It’s GRANTS season, but not for long! See what grants are currently available, what important due dates and events are coming up, and more in the October newsletter.
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September 1, 2023 Newsletter
August News: Fall Training on August 28th and More
Hey there PTA leaders, The start of a new school year is around the corner. Are you ready? Read about upcoming [in person] Fall Training on Monday, August 28th, and more in today’s newsletter. Link to full newsletter => https://conta.cc/3rROU6E The Start of School is Around the Corner Are you ready? Fall Leadership TrainingContinue reading “August News: Fall Training on August 28th and More”
Get In on Reflections!
Reflections is an art appreciation PTA program that lets students, families, schools, and communities come together to support the arts. This 50+ year-old, program helps youth explore their own thoughts, feelings, and ideas, develop artistic literacy, increase confidence, and find a love for learning that will help them become more successful in school and in life. ToContinue reading “Get In on Reflections!”
A New PTA Term Starts Today
See July 1, 2023 newsletter A New PTA Term Starts Today Get off to a great start We’re excited for the year ahead BUT FIRST, HEARTFELT APPRECIATIONS Dear 2022-23 PTA Leaders, Your dedication and commitment has made a positive impact on your community, and you have inspired others to follow in yourContinue reading “A New PTA Term Starts Today”
June 3 Training Workshop Descriptions
Spaces are filling up fast so be sure to reserve your spot by May 25th (extended from May 22nd) for an optimal experience. Link to register: https://forms.gle/EWq27HNqoZaQSTao8
June 3 Annual Training Saturday, June 3 | Register by May 22
***Please share with all your incoming officers*** We hope you are also as excited as we are to attend this event to learn about your PTA job, listen to wonderful speakers, network with PTA leaders across Alameda county, enjoy the vendor fair and celebrate PTA accomplishments. We are very excited to offer this in-person trainingContinue reading “June 3 Annual Training Saturday, June 3 | Register by May 22”
Election Results | Incoming PTA Leaders
Election results are in! Thank you to this year’s Nominating Committee for all your good work: Page Tomblin (Chair)Kimberly AnakataCary FukadaJ.T. Mates – MuchinAnuradha Zindal
CAPTA Convention Grants | Apply by March 31, 2023
Consult your executive board and apply ASAP: Peralta is offering grants to units in need of financial assistance to send their leaders to the convention. Priority will be given to units with higher financial need. More information about the grant is included in the grant form. Link to convention grant: https://forms.gle/yLEqJX8wxYHbKG3n7
Important Dates for REFLECTIONS
All virtual entries are due by December 1, 2022. Virtual artwork from councils (Alameda, Berkeley, Fremont and Pleasanton) and out-of-council PTAs (located in Albany, Castro Valley, Hayward, Livermore, Newark, Oakland, San Leandro and San Lorenzo) must be turned in by December 1st by 11pm. You must email your Google Sheet — created by the GoogleContinue reading “Important Dates for REFLECTIONS”