The Texas PTA Honorary Life Membership Award is one of the highest PTA honors that may be bestowed to individuals for outstanding service to children and youth. Recipients are people who have contributed significantly to the development of the work of the PTA. Presentations of life memberships are made to publicly recognize individuals who have given in the interest of the young people of Texas. This honorary award is presented to individuals who have given outstanding service to and for the students of our school.

Recipients are awarded a certificate and token for their dedicated work and are exempt from paying the Texas PTA portion of dues for the Local PTA that awarded them. While the award recognizes their service, they must enroll in the Local PTA by paying local and National PTA dues to be considered an active member.

Key Aspects of a Lifetime Membership:

Honorary Recognition:

It is one of the highest forms of appreciation for individuals who have significantly contributed to the well-being of children and youth.
Awarded by Local PTAs:

Local PTA units purchase the award from the Texas PTA to honor volunteers who have demonstrated exceptional service to their school community.
Exempt from Texas PTA Dues:

Recipients are not required to pay the Texas PTA's annual dues to that specific PTA unit.
Requires Local and National Dues:

To be an active member, the honorary member must pay the local and National PTA dues to the Local PTA and be listed on their membership roster.
Does Not Grant Automatic Voting Rights:

An honorary life member does not automatically gain the right to vote or hold office in the PTA.
Valid for One Local PTA:

The exemption from Texas PTA dues applies to only one local PTA.

Texas PTA Lifetime Membership Award Winners 2025-2026

Skaggs Elementary PTA

We are proud to recognize our 2025–2026 Life Member Award recipients, whose dedication and service have made a lasting impact on the Skaggs community.

Pamela Bartel, our beloved Skaggs Elementary crossing guard, keeps our students and families safe each day with care, consistency, and a smile that brightens every morning and afternoon.
Kristen Johnston, our kindergarten teacher lead, nurtures our youngest learners with kindness, patience, and a true passion for helping children grow and thrive.
Patrick Schultz, founder of the Skaggs PTA Dad’s Club, has strengthened our school community through leadership, generosity, and a constant willingness to help wherever needed.

We are deeply grateful to Pamela, Kristen, and Patrick for all they do to support our students, families, and staff. Their commitment embodies the spirit of service that makes Skaggs such a special place.

Texas PTA Lifetime Membership Award Winners 2022-2023

Skaggs Elementary PTA

For the 2022-2023 school year the Skaggs PTA is proud to award this honor to Ilene Baumel, Jackie Edwards, and Christie James. We truly appreciate their dedication to our students and to the community.

Ilene Baumel, Jackie Edwards, and Christy James at the PISD Council of PTAs Lifetime Membership Banquet.

Volunteer

Time To Update Your Volunteer Credentials!

Starting July 1st!

Before you are able to volunteer at Skaggs, you MUST complete your volunteer application, online orientation (very quick) and criminal history check. It will take about a week before you are approved.

These three requirements must be completed annually to be eligible to volunteer in Plano ISD. All volunteers new and old must register with VOLY by creating a NEW account. Go to plano.voly.org and follow the directions. It only takes a few minutes!

And if you are interested in volunteering at Skaggs, we would love to welcome you to our amazing volunteer community. Email info@skaggspta.org to learn more about current opportunities.

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Join Skaggs PTA

Parents, students, family, and community—everyone has a role in supporting our school!

You don’t have to be a parent to make a difference—anyone can join the PTA and help fund the future of our Skaggs Stars.

PTA relies on your membership to fund programs, events, field trips, class parties, yearly student planners and much more. Getting a membership for every single member of your family not only helps PTA but your students. The more members we have the more fun activities PTA can provide.

The more members we have, the more we can do for our students. Join today and help us make this our best year yet—because Together, We Shine! ✨

**Please Note: Membership in PTA does not equate participation. If you would like to volunteer contact us at SkaggsElemPTA@gmail.com