Frequently Asked Questions

• Do I have to volunteer as a PTA member?
  
  No, only if you would like to!
  
  
• Do I have to attend PTA meetings as a PTA member? 
  
  No, only if you would like to!
  
  
• Our school is Title 1. What does that mean? 
  
  A Title 1 school is a school that receives federal funding to support students from low-income families, aiming to improve their academic achievement and provide a high-quality education. How do schools qualify for Title 1 funding? Schools qualify for Title 1 funding based on the percentage of low-income students. Click for more info.
  
  
• Why are parents asked to donate money to the school? Doesn't IUSD have enough funds to provide our school? 
  
  

  The Irvine Unified School District is one of the highest performing districts in California but is one of the lowest funded in the state.

   

  To make up for this lack of state support, the Cypress Village PTA asks for donations. A donation to the Cypress Village PTA helps enhance our students' education by funding assemblies, field trips, enrichment programs, teacher supplies and more!