CA PTA 2011 Convention Handbook - Torrance Council of PTAs

CONVENTION AT A GLANCE
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 27 REGISTRATION AND PTA STORE ARE OPEN FROM 5 TO 8 P.M.
THURSDAY, APRIL 28 FRIDAY, APRIL 29 SATURDAY, APRIL 30 SUNDAY, MAY 1
7:30 a.m. – 6:30 p.m.
Registration
9 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
PTA Store
Exhibits (FREE entrance today only!)
10 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Workshops
1:30 – 3 p.m.
Bylaws Hearing
Legislation Hearing
Resolutions Hearing
Student Orientation
Town Hall Meeting with National PTA
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FIRST GENERAL MEETING
4 p.m.
Doors Open
Entertainment
4:30 – 7 p.m.
Business of the Association
Procession of Board of Managers
Posting of Colors
Introduction of Board of Directors
Introduction of District Presidents
Jo Loss
California State PTA President
Report of Association
Greetings:
Charles Saylors
National PTA President
Registration Committee Report
Rules and Regulations
Report of the Nominating Committee
Elections
7 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Registration
7 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Election Polls Open †
8 a.m. – 3 p.m.
PTA Store
Exhibits
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8 – 9:30 a.m.
Workshops
10 – 11:30 a.m.
Workshops
1 – 2 p.m.
Bylaws Hearing
Legislation Hearing
Resolutions Hearing
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SECOND GENERAL MEETING
2:30 p.m.
Doors Open
Entertainment
3 – 7 p.m.
Business of the Association
Spotlight Awards – Units
Annual Report
Bylaws Committee Report
Legislation Committee Report
Introduction of Education Coalition
Resolutions Committee Report
Guest Speaker
Anne T. Henderson
Reflections Program Winners:
• Music Composition
• Dance Choreography
• Visual Arts
7 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Registration
7 – 8 a.m.
Special Breakfast Session:
How can we raise the next generation
of safe and responsible drivers?
7 – 8 a.m.
Resolutions Hearing
7 – 8:30 a.m.
PTA Store
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THIRD GENERAL MEETING
8 a.m.
Doors Open
Entertainment
8:30 – 10:30 a.m.
Business of the Association
Introduction of:
Past State Presidents
Membership Awards
Resolutions Committee Report
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10 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
PTA Store
Exhibits
11 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Workshops
2 – 3:30 p.m.
Workshops
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FOURTH GENERAL MEETING
3:30 p.m.
Doors Open
Entertainment
4 – 7 p.m.
Business of the Association
Jo Loss, State PTA
President’s Message
“Sleep in for PTA”
8:30 – 9:30 a.m.
Registration
8 – 9:30 a.m.
PTA Store
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FIFTH GENERAL MEETING
9 a.m.
Doors Open
Entertainment
9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Business of the Association
Registration Committee Final Report
Student Awards
Founders Day Presentation
Legacy Awards
Executive Director’s Report
Paul Richman
Teacher of the Year
Installation of Officers
Carol Kocivar, State PTA
President-elect’s Address
Membership Challenge
Invitation to 2012 Convention
Anaheim Convention Center
Opportunity Drawing
Retiring of the Colors
Adjournment
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7:30 – 11 p.m.
DISTRICT & COUNCIL EVENTS
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† Polls will be set up if
more than one person is running for a position.
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7:30 – 11 p.m.
CALIFORNIA STATE PTA EVENT
BIG BEACH BALL
Spotlight Awards – Councils
Guest Speaker
Reflections Program Winners:
• Film/Video Production
• Photography
• Literature
Resolutions Committee Report
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7:30 – 11 p.m.
DISTRICT & COUNCIL EVENTS
SUBJECT TO CHANGE

A SPECIAL INVITATION
Jo Loss
California State PTA President, 2009-2011
Are you ready for another fabulous convention? I would love to have your company at the
112 th Annual California State PTA Convention in Long Beach this year, April 28 to May 1.
This is your best opportunity to learn, explore options and create a great PTA. Former first lady
Barbara Bush once said: “You just don’t luck into things as much as you’d like to think you do.
You build step by step, whether it’s friendships or opportunities.” Join us to build positive change by
enhancing the lives of your children and families.
Wow! Have we got opportunities for you! Every California State PTA Commission and the Legislation Team will be
presenting workshops to meet your specific needs. The hot topics this year are parent engagement, bullying, foster care,
male involvement, and a wide variety of workshops in advocacy, leadership, finance, and a lot more. You will have many
opportunities for networking with others who share your passion for children and families, and go home re-energized by
everyone’s enthusiasm.
During the general sessions, your participation in the business of the association is critical to the work of PTA. Your voice
is vitally important in establishing the direction and priorities of the California State PTA. And don’t forget, this is an
election year for the state PTA officers. Come to convention to make new friends and take advantage of these
opportunities. It will be fabulous!
Kathy Stevenson
California State PTA Vice President for Convention, 2009-2011
We are returning to Southern California this year, holding our annual convention at the Long
Beach Convention Center. I’d like to thank everyone who turned in evaluation forms from
last year’s convention. It really helped us plan for this year’s activities. We’ve kept what you
liked and made changes where we could.
A new feature we think you’ll really like is the multiple attendee registration discount. When you register up to five (5)
full-time (non-student) attendees from your unit, council, or district you will automatically be eligible for a progressive
discount, with a potential savings of up to $100. As requested in the evaluations, there will be a string of workshops
specifically designed for council and district officers. We are also, bringing back the special event – we call it the BIG
BEACH BALL. This is one party you won’t want to miss.
Online registration begins on February 2, as does the mail-in service. When you register by March 31 you will receive
your name badge and workshop tickets at an address of your choice. Be sure to stop by the Registration Booth when you
arrive and pick up your voting card and special tote bag.
The PTA Store and Exhibit Hall hours will have even larger blocks of time than during previous conventions for you to
meet and talk with exhibitors. The Exhibit Hall will again be open FREE to everyone Thursday, April 28. Look for the
“Convention-at-a-Glance” on the inside cover for an overview of our daily activities.
The main purpose of our convention, besides offering workshops is, of course, conducting the business of the PTA.
General Meetings will be in five (5) sessions. You will have the opportunity to vote for new state officers, see and hear
the amazing California State PTA Reflections winners, listen to remarkable speakers, and take part in exciting debates.
The Convention Commission and I hope you have an experience like you’ve never had before!
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MISSION STATEMENT
The mission of the California State PTA is to positively impact the lives of all children and families by representing
our members and empowering and supporting them with skills in advocacy, leadership and communication.
California State PTA Board of Managers, Adopted October 2009
STATEMENT OF UNDERSTANDING
By registering, you agree to the terms and conditions set forth in the
registration information of the Registration Book for the 2011
California State PTA Convention in Long Beach. This registration is
transferable. Payments for transfers must be handled between you and
your replacement and your unit/council/district PTA president. There
are no refunds for California State PTA registration and event fees.
