Monthly archive for October 2016

Congratulations Castle Hills PTA!   ALEXANDRIA, Va., (Oct. 26, 2016)—National PTA and Amazon are pleased to award a classroom of Kindle e-readers to local PTAs and schools across the country for family engagement and literacy efforts. The donation of Kindle e-readers is part of the PTA Family Reading Experience, Powered by Kindle program an ongoing collaboration between National PTA and Amazon to encourage family reading, promote a love of literature and support student success. “Families play an essential role in helping children develop their literacy skills. And e-readers are a powerful tool to engage children in reading,” said Laura Bay,

This fall, President Barack Obama signed a Continuing Resolution (CR) into law that funds the government at its current level until Dec. 9. Funding the government through a CR does not account for the annual growth of our nation’s education system nor fund important programs that are included in the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA)—such as Statewide Family Engagement Centers (SFECs). Therefore, it is critical for Congress to come together to pass an omnibus appropriations bill that funds SFECs and invests in education programs in Fiscal Year 2017 (FY2017). We need your help reaching out to your members of Congress

Congratulations to Thurgood Marshall PTA in the Christina School District on achieving 100% teacher participation in the PTA! As the “T” in PTA,  teachers play a critical role in the lives of students.  A strong parent-teacher relationship is the cornerstone of supporting student success. When teachers and parents come together to support students,everyone wins. Marshall PTA credits their success in achieving 100% teacher participation to the support of the building principal Norman Kennedy. Research shows that successful units  regularly collaborate with school leadership to meet common goals. Marshall PTA leaders regularly attend state leadership trainings to keep current on best

State PTA President Dr. Terri Hodges and VP of Advocacy Yvonne Johnson Honored for Years of Service Alexandria, VA. (October 18, 2016) – National PTA is proud to announce Dr. Terri Hodges and Yvonne Johnson as the latest recipients of National PTA’s Life Achievement Award, the highest honor given to PTA members and leaders. The National PTA Life Achievement Award recognizes a person who lives out his or her commitment to children on a daily basis and tirelessly advocates for children’s education, health and well-being. Dr. Terri Hodges is currently serving her second term as President of the Delaware State

We are excited to tell you that DPTA will be awarding grants to local units that are in good standing (up to $500 per unit).  The total amount that will be granted for the 2016-17 school year is $5,000. Why??  DPTA wants to support units that are promoting PTA programs.  These programs are: Student and School Success (Family Engagement) (e.g., school events for families, advocacy) Health and Safety (e.g., after-prom, walk-a-thons) Arts in Education (e.g., Reflections, after school art program) Not sure what these programs are?  Information is at the top of the application.  Or log onto the National PTA Back-to-School

Delaware PTA, in partnership with the Delaware Department of Education, will host two free workshops on ESSA (Every Student Succeeds Act). These workshops are an additional forum for parents and teachers to learn more about ESSA, ask questions and provide feedback.  The workshop is open to all PTA parents, teachers and school administration. Dinner will be provided   RSVP TODAY   Meeting Agenda 5:30 – 6:00 pm.             Dinner and Registration 5:45 – 6:00 pm.             Welcome and Introductions 6:00 – 8:00pm               ESSA Overview, Measures of School Success, Reporting & Discussion groups Topic Overview   Workshop # 1: Tuesday October 18th Leisure Fitness Corporate Center 231 Executive Dr Newark, DE  1. General

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