Patty: membership@westernregionpta.org 2009 Membership Awards PTAŽ is the largest volunteer organization working exclusively to improve the education, health, safety, and well-being of all children and youth. Your local PTAŽ membership decides on its own programs, projects, and legislative activities. Through PTA, parents, teachers, administrators and others work for quality education and a true partnership between home and school.
The National PTAŽ, which began in 1897, brings together the efforts of members, local units and state PTAs on child-centered issues. has played an important role in many areas including child labor laws, hot lunch programs, the Family and Medical Leave Act, and the Children's Television Act to improve TV programs for children to name a few. Everyone who cares about children is encouraged to join PTAŽ.
Important deadlines for Membership:
September: Mail yellow reply card
November 1:send first payment to the state office
March 31: send final payment to State Office
There are many awards for which each unit is eligible. These include the automatic awards:
Early Bird Certificate
+10, +25 and +50 membership increase
Founders Day Certificate
Membership Growth Award
Other awards for which you may apply include the President's Letter of Community Involvement, 100% Teacher Award, and the Focus on Fathers Award.
It is important to remember that in order to have a successful membership year you should: form a committee. Set goals and aim high, develop a plan and set a theme
try to be visible at all school functions invite and encourage new parents, staff, administrators, and school board members to join your unit always advertise your success! Sample letters to: (These are all downloadable, when it asks for a password, click on cancel.) Teacher Business Member School Board Member/Administrator PTA Membership Form | 
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