The 2021 Ed100 Online Summer Academy for California Student Leaders

Posted on May 13, 2021May 13, 2021 by admin@highlandscouncilpta.org

Don’t let students miss out! Student leaders are essential — now more than ever. Every high school in California should be well-represented at this important summer conference. The Ed100 Online Academy for Student Leaders is a massive, free online conference for leaders from all of California’s 2,000+ high schools. Each California high school is invited Read more about The 2021 Ed100 Online Summer Academy for California Student Leaders[…]

The Role of Students in PTA’s

Posted on April 29, 2021May 2, 2021 by admin@highlandscouncilpta.org

“S” is for “Student” Students are part of the leadership of at least 325 high school communities in California, at least in name. Most high school PTAs have an “S” in their formal name (PTSA), which generally indicates that the board includes at least one student. In practice, though, most student leaders of PTSAs are Read more about The Role of Students in PTA’s[…]

Highlands Council DEI Committee

Posted on February 9, 2021February 9, 2021 by admin@highlandscouncilpta.org

Highlands Council is looking for parents, students and community leaders to be a part of the DEI committee. Cynthia Dickson, DEI Chairperson for Delevan Drive Elementary PTA has developed several initiatives to be addressed by the committee: A HC DEI Guide that can be shared across member schools/PTAs Cultural Interdisciplinary Calendar and Program that supplements Read more about Highlands Council DEI Committee[…]

Summer PTA To Do List

Posted on June 30, 2020June 30, 2020 by admin@highlandscouncilpta.org

The board should have a summer meeting to get to know each other and begin planning for the new term. Make sure that the annual financial report is completed — then file your taxes! Complete the end-of-year audit and add the new check-signers to the bank account. Select your membership theme for the year, set Read more about Summer PTA To Do List[…]

Calling Student Leaders, A Free Conference for Every High School Student

Posted on June 25, 2020May 13, 2021 by admin@highlandscouncilpta.org

Do you know a high school student whose leadership potential you want to help nurture? If so, please invite them to sign up for Ed100’s California Student Academy. EdSource is proud to partner with Ed100 and organizations across the state in this unique opportunity for California’s young people to develop their leadership skills and learn Read more about Calling Student Leaders, A Free Conference for Every High School Student[…]

GOOD TRANSITIONS = GREAT STARTS!

Posted on June 24, 2020June 24, 2020 by admin@highlandscouncilpta.org

The smooth transition of outgoing and incoming board members and officers is of vital importance and can determine your PTA’s leadership success for years to come. The transition process is the responsibility of both incoming and outgoing officers and board members. It gives closure to those leaving their positions and allows those coming in to be Read more about GOOD TRANSITIONS = GREAT STARTS![…]

SCHOOL SMARTS GETS PARENTS INVOLVED

Posted on July 10, 2018January 3, 2019 by admin@highlandscouncilpta.org

The School Smarts Parent Engagement Program is a model for creating meaningful and diverse parent involvement. It brings parents from all backgrounds together in support of their common interest: helping their children and schools succeed. AWARD-WINNING, RESEARCH-BASED PARENT ENGAGEMENT School Smarts is an award-winning, research-based program proven to: Foster parent engagement in schools Support parents as children’s Read more about SCHOOL SMARTS GETS PARENTS INVOLVED[…]

Resources for Transition

Posted on June 2, 2018June 24, 2020 by admin@highlandscouncilpta.org

A lot goes on during PTA transition time. Here are a few resources to ease the process: Preparing for Fall Finances – Budgeting, forms, financial procedures. Oh, my! Get the scoop on how to start your 2018-19 PTA year on firm financial footing. Check it out! Complete the Last Audit – Don’t forget to get Read more about Resources for Transition[…]

Resources for Transition

Posted on June 27, 2016June 27, 2016 by admin@highlandscouncilpta.org

There’s a lot that happens during term transitions. Here are some resources to help! Preparing for Fall PTA Finances — Budgeting. Forms. Financial procedures. Oh, my! Get the scoop on how to start your 2016-2017 PTA year on firm financial footing. Check it out! Activities of the Board-Elect — The smooth transition of outgoing and Read more about Resources for Transition[…]

Incoming Board: Start the New Term Off Right!

Posted on May 26, 2015July 12, 2015 by admin@highlandscouncilpta.org

Getting ready for a new PTA year and want to get things going correctly, right from the start? Here are some ideas to make that happen: Make sure the contact information for the 2015-16 board has been submitted. (Learn more about our Online Officer Contact system through PTAEZ.) Find out who your council and district Read more about Incoming Board: Start the New Term Off Right![…]