PHOTOGRAPHY RELEASE
By registering for or attending the California State PTA Convention,
you hereby grant and assign the California State PTA and its legal
representatives the irrevocable and unrestricted right to use and
publish for editorial, trade, advertising or any other purpose and in
any manner and medium, including website and Internet promotion,
all photographic, video, and digital images of you and your guests
taken while in attendance at the California State PTA Convention. By
registering for or attending the California State PTA Convention you
hereby release the California State PTA and its legal representatives
from all claims and liability relating to said photographs, video and
digital images.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Convention at a Glance
Inside Front Cover
Invitation to Convention 1
Mission Statement 2
Statement of Understanding 2
Photography Release 2
General Convention Information 3
Keynote Speaker 3
Activities for Everyone 3
Student Activities 4
PTA Store 4
Exhibit Hall 4
Getting Around Long Beach 5
Voting Information 5
Registration Procedures 6
Registration Form 8
Hotel Planning 9
Workshops by Interest 10
Special Tracks 11
Workshops 12-17
Spanish Workshops 18-19
2010 Sponsor Acknowledgement Inside Back Cover
Convention and Hotels Map
Inside Back Cover
FUTURE CONVENTION DATES
2012 May 9-12 Anaheim
2013 May 2-5 San Jose
2014 May 1-4 Los Angeles
NEW THIS YEAR
Discount registration fees
Increased hours for the Exhibit Hall
Hearings later in the day
Convention Center food carts
Serving breakfast and lunch
Tote Station in its own special location
ENCORES
Expedited registration
Diversity & Inclusion Workshops
Credentials mailed to address of choice
Exhibit Hall FREE on Thursday
Entertainment by student performers
Convention shirts and pins
Ribbon Pack
BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND
Special Event
Election of new officers
Fewer general meetings
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GENERAL INFORMATION
112 th Annual California State PTA Convention • April 28 - May 1, 2011 in Long Beach
Activities will be held at:
Long Beach Convention Center, 300 Ocean Boulevard; phone: (562) 436-3636
Hyatt-Regency Hotel, 200 South Pine Avenue; phone: (562) 491-1234
Convention is an excellent PTA investment, the ultimate
leadership experience, and a PTA budget expense upon
approval of your association. Check with your district for
its orientation schedule and additional information to help
you plan your trip and make your experience the best it can
be. You will return home with new ideas, improved skills
and recharged energy!
GENERAL MEETINGS
The primary purpose of convention is to conduct the
business of the association. This is an opportunity for
delegates to influence the direction of the California State
PTA for the next year and term. Delegates will debate, vote
and adopt resolutions; approve legislation policies; approve
any changes to the bylaws; and elect new officers for next
term.
In addition to business, meetings are filled with motivating
and informative speakers; exciting student entertainment;
award presentations; and much, much more.
Five general meetings are scheduled to carry out California
State PTA business. Delegates are responsible for attending
these meetings, and are encouraged to take notes for
reporting back to units, councils, and districts. Come to
convention, take part and see “the big picture” of what PTA
is all about!
Prize Drawing
Special prize drawings will take place before the close of
convention on Sunday, May 1. Fabulous prizes are donated
by many of the exhibitors. You must be present to win!
Keynote Speaker
Everyone is talking about school reform, but engaging
families doesn’t seem to be part of the conversation. Learn
about the growing evidence that organized parents and
community members can be powerful agents
of change with their involvement and support
of schools. Come to the second general
meeting on Friday, April 29 and listen as
keynote speaker Anne T. Henderson presents:
Family Engagement: Why School Reform
Can’t Happen Without It.
Henderson is a Senior Consultant in Community
Organizing and Engagement at the Annenberg Institute for
School Reform. She has written and co-authored several
books and articles on the subject of parent involvement,
THREE WAYS TO REGISTER!
Save time, money, and reserve your workshops by taking
advantage of our early registration rates. You’ll get the best
rates by registering early!
1. Online – February 2 to March 31
2. Mail – February 2 to April 15
3. In Person – April 27 to May 1
including; Beyond the Bake Sale: The Essential Guide to
Family-School Partnerships, 2007 (with Karen Mapp,
Vivian Johnson, and Don Davies); A New Wave of
Evidence: The Impact of School, Family and Community
Connections on Student Achievement, 2002 (with Karen L.
Mapp); No Child Left Behind: What’s in it for Parents
(2002) and The Case for Parent Leadership (2004).
Her research includes how engaging families can improve
student achievement, particularly among students in diverse
and low-income communities. She has worked with
organizations representing parents and community
members. Her clients include the Prichard Committee for
Academic Excellence in Lexington, Kentucky; the
Connecticut Department of Education; the Los Angeles
Unified School District; and the Community Foundation
for the National Capital Region in Washington, D.C.
A native of Trenton, New Jersey, Henderson graduated
from Oberlin College, and received a Master’s Degree in
politics from the Eagleton Institute at Rutgers University.
She and her husband, Basil, live in Washington, D.C. Their
daughter Amy-Louise has recently completed a Master’s in
Social Work at Hunter College. Honors include Phi Beta
Kappa and a Woodrow Wilson Fellowship designation.
ACTIVITIES FOR EVERYONE
We have three very special activities lined up this year.
• Town Hall Meeting – Thursday, April 28 at 1:30 p.m.
Here is your opportunity to meet and interact with the
National PTA president. Share ideas, and learn what you
can do as a PTA leader in your community.
• Big Beach Ball – Friday, April 29 at 7:30 p.m.
Dude! Catch the party wave! Food, music, dancing,
games and prizes! Surf the room with your incoming and
outgoing state officers. Win prizes!
• Sleep In for PTA – Sunday, May 1 in the morning.
Promote the importance of sleep for children and adults.
Make a $20 donation to the PTA Healthy Lifestyles Grant
Fund, and sleep in! Receive a free PTA sleep shirt and
ribbon in recognition of modeling healthy sleep habits.
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STUDENT ACTIVITIES
The California State PTA is pleased to have student
delegates attend the convention and activities. Convention
offers students a great way to build leadership skills, have a
voice in issues, and interact with PTA members from
around the state. Students are encouraged to take advantage
of the workshops offered, and several have been developed
specifically by and for students.
Student Orientation – Thursday, April 28 at 1:30 p.m. This
is an opportunity for student delegates to meet each other
and to interact with student members of the California State
PTA Board of Managers.
HOTELS
The official headquarters for this year’s California State
PTA Convention is the Hyatt-Regency Hotel. It is located
next to the Long Beach Convention Center. California State
PTA knows convention attendees have a choice when it
comes to staying in Long Beach area hotels; however,
staying at one of the convention hotels helps the California
State PTA meet its contractual obligations for this and future
conventions. We have negotiated very diligently to get you
the lowest possible price. See page 9 to plan your stay.
SOUVENIRS
What would a convention be without a little something to
remember it by? To help you reminisce, we have shirts,
pins and ribbons celebrating this special convention.
Ribbons – Ribbons – Ribbons!!! For a $20 donation to the
California State PTA, you will receive a pack of five (5)
specially designed ribbons to adorn your badge holder.
These are in addition to the delegate ribbons that are so
coveted by all who attend convention. Support the work of
the California State PTA Get yours today! Look for
“Ribbon Pack” on the Convention Registration form.
The Convention Promo Pack – Choose from three
different styles of shirt. Each one comes with a handsomely
designed pin of our membership theme for this year.
