Guild was established to provide volunteer and financial support to the principal and teachers of Abraham Lincoln Traditional School. The Guild strives to meet those needs in order to secure for all our children the highest advantage, in all areas of education, in a pleasant and supportive school environment.
What is the Guild?
- Non-profit / non-political 501(c)(3) organization
- Consists of volunteers, made up of parents and teachers, who coordinate fun activities throughout the year, which involves fundraising activities, as well as, staff appreciation, family fun events, and much more.
What does the Guild do?
- Promote School Social Interaction (Family Fun Events). See Events.
- Fundraising. See Fundraising.
- Spring Fling
- Book Fairs
- Dine Out Nights
- Other Programs: Grocery Store programs, American Furniture Warehouse, Box Tops. See Everyday Ways to Give.
What is the Parent Advisory Council (PAC)?
The PAC is a 10 member board made up A.L.T.S. parents and the school Principal:
- 3 officers elected yearly: President, Vice President, and Secretary, who oversee the PAC and the Guild
- 6 Board member positions elected for 2 year terms: made up of Parents/Guardians
- The school Principal
Officers are elected at the last Guild meeting of each school year by registered Guild members (made up of Parents and Teachers). Board members are also elected at the last Guild meeting of each year by any and all ALTS parents/guardians who are in attendance. All 3 officer positions and at least 2 board member positions open up each year.
What does the PAC do?
- Acts as a representative for the interest of all A.L.T.S. parents and students
- Includes the 5 parent members of Site Council
- Promotes the 4 cornerstones of A.L.T.S.
- Sharing ideas and concerns at our monthly meetings
- Recommend policy changes
- Help answer questions about dress code