• What is the PTA?

    PTA stands for Parent Teacher Association.  The mission of the PTA is to make every child’s potential a reality.
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  • Purpose

    • Powerful voice for all children.

    • Relevant resource for families and communities.

    • Strong advocate for the education and well-being of every child.

    • Serve as a type of forum where parents, teachers, administrators, and other concerned adults discuss ways to promote quality education, strive to expand the arts, encourage community involvement, and work for a healthy environment and safe neighborhoods.

  • Involvement

    • Join the PTA

    • Attend Meetings.

    • Volunteer to support PTA activities and projects

  • Importance

    • Regular updates on school activities and policies.

    • Access to teachers and administrators at your child's school.

    • Access to parents of other children at the school.

    • A forum to discuss concerns and problems at school.

    • If the problem needs attention from the state or national government, any local, district, or state PTA can bring the issue to the attention of the National PTA.

    • Access to resources on parenting, education, and more from the National PTA.

    • Appreciation from teachers for all your help.

    • Education about school policies, state funding, and other issues concerning your school.