Ordering in advance (online or by mail) will save you
money, and it’s the only way to get both a shirt and pin
together for this low price. These items sell out quickly, and
there is no guarantee your size will be available if you wait
to purchase them on-site. Pre-ordering is the best way to
ensure you get what you want. Look for the “Promo Pack”
order line on the Convention Registration form.
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pin included
Promo Pack
1
Men’s Sized
T-Shirt
Promo Pack
2
Men’s Sized
Sport Shirt
Promo Pack
3
Woman’s Sized
V-neck Shirt
S-M-L-XL $13 $26 $26
XXL $15 $29 $29
3XL $16 $30 $30
WORKSHOPS
Convention workshops will occur in five different time
slots. Thursday workshops are three (3) hours. Friday and
Saturday workshops are 90 minutes.
• Thursday, April 28, from 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.
• Friday, April 29, from 8 - 9:30 a.m.
• Friday, April 29, from 10 - 11:30 a.m.
• Saturday, April 30, from 11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
• Saturday, April 30, from 2 - 3:30 p.m.
Your registration fee includes a choice of more than 80
informative workshops. There is an extensive variety of
topics offering something for everyone. Workshops are
your opportunity to gain skills in basic areas, such as
leadership, finance, membership, education, parliamentary
procedures, and more. Workshop information begins on
page 10.
Workshops in Spanish – Two convention workshops will be
presented entirely in Spanish, with English interpretation.
Ten (10) additional workshops will be presented in English
with Spanish interpretation. See page 18 for details.
PTA Store and Exhibit Hall Hours: April 27 to May 1
Day PTA Store Exhibit Hall
Wednesday 5 - 8 p.m. Closed
Thursday
9 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
9 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Free Day
Friday 8 a.m. - 3 p.m. 8 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Saturday
7 - 8:30 a.m.
10 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
10 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Sunday 8 - 9:30 a.m. Closed
PTA STORE
Plan to shop at the California State PTA Store while at
convention. The PTA Store has a complete line of the latest
PTA/PTSA merchandise and supplies for your association.
Our exclusive PTA/PTSA branded merchandise will help
you present a professional look, and many of our supplies
may be an approved and reimbursable PTA budget item.
EXHIBIT HALL
Approximately 150 companies and nonprofit organizations
will be on hand to demonstrate the services and products
they provide. Get the latest ideas for child and school
safety, educational programs, health and fitness education,
fundraising, and much more.
• Caution: Do not sign any contracts that will encumber
your association in the next term. Remember: All
contracts must be approved by your association prior to
signing any contract, and must be signed by your
association president and one other board member.
• Free Entry on Thursday! – The Exhibit Hall will be
open to the public from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Thursday,
April 28. Non-paying guests will be issued a wrist band
from the Registration Booth. Children must be
accompanied by an adult.
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GETTING AROUND LONG BEACH
Always be safe. When walking between the convention
center and hotels, or walking downtown be sure to travel
with another person or group.
Traveling by Automobile
From the north and west half of the state US101 south
to I-405 south to I-710 west.
From the north and east half of the state I-5 south to
I-405 south to I-710 west.
From the south and west half of the state I-5 north to
I-405 north to I-710 west.
From the south and east half of the state I-10 north to
I-710 west.
Carpooling may be less expensive than flying, and
Enterprise has a special discounted car-rental rate for PTA
members. Go to www.capta.org/enterprise to reserve a car
today.
Parking is available near the convention center starting at
$5 per day. Some hotels have onsite parking and may have
significantly higher fees than local parking lots and garages.
Arriving at an Airport
The Long Beach Airport is approximately seven miles
from the convention center.
Shuttle service is approximately $19, and there may be
discounts for multiple riders.
Taxi service is estimated at $25.
LAX is approximately 22 miles from the convention center.
Shuttle service is approximately $17
Taxi service is estimated at $75
Riding Amtrak/Light Rail
The Long Beach Amtrak is a Thruway connecting bus stop.
Contact Amtrak at www.amtrak.com or (800) 872-7245 for
details.
PTA Shuttle Buses will NOT be provided.
VOTING INFORMATION
Unit Delegates
A delegate representing a unit in good standing is eligible to vote
at the California State PTA convention general meetings. A unit
in good standing is one that has paid dues and insurance to the
California State PTA by March 31, 2011 (California State PTA
Bylaws, Article VI, Section 1).
Each unit in good standing is entitled to be represented at the
California State PTA convention by the president or presidentelect
or an elected alternate and one additional elected delegate
(California State PTA Bylaws, Article XV, Section 5). The number
of delegates to which a unit is entitled is determined by the total
memberships recorded in the California State PTA office by
March 31, 2011 (California State PTA Bylaws, Article VII,
Section 7). The number of delegates is set forth in Article XV,
Section 5, of the California State PTA Bylaws. Each unit of more
than 250 members may be represented by additional elected
delegates or their alternates as follows:
PTA Unit Membership
Delegates
(including PTA president or president-elect)
15 – 250 2
251 – 500 3
501 – 750 4
751 or more 5
A delegate shall not be allowed to represent more than one unit
and must have been a member of that unit at least thirty (30) days
prior to convention or a member of a feeder school, where
applicable. This shall not apply to units organized within ninety
(90) days prior to convention (California State PTA Bylaws,
Article XV, Section 5).
Voting delegates will be issued a voting card at registration;
these cards are nontransferable and not replaceable. It is the
responsibility of each voting delegate to ensure he/she receives
and signs this card at registration.
Nonvoting Registrants
Nonvoting registrants will receive convention badges and tote
bags; may attend all meetings and workshops; and have all the
privileges of a delegate except the right to make motions, debate,
vote or speak at a microphone. When a PTA has more members
who wish to attend than the number of delegates to which the
unit, council or district PTA is entitled, the additional attendees
may preregister or register on-site as full-time or one-day
nonvoting registrants.
Student Delegates and Registrants Under the Age of 18
A student member under 18 years of age wishing to register
MUST present a current PTA membership card and a Parent/
Guardian Approval and Consent to Treatment Form signed by
the parent(s) or guardian(s). The form is available from district
PTAs or online at www.capta.org.
Council Delegates
Council delegates shall be as follows: one delegate or alternate
elected from each council executive board, in addition to the
council president or president-elect or elected alternate for a
maximum of two voting delegates per council (California State
PTA Bylaws, Article XV, Section 3c).
District PTA Delegates
District presidents register as members of the California State PTA
Board of Managers at the pre-convention Board of Managers
meeting. Convention delegates shall be a maximum of three
delegates or their alternates elected from each district PTA
executive board, one of the delegates being the president-elect in
an election year (California State PTA Bylaws, Article XV, Section
3b).
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REGISTRATION PROCEDURES
REGISTRATION OVERVIEW
Online registration is the preferred method for convention
registration. Members participating in convention activities are
encouraged to register online or by mail (form on page 8). Fees
entitle participants to attend the general meetings, workshops and
the exhibit hall. Fees are nonrefundable.
Special Notes
Council and district fees are not collected through the state
PTA registration process. Check with your council and/or
district PTA for other fees, and their fee procedures.
There are NO REFUNDS for state PTA registration, event
fees, or pre-ordered Promo Packages.
FAXED registrations will not be accepted.
