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@NationalPTAs mission is to support all children and help them reach their full potential and #TheSmartTalk tool increases the depth and success of your digital safety conversation with your child and as a family.

Have you submitted your nomination for the 2024 Jan Harp Domene Award? If not, you still have time! Apply today and show us how your PTA exemplifies diversity and inclusion in your community: PTA.org/DiversityAward.

We were proud to award Washington State PTA our 2024 Outstanding State Advocate of the Year award. Congratulations @WashingtonPTA!

Next week is Public Schools Week! Mark your calendar to join us and watch and share this video featuring National PTA Executive Director Nathan Monell and leaders from other national education groups. bit.ly/3OPlaAm #PSW24 #PublicSchoolProud @LearningFirst

It’s Take Your Family to School Week! For over 127 years, PTA has been encouraging families to get more involved in their children’s education as it supports their success. Check out our resources at PTA.org/TYFTSW to help strengthen family engagement.

“Imagine a youth committee dedicated to making sure that not just every child’s potential becomes a reality but also EVERY child’s voice is heard," said Paul Wilson, National PTA Youth Committee #PTACon2022

.@NationalPTA joins letter and @USATODAY ad calling for action on gun violence prevention bit.ly/3NUB7Cg #EndGunViolence

Today on National Gun Violence Awareness Day, We #WearOrange to honor the more than 40K lives that are taken by gun violence each year, and the countless lives that are forever changed by this preventable crisis. Why do you wear orange? #EndGunViolence

More #Backpacknotes are coming to a podcast platform near you. Subscribe to our podcast to be the first to know when our new season launches next week PTA.org/Podcast.

Know an individual or a PTA whose advocacy efforts have successfully engaged and empowered families and communities? Have you successfully advocated to improve the lives of children and families? If so, submit a nomination form by April 5, 2022, at PTA.org/AdvocacyAwards

Our founders were women of vision and passion. They refused to accept the status quo 125 years ago, and so we must consider, what would they think of our work today? We won’t rest on our laurels—join us in our efforts to take their dreams into the future. #InternationalWomensDay

Happy 125th Anniversary!🎉 #PTATurns125 Today's Founders’ Day is exactly 125 days to our Annual Convention! We're asking all PTAs to register, plan and host a Day of Service event between Feb. 17 and June 30 in celebration of our 125th anniversary! pta.org/home/events/125th-an…

According to @BeALearningHero’s new #Parents2021 data, 92% of parents believe their child is at or above grade level, while 44% of teachers believe that students will be prepared for grade-level work.

DEADLINE EXTENDED to Monday, December 13th, 8:00 p.m. EST. ❗ ❗ Your PTA has more time to apply for grants available for STEM, digital safety and healthy lifestyles! Visit PTA.org/grants to apply.

Tune in to the @TODAYshow this morning! @NPTAPresident Anna King is there live for "Coronavirus and the Classroom Town Hall"

With the start of a new school year, earning National PTA’s School of Excellence designation can help your PTA attract new, action-oriented members who want to focus on the issues that affect our children the most. Enroll now at PTA.org/Excellence

5 Summer Tips to Start Your PTA School Year Strong onevoice.pta.org/5-summer-ti… Take advantage of the important opportunities summer provides for a jumpstart on the upcoming school year with these five helpful tips! @choosebooster