Pleasant Hill Elementary Rally in Sacramento

Pleasant Hill Elementary School's PTA is asking you to join them in standing up for public education. Meet them and our local legislators on the East steps of the State Capitol on Tuesday, May 25 at 9:30 a.m. Click on the image to enlarge.

Special Needs Workshops at the PTA Convention

Three workshops focused on providing support to parents and teachers of children with special needs are being offered to attendees at this year’s California State PTA Convention.

April 29 – May 2 in Sacramento

#108: If You Were Me
Thursday, April 29, 10:00 a.m.
Experience firsthand what it is like to live with different abilities. Learn how to facilitate different ability awareness with the general education population.

#411: A Guide to Managing Teen Anxiety and Panic
Saturday, May 1, 11:00 a.m.
Anxiety can make everything seem unmanageable – from dealing with family and friends to managing schoolwork and extracurricular activities. Learn strategies teens can use to manage extreme anxiety and panic.

#515: Help – My child is Struggling in School!

Saturday, May 1, 2:00 p.m.
Learn practical information about working with your child’s teachers and doctors to assess potential learning disabilities, ADHD, autism and other special needs, and how to navigate the special education process, from writing effective individualized education programs to working collaboratively to implement them effectively so that your child reaches his potential.

You don't have to be a PTA member to attend. Individuals can volunteer for three hours and then attend any events for the remainder of the day for free. Mileage (45 cents/per and parking is paid for). Volunteer jobs include hosts for workshops or stations at doors. Click HERE to sign up as a volunteer.

The 32nd District PTA (Contra Costa County) hosts a dinner Saturday night at 7 p.m. at an estimated cost of $22. Contact Linda Mayo at mayolk@aol.com if you would like to attend.

For more information about registering for Convention, contact your PTA president or visit http://www.capta.org/.

PTA Rally in Capitol

Rally to support children! Everyone is invited to join PTA rally at the Capitol!

WHAT: 9 Million Reasons To Speak Up rally in support of investing in children and youth in California

WHEN: 2-3:30 p.m., Thursday, April 29

WHERE: North steps of the Capitol

WHY: This rally is part of the California State PTA's ongoing 9 Million Reasons To Speak Up campaign to let our elected leaders know that we must invest in the more than 9 million children and youth of our state, rather than repeatedly cutting funding for education and other critical children's services. The rally is taking place during the California State PTA's 111th Annual Convention, being held in Sacramento, April 29 - May 2.

MORE INFORMATION: For more information about our 9 Million Reasons To Speak Up campaign, click HERE. The California State PTA has nearly 1 million members throughout the state working on behalf of public schools, children and families, with the motto, "Every child, one voice." The PTA is the nation's oldest, largest and highest profile volunteer organization working to improve the education, health and welfare of all children and youth. The PTA also advocates at national, state and local levels for education and family issues. The PTA is nonprofit, nonsectarian and noncommercial. For more information about the California State PTA, visit www.capta.org.

PTA Legislative Events Coming Up

Contra Costa PTA's are promoting several legislative events, open to all! The Sacramento sessions are packed with legislator speakers, briefings and opportunities to walk the Capitol halls.

SCHOOL FINANCE 101
WHEN: January 25 at 7 p.m.
WHERE: Las Lomas High School

ADVOCACY 2010
This is a one day trip bus trip to Sacramento departure points are Danville and Lafayette, lunch included
WHEN: February 17
COST: $65 (non-refundable). After Feb. 1 registration is $70.
REGISTER: HERE

CONNECTING THE DOTS
From issues to advocacy, a two day Legislative conference
WHEN: February 21-22 (noon to noon)
WHERE: Embassy Suites Hotel, Sacramento, within walking distance from the Capitol.
COST: Conference: $135 (includes dinner and handouts) Hotel: $159 a night with breakfast
REGISTER: HERE

GOT PINK SLIPS? HELP STOP CUTS TO OUR SCHOOLS!
An evening packed with information and advocacy tools. Free dinner provided with early RSVP.
WHEN: March 22 ·
WHERE: Location in MDUSD will be announced late January.