Supporting Arts Education through PTA’s School of Excellence Program
National PTA believes that all students deserve the opportunity to take part in high-quality arts programming. Through the National PTA School of Excellence program,…
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Plan Ahead for a Healthy School Year
Our kids are returning to school, but germs don’t have to. We’ve all learned just how important in-person learning is to our children’s academic…
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Thoughtful. Affirming. Trustworthy. Are You a Youth Champion?
A Growing Need for Youth Champions Driven by data that underscores rising rates of mental health stress and illness among youth and young adults,…
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Cutting Physical Education and Recess: Troubling Trends and How PTAs Can Help!
Since the 2001 passage of the No Child Left Behind Act, many schools have struggled to find ways to meet the act’s rigorous assessment…
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How Parents Can Support Teachers for their Child’s Back-to-School Success
As parents, you know how much of a team effort it is to raise a child–that includes partnership between educators in school and family…
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Tips to Grow Your PTA Membership
As you prepare for back-to-school, a new school year means new opportunities to grow your PTA. We talked to PTAs across the country that continue…
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Show Your PTA/PTSA’s Value and Grow Membership with the Reflections Program
National PTA has a long-standing commitment to arts education because of the important role the arts play in boosting children’s confidence and success. By…
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Meet the 2022-2023 Reflections Outstanding Interpretation Winners!
Last month, National PTA announced the national winners for the 2022-2023 Reflections program. From nearly 1,000 student submissions nationwide, a total of 223 original student…
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Four Tips for Parents Whose Children Learn Differently
One in five students struggle with learning and attention issues. So, if you suspect your child has a learning difference—such as difficulty focusing or…
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National PTA Reflections Virtual Showcase Highlights Young Artists and Family Members
On January 25, 2023, National PTA concluded the celebration of the 2021-2022 “I Will Change the World By…” Reflections year with the Reflections Student…
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