Labor Day has come and gone and most of our students are back in school for the fall. The school year is filled with excitement and possibility for your PTA. Now is your chance to “Make a difference e...
National PTA Wins Award for Advocacy Efforts to Promote Family-School Partnerships
September 13, 2023
National PTA is being recognized for its efforts to use the power of the association to shift the narrative around parents’ rights on Capitol Hill towards meaningful family engagement. During th...
California State PTA is pleased to offer these grant & scholarship opportunities to you and your PTA. The application deadline is October 15, 2023. Don’t miss out! Here’s a quick rundown. PTA Prog...
Save the Date: California State PTA Convention 2024
August 5, 2023
Did you know that as president of your PTA, you and one other PTA officer from your school can be voting members at the annual meeting of the California State PTA? Part of your leadership role is to...
Unlock your child’s full summer potential with practical tips to prevent learning loss!
August 5, 2023
By California State PTA Education Commission This summer you may be wondering how to make the most of your child’s time while still supporting their education. Learning loss can occur when stude...
As your PTA develops its plans for the 2023-24 school year, it’s important for education administrators and PTA leaders to nurture PTA advocacy efforts together. PTA leaders understand that speaking...
By the California State PTA Leadership Services Commission As your local PTA starts to plan the year ahead, take some time to think about how to use meetings to both accomplish the business of the org...
PTA bylaws are the foundation of the organization. What officers you will elect, when you will have your meetings, how many voting members must be in meetings – even meeting notice requirements and bu...
If your PTA isn’t registered yet in the TOTEM electronic membership system, now is the time to get onboard! You can set up the e-membership account from home – it’s easy, quick and free – all yo...
The first months as a new PTA leader may seem overwhelming, but California State PTA is here to help! A lot needs to be done to get things up and running. This list will help you figure out when and ...
National Standards for Family-School Partnerships Standard 4- Speaking Up For Every Child
June 16, 2023
by Colleen Hervey, Family Engagement Commissioner “Every Child, One Voice.” That is the foundation for the work of PTA. Parents want what’s best for their children but may not always have the knowled...
Meet the Incoming, 2023-25 California State PTA Board of Directors
June 14, 2023
Incoming California State PTA President – 2023-25 Term Shereen Walter, Fourth District PTA Shereen has been involved with PTA for over 20 years, becoming involved for the same reason many parent...
by California State PTA Leadership Services Commission Your local PTA elections are over, your new board is ready to take up their roles, but wait… Despite your best efforts, and those of your nomina...
Tips for Making Sure Family Engagement Includes the Whole Family
June 9, 2023
by Kathleen Fay, Family Engagement Commission Consultant Research shows that students succeed better when the entire family plays an active role at school. That includes joining and being active in PT...
by Leadership Services Commission The end of this school year is in sight. That makes it an ideal time for next year’s PTA officers to start planning in earnest. You may already have great ideas for t...
School Research Resources Online: California provides access for all
May 16, 2023
by Guest Author: Mary Beth Barber, California State Library Every parent has faced it: the research paper. The first report and bibliography are introduced in fourth or fifth grade, and the assignment...
by California State PTA Communications Commission As a PTA leader, you know the importance of effective communication with your members, parents, and the broader school community. One powerful tool t...
Expert Tips For Raising and Educating Digital Citizens
May 11, 2023
by California State PTA Communications Commission Our children are growing up in a rapidly-changing digital world. How do we make sure they’re safe and at the same time give them the skills they need ...
by California State PTA Family Engagement Commission Parents work hard to create good humans. We feed our children not only for them to survive but to make sure they get good nutrition so their brain...
by California State PTA Membership Services Commission Join us at the Convention! Celebrate PTA Membership & Programs The members of the Membership Services Commission are the people who have been...
by California State PTA Family Engagement Commission The Family Engagement Commission is excited to share the workshops we will be presenting at the 2023 California State PTA Convention in Sacramento,...
by Sponsored content from Cheddar Up Cheddar Up began as a payment platform geared for groups — specifically PTAs like yours. But over the years, users have discovered another ideal use: event managem...
by California State PTA Leadership Services Commission It’s that time of year – time to show appreciation to teachers and other school staff. They are working harder than ever and are worthy of recogn...
Families Need to Understand the Risks of Fentanyl for Children
April 17, 2023
by California State PTA Health and Community Concerns Commission As a parent, guardian or family member, you likely take steps to make sure your children take medications safely and under your watchfu...
By Laura Ann Hawk-Loya, California State PTA Treasurer Your bylaws currently state that you should be conducting twice yearly reviews of your financial records. This may change soon based on an amendm...
Mental Health is part of the California Health Curriculum
March 14, 2023
by California State PTA Health and Community Concerns Commission More middle and high schools throughout California should be receiving mental health information in their health curriculum. Thanks to ...
Learn more about the Resolutions at the 2023 Convention
March 14, 2023
Convention delegates will have the opportunity to vote on four resolutions at this year’s 2023 California State PTA Convention in Sacramento! One of these is an update to one of our oldest resolutions...
Donated Items and Giving Donations to Those in Need
March 14, 2023
by Leadership Services Commission Donations, Fundraising, Disasters and Taxes–what’s a PTA to do? Knowing how to handle donations your PTA receives and perhaps some they want to make can be confusing...
Applications for the 2023-25 California State PTA Board of Managers Now Open!
March 7, 2023
by California State PTA Would you like to serve on the 2023-25 California State PTA Board of Managers? Be part of the nation’s largest volunteer child advocacy association working to improve the...
Celebrate Arts in Education Month in March – An Education without the ARTS is Incomplete!
March 6, 2023
by Arts Education Committee In PTA we believe that arts education is a student right! It is our responsibility to continue to advocate for comprehensive, accessible arts education in your schools and ...