Children at Convention
Children under 12 – Parents may register children under 12 at
no charge. Special badges will be issued allowing them to
accompany a parent to meetings or workshops on a spaceavailable
basis. If a workshop is at capacity, children will not
be admitted. Please be considerate of fellow PTA members
when bringing children to meetings.
Children 12 and older – Must register and pay student
registration fees.
There are three date blocks to keep in mind when registering
Feb. 2 to Mar 31 – The lowest registration fees offered, and
your name badge and workshop tickets are mailed to you
before convention begins.
April 1 to April 15 – Fees are increased. Your name badge and
workshop tickets will not be mailed, but will be ready upon
your arrival at convention.
April 27 to May 1 – On-site registration fees apply, and are
higher than the two previous periods, listed above.
Discount pricing is available for the first time this year. When
multiple (up to five) full-time (non-student) attendees from the
same unit, council, or district register for convention, a
progressive discount schedule will be applied. Here’s how it works;
The first attendee pays full price
The second attendee’s fee is reduced by $10
The third attendee’s fee is reduced by $20
The fourth attendee’s fee is reduced by $30
The fifth attendee’s fee is reduced by $40
This is a potential savings of $100 for your unit! The discount is
applied regardless of when you register. Your best savings will be
realized when you register online before March 31. Discount
does not apply to students, one-day or exhibit hall passes.
Below is an example of discounts for full-time voting delegates:
Attendee 2/2 to 3/31 4/1 to 4/15 Onsite
First $ 199 $ 239 $ 259
Second $ 189 $ 229 $ 249
Third $ 179 $ 219 $ 239
Fourth $ 169 $ 209 $ 229
Fifth $ 159 $ 199 $ 219
If more than five individuals from your unit, council, or district
attend convention as full-time (non-student) delegates, their fee
will be at the same rate as the fifth registered individual from
your unit, council, or district.
ONLINE REGISTRATION – RECOMMENDED
1. Online registration is open February 2 to March 31. Go to
www.capta.org and click on “Convention Registration.”
2. You will be asked for your home address and where you want
exhibitor information to be sent (home or school). If you
choose a school address for exhibitor information, your
badge and workshop tickets will be sent to the school address.
If you choose the school address, identify the recipient on the
“Attention” line.
3. Complete the payment information. Not completing this step
will delay processing your order.
4. An e-mail confirmation will be sent to you upon full
completion of the online process.
5. Changes can be made to your registration until March 31. After
March 31, all changes must be made on-site during convention
hours. Additional fees will be billed to your credit card.
6. Badge and workshop tickets will be mailed to you in April.
MAIL-IN REGISTRATION – Form on page 8
1. Mail-in registration runs February 2 to April 15.
• Mailed registrations must be received by March 31 to
receive the first discounted rate, and by April 15 for the
next level discount.
2. Fill the form out completely. You may represent one unit or
council or district, only. Be sure to write in the National PTA
number, listed on the front of your membership card.
3. Write in your first and second choices of workshops.
4. Read ALL NOTICES on the form.
5. You may pre-order promo packs, ribbon packs, and sign up and
donate to Sleep In for PTA on this form.
6. Payment and a copy of your membership card must accompany
the registration form.
7. Units can mail multiple forms with one check.
8. If your completed registration request is received by March 31,
your name badge and workshop tickets will be mailed to you
prior to convention.
9. After March 31, your name badge and workshop tickets will be
held for you to pick up at the Registration Booth.
NEW UNITS AND COUNCILS REGISTRATION
Special guidelines are necessary for recently organized units and
councils awaiting acceptance of membership into the California
State PTA at the pre-convention Board of Managers meeting in
April.
1. Applications for membership into the California State PTA by
new units and councils will be accepted prior to the preconvention
Board of Managers meeting.
2. All required dues, applications, and approved bylaws must be
processed by district PTA prior to California State Board of
Managers acceptance.
3. Registrants from new units or councils not yet accepted by the
Board of Managers must register on-site. Bring a current PTA
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membership card and the earliest advanced registration fee.
They will be registered as nonvoting attendees.
4. Make checks payable to the California State PTA. New
unit/council PTA status will be verified on-site.
MEMBERSHIP REQUIREMENTS
You must show proof of membership to qualify for the
discounted rates shown on the previous page. Once verified (and
payment received), your name badge and tickets will be
processed. You can verify your membership by:
1. Entering the user ID and password provided on your
membership card when registering online.
2. Sending a copy of your membership card with your mail-in
registration form.
3. Bringing a copy of your membership card to the Registration
Booth at convention.
4. Failure to prove membership will cause your convention fees
to be assessed at the non-member rate.
TRANSFERS AND NAME CHANGES
If you have registered in advance and are unable to attend
convention, your registration may be transferred to another
person. Payment arrangements are to be managed between you,
your replacement and your unit/council PTA president.
If you registered online
• Provide your user ID and password to your replacement.
• If your replacement makes online corrections (name,
workshop, etc.) by March 31, then name badge and workshop
tickets will be mailed to him or her.
• If your replacement makes online corrections after March 31,
he or she can pick up the material at the Preregistered Booth
during convention.
If you mailed your registration
• Transfers must be made through district PTA or on-site.
• Give your original bar-coded confirmation letter to your
replacement. He/she must bring it, along with their
membership card to the Preregistration Booth to complete the
transfer.
Changes may be made on-site; however, workshops may not be
available for exchange and will be changed on a space-available
basis only. Transfers who have not submitted changes must
present a current PTA membership card and the bar-coded
confirmation letter to the Registration Booth. If no membership
card is presented, then the replacement must pay the non-PTA
member fee and will not be eligible to vote in the general
meetings.
WHEN CONVENTION BEGINS
Upon your arrival at convention, go to the Registration Booth to
pick up additional convention items that were not mailed (tote
bag, special ribbon pack, etc).
Be sure to have the following with you:
1. Mailed credentials (badge and workshop tickets);
2. Current membership card (if not previously verified); and
3. Bar-coded confirmation letter.
4. Students must bring a signed Parent/Guardian Approval and
Consent to Treatment Form. Forms are available online at
www.capta.org and through district PTAs. Mailed copies are
not accepted.
Using Credentials
Credentials may not be shared. Once convention begins, attendees
may not transfer credentials to another individual. The only exception
is if the credentials have not been used and the initial attendee
will not be participating in convention activities. Name badges
are provided to each person attending convention, and are required
for entrance to workshops, general meetings and exhibit hall.
Voting cards will be provided to voting delegates at registration
and will not be replaced if lost.
Stop at the Registration Booth to pick up your voting card (if
entitled), badge holder, ribbons, tote, and if ordered, the special
ribbon pack and convention CD. If you ordered a Promo Pack or
donated to the Sleep In for PTA you will be issued a ticket to
retrieve your items from a designated pick-up location, at your
convenience.
If you have received your badge and workshop tickets in advance
AND you have no changes, you may go directly to general
meetings, workshops, and exhibit hall prior to checking in.
However, you will not be able to vote until you obtain your
voting card at the Registration Booth.
Registration Hours
Wednesday April 27 5 - 8 p.m.
Thursday April 28 7:30 a.m. - 6:30 p.m.
