parent-teacher association
nounUK /ˌpeə.rənt ˈtiː.tʃər əˌsəʊ.siˈeɪ.ʃən/
US /ˌper.ənt ˈtiː.tʃɚ əˌsoʊ.siˈeɪ.ʃən/
A group of parents and teachers who work together to help a school and its students.
The parent-teacher association raised money for new books in the library.
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2. A formal organization within a school that plans events and supports teachers.
She joined the parent-teacher association to help organize the school fair.
3. A meeting where parents and teachers discuss school matters.
The parent-teacher association meeting is on Thursday evening.
4. A group that gives parents a voice in school decisions.
The parent-teacher association spoke to the principal about playground safety.