More meeting restrictions and school closure extensions
So what does this mean for PTAs in Missouri? Missouri PTA realizes that many of our units and councils are
2020 Census – Important Information from National PTA
Click here for information from National PTA about the 2020 Census and it’s impact on children and families. Public Education
Message from Our MOPTA President
Hello Missouri PTA Members, Our 104th Annual State Convention scheduled for May 1-3, 2020 has been canceled as well as
Reflections Announcement
Missouri PTA is so proud of all of our State Reflections Award recipients! Recognizing the creative efforts of our Missouri
Tips for Parenting During Coronavirus Crisis
Every day, the Child Mind Institute publishes a video and social tile with a tip for supporting families through the
National PTA Frequently Asked Questions Regarding COVID-19
The outbreak of COVID-19 (Coronavirus) is a rapidly evolving public health situation. State and local PTAs must follow the direction
Missouri PTA Announcement
Hello Missouri PTA Members, In response to the health information and recommendations related to the coronavirus outbreak, many school districts
Child Mind Institute – Supporting Our Kids Through the COVID-19 Crisis
With more and more schools and workplaces closed and public life suspended, parents everywhere are wrestling with how to keep children
Information from Action for Healthy Kids and Active Schools
Action for Healthy Kids and Active Schools understands the challenges schools and parents are facing right now and the concerns
National PTA Honors Senator Lamar Alexander and Congresswoman Rosa DeLauro with Congressional Voice for Children Award
ALEXANDRIA, Va., (March 11, 2020)—National PTA is pleased to recognize Senator Lamar Alexander (R-TN) and Congresswoman Rosa DeLauro (D-CT) with
2019-2020 Reflections Awards Announcement
Missouri PTA is proud to announce 2019-2020 Reflections Award Winners! See the document below.
Membership March Madness
It’s Membership Madness!! Didn’t meet the deadline for Membership Awards? No worries, you can still earn recognition for your unit
National School Breakfast Week
Every March, the nation celebrates National School Breakfast Week, which was launched in 1989 to raise awareness of the availability of
JCDC Alert: SB581 Show Me a Brighter Future Scholarship Fund
Missouri PTA needs you to contact your Senator now and ask them to OPPOSE Vouchers! Missouri PTA is opposed to SB 581! Vouchers Bill SB
Missouri Education Roundtable – Statement of Concern
PTAs Nationwide to Encourage Family Engagement in Education During Take Your Family to School Week
PTAs across the country will host a variety of events and activities Feb. 16-23 to bring families into schools as
The 2020 Census: What Does it Mean for Children and Families?
Click here for information from National PTA about the 2020 Census and it’s impact on children and families. Public Education
President Trump’s Cuts to Public Education Harmful for Children
National PTA issued the following statement on President Donald Trump’s budget proposal for Fiscal Year 2021. The statement can be
PTA to Bring Communities Together Nationwide for a Better Internet
ALEXANDRIA, Va., (Feb. 11, 2020)—In celebration of Safer Internet Day, National PTA and PTAs across the country are bringing communities together
JC/DC ACTION ALERT: Vouchers & Charter School Expansion
Time sensitive action needed! Missouri PTA needs you contact your Senator now and ask them to OPPOSE Vouchers and Charter
National PTA Announces 2020 Slate of Candidates
The 2020 Nominating and Leadership Recruitment Committee (NLRC) is proud to announce the 2020 Slate of Candidates. Candidates are selected
National PTA and Life360 Team Up to Promote Family Safety in the Digital Age
National PTA is pleased to announce it has teamed up with Life360 to promote family safety in the digital age
JC/DC ACTION ALERT: SB 581 Voucher Tax Credits & “Scholarship” Program
Time sensitive action needed! Please contact your Senator now and ask them to OPPOSE SB581! Missouri PTA is opposed to
Missouri PTA Legislative Platform 2020
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Missouri PTA JC/DC ACTION ALERT HB 1568
HB 1568 defines “restraint” and “seclusion” and requires school districts to include a policy of prohibition on the use of
MO Legislature Watchlist – January 2020
Missouri PTA 2020-2022 Term Officer Nominees
The following individuals have been nominated for office for the 2020-2022 term of Missouri PTA. President-Elect
Reminder – Unit in Good Standing Requirements
Sunday, 12/1 is the deadline to be in good standing. Good standing is a requirement to participate in Reflections, apply
“Clear the Air” Youth Vaping Awareness Campaign
The Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE) joined Governor Parson, the Department of Health and Senior Services (DHSS), and
Preventing Suicide – Article from Child Mind Institute
Child Mind Institute Helping children when and where they need it most Many people are reluctant to talk about suicide,
2019-2021 Schools of Excellence
The following Missouri PTAs have been designated a 2019-2021 National PTA School of Excellence. Alexander Doniphan PTA, Liberty Barry Middle
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