Friday April 29 7 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Saturday April 30 7 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Sunday May 1 8:30 - 9:30 a.m.
REGISTRATION BOOTHS
Upon arrival at convention, you will need to check in at one of
the Registration Booths.
Use the On-site Registration Booth
If you have not preregistered through the online or mail-in process.
You must have your membership card to receive the PTA member
price. Registration forms will be available in the lobby area to
complete prior to getting in line. Full payment is required upon
registration.
Use the Preregistration Booth
• If you registered but have not received your badge and
workshop tickets in advance, be sure to have your confirmation
letter and membership card (if not already verified).
• If you have changes to your registration.
• If you forgot your badge and/or tickets, a $10 reprint fee will
be assessed.
Use the Express Registration Booth
• If you have received your badge and tickets through the mail,
AND you have no changes.
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REGISTRATION FORM
California State PTA 112 th Annual Convention / April 28-May 1, 2011 / Long Beach Convention Center
ONLINE: www.capta.org/convention • MAIL: Smart-Reg International, 990 San Antonio Road, Palo Alto, CA 94303
Print or type. Copy this form for each person registering. Please be sure to read and complete each section.
Name of Unit/Council Representing __________________________________________ National PTA number __________________________
First Name ____________________________________________________ Last Name______________________________________________
Address: Home School
Contact Phone (_______)__________________________________
Cell Phone preferred for Convention Contact
Street ________________________________________________________ E-mail Address __________________________________________
City __________________________________________________________ Emergency Contact (_______)______________________________
State ___________________________ Zip ________________
Emergency Phone (_______) _______________________________
NOTE: Convention badge and workshop tickets will be sent to the same address as requested Exhibitor Information.
Send requested Exhibitor Information to: Address above Address below
Attention ___________________________________________________ (indicate either by name or PTA title)
Registration
Opens February 2
Street ______________________________________________________ City______________________________ State ____ Zip ____________
Are you a first-time convention attendee? Yes No
Have you received an Honorary Service Award? Yes No
Special Needs:
Wheelchair access Sign language interpretation
Spanish interpretation with headphones
Hearing impaired – assisted listening device requested
Other __________________________________________________
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Session 1, Thursday, April 28
Session 2, Friday, April 29
Session 3, Friday, April 29
Session 4, Saturday, April 30
Session 5, Saturday, April 30
Choose Your Workshops
First Choice
Second Choice
____________ ____________
____________ ____________
____________ ____________
____________ ____________
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STUDENTS: Obtain Parent/Guardian Approval and Consent for
Treatment Form from district PTA or at www.capta.org and bring signed
form to convention registration.
Send a copy of your membership card with mailed registration form and
payment or bring to Registration Booth on-site. Otherwise, non-member
fees will be assessed.
A confirmation e-mail will be sent upon receipt of registration form and
payment. Badges and tickets will be mailed for registrations received prior to
April 1. Registrations received April 1 and after must be picked up on-site.
There will be a $10 reprint fee for forgotten badges/tickets.
STATEMENT OF UNDERSTANDING: By registering you agree to the terms
and conditions set forth in the registration information of the Registration Book
for the 2011 California State PTA Convention in Long Beach. This registration
is transferable. Payments for transfers must be handled between you and your
replacement and your unit/council/district PTA president. There are no refunds
for California State PTA registration and event fees.
PHOTOGRAPHY RELEASE: By registering for or attending the California
State PTA Convention you hereby grant and assign the California State PTA and
its legal representatives the irrevocable and unrestricted right to use and publish
for editorial, trade, advertising or any other purpose and in any manner and
medium, including website and Internet promotion, all photographic, video, and
digital images of you and your guests taken while in attendance at the California
State PTA Convention. By registering for or attending the California State PTA
Convention you hereby release the California State PTA and its legal representatives
from all claims and liability relating to said photographs, video and digital
images.
Registration Fees
Feb 2-
Mar 31
Apr 1-
Apr 15
Full-time
• voting / nonvoting $199 $239 $259
Full-time Student
• voting / nonvoting
discount does not apply $99 $99 $99
One Day
• nonvoting $110 $130 $140
One Day Student
• nonvoting $60 $60 $60
Non PTA Member $500 $500 $500
Exhibit Hall Only
$60 $60 $60
• PTA member
Exhibit Hall Only
• non PTA member
$150 $150 $150
On-site Payment
Special Activity / Item Price Qty
Town Hall – free but requires ticket n/c 0.00
Special Event: BIG BEACH BALL $45
Special Ribbon Pack – 5 ribbons $20
Sleep In for PTA – shirt/ribbon $20
Convention Handout CD $5
Promo Pack 1 S M L XL
T-Shirt & Pin
XXL
XXXL
Promo Pack 2 S M L XL
Sport Shirt & Pin
XXL
XXXL
Promo Pack 3 S M L XL
V-Neck Shirt & Pin
XXL
XXXL
$13
$15
$16
$26
$29
$30
$26
$29
$30
DISCOUNT: Subtract applied amount (full-time, non-student
attendees, only) 2 nd = $10 / 3 rd = $20 / 4 th = $30 / 5 th = $40 –
TOTAL ALL FEES
Payment in Full Required $
Check # _______________ Made payable to “California State PTA”
Credit card: MasterCard Visa
Exp. Date ___ ___/___ ___
Card Number ___ ___ ___ ___/___ ___ ___ ___/___ ___ ___ ___/___ ___ ___ ___
Card Security Code (three-digit code on the back of the card) ___ ___ ___
Signature_________________________________________________________
Address (if different than attendee) ____________________________________
________________________________________________________________
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HOTEL PLANNING
Hotel reservations must be accomplished online. Links to the designated convention hotels are on the California State PTA website
(www.capta.org). Click on the CONVENTION REGISTRATION button to access the hotel links. Each official convention hotel has
set up a special reservation section for California State PTA convention attendees.
The Westin Hotel has been selected as a convention hotel, and is located within walking distance of the convention center. The official
headquarters for the California State PTA 112 th Annual Convention is the Hyatt-Regency Hotel. It is located next to the Long Beach
Convention Center. Staying at one of these two designated hotels will help the California State PTA meet its contractual obligations
for this and future conventions.
WESTIN HOTEL
333 E. Ocean Blvd., Long Beach, CA 90802
Single Occupancy: $179 Double Occupancy: $179
Triple Occupancy: $204 Quadruple Occupancy: $229
Included with this reservation:
Complimentary Internet in the guestroom rate;
discounted parking of one overnight discounted self
parking pass of $5 per reservation, per night. Additional
vehicle parking rate at $15 for self parking or
$19 for valet parking.
Cancellation policy:
72 hours notice must be given to cancel a reservation.
Make note of the cancellation number or you may be
charged for one night (room plus tax). Name changes
to rooms must be accomplished 10 days prior to arrival
at no additional charge, and provided there is no
change to the arrival and departure dates. An early departure
fee of $50 will be charged to the guest account.
BOOKING DETAILS
Reservation made at: Westin Hyatt-Regency
Confirmation#: ______________________________________________
Reservation Agent: ___________________________________________
Occupancy: Single Double Triple Quadruple
Name: ______________________
Name: ______________________
Name: ______________________
Name: ______________________
Date of Arrival: _____________________________________________
Date of Departure: ___________________________________________
What you need to know:
Housing reservations open as of February 2.
