Welcome to the Indian Creek School Parent Teacher Organization (PTO)!
The PTO is a volunteer organization dedicated to the successful education of our children. We work hard to create a warm, welcoming, and inclusive community to help make the school year both enjoyable and exciting for students, teachers, and parents.
The purpose of our organization is to support the curricular and extracurricular activities of the school; to promote communication between the administration and parents; and to encourage ICS school pride and spirit.
The PTO Goals for the school year are:
Every parent of an Indian Creek student is a member of the PTO. To fulfill our purpose, mission, and goals, the PTO has many events throughout the year, including fundraising, parent education, teacher/staff appreciation, and community-building events.
The purpose of our organization is to support the curricular and extracurricular activities of the school; to promote communication between the administration and parents; and to encourage ICS school pride and spirit.
The PTO Goals for the school year are:
- Develop creative ways to build community with parents, teachers, and students
- Foster unity and inclusion in our school community
- Champion and advocate for ICS's ideals, goals, and strategies
- Ensure continuity and succession within the PTO structure in order to support our mission
Every parent of an Indian Creek student is a member of the PTO. To fulfill our purpose, mission, and goals, the PTO has many events throughout the year, including fundraising, parent education, teacher/staff appreciation, and community-building events.
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The ICS Center for Community & Well-Being has planned a series of parent education events for the 20
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The ICS Center for Community & Well-Being, in collaboration with the PTO, has planned a series of parent education events for the 2025-26 school year which address topics that may be of interest to parents of students from Pre-K through grade 12. To appeal to a broad range of schedules and interests, this year’s programming includes podcasts, lectures, book club discussions, and a theater talk-back.
WHATS GOING ON WITH BOYS?!?
A Conversation with Educator David Panush
THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 26, 7:00 - 8:00 p.m
We'll learn about what the latest trends and data are showing in terms of how boys are doing in education and in their mental health, including the latest on how boys are spending their time online. Spoiler alert: it may be worse than you think. We will also talk about what research has shown works best for teaching, supporting, and connecting with boys and provide some tools for helping boys find more balance and health in their online lives. Lastly, we’ll spend time discussing your concerns and questions. Our aim is for you to leave this evening with information, support, and resources.
David Panush is the Director of Innovative Learning and Technology at the Edmund Burke School, a progressive independent school in Washington, DC. Previously, he served as the Associate Academic Dean and the Head Coach of Cross Country and Track & Field. He is also the scheduler, a psychology teacher, an advisor, and a facilitator for the Burke Boys affinity group. David has presented and facilitated at numerous conferences, including the NAIS Annual Conference, the AIMS Boys Summit, and the ATLIS Annual Conference, and has been published in Independent School Magazine. Drawing on 28 years of experience, David has recently been focusing on the experiences of boys and how all our children can lead healthier digital lives.
THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 26, 7:00 - 8:00 p.m
We'll learn about what the latest trends and data are showing in terms of how boys are doing in education and in their mental health, including the latest on how boys are spending their time online. Spoiler alert: it may be worse than you think. We will also talk about what research has shown works best for teaching, supporting, and connecting with boys and provide some tools for helping boys find more balance and health in their online lives. Lastly, we’ll spend time discussing your concerns and questions. Our aim is for you to leave this evening with information, support, and resources.
David Panush is the Director of Innovative Learning and Technology at the Edmund Burke School, a progressive independent school in Washington, DC. Previously, he served as the Associate Academic Dean and the Head Coach of Cross Country and Track & Field. He is also the scheduler, a psychology teacher, an advisor, and a facilitator for the Burke Boys affinity group. David has presented and facilitated at numerous conferences, including the NAIS Annual Conference, the AIMS Boys Summit, and the ATLIS Annual Conference, and has been published in Independent School Magazine. Drawing on 28 years of experience, David has recently been focusing on the experiences of boys and how all our children can lead healthier digital lives.
David Panush
Queen Bees & Wannabes Book Discussion & Talk-Back
Book Discussion & Talk-Back with the Directors & Cast of Indian Creek’s “Mean Girls”
TUESDAY, APRIL 21, 6:00 - 7:30 P.m. - Book Discussion & Sneak Peek
SATURDAY, APRIL 25, 3:00 - 5:30 p.m. - Performance & Talk-Back
In collaboration with the Upper School musical production of “Mean Girls,” parents are invited to read the classic parenting book that inspired the musical - Queen Bees & Wannabes by Rosalind Wiseman. This edition has been updated with new material on gender expression, cancel culture, social media, and bullying based on feedback from today's teenagers. This event will take place in two parts.
Tuesday, April 21, 6:00 - 7:30 p.m.: Join us for a visit with the Directors and cast members from Mean Girls, followed by a book club discussion moderated by members of the ICS Center for Community & Well-Being, and a “sneak peek” of the Mean Girls dress rehearsal.
Saturday, April 25, 3:00 - 5:30 p.m.: Come enjoy the entertaining - and insightful - production of Mean Girls and stay for a talk-back with the cast and crew following the show.
Parent Volunteer Opportunities
There are lots of opportunities for ICS parents to get involved throughout the school year. We would love to see each family to participate as much as you are interested/able. No matter where your interests lie, there is a way to get involved! Some options include:
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- Creek Connections Parent Social
- Early Childhood Family Picnic
- ICS Golf Tournament
- Volunteer at the Maryland Renaissance Festival to support ICS
- ICS Community Garden
- Faculty & Staff appreciation weeks
- Parent Book Club
- CREEKfest
- Creek 5K
- Gala
Upcoming Events
Indian Creek School
Indian Creek school is a co-educational, college preparatory independent school, located in Crownsville, Maryland. Students in Pre-K3 through grade 12 receive a vibrant educational experience based on excellent academics steeped in strong student-teacher connections.
