Did you know that by joining the PTA, you’re participating in your kids’ education!
That’s right, we focus on what students need to be successful in their learning, including nutrition, health, school safety, physical fitness and general well-being. PTA works with schools to ensure that children succeed. We address issues that are important to parents and public school administrators. We fight for full funding, quality teachers, and capabilities for schools to thrive. Membership is open to everyone.
Some of PTA’s Benefits
- Leverage Volunteer Power
PTA organizes hard-working, dedicated volunteers. Parents are ready to help implement school improvement programs. - Improve Communication
PTAs keeps the entire school community informed of current events, issues, and accomplishments. Regular meetings allow PTAs to share information with members. - See Measurable Results
More than 85 research studies conducted over the past 30 years prove that kids do better when parents are involved. Grades are higher. Test scores improve. Attendance increases. - Discover More Dollars
Local PTAs are self-funding. By inviting the entire school’s parent community to join, they generate membership fees to pay for programs. Local PTA fundraisers support school programs, building improvements, and educational events. - Tap into Proven Programs
Local PTAs have access to ready-made, easy-to-use programs with proven success records. From health and safety topics, to collaborating with teachers and community members, to fundraising, the programs get results. - Boost Children’s Well-Being
PTAs focus on what students need to be successful in their learning, including nutrition, health, school safety, physical fitness and general well-being. PTA works with schools to ensure that children succeed. - Enjoy Informed Parents
Involved parents understand the challenges schools face and become part of the solution. By developing a closer relationship with parents, student achievement improves, and the school develops a positive reputation in the community. - Fulfill ESSA Obligations
Finally, PTAs can help schools fulfill the parent involvement requirement of the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA). PTA understands the needs behind ESSA. In fact, it’s National PTA’s definition of parent involvement that is used in ESSA.