Local / State / National PTA Benefits
Resources
Obtain materials and practical information on a variety of topics of interest to parents and families.
Learn about important issues affecting the children and schools in your community.Networking Opportunities
Share concerns, ideas, and experiences with other parents and educators in the community.
Grow personally and professionally through leadership development opportunities and training.
Be a voice for your children-and all children-by communicating and partnering with school and community leaders on important issues.
Involvement
Support school activities and enhance your child's academic environment.
Learn about local and state legislation affecting education and health programs.
Take advantage of opportunities and programs offered by your state PTA and National PTA.
Growing Network of PTAs
Be a part of a statewide group of parents and educators all working on behalf of children.
Count on council- and/or district-level PTAs to provide added support for local PTA efforts and programs.
Connect with state PTA board members for speaking engagements, workshops, and advice.
Workshop and Training Opportunities
Take advantage of the workshops and training opportunities at state-sponsored orientation meetings, area conferences, and your state's annual PTA convention.Educational Materials and Publications
Obtain materials to assist in planning and managing the work of your local unit.
Find best practice ideas about what other PTAs are accomplishing around your state.
Gather information on leading education, health, safety, and legislative issues.
Awards and Honors
Receive statewide recognition of your PTA's accomplishments and unique programs.
Legislative Issues and Initiatives
Stay informed of current state and federal legislative issues being monitored by your state PTA and National PTA.
Learn how to be an advocate and a voice for children in your own community as well as at the state and federal levels.Advocacy
New link coming soon! Review the European PTA website for advocacy positions affecting Department of Defense schools in Europe since 1957.
A Strong Partnership
Benefit from the knowledge and support of a national leader in the fields of education, health, and safety issues affecting children and families.
Be part of an organization that unites over 6 million parents, educators, and community members in efforts to ensure the educational, social, and physical well-being of children and youth.
A National Resource
Access important resources on the National PTA website (www.pta.org).
Keep abreast of parenting trends, ideas, and issues affecting all children by subscribing to Our Children magazine.
A National Voice
Count on the National PTA's office in Washington, DC, the toll-free legislative hotline: (888) 4-ALL-KDS to provide information and analysis of federal legislative, judicial, and regulatory issues.
Get involved in programs and access resources created in partnership with leading national organizations, businesses, foundations, and governmental agencies.
National Recognition and Honors
Be recognized for outstanding programs and achievement in parent and community involvement.
Training & Professional Development
Build leadership and management skills by attending nationally sponsored workshops or the annual National PTA Convention and Exhibition