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Your generous contribution to the California State PTA will help us continue to develop and deliver top quality programs and services in support of all children and families.

California State PTA Seeks Student Leadership

Students are valuable members of the California State PTA Board of Managers. As full voting members, they share their perspectives on current issues, voice their concerns and provide insights during the meetings they attend. Volunteer service as a member on the board provides students with an opportunity to further develop leadership skills within the framework and organizational structure of the California State PTA.

California State PTA is now accepting applications for students to serve on our state board. Student board members must be a high school junior or senior in the 2022-2023 school year. Selected students would serve on the California State PTA Board of Managers from July 1, 2022, through June 30, 2023.

Students will not be responsible for paying for any travel expenses including transportation, lodging and meals, which will be covered by the California State PTA.

Applications are due March 15, 2023.

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If you have any questions, please contact Student Involvement Committee Chair, Abby Fellman at afellman@capta.org.

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Membership to PTA is as the local level, but you can also join Golden State PTA to support California State PTA scholarships and grants for volunteers and graduating high school seniors. For questions, email us at membership@capta.org.

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Our mission is to positively impact the lives of all children and families.

Advocacy Goals

Advocate to achieve justice for all children, youth and families to have their essential needs met.
Advocate for shared power and belonging for all children, youth and families to address the impacts of systemic and institutionalized injustice.
Advocate for a full and culturally responsive curriculum to meet the diverse needs of our student population.
Elevate the student voice to create an inclusive, positive and supportive school climate.
Promote physical and mental wellness beginning in early childhood.
Advocate for stable and sustainable public school resources to bring California within the top 10 states in per-pupil funding.

Organizational Goals

Build and sustain school communities where everyone feels welcome and valued by promoting, practicing, and embracing inclusiveness at all levels of PTA with a focus on diversity and equity.
Represent, inform, and mobilize members and the public to advocate for the protection, education, health, safety, and well-being of all children and youth.
Strengthen our voice for children, youth and families by rebuilding, retaining, and increasing membership.
Support and develop leaders.
Promote and build collaborative and inclusive family engagement to create positive outcomes for every child and youth.
Serve our members through relevant programs to honor our legacy of improving the lives of children, youth, and families.

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