By the California State PTA Membership Commission
A PTA membership is more than a sign-up—it’s a gift that creates real impact for students and families. Joining PTA means you are contributing to educational enhancements, providing opportunities for family engagement and strengthening programs at your local school. Membership also gives you the opportunity to attend and vote at Association meetings, meet like-minded parents, and build connections in your school community. You also become part of a larger force to advocate for children across the nation.
While joining your PTA does not require that you volunteer, people often find that by volunteering they gain a sense of personal fulfillment and self-growth. Volunteering, either as a member or leader, also helps you serve as a role model to your children and others. If you don’t have children in the school system, becoming a member can signify how much you value the importance of PTA’s work in the community. Your support is the greatest gift you can give to our future leaders.
Spotlight Awards
Don’t forget to apply for California State PTA’s Spotlight Awards. The Awards celebrate outstanding programs in Advocacy, Collaboration, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI), Environmental, Family Engagement, Membership and Outreach, Student Achievement and/or Engagement, and Leadership Development. It’s easy to apply and we want to hear about all the wonderful things your PTA units and councils are doing! The application deadline is January 16, 2026.
Visit our website at capta.org/spotlight-awards for more information.