September 19, 2017

Is Your Child on Track? Use the PTA-NEA Family Guides to Find Out

National PTA, in partnership with the National Education Association, is pleased to announce the release of the updated PTA-NEA Family Guides. These guides help families navigate common topics related to improving student outcomes and engaging families in their child’s education.

Topics include Preparing Your Child for School, Making Sure Your Child Gets the Education they Deserve, Helping Your Child with Today’s Math and Testing at Your Child’s School. Visit PTA.org/FamilyGuides to see these and more!

7 New School Year Resolutions

Parents have two “New Years”—January 1 and the first day of school. The back-to-school season means it’s time for new clothes, backpacks and school supplies, but it’s also a time to reset priorities and establish new habits for a successful school year.

10 Study Habits Your Child Needs to Succeed

As a parent, you may ask, “What is the secret behind getting an A?” While having effective study skills may be overlooked on the academic journey, we’ve seen this be the tipping point in making good students into great students.

Our Children Magazine: Back-to-School Print Edition

Did you know that Our Children Magazine produces two print editions per year? It’s true! Our Fall 2017 Back-to-School edition includes articles on how to increase male engagement at your school, how to reduce stress when juggling your child’s various activities and more. Read it now.

Help National PTA #STOPCutsToClassrooms

Federal funding for public education programs has remained at 2% of the federal budget for decades, despite the increase in public school enrollment and the rising cost of education resources and services.

Tell Congress that our children deserve more than 2%. Sign our petition!

Become a Monthly Donor!

For 120 years, National PTA has been a powerful voice and advocate for all children.

Become a monthly donor and you can make a difference in the education, health and welfare of children across the country.

Click here for more info!

Sponsored Content

Win a Playground for Your School!

Does your school need a new playground?

Culturelle® Kids Probiotic, in its continued efforts to help keep kids healthy, is investing $100,000 to build a dream playground for a school in need. Enter now!

Fundraise at Chuck E. Cheese’s

Fundraise at Chuck E. Cheese’s and earn up to 20% of sales generated. Plus, Chuck E. will drop by your school or non-profit to promote it! Schedule today at ChuckECheese.com.

Free Test Prep for Your Students!

Success shouldn’t be determined by a student’s ability to afford an expensive test prep program. March2Success is a free, online course designed to improve student performance in school and on standardized tests in English, math and science. Learn more at March2Success.com.

National PTA Headquarters

1250 N. Pitt Street

Alexandria, Virginia 22314

PTA.org

Phone: (703) 518-1200

Toll Free: (800) 307-4782

Fax: (703) 836-0942

E-mail: [email protected]

1250 N. Pitt Street, Alexandria, VA 22314

PTA Parent 8.16.17

August 16, 2017

Take the #STOPCutsToClassrooms Social Media Challenge

62% of voters believe the federal government spends too little on public education (it accounts for just 2% of the budget).

Do you agree? Join National PTA in telling Congress to #STOPCutsToClassrooms.

Sign our petition, print out our official sign and challenge your friends to do the same!

To get the full instructions, visit PTA.org/StopCuts.

10-Day Countdown to School Readiness

Despite the best of intentions, reading and writing often take a back seat to other activities over the summer—speech-language pathologists working in schools often see a literacy lag as students return to the classroom. Don’t panic! Instead, plan to use the 10 days before school starts to get your child up to speed. Read more.

National PTA’s Parents’ Guides to Student Success

Whether they are just starting elementary school or are getting ready to graduate high school, every parent wants their child to have the knowledge they need to be successful in the future. However, sometimes it can be difficult to keep track of everything your child needs to know. That’s why National PTA created the Parents’ Guides to Student Success. Read more.

Anaphylaxis: How to Be Aware, Prepared and Ready to Respond

August is always a stressful time for parents sending their kids back to school, especially for parents of children with severe allergies. Anaphylaxis is a life-threatening allergic reaction resulting from exposure to allergens. Whether your child has a severe allergy or not, it is up to all of us to make sure that we keep schools as safe as possible for all children. Read more.

Go Back-to-School with USA TODAY

Get ready for the school year by checking out the USA TODAY Back to School Magazine.

Find everything from school supplies to creative snack ideas by visiting usat.ly/2uQjVco.

What Makes a Good ESSA Report Card?

Did you know that there are four different kinds of report cards? It’s true! Student, School, District and State Report Cards are required by ESSA, the new K-12 education law.

Watch this recorded webinar to learn how these report cards equip parents to make better decisions concerning their children’s educational opportunities and become more effective advocates. Watch now!

Become a Monthly Donor to National PTA!

For 120 years, National PTA has been a powerful voice and advocate for all children. Become a monthly donor and you can make a difference in the education, health and welfare of children across the country. For more info, visit PTA.org/MonthlyGift.

Sponsored Content

$1 Million Available from Tom’s of Maine for Green Classroom Projects

This back-to-school season, tell your school’s teachers how they can help kids learn about and care for the planet through the Tom’s of Maine Green Your School Fund.

$1 million is available to public schools nationwide—teachers can learn more and submit a project at GreenSchoolFund.com.

The Right Part-Time Job May Be Just Around the Corner

Flexible, part-time schedules. Family-like environment. Career growth and opportunities to earn additional income. Consider a career at H&R Block!

Learn more about the Income Tax Course and H&R Block at HRBlock.com/Class.

National PTA Headquarters

1250 N. Pitt Street

Alexandria, Virginia 22314

PTA.org

Phone: (703) 518-1200

Toll Free: (800) 307-4782

Fax: (703) 836-0942

E-mail: [email protected]

1250 N. Pitt Street, Alexandria, VA 22314

PTA Members Save with Google Express!

25% Off Costco, Whole Foods Market, Walgreens

and More with Google Express

25% Off Your First Order

(Up to $30 Savings)*

Shop all of your favorite stores—Costco, Whole Foods Market and more—without getting off the couch!

Get what you want delivered fast with Google Express,

an official Proud National PTA Sponsor.

Use this code at checkout:

PTAPOWER

Shop now at Google.com/Express

National PTA Headquarters

1250 N. Pitt Street

Alexandria, Virginia 22314

PTA.org

Phone: (703) 518-1200

Toll Free: (800) 307-4782

Fax: (703) 836-0942

E-mail: [email protected]

Disclosure: This e-newsletter contains sponsored content from third parties. National PTA does not endorse any commercial entity, product or service.

*Coupon expires 5/31/2017 and applies only to first purchase. Max discount per purchase is capped at $30. The coupon is limited to the first 1,000 coupon users per day. Gift cards, membership costs and shipping & service fees excluded. See terms and conditions at g.co/express/trial.

1250 N. Pitt Street, Alexandria, VA 22314

Category: National PTA Publications

December’s PTA Leadership Briefing

Saving Lives … Via Text Message?

PTA Parent – 9.19.17

PTA Parent 8.16.17

PTA Members Save with Google Express!