The group reservation rate is available online until April 6.
After April 6, reservations must be made directly with the hotels
and may be at a higher rate.
Have a credit card available to reserve your room.
Payment will be made directly to the hotel of choice, at the end of
your hotel stay.
Expect the hotel to require payment by credit card or cash, only.
HYATT-REGENCY HOTEL
200 South Pine Avenue, Long Beach, CA 90802
Single Occupancy: $179 Double Occupancy: $189
Triple Occupancy: $189 Quadruple Occupancy: $189
Cancellation policy:
Advance deposits or credit card guarantees will be
refundable if the reservation is cancelled 72 hours
prior to arrival. If cancellation occurs within 72
hours, an amount equal to one night’s room and
tax will be charged to guaranteed credit card or the
deposit will be non-refundable.
FAQ’s
Do I have to make reservations online or can I call the hotel directly?
Registering online is the preferred method. However, a specially designated
phone number will be viewable once you access the hotel link on
the www.capta.org website. You may then, contact the hotel directly.
I don’t have Internet access. How can I register for housing?
You will need to work with someone who does have Internet access to
obtain the specially designated phone number for the hotels. Once you
have this phone number, you can contact the hotels directly.
I don’t have a credit card – will you take a cashier’s check?
Unfortunately, not for housing.
What if I have roommates? How do we indicate whom we want to room
with?
Designate one of the roommates to reserve the room, and indicate the
number of individuals staying on the sign up page. Upon arrival at the
hotel, you will need to identify each guest who will be sharing the room.
If you need further information please contact the California State PTA, 916.440.1985, ext. 315.
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WORKSHOPS BY INTEREST
Session 1 = T01-T09 Session 2 = F01-F19 Session 3 = F50-F68 Session 4 = S01-S20 Session 5 = S50-S68
Thursday, 10 a.m Friday, 8 a.m. Friday, 10 a.m. Saturday, 11 a.m. Saturday, 2 p.m.
ARTS EDUCATION
F01 Champions for the Arts: Join the
Movement!
F50 Case Studies in Leadership: PTA’s
School Smarts Parent Academy
S01 Arts Education: Making a Difference
in Students’ Lives
BYLAWS
T01 Walk Through the Bylaws
F02 Electronic Bylaws – A New Approach
to Bylaws
F51 Parliamentary Procedure ABCs
S02 More Parliamentary Procedure
BYLAWS and LEADERSHIP
S50 PTA Meetings Gone Wild!
COMMUNICATIONS
F03 Out There! Getting Your Message Out to
the Community
S03 Creating a PTA Website
S04 Poised – Confident – Effective
S51 Oh My! Is Your Child a Good Digital
Citizen?
S52 News Flash – Printed or Posted, Get
Your Message Across
COMMUNITY CONCERNS
F04 Bullying in the 21st Century
F05 Attendance COUNTS!!!
F52 Child Trafficking – What You Don’t
Know
F53 Oh No! My Kid Has a License!
COMMUNITY CONCERNS AND
PARENT EDUCATION
F06 Mentoring Begins With ME
DIVERSITY
T02 Building Community Unity
F07 Building Bridges: Dual Immersion
Program for English Learners
S53 Including Everyone in the PTA
S65 Making Diversity Everyone’s Business
EDUCATION
F08 Partnership for 21st Century Skills:
Student Readiness
F54 Science, Technology, Engineering and
Math: The Hope of the Future
F55 Surfing School Finance
F56 Keeping Student Options Open to
Success
S05 Promising Practices for English
Language Learners
S54 Educating for Democracy, the Civic
Mission of Schools
S55 Making Sense: A Parent’s Guide to
Middle School Students
EDUCATION AND PARENT INVOLVEMENT
S56 Never Too Early To Inspire Kids
With the Promise of College!
FINANCE
T03 Be a Great Treasurer, Parts 1 and 2
T04 Legal and Tax Aspects of PTA
F09 Insurance Myth Busters
F10 Make Life Easier With PTAEZ TM
F11 Planning and Budgeting for Success
F57 More “Great Treasurer” Gems and
Jewels
F58 Finance for Councils and Districts,
Part 1
S06 Be a Great Treasurer, Part 1
S07 Finance for Councils and Districts,
Part 2
S57 Are All Your Duck$$$ in a Row?
S58 Be a Great Treasurer, Part 2
HEALTH
F12 Disordered Eating: Helping Parents
Help Their Children
F59 Improving School Breakfast Programs:
A Winning Strategy for All!
S08 Advocating for Quality Physical Activity
and Physical Education
S59 A Breath of Fresh Air: Indoor Air
Quality and Asthma in Schools
LEADERSHIP
T05 PTA Presidents’ Boot Camp –
We Want You!
F13 You’re on the Board – How to Have
Fun But Get the Job Done!
F14 PTA Presidents’ Boot Camp –
We Want You! Part 1 (offered twice)
F15 The Role of Council and District Board
Members – Part 1
F60 Conflict in Your PTA?
F61 PTA Presidents’ Boot Camp –
We Want You! Part 2 (offered twice)
F64 Tell Us What You Really Think!
S10 Goal Setting: Your GPS for Success
S11 Dealing With Leadership Dilemmas
S12 How To Attract Volunteers
S13 PTA Presidents’ Boot Camp –
We Want You! Part 1 (offered twice)
S60 The Brave New World of Leadership
S61 PTA Presidents’ Boot Camp –
We Want You! Part 2 (offered twice)
S62 The Role of Council and District Board
Members – Part 2
LEGISLATION
T06 From Issues to Action – All Politics are
Local!
F16 What Every PTA President Needs To
Know About Advocacy
F62 Hot Topics: Get the Latest From
Sacramento and D.C.
S63 How To Be Heard in Sacramento
MEMBERSHIP
T07 All Things Membership
F17 Membership – You Get the Idea!
S14 Using Just Between Friends for
Membership Management
S64 Membership Role for Councils and
Districts
S65 Making Diversity Everyone’s Business
PARENT INVOLVEMENT
T08 Parent Involvement: Helping Your
Child Achieve Academic Success
F63 Inspiring Volunteers and Cultivating
Parent Involvement
S09 Welcoming Schools: How To Change a
Fortress School Into a Partnership
School
S66 Building Male Leadership in PTA
PROGRAMS
T09 Step Right Up! Get Your PTA Programs
Here!
F65 PTA Spotlight Award: Unit Award-
Winning Program Ideas
F66 Reflections (offered twice)
S16 PTA Spotlight Award: Council Award-
Winning Program Ideas
S17 Reflections (offered twice)
S67 Advanced Reflections for Council and
District Coordinators
RESOLUTIONS
S15 Start a Revolution – Write a Resolution!
SCHOLARSHIP AND GRANT
F18 $$$ Show Me the Money: Applying for
PTA Scholarships and Grants
S68 Making Millions for Your PTA: Grant
Writing Made Easy
SECRETARY
S18 Don’t Put Your Unit in Jeopardy –
Write Your Minutes Right!
SPECIAL NEEDS
F19 I’m Here, Too!
F67 After the Crash
S19 Do You Know What You Can Do With
IEP?
