School support organizations are parent-staff-student associations, including but not limited to:

• Parent Teacher Associations (PTAs),
• Parent Teacher Student Associations (PTSAs),
• Parent Teacher Organizations (PTOs),
• and booster clubs. 

The term "school support organization" does not refer to loosely formed groups of parents or individuals that informally support classroom or student activities. School support organizations are not governed by the district; however, they must follow certain school district policies and procedures, especially when fundraising, renting district facilities, giving donations, or involving students. School support organizations are required to follow MSD policies 4120 & 4120P in order to be recognized by the district and school.

To be recognized as a school support organization, groups must:

1. Be approved by the building principal or superintendent/designee by submitting the School Support Application each school year.
2. In addition, groups should submit a copy of their updated Secretary of State certificate and current liability insurance with the application.
3. School support organizations are required to follow MSD policies 4120 & 4120P in order to be recognized by the district and school. Please review the policies and ensure all officers are familiar with them. 

Once this application is approved, the school support organization president will be notified and the group’s name will be posted on the district or school website as an approved school support organization.