Celebrate Financial Literacy Month by Using College Savings Options
April 19, 2024
April is financial literacy month, a time to review good money management habits. One good habit, according to the National Association of Student Financial Aid Administrators, is to plan for big expe...
Unlocking Opportunities: Why You Should Attend the California State PTA Convention in Ontario
March 29, 2024
As a leader within the California State Parent Teacher Association (PTA), you’re already dedicated to enhancing the educational experience and well-being of children. Yet, there’s always r...
We are thrilled to provide a brief overview of some advocacy efforts that the Legislation Team has undertaken so far this term. One such effort was the work of a Legislative Study Committee that has...
Bringing Mental Health Out of the Shadows and Into the Spotlight
March 29, 2024
Twenty percent of youth ages 13-18 live with a mental health condition. PTA is working to reduce the stigma that surrounds mental illness by fostering communities where people with mental health condi...
Free Money for College and Career Training Available for Low-Income High School Seniors with CalKIDS
February 29, 2024
High school seniors are now preparing to start the next chapter in their lives, but some do not have a key piece of information that could help. Many students have money for college and career trainin...
March is Arts Education Month, and we’re diving into a world of creativity and imagination! Join us in celebrating the power of the arts in education with a month-long calendar packed with excit...
PTA members bring innovative services to our kids and schools each and every day. California State PTA wants to hear about your amazing accomplishments. PTA Unit/Council Spotlight Awards recognize suc...
This February, California State PTA is proud to join the nation in celebrating Black History Month. This annual observance is a time to honor the achievements, contributions, and history of African Am...
How Do I Handle a Missed Meeting or Missed Election Meeting?
February 28, 2024
One of the more important dates for all PTA units is the annual election meeting. This association meeting is where officers for the upcoming term will be elected. Your unit bylaws specify the date of...
Filling Out FAFSA? Remember to check your eligibility for free money for college from the State of California with CalKIDS
January 29, 2024
It’s that time of the year for high school seniors to prepare for college expenses by filling out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). This document is completed by almost 18 million ...
Creating an Inclusive Environment: Embracing Diversity in Our School Community
January 19, 2024
by the Family Engagement Commission When families, schools, and communities effectively work together as partners, family engagement is a powerful strategy that boosts student achievement and better p...
Greetings from your CAPTA Legislation Team! We are thrilled to provide an update on recent activities around the State Capitol, including the 2024-2025 Budget outlook for California, and a summary of...
Research shows that education in the arts improves student social-emotional well-being, keeps students in school, increases the graduation rate, boosts academic performance, and adds to students’ abil...
Graduating Senior Scholarship Applications Are Due Soon!
January 16, 2024
Do you know a student who might be interested in applying for one of California State PTA’s two Graduating High Senior scholarships? Now is the time to apply; the application deadline is February 1! ...
Nominating Committees Play a Vital Role in PTA’s Success!
December 5, 2023
It is time to think about electing the nominating committee to ensure a successful election for the coming term. election for the coming term. The nominating committee is a very important part of a P...
Building a Community of Belonging – A Crucial Step in Family Engagement
December 3, 2023
Standard 1 Welcome all families Article 1: Building a Community of Belonging – A Crucial Step in Family Engagement As parents, we play a vital role in our children’s education, and ...
Homework is one of the most debated topics of this century, discussed by students, parents, and educators. We all know that homework is vital for students to review the concepts they learn at school a...
LegCon2024 registration is now open. Join us and make a difference!
December 1, 2023
We’re inviting you to use your voice at the 2024 California State PTA Legislation Conference in Sacramento on January 22-23, 2024. Our annual trip to California’s state capitol is your opportunity to ...
Help spread the word about CalKIDS college savings accounts
December 1, 2023
Dream big. That’s the message at the heart of the California Kids Investment and Development Savings Program (CalKIDS). The program provides $2 billion in state funds for millions of California childr...
by Legislation Commission Many new laws were passed in 2023 that affect the lives of California’s children, youth, and families. Here are just some of them that were supported by California State PTA:...
PTA-Supported Legislation Protecting LGBTQ+ Youth Signed into Law by Governor Newsom
October 25, 2023
By Kathleen Fay, Director of Legislation National PTA and its constituent associations have long believed that every child deserves to go to school excited to learn, in a safe and nurturing environmen...
Email is a vital tool for conducting PTA business, but like many tools it can be misused and cause harm. Bad actors are using email as a way to transmit malware, ransomware, and phishing attacks, all ...
Climate change is one of the most pressing and complex issues that families and schools face today. Further, it’s an issue that California State PTA is committed to addressing. In recent years, deleg...