STUDENT INVOLVEMENT
F68 Increase Student Involvement in
PTA/PTSA
S20 College Survival Guide
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SPECIAL TRACKS
As requested through the evaluation process, a line of workshops specifically dedicated for council and district officers has been arranged.
We have also included a special track highlighting Diversity and Inclusion workshops. Days and times are listed in the next section.
Council and District
F15 The Role of Council and
District Board Members
Part 1 – It’s different outside of the unit! Understand
your new role as a council/district leader in a larger
community. Required officer positions will be covered.
You are an important link in the PTA structure, and
there are resources and tools to help you support your
members. Learn how to be effective!
S62 The Role of Council and
District Board Members
Part 2 – As a follow-up to Part 1, we’ll review the
highlights of Advanced Leadership Tools. Providing
training is your responsibility. It’s easy if you use our
pre-packaged Leadership Development Presentations.
You’ll leave a trained leader equipped to deal with any
number of situations.
F58 Finance for Councils and Districts
Part 1 – Learn how to support unit financial officers;
collect and review unit financial documents; remit per
capita and insurance; and review state reports.
S07 Finance for Councils and Districts
Part 2 – Continue learning how to support unit
financial officers, and deal with taxes and abatement
letters. Gain skills to prepare and present trainings,
identify red flags, compile information for taxes, write
abatement letters and resolve problems.
S16 PTA Spotlight Award: Council
Award-Winning Program Ideas
Learn from past PTA Spotlight-Council Award
recipients about successful programs. Be inspired,
empowered and motivated to plan and achieve your
best program ever!
S64 Membership Role for Councils and Districts
Learn the essential responsibilities of councils and
districts in promoting and supporting successful
membership campaigns. Learn how to market the
value and benefits of PTA. Learn how to set timelines,
goals and incentives. Learn strategies, resources and
tools for assisting local leaders. Hear about the new
award structure!
S67 Advanced Reflections for
Council and District Coordinators
Beyond the basics – this Reflections workshop will
provide participants with a better understanding of the
process for submitting Reflections entries to the next
level. Learn more about the documentation required
to submit Reflections on to District or State and get
your questions answered about the finer points of the
program.
Diversity and Inclusion
T02 Building Community Unity
Join in a thought-provoking discussion and assessment on creating a rich and
diverse PTA. Create true community unity across all cultures. It draws on our own
experiences, stereotypes and perceptions. Its purpose is to help create enriched
understanding and relationships within PTA and the larger community.
F59 Improving School Breakfast Programs: A Winning Strategy for All!
Successful school breakfast programs lead to learning, nutritional, health, behavioral
and financial benefits. Yet, most California students don’t eat school breakfasts.
Learn about the statewide BreakfastFirst Campaign, State PTA’s role as co-sponsor,
and how parents can help ensure every student starts the school day well-nourished
and ready to learn!
F63 Inspiring Volunteers and Cultivating Parent Involvement
Volunteering is one of the most important things you can do for children. Come and
learn effective and innovative strategies for volunteering from representatives of the
Riverside County Office of Education, and the Twenty-Third District PTA Parent
Involvement Team. You will learn how to use the Parents Empowering Parents
manual, and other PTA resources to reach out and make a difference in your school
community.
S05 Promising Practices for English Language Learners
This workshop will present data and strategies from school districts on successful
elementary programs for English Language Learners. The presenters will describe
their programs, the research behind the program designs, and their results. New
research and recommendations for serving secondary English learners will also be
shared.
S12 How To Attract Volunteers
Need we say more? What have you missed? Is this a problem for your PTA? We’ll
give you some food for thought on how to establish, build and empower your
volunteer network.
S53 Including Everyone in the PTA
Are you interested in building a more diverse and inclusive PTA representative of all
the children in your school community? This workshop explores methods you can
use to achieve your aims. You will leave with strategies to increase membership and
diversity within your association’s leadership.
S55 Making Sense: A Parent’s Guide to Middle School Students
A look at the 3 B’s (body, brain and behavior) of young adolescents. Learn why they
are all about appearance; why they are so emotional; and why they willingly take
risks. Learn how to better communicate with them, and what research says is the
best way to help them succeed in school.
S65 Making Diversity Everyone’s Business
Gather ideas for building a diverse PTA while increasing your PTA membership …
beyond the usual suspects! Expand your ideas about who can be members of PTA.
Learn how PTA is relevant for each stakeholder group.
S66 Building Male Leadership in PTA
Men are needed for PTA. Now is the time to move beyond just being a member and
step up into a leadership role. More men are getting involved supporting their
children’s education. This workshop will address, recognize and appreciate
differences in leadership styles, and how to support men as they begin to get
involved in leadership roles.
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WORKSHOP DESCRIPTIONS
Use the following meters and tracks to guide you in choosing the best workshops for your needs.
Basic
Information
Intermediate
Information
Advanced
Information
Basic and
Intermediate Information
Intermediate and
Advanced Information
Information
for Everyone
Presented in Spanish Interpreted in Spanish
Track A New Officers
Track B Experienced Officers
Track C Issues Affecting Children and Youth
Track D Advocacy
Track E Diversity and Inclusion
Track S Student Focus
Thursday, April 28
10 a.m. - 1 p.m.
T04 Legal and Tax Aspects of PTA
T07 All Things Membership
T01 Walk Through the Bylaws
Track
A
Learn how to complete bylaws, article
by article, section by section and page
by page.
T02 Building Community Unity
Track
Join in a thought-provoking discussion
and assessment on creating a rich and
diverse PTA. Create true community
unity across all cultures. This workshop
draws on our own experiences,
stereotypes and perceptions. Its purpose
is to help create enriched understanding
and relationships within PTA and
the larger community.
T03 Be a Great Treasurer, Parts 1 and 2
Track
A
An in-depth discussion of financial
procedures for all financial officers.
Attendees will be guided step by step
through an entire financial year.
Topics include banking, budgets,
money handling and financial reports.
[Presented again in two parts on
Saturday]. Supplement with More
“Great Treasurer” Gems and Jewels!
Interpreted in Spanish
E
T05
T06
Track A B
The California State PTA attorney, an
IRS tax professional and PTA finance
commissioners will discuss legal issues
for nonprofit associations, along with
the tax filing requirements for all PTAs.
This workshop will be interactive and
rewarding for any officer.
PTA Presidents’ Boot Camp –
We Want You!
Track
A
New PTA presidents: Get armed and
ready to lead your PTA toward the
completion of your mission. Resource
materials, structure and support are
available to help you meet the responsibilities
of your new role as a leader.
Learn how to protect and serve every
child with one voice. [Offered as a
two-part series on Friday and again on
Saturday]
From Issues to Action –
All Politics Are Local!
Track A B D
Learn from local PTA leaders how to
successfully impact issues affecting
children and families in your community.
This workshop will include guest
speakers and hands-on activities, which
will provide practical suggestions you
can take home and implement.
T08
T09
Track
A
Membership questions answered here!
Learn how to prepare and implement a
successful yearlong membership
campaign, including best practices,
sample materials, and use of resources
to promote membership. Take away
creative methods for sharing the value
and benefits of PTA. Hear about
California State PTA’s new membership
award structure.
