National PTA offers a variety of programs, awards, and grants. See below for recommendations from NYS PTA, or click the button to explore additional opportunities.
PTA Conneted – Exploring in-depth the issues that are on the minds of today’s families, and connecting parents with tools, research and supports to make the best decisions for their children.
Healthy Lifestyles – Offers educational resources and engagement opportunities that empower students and families to make better-informed health decisions.
Reflections – students of all grades and abilities to explore and be involved in the arts. Students reflect on a theme and create original works of art in the areas of Dance Choreography, Film Production, Literature, Music Composition, Photography and Visual Arts.
School of Excellence – Guides PTAs and schools through a structured, year‑long process to strengthen family engagement and advance school improvement goals.
The Phoebe Apperson Hearst Awards – These awards recognize and celebrate achievement in building effective family-school partnerships.
Jan Harp Domene Diversity and Inclusion Award – This award recognizes PTAs that are dedicated to the needs of all families represented in their schools. It also acknowledges PTAs that develop practices that are inclusive and equal for all families and that result in positive change.
National PTA Life Achievement Awards – Give the highest honor from the nation’s largest child advocacy organization—to the person who daily lives out his or her commitment to children. Complete the Form or call (800) 307-4782 to submit your request.
