Why PTA?
WHY PTA?
If people ask WHY PTA, what will be your answer? To market PTA, you must be familiar with what the organization has to offer.
PTA PROVIDES:
• guidance and resources based on expertise gained from working on behalf of young people;
• practical ideas on program planning to attract parents/guardians from varied life styles;
• creative assistance in dealing with local concerns;
• leadership development to promote individual development and strengthening of skills;
• timely information about federal and state legislation and how PTA can influence legislators;
and
• collective strength through people who care, who share concerns and help bring about solutions.
PTA IS UNIQUE BECAUSE IT:
• demonstrates how one person can make a difference by working with others and within the PTA network;
• has professional governance standards;
• reflects the professionalism of its volunteers;
• provides extensive training; and
• continues to be the strongest advocate in the state and nation for children, youth and families.
BENEFITS OF PTA INVOLVEMENT:
• provides an opportunity for individual involvement in all areas of the well-being of children and youth;
• helps one learn what is going on at school;
• recognizes the diversity of the people it serves; and
• demonstrates support for all children. PTA works for all children—everywhere! This broad base of operation establishes a voice that is heard and respected.