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Frequently Asked Questions

What is a PLC Day?

PLC stands for Professional Learning Communities, which are "school improvement models aimed at improving student learning for each individual student". Essentially, teachers meet regularly in groups (called PLCs) to focus on individual and overall student learning. The LPS website has more information on PLCs.

Elementary schools, including Maxey, dismiss early one day a month for PLC days. Usually, this is the last Tuesday of the month, but there are exceptions. (See the PTO Calendar for exact days.)

Student schedule for PLC Days:

Grades K-5:	Start at 9:00am	Dismiss at 2:18pm
ExCITE:	Not in session.

What is an Elementary Plan Day?

Elementary Plan Days are days where elementary students do not attend school. Teachers use Elementary Plan Days for planning, preparing lessons, etc. LPS Middle School and High School students generally attend school on these days. There are four Elementary Plan Days per year. (See the PTO Calendar for exact days.)

How do I Join the PTO?

See our Join the PTO page for more information on how to join.

Is the Maxey PTO a 501(c)(3) non-profit?

Yes. The Maxey PTO is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. Please consult your tax advisor to see if your donation to the PTO is tax deductible.

How can I stop receiving email from the PTO?

The Maxey PTO generally sends email only to individual PTO members and volunteers who have "opted in" by joining the PTO or signing up as a volunteer. If you are receiving unwanted emails from the Maxey PTO, please contact PTO President Mary Schleich (484-8312 or presidentmaxeyptoorg).

Other questions?

General questions about the PTO can usually be answered by the PTO President or a committee chair. Our contact page has information on how to contact these people.