Parent-Teacher Association (PTA)

Belcher Elementary PTA is a partnership between parents and teachers for the education and well-being of your child. Our purpose, in common with the National PTA, is:

• To support and speak on behalf of children and youth in the schools, in the community and before governmental bodies and other organizations that make decisions affecting children.  
• To assist parents in developing the skills they need to raise and protect their children.
• To encourage parent and public involvement in the public schools of this nation.

Our PTA is involved in numerous activities for the students at our school. A partial list of what your Belcher PTA provides is below:

Classroom supplies Materials for the media center Schoolwide printing School grounds beautification Clinic supplies Stage productions Belcher Backyard Nature Center Fifth grade recognition/play DARE (Drug Abuse Resistance Education)

Physical education equipment Recreational Reading Program Parent Resource Library Reflections Program Technology Science Fair awards Staff Appreciation Week Student council Sunshine Fund

Become a member!
We would like to thank all the parents and faculty who have shown their interest in our children's education by becoming members of our Belcher Elementary PTA. You can become a member by simply placing $5 (or a check payable to Belcher Elementary PTA) in an envelope along with your name, your child/children's and his/her teacher's name(s). Bring it to school or simply send it in with your child.

School Advisory Council (SAC)
David Bean, Chairperson

The Belcher Elementary School Advisory Council (SAC) is a team of people representing various segments of the community: parents, teachers, students, administrators, support staff, business/industry people and other interested community members. The SAC is responsible for strategic planning for the school improvement plan and working jointly with the principal and staff after analyzing relevant data. The SAC determines the goals in the plan and how progress toward the goals will be measured.

Volunteers are Key to Success at Belcher!

Our volunteers include parents, business and professional people, retirees and college students. We have been fortunate to have the strong support of volunteers working with our students and staff as clinic, media center and classroom assistants, academic tutors, youth motivator/mentors and homeroom parents. In addition, PTA and SAC continue to support our efforts to achieve academic excellence.

At Belcher Elementary, you have an opportunity to have a positive impact on children's education. You select the time and day and type of service that is most convenient to your schedule. No experience is necessary. Training and assistance are provided. We encourage your participation and welcome your support. If you are interested in volunteering at our school, please contact Fran Harvey for further information.

All volunteers in Pinellas County must register with the school and will undergo a criminal background check.