NYS PTA
The NYS Education Department will not allow local educational agencies to use Title IV, Part A funds – or any other federal or state funds – for the purposes of purchasing, storing, or training school staff in the use of firearms under any circumstances.
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NYSED Memo Prohibiting Federal Funds to be Used for Firearms
The NYS Education Department will not allow local educational agencies to use Title IV, Part A funds – or any other federal or state funds – for the purposes of purchasing, storing, or training school staff in the use of firearms under any circumstances.
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NYS PTA Commentary on ESSA Regulations
NYS PTA leaders sent a letter to NYSED with commentary on the ESSA regulations.
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PTAs and Schools Honored for Innovation and Excellence in Family Engagement
National PTA is pleased to announce that Maple West Elementary PTA in Williamsville, NY (Western Region) has been honored with the Phoebe Apperson Hearst Outstanding Family-School Partnership Award.
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NYS PTA Celebrates 19 National PTA Schools of Excellence
NYS PTA is proud to announce that 19 NYS PTA Units have been named National PTA Schools of Excellence.
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National PTA Urges Congress and the Administration to Halt Zero-Tolerance Policy Separating Undocumented Children and Families
National PTA urges Congress and the administration to immediately stop the zero-tolerance policy that is resulting in harmful separation of undocumented children from their parents and family members. Our association also seeks immediate reunification of families presently separated under current enforcement policy.
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National PTA and Texas PTA Statement on Shooting at Santa Fe High School
This is the second shooting at a high school in the past week and the second mass shooting at a school this year. We are way beyond ‘enough is enough.’ More must be done immediately to keep our children safe.
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New York State PTA and Syosset Council of PTAs Honored Nationally for Championing Diversity and Inclusion
National PTA is pleased to announce the recipients of its 2018 Jan Harp Domene Diversity & Inclusion Award.
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Message from NYS PTA President Gracemarie Rozea
Since 1897, parents and teachers have worked together on behalf of children and youth on many different issues to make a difference wherever change was needed.
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NYS PTA Portal Has Moved to MemberHub
The NYS PTA portal has moved to MemberHub.
Run Your PTA
Are you looking for help running your PTA? From this area you can access the following: Resource Guide, Forms, Bylaws information, Guides, Leadership Development materials and other items to help you Run Your PTA! Annual Officer Contact Information/Form A Bylaws/Procedures…
Parent Resources
In this section of the website you will find resources on numerous topics for parents pertaining to parent involvement, engaging educators, and helping students.
Communications
From this area you can access the following: NYSPTAlert, Advocacy Newsbriefs, Fast Facts, Press Releases and other news items published by NYS PTA!
News
NYS PTA Commentary on ESSA Regulations
NYS PTA leaders sent a letter to NYSED with commentary on the ESSA regulations.
PTAs and Schools Honored for Innovation and Excellence in Family Engagement
National PTA is pleased to announce that Maple West Elementary PTA in Williamsville, NY (Western Region) has been honored with the Phoebe Apperson Hearst Outstanding Family-School Partnership Award.
English Language Learners (ELL)
Are you looking for some information on English Language Learners (ELL)? Check out this page for more information… NYS PTA Resources English Language Learners (ELL) Brochure NYS Education Department NYS Education Department ELL/MLL Parent Guide NYS Education Department Office of…
Family Engagement
Family Engagement is a critical strategy for ensuring students’ academic achievement, graduation from high school and overall success in life. In this regard, National PTA has adopted six Standards for Family-School Partnerships. These Standards provide a framework for strengthening Family Engagement programs, activities and policies.
