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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

Click on the date of the session(s) you wish to register for below I. ESSA Community Conversations 6 to 8 p.m., Tuesday, September 20at the CHEER Center, 546 South Bedford Street, Georgetown 10 a.m. to noon, Saturday, September 24at Christina Cultural Arts Center, 705 North Market Street, Wilmington 6 to 8 p.m., Tuesday, September 27at Bunker Hill Elementary School – 1070 Bunker Hill Road, Middletown 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., Thursday, September 29at the Collette Education Resource Center, 35 Commerce Way, Dover II. Monthly Membership Dues Due by Friday September 30 III. DPTA Fall Leadership Training – (dinner provided) 6:00-8:30 p.m., Thursday October 6th at

The Delaware Department of Education will host four community conversations this month to collect public input that will inform the first draft of the state’s plan under the new federal Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA). A second round of conversations is planned for later in the fall to receive feedback on the draft plan.   In December 2015, Congress reauthorized the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA), the main federal law governing public education. The Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) replaces the No Child Left Behind Act (NCLB).  As part of NCLB, Delaware is one of the 43 states operating

ALEXANDRIA, Va., (Sept. 16, 2016)—National PTA is pleased to announce the recipients of its 2016 Phoebe Apperson Hearst Awards—the highest honor presented by the association for innovation in family engagement. The honorees were recognized in a special Facebook Live event. This year’s recipients are: Phoebe Apperson Hearst Outstanding Family-School Partnership Award—Grafenwoehr Elementary School PTA (Dept. of Defense Education Activity School, Germany)  With over 100 new students, Grafenwoehr Elementary School PTA focused its efforts during the 2015-2016 school year on making sure all families felt welcomed, supported, engaged and connected to the PTA and school community. The PTA hosted several events

RSVP TODAY Thursday October 6, 2016 6:00 pm to 8:30 pm Cooke Elementary School 2025 Graves Rd.  Hockessin, DE 19707 Whether a new or returning leader, this required training has new information, more in-depth reviews of materials and roles & responsibilities of all unit leaders. Professional development is important for all organizations. As a national association, PTA has a wealth of information, tool kits and advocacy resources readily available to make your leadership year a huge success. Together, we just need to know what’s available, where to go for help and how to network at all levels. Developing Agenda: Welcome – 6:00 pm Mission/ Legal structure / the Association / new

The Delaware Department of Education invites members of the public to three input sessions, one in each county, to inform the state’s strategic plan for special education.  Attendees will be asked to frame their comments around the following two questions: What are the most critical challenges in the delivery of special education services within the State of Delaware?   When thinking about these challenges, what solutions do you think may solve these challenges?   Input will be recorded, reviewed, and used to inform the creation of the strategic plan.   The meetings are planned for: 4 to 5:30 p.m., Tuesday,

  During the last few weeks you have probably seen a lot of information and resources regarding the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) Our goal is to support and empower all families to be active participants in the state and local implementation of ESSA to ensure equity and opportunity for all students. We will be hosting an ESSA Workshop to help families understand the legislation and the implications for our students, teachers and schools here in Delaware. We will also discuss ways you can become involved!  Representatives from the Delaware Department of Education will be on hand to facilitate the conversations, get