Learn
PTA leaders and volunteers do amazing things every day, and no one is expected to do it alone. Whether you are brand new to PTA or looking to sharpen your skills, California State PTA offers many ways to learn, connect, and lead with confidence.
Learn Locally
One of the best places to start is close to home. Many trainings and learning opportunities are offered through your local unit, council, or district.
– Attend workshops and leadership trainings hosted in your area
– Connect with experienced PTA leaders who can share what works
– Learn the basics of PTA roles, responsibilities, and best practices
Not sure who your unit, council, or district is? Email [email protected] and we will help point you in the right direction.
Attend Convention and Legislation Conference
California State PTA events bring leaders together from across the state for learning, inspiration, and practical takeaways.
– California State PTA Convention: Learn, network, and bring home tools you can use right away
– Legislation Conference (Leg Con): Build your advocacy knowledge and strengthen your voice for children
Bring School Smarts to Your School
School Smarts is a powerful way to build family engagement and strengthen partnerships between families and schools.
– Bring the program to your school community
– Support families with tools and confidence to navigate the school system
– Build stronger connections that benefit every child
Free Online Learning Through National PTA
Want flexible learning you can do anytime? National PTA offers Thrive Training Modules that are free for anyone who wants to learn more.
– Learn at your own pace
– Explore topics that support strong PTA leadership and family engagement
– Great for new leaders, returning leaders, and committee members
Questions
If you have questions or want help choosing the best learning path, reach out anytime at [email protected].
Learn
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Health and Safety
Families, teachers and researchers know that our kids can’t grow, learn and succeed when they’re not healthy
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Involving Students
Student involvement is the active inclusion and effective participation of students of all ages in the work of the PTA/PTSA association. California State PTA encourages and promotes full student participation in PTA/PTSA leadership, planning, events, and programs. Student Involvement Committee The formation of a student involvement committee with student and adult members generates and sustains…
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Getting to Know PTA
California State PTA is the oldest and largest statewide volunteer organization working on behalf of children, youth, and families. Unit, council, and district PTAs serve more than 750,000 members. Each level of PTA plays a vital role in efforts to implement the Purposes of the PTA. Within this section, you will find information on the […]
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Use Your Voice
Decisions that affect our children, youth, and families are made every day by local, state, and national policymakers
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Family Engagement
Decades of research back up what we know and value: Family involvement is the real key to our kids’ success.
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Education
From a newly revised funding formula to new standards for teaching and learning, California’s schools are undergoing historic changes
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Community Concerns
PTA's mission doesn't start and stop at the school door
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Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
California State PTA is strongest when every family feels seen, welcomed, and valued. From the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Committee’s perspective, our work is about helping PTAs turn a shared dream into a daily reality: school communities where belonging is built on purpose, not by accident. We believe inclusive engagement starts with a simple, […]
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Founders’ Day
Founders’ Day, February 17, is when we celebrate the legacy and work of our founders —Alice McLellan Birney, Phoebe Apperson Hearst, and Selena Sloan Butler — to improve the lives of all children and families.
