NCPTA Selects Reflections Theme Search Winners

/ Awards, Reflections

National PTA invites student entries each year for a Reflections Theme Search. The student who submits the winning entry for 2013-2014 will receive $100, and his or her theme will be presented at the 117th Annual National PTA Convention and Exhibition. NCPTA announces the following state-level winners for the Reflections 2013-2014 Theme Search: “I wonder if…” Sanjit Pilli, Barringer Academic Center PTA, Charlotte “Through the window, I see…” Kennedy Reid, Aycock Middle PTA, Greensboro “Differences Don’t Make Us Different” Ella Kirkman, Northern Elem., Greensboro “Creating A Different Future” Vismai William Taneti, Eastern Wayne Elem., Goldsboro “Living Green” Vismai William Taneti, […]

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Eight PTAs Receive $1000 Just ASK! Grants

/ Grants

During November, which is PTA Healthy Lifestyles Month, the North Carolina PTA selected eight PTAs to receive $1,000 Just ASK! grants. The recipients will receive funds to support projects that will be implemented by the end of May 2013. The following PTAs will receive grant funding: James B. Dudley High School Guilford County Sandhills Farm Life Elementary School Moore County McDougle Elementary School Chapel Hill-Carrboro City Dillard Drive Middle School Wake County Myrtle Grove Middle School New Hanover County David D. Jones Elementary School Guilford County Florence Elementary School Guilford County Apex Middle School Wake County This is the first

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Reflections Program Instructions

/ Miscellaneous

Reflections Submission Instructions (For Councils and Local PTAs without Active Councils) All Reflections Entries must be submitted online. View presentation on Submitting Reflections Entries to the NCPTA. Please Note: If you have problems submitting entries on the Reflections Website, please try an alternate web browser such as Firefox, Safari, Internet Explorer or Google Chrome. Some users have experienced difficulties in the past with Google Chrome. Step 1: Start Early… Do not wait until the last minute to submit entries. Step 2: Check Good Standing Verify your PTA/Council is in good standing. You will not be allowed to register or submit Reflections

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Team Up for Healthy Learning

/ Health

The North Carolina PTA and NC Action for Healthy Kids are sponsoring a series of events focused on health. Make plans now to join us for these free events December 6 in Asheville and February 9 in Raleigh. Join us as we focus on effective ways to work together on school wellness. Learn how using a coordinated school health program can make changes easier and fun for the whole community! Thursday, Dec. 6, 2012 6 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. NC Center for Health and Wellness Asheville, NC Register Online Today Saturday, Feb. 9, 2013 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. Emerging Leaders Conference

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Wells Fargo Hosts Hands On Banking® Webinar

/ Events, Trainings

Taking Charge of Your Financial Goals Dec. 6, 2012 at 1 p.m. FREE Join us for an introductory webinar as Wells Fargo launches a series of Hands on Banking webinars for PTA members in North Carolina. This is a fun and easy way to learn financial basics and smart money management. It includes interactive programs for kids, teens and adults. Lessons can be used in the classroom and at home! Teach kids and teens the basics about money. How money works All about checking and savings accounts Needs vs. wants How to shop with a budget Learn together as a

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PTAs Across the Nation Celebrate Healthy Lifestyles

/ Health

Throughout the month of November, PTAs nationwide participate in PTA Healthy Lifestyles Month by conducting programs and events that promote health education, physical activity and parent involvement. Knowing that a healthy child can achieve and learn more, PTAs are encouraging families to increase their physical activity, eat fresh fruits and vegetables, develop community-oriented physical activity programs, and promote healthy lifelong behaviors. To get started, download this PTA Health and Safety Calendar and review the helpful guide.

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PTA Votes!

/ Announcements

If you haven’t already voted, the North Carolina Board of Elections provides online tools to confirm your polling place and other helpful information. There is an icon at the top where voters can look up their polling place. National PTA also provides helpful information about election activities and guidelines PTAs need to follow as nonprofit organizations. Learn more.

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