McCook Elementary Parent-Teacher Organization (PTO)
The McCook Elementary Parent-Teacher Organization (PTO) has been an active group of parents and teachers at McCook Elementary for many years. Originally the group started with members from each of the elementary buildings prior to the installment of the current group when the new elementary building was opened in the Fall of 2005.
In 2003, the McCook Elementary PTO became affiliated with the McCook Community Foundation. This was an exciting change as it allowed the public to become more involved with activities at McCook Elementary. Their contributions now were able to not only help with projects, but were able to be tax deductible.
The major projects at McCook Elementary have become such an important part of
the daily activities at McCook Elementary. The parents and staff are very
appreciative of the contributions and support that the McCook Community
Foundation has given the organization along with the seemingly never-ending
support of the wonderful community of McCook.
2003 - New playground equipment was originally installed at East Ward Elementary thanks to parent/staff fundraising; support of the community; and support of the McCook Community Foundation.
2005 - Playground equipment was moved from East Ward Elementary to the new McCook Elementary Building & new rubberized safety wood chips were added along with the proper edging to keep the chips in place.
2007 - New sound system was installed in the Commons Area of McCook Elementary. This system is used for music programs; student assemblies; staff training; and parent informational meetings.
In the future the McCook Elementary PTO would like to install a marquee sign in front of the building that could scroll school events.