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The Mission of the PTA To support and speak on behalf of children and youth in the schools, in the community and before governmental bodies and other organizations that make decisions affecting children; To assist parents in developing the skills they need to raise and protect their children; To encourage parent and public involvement in the public schools of this nation. The Purpose of the PTA To promote the welfare of the children and youth in home, school, community, and place of worship. To raise the standards of home life. To secure adequate laws for the care and protection of children and youth. To bring into closer relation the home and the school, that parents and teachers may cooperate intelligently in the education of children and youth. To develop between educators and the general public such united efforts as will secure for all children and youth the highest advantages in physical, mental, social, and spiritual education.

What does the PTA do?  PTA provides parents and teachers with a way to share their experience and knowledge about children. PTA members support public education and work to improve children's health and safety. PTAs speak on behalf of children--who can't effect change for themselves--at local, state and national government levels.

Local PTAs work independently to promote the welfare of children in local schools and communities. They work together with principals, superintendents, school boards and other community leaders to make sure your concerns are heard and needs are met. State PTAs coordinate programs throughout the state on behalf of children. They organize volunteers to represent PTA views in you legislature and Washington, DC.

The National PTA develops programs and the materials you need to conduct programs locally. It also provides numerous publications including OUR CHILDREN, one of the best parenting magazines available.

Learn more:  www.pta.org or www.mdpta.org
 
  Thank You. Partners in our Community (not updated yet).
This page is used to thank those who have donated money, items, or services to help with our fundraisers and events.
 
  PTA Wish List (not updated yet)
The PTA is always working hard to make life better for our teachers, students and volunteers here is a wish list of items that can make everyday just a little bit easier for all of us.