Shereen Walter, California State PTA’s Director of Legislation, spoke at a press conference on Thursday July 2 in support of Proposition 15, also known as the Schools and Communities First ballot initiative or the “split-roll” initiative. The press conference was organized by the California Federation of Teachers (CFT) and the Schools and Communities First campaign. […]
California State PTA joins National PTA in supporting yesterday’s Supreme Court decision which blocks the repeal of the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program. California State PTA is committed to ensuring that all children – regardless of immigration status – are able to flourish in school, receive the healthcare they need, and live in safe and secure circumstances.
During California State PTA’s Statewide Association Meeting from June 9-11, delegates from across the state voted to adopt a timely resolution making a commitment to advocate for increased funding for and education about chronic disease and injury prevention.
National PTA applauds the U.S. Supreme Court for ruling that the administration cannot end the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program. National PTA has long believed that every child residing in the United States—regardless of their immigration status—has the right of access to a high-quality public education, adequate food and shelter, and basic health care services.
The California Department of Education and the National Equity Project are co-hosting a webinar on Thursday to allow middle school and high school age students from across the state to talk about how they are processing the unrest surrounding the death of George Floyd. They will also discuss practical solutions to institutional racism and implicit bias in public schools.
During California State PTA’s Statewide Association Meeting taking place June 9-11, delegates from across the state voted to adopt a resolution that expands our members’ commitment to advocate for better mental health education for students, more mental health services in schools, and additional state funding for mental health and wellness programs for children and youth.
During California State PTA’s Statewide Association Meeting, delegates from across the state voted to adopt a resolution to advocate for regulation of e-cigarettes and other “vaping” products, treatment for youth addicted to nicotine, and education of the public on the health effects of vaping.
California State PTA is encouraged by the comprehensive and clear guidance laid out in ‘Stronger Together: A Guidebook for the Safe Reopening of California’s Public Schools.’ PTA participates in the State Superintendent’s Task Force and we are pleased to see how much of the work has been incorporated into the final report.
State Superintendent of Public Instruction Tony Thurmond announced today that the California Department of Education (CDE) has released comprehensive guidance that will support public school leaders across the state as they work with their local health officers to plan for the safe reopening of campuses and classrooms this fall.