
You Can Help Make Memorial Amazing
Every parent and guardian at Memorial is a part of our community. Whether voting or volunteering, you help shape the quality of your child's elementary experience.
This page helps you find a path that works for you!
How To Get Involved

What Does Membership Make Possible?
Enrichment & Teacher Support
We fund vital programs not covered by the school budget, from the school garden and book fair to classroom supplies and grants that empower our teachers to create amazing learning experiences.
Community-Building Events
Membership help us host beloved events, like the Fall Festival, that build a strong, connected, and welcoming school community while supporting great education.
A Voice & A Vote
As a PTO member, you have a direct say. You can vote on our budget, help elect the PTO board, and share your ideas at meetings to help shape the future of our school support system.
How to Become a PTO Member
Ready to have a voice and a vote? Parents and community members are invited to join the Memorial Elementary PTO.​
​
It's an easy two-step process.
Step 1: Submit For Membership
​​
Use the form below to join our member list.
Once you submit, you will be registered in our database of community, family, and staff who are part of PTO.​
​
Step 2: Complete Registration By Paying Dues
​
To active membership, submit your annual dues in our secure online payment portal*.
​
​
​
*Prefer to pay with cash or check? No problem. Drop your $5 dues in a sealed envelope with the front office at school, labeled with your name and "PTO"
Once payment is received, your membership is active! We look forward to seeing you at our next open meeting.
How to Become a Volunteer
Want to help in your child's class, or get involved running school events with PTO?
To volunteer around students, Houston Independent School District requires you to register with their volunteers in public schools (VIPS) system. ​
Step 1: Get Registered
​​
It's a quick and easy process. You can do it online:
Follow the prompts to complete the VIPS registration and Raptor background check. You'll receive an email when registration is approved.
​
Step 2: Forward Your Volunteer Confirmation to PTO
​
Forward your VIPS confirmation email to:
volunteers@memorialpto.com
​
Please include your:
-
First & last name
-
Cell phone number
Step 3: Get Added to the Volunteer WhatsApp Group
Download WhatsApp, where you'll get an invite to the Memorial VIPS group.
Congratulations! You'll now be connected to upcoming opportunities and fellow volunteers. Get ready to make a difference.
​