parent-teacher group
nounUK /ˈpeə.rənt ˈtiː.tʃə ɡruːp/
US /ˈper.ənt ˈtiː.tʃɚ ɡruːp/
A group where parents and teachers meet and work together to help the school and the kids.
My mom goes to the parent-teacher group meeting every month.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. A local branch of a national organization that supports schools.
Our parent-teacher group joined the national association last year.
3. A gathering of parents and teachers to plan school events.
The parent-teacher group is organizing the spring fair.
4. A group that raises money for classroom supplies and activities.
Thanks to the parent-teacher group, we got new books for the library.
5. A way for families to share ideas and concerns with the school.
She brought up the bus schedule at the parent-teacher group.