York Elementary PTA Receives John Rex Endowment Grant for Healthy Weight Project

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Children and families in the York Elementary school community will soon have a whole new way to get moving while they learn. With support from a recent grant from the John Rex Endowment, the York Elementary School PTA has developed a detailed rendering of a planned playground renovation and paved school track, which will provide a safe space for active play, team sports, passive play and outdoor learning activities. The PTA is working with York Elementary School, and they plan to break ground in October 2013. The goal of the project is to increase the amount of moderate to vigorous […]

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Guilford County PTAs Featured for Male Involvement in Schools

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Dads are lining up to get involved in PTAs in Guilford County. A recent article in The News & Record features fathers who have stepped up to encourage others to help. They are volunteering in numerous ways. The article highlights the impact of male role models and emphasizes that parents can do a lot in as little as 15 minutes. Everything from high fives to tutoring counts, and the presence of caring, helpful parents truly makes the difference. NCPTA gives a high five to all the PTA leaders who take time out to listen, learn and get involved in a

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NFL and National PTA Launch Back to Sports Initiative

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The National Football League (NFL) has partnered with National PTA for the Back to Sports initiative, which helps PTAs across the country educate their communities on wellness—from concussion education to NFL PLAY 60 tips on nutrition and staying active. Back to Sports Nights helps PTAs build excitement in their communities about the start of sports season, while also educating families about youth sports safety. The night includes stations aimed at key health issues including: Keeping families active with NFL PLAY 60 Concussion symptoms and treatment Hydration tips Proper tackling with Heads Up Football Learn more.

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Learn What It Takes for Student Success at the Education Nation Summit

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NBC News is gearing up for this year’s Education Nation Summit, which is part of its year-round initiative to raise awareness and promote debate about improving American education. This year, the Summit will be October 6-8, with coverage of the Summit and education issues on NBC News broadcasts and websites October 4-11. The 2013 Summit theme is “What It Takes” to prepare students for success in college, career, and beyond. Topics that will be discussed at the summit include: “It Takes a Great Start,” “It Takes Empowered Students” and “It Takes Well-Trained Teachers.” Education Nation is seeking the parent’s perspective

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2013-2014 Reflections Program Council Contacts, Deadlines and Details are Now Available

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It’s that time of year again! Encourage creativity and lifelong learning while offering recognition for artistic endeavors. The PTA Reflections Program is designed to enhance quality arts education for students in preschool through grade 12. If your county is listed at this link, then you need to submit Reflections entries through the appropriate PTA Council. Please check your county’s information for the number of allowable entries, deadline, mailing address, and any additional requirements for sending entries to the next level of judging.

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BCBSNC Foundation Announces Grants Available in 23 NC Counties

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Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Carolina Foundation has announced a new Healthy Active Communities (HAC) Physical Activity Equipment Grant cycle. These equipment-only grants are one-time (up to $5,000), one-year grants focusing on projects that result in increased physical activity. In partnership with the North Carolina PTA (NCPTA), and to advance the NCPTA Just ASK! Health Program, the BCBSNC Foundation’s 2013 Physical Activity Equipment Grants focus on North Carolina public schools (K-12) in 23 counties. The 23 counties include: [section] [col205] Beaufort Bladen Buncombe* Chatham Cherokee Chowan Currituck Davie Guilford* Halifax Hertford Jackson [/col205] [col205] Madison McDowell Orange* Pasquotank Perquimans Pender Pitt* Polk

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10 Finance Practices

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10 Key Finance Practices for All Board Members The assets of PTA are not measured only in its treasury but in the work of the members and volunteers to serve the mission and purposes of PTA No other organization may pass money through PTA accounts No reimbursement is paid without a receipt and signed expense form. Reimbursements must be from an approved budget line item Money is counted by at least two people at the same time, and an itemized receipt form is signed by both persons. The money is then given to the treasurer, who also counts the money

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Three PTAs in NC Receive National Healthy Lifestyle Grants

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The North Carolina PTA proudly announces that three of only 25 National PTA Healthy Lifestyle: Energy Balance 101 Grants were awarded to PTAs in North Carolina. Each of the following local PTAs will receive a $2,000 grant: Allen Jay PTA, High Point Irving Park Elementary School PTA, Greensboro Wake Forest Elementary School PTA, Wake Forest “We applaud our local PTA members for their dedication to improving school communities by creating healthier environments,” said Debra Horton, executive director of NCPTA. “Our staff and board of directors work hard to make sure our PTA members are aware of national resources and opportunities

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Advocacy Tips and Nonprofit Guidelines Webinar Offered for PTAs in NC

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Advocacy Tips and Nonprofit Guidelines Webinar Friday, Sept. 6, 2013 1 – 2 p.m. Register Today! PTA members care deeply about policies impacting children, and PTAs are uniquely positioned to share information and engage elected officials in conversations about current issues and policies. The ability and power to provide a strong unified voice for children is one of the most cherished aspects of PTA. PTAs can and should advocate but are prohibited as 501(c)(3) organizations from engaging in political activities or endorsing political candidates. Join Ashley Perkinson, NCPTA attorney and lobbyist, September 6 at 1 p.m. for a webinar discussion

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Enrollment is Open for the National PTA School of Excellence Program

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Whether you are looking to step-up your PTA’s involvement in school improvements or something meaningful is happening between your PTA and school that deserves recognition, you will soon have a new opportunity to make a substantial, positive impact on school and student success. National PTA has rejuvenated the School of Excellence program to help PTAs strengthen the family-school partnership and make measurable progress together in one of three areas: Education Health and safety Arts and cultural exploration At a National PTA School of Excellence, families feel welcomed and empowered to support student success, and PTA is a key partner for

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