Welcome to the PTCA

The day your child joined the school, you became a member of the Parent Teacher Community Association (PTCA) at BCIS.  The PTCA is a non-profit organization consisting of all parents, teachers, and Board members of the school community.

Our aim is to promote and enhance the international character and values of the education offered at BCIS, and to forge a unified, vibrant, caring community in support of student education. Through close co-operation among the parents, staff, Board, and others associated with the school, the PTCA assists in developing and extending relationships with all.

Orientating to life after moving to a new country, new school, and often, a new language can be an overwhelming experience. Participating in PTCA activities is a great way to make new friends, share experiences, and learn about the community.

Our Activities

The PTCA helps to organize various events throughout the year such as the Welcome Party, Spring in the City fair, International Day, and various other social get-togethers.

The PTCA supports the school by assisting with voluntary help for sporting events and class excursions. The school’s International Day celebration relies on parent support for its world cuisine.  There is also hope to use the PTCA as a platform to reignite interest in an active “Class Parent” group, to support and mobilize teachers, students, and  families with various class related trips, social programs, and school events.

Fundraising is a part of PTCA activities. With that, we will endeavor to support various school and community charities/initiatives in an effort to give back to the community we live in, and to promote a sense of social responsibility in our children.  Student Council and individual students, class led initiatives, and teachers/management from elementary, middle, and high school, can apply to receive PTCA fund support.

The PTCA runs a store, which currently sells school clothing such as PE wear, school supplies, small gifts great for last minute birthday parties, books, ice cream, and other items. The PTCA welcomes suggestions for expanding its BCIS branded product line, as well as volunteers to help at the shop.

Wondering how to get involved?

There are many ways to get involved in the PTCA: Go to a PTCA monthly meeting held at the school. This is a great way to learn about new developments, and gives you the opportunity to contribute to the direction of the school. Join in on a social event, seek a position on the board, become a “Class Parent”, become a volunteer at a school or PTCA event, help out in the PTCA store, or join a committee.

We encourage all parents to become actively involved in the BCIS school life, with whatever time and contribution you can make, and share with their children this positive and memorable experience.

Please contact us at ptca@bcis.cn if you would like to be involved.