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Don't Stress About the Test - Tips Provided in Parent Today Newsletter

Are you looking for more information about how to help your student during state assessment time? Check out this great newsletter published by Capital Region BOCES Communication Service, Don't Stress About the Test. Click here to access these great tips...

Update Posted to "The Voice of NYS PTA"- Testing Opt-Out, Just the Facts

"The Voice of NYS PTA" page/blog provides thoughts and commentary from the President of the NYS PTA, Lana Ajemian, on topics of interest to our membership. Please click here to read the latest message on the blog.

Congratulations to the 2012-2013 Reflections Program Winners! 

Click here to see the list.    [MORE]

NYS PTA Adopts New Position Paper  

On March 16, 2013 the NYS PTA Adopted the Position Paper for Use of Student Assessment & Its Impact on High-Stakes Educational Decisions. Please read this important document by clicking here and share it with your boards and members as you encourage them to utilize it as a tool for them to advocate for all children!

National PTA Commends Members of Congress for Proposed Ban on Military-Style Assault Weapons and High-Capacity Magazines Reaffirms gun violence prevention priorities

ALEXANDRIA, VA. (January 24, 2013)-The following statement can be attributed to National PTA(r) President Betsy Landers: National PTA commends Members of Congress for taking swift legislative action on gun violence prevention and supports today's introduction of the Assault Weapons Ban Act of 2013. Click here to read the statement and for more information.

Application for Leadership Award In Honor of Jane Skrzypek Now Available!

This NYS PTA award was established in 1991 to honor the memory of Jane Skrzypek. The purpose of this award is to recognize an outstanding leader in your PTA who, by his or her actions, inspires others to volunteer and assume leadership positions. Click here for more information and to access the application.

Resources for Advocacy on Gun Control and Mental Health Services

In the wake of the tragedy at Sandy Hook Elementary School, National PTA would like to share an overview of its positions and resolutions related to school safety. Click here to download two FAQs that address National PTA’s stance on gun control and mental health services, as well as school safety advocacy in our communities. Full position statements and resolutions are available online for members at PTA.org. The FAQs also include information about projects and activities that PTA members can do to assist the Newtown community. Please continue to keep the Newtown community in your thoughts and prayers.

Message/Resources from NYSED Commissioner  about Tragedy in Connecticut

Following the tragic events in Connecticut today, I want to share with you resources that may help your school communities cope with the emotions that this event can elicit and help ensure that your school continues to be a safe haven for students to learn and teachers to teach. It is important in the coming days and weeks to listen to your students' concerns and reassure them when they ask questions, and encourage parents to do the same. I trust your judgment and wisdom to lead your staff and students through this difficult time. [MORE]

Resources For Supporting Students and Staff Following the Newtown, CT Tragedy

FAQ Advocating for School Safety

FAQ about Shooting at Sandy Hook Elementary 

National Association of School Psychologists

New York State Center for School Safety

Resources from NYS Education Department

Tips for Helping Students Recovering from Traumatic Events

Tips for Crisis Planning and Management

President’s Message: Reflect the Past, Transform Today, Inspire Tomorrow

For the past two years, we have worked together to make a difference, to bring Maria {Fletcher}’s vision into focus.  Along the way we have seen monumental shifts in the education landscape. Public education, as most of us in this room have known it, seems up for grabs -- with so-called innovations in curriculum and structure, changing delivery systems, and private and corporate influences, unlike any we have ever seen. To read the entire message click here.

2012 NYS PTA Convention Was a Great Success!  

Thank you to everyone who helped put on this great event and to all of the attendees!!!! To view a video of events from the NYS PTA 116th Annual Convention 2012 click on the arrow below or click here if viewing from an ipad or iphone.

National PTA Position Statement on Teacher/Principal Evaluations

In response to a number of state PTAs seeking counsel and guidance from National PTA on the subject of the teacher/principal evaluation process, the National PTA Board of Directors adopted a new position statement, Development and Implementation of Teacher and Principal Evaluation Systems. To read more about this, check out the Advocacy home page by clicking here.

National PTA Offers Superstorm Relief for Families, Schools Makes grants available to help rebuild school communities

In the wake of one of the most devastating natural disasters in American history, the National Parent Teacher Association (PTA®) today announced a special grant program to assist those schools impacted by Superstorm Sandy. [MORE]

2013-2014 PTA Reflections Theme

Julie Lampert of Waverly Park PTA in Nassau Region is the 2013-2014 National PTA Reflections Theme Search winner: “Believe, Dream, Inspire”. click here to see a video of the announcement.