Parent Involvement: Helping Your
Child Achieve Academic Success
Track A C D
This workshop focuses on the
importance of family engagement
for student academic success. It will
provide participants with information
on the various levels of parent/guardian
involvement, and how to build strong
relationships with children by
understanding the Community
Learning Theory and Unity Principal.
Presented in Spanish with English
interpretation
Step Right Up!
Get Your PTA Programs Here!
Track A B
No need to reinvent the wheel! This
three-part workshop will walk you
through step-by-step strategies to:
1) present successful PTA programs;
2) empower you with resources and
information to conduct existing
California State PTA and National
PTA programs, and; 3) exchange
program ideas with your fellow
participants.
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Friday, April 29
8 - 9:30 a.m.
F07
Building Bridges: Dual Immersion
Program for English Learners
F12
Disordered Eating: Helping
Parents Help Their Children
F01
F02
F03
Champions for the Arts:
Join the Movement!
Track C D
Momentum is building across the state
as PTA, educators and arts organizations
promote a collective vision for a
quality 21 st century education that
includes the arts. Get involved as an
arts education chairperson or join the
SMARTS network and speak up to enrich
the future of California’s children.
Electronic Bylaws –
A New Approach to Bylaws
Track
Out There! Getting Your
Message Out to the Community
Track
A
A new tool in the PTA toolbox for
developing unit bylaws. Come and
see what it’s all about.
B
Learn the ways and wiles to reach
media outlets, community leaders and
others. Strategies to publicize your
events and promote the PTA. Get an
inside view from marketing and media
pros.
F04 Bullying in the 21 st Century
Track
How has technology changed bullying
in the new century? Hear practical
suggestions to identify and prevent
bullying. Learn how to deal with other
obstacles that can hinder academic
progress and stunt children’s
emotional growth.
C
F05 Attendance COUNTS!!!
Track
Did you know that chronic absenteeism
begins in elementary school? The
latest research drives home the critical
importance of school attendance by
elementary school students. Our
expert presenter offers compelling
information and practical solutions
for parents and schools.
F06 Mentoring Begins With ME
Track
California has more than 70,000
children in foster care. Learn about the
challenges these children face and
discover ways, big and small, in which
you can make a difference in their lives.
C
C
Track A C E
California serves the most diverse and
largest immigrant communities in the
United States. Students benefit when
we approach language diversity as a
resource to be respected and fostered.
Participants will engage, support and
understand the concept of an equitable
education, and how as primary
educators they can advocate for their
children.
Presented in Spanish with English
interpretation
F08 Partnership for 21st Century
Skills: Student Readiness
Track C D
Learn how the Framework for 21 st
Century Learning integrates all
subject areas with the Four Cs (critical
thinking, communication, collaboration
and creativity) to engage all students
in meaningful learning. Learn how
students get prepared for college,
career and citizenship in the 21 st
century. Learn how schools, parents
and the entire community are engaged
in the process.
F09 Insurance Myth Busters
Track A B
Join California State PTA and insurance
representatives to learn what you need
to know about PTA insurance coverage
and the benefits it provides. Learn the
effective use of the Insurance and
Loss Prevention Guide procedures for
protecting the assets of PTA.
F10 Make Life Easier With PTAEZ TM
Track A B
Come learn how to manage your
PTA’s finances using this web-based
accounting software developed
exclusively for PTA.
F11 Planning and Budgeting for Success
Track A B
All board members should learn the
importance of goal-setting, planning
out the year, and developing a budget
based upon the goals and purposes of
your PTA. Participants will be guided
through the process of developing,
adopting and revising a PTA budget.
F13
F14
F15
F16
Track
Is someone you care about struggling
with disordered eating? Learn about
behaviors, symptoms, coping
strategies and much more in this
dynamic session.
C
You’re on the Board – How To
Have Fun But Get the Job Done!
Track A B S
As PTA leaders, you are not alone!
Learn the basics of your board positions
and the many resources available to
run a successful PTA. Learn how to
have a fun but productive meeting!
Interpreted in Spanish
PTA Presidents’ Boot Camp –
We Want You! Part 1 – (offered twice)
Track
A
New PTA presidents: Get armed and
ready to lead your PTA toward the
completion of your mission. Resource
materials, structure and support are
available to help you meet the
responsibilities of your new role as a
leader. Learn how to protect and serve
every child with one voice. [Must take
PTA President’s Boot Camp – We
Want You! Part 2, on Friday at 10 a.m.
or Saturday at 2 p.m.]
The Role of Council and
District Board Members – Part 1
Track
B
It’s different outside of the unit!
Understand your new role as a
council/district leader in a larger
community. Required officer positions
will be covered. You are an important
link in the PTA structure, and there are
resources and tools to help you support
your members. Learn how to be
effective! [The Role of Council and
District Board Members – Part 2 is
offered on Saturday at 2 p.m.]
What Every PTA President
Needs To Know About Advocacy
Track
A
Congratulations! You have been
elected PTA President! Feel the
excitement as we take you into the
world of advocacy. Learn how to find
an advocacy chairman, how to build
an advocacy team, and how to
navigate the waters of local elections,
candidate forums, legislative action
and parent advocacy education.
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F17 Membership - You Get the Idea!
F18
Track
Friday, April 29
F52 Child Trafficking – What You Don’t Know
Track
A
Collect 90 minutes of ideas – themes,
incentives, promotions and more – to
launch your membership campaign
and ensure a successful year. Learn
strategies for inviting, involving and
retaining members to build a
welcoming PTA. Create an inclusive
spirit that unites parents, teachers and
students around your PTA.
$$$ Show Me the Money: Applying for
PTA Scholarships and Grants
Track
A
Need a PTA money tree? This
interactive workshop will give you
tips, timelines and helpful hints on
writing a successful California State
PTA grant or scholarship application.
F19 I’m Here, Too!
F50
Track
Come and listen to a panel discussion
on the impact of being the sibling of a
child with special needs.
10 - 11:30 a.m.
Case Studies in Leadership: PTA’s
School Smarts Parent Academy
Track
With support from the Hewlett Foundation,
the California State PTA is
piloting a dynamic parent engagement
and training program in 14 schools
across the state. Discover effective
strategies to increase engagement, build
leadership capacity, and provide input
as PTA develops a model for all units.
Interpreted in Spanish
F51 Parliamentary Procedure ABCs
Track
A
Meet with Dr. Mark Schilansky, a
nationally registered parliamentarian,
for an introduction to basic PTA
parliamentary procedures. These
demonstrated procedures will enable
PTA leaders to conduct meetings
efficiently.
Learn the surprising truth about who
is at risk, and what you can do to
protect your child.
C
C
C
F53 Oh No! My Kid Has a License!
F54
Track
Meet experts who will provide
practical advice to parents of new teen
drivers to help them become competent,
skillful drivers. Parent involvement is
the key to teen driver safety. Are you
ready? Come and learn what parents
need to know about driving rules,
responsibilities and penalties.
Knowledge = Parent Calming!
Science, Technology, Engineering and
Math: The Hope of the Future
Track C D S
Jobs in science, technology,
engineering and math (STEM) fields
are growing rapidly, yet current STEM
education is failing to provide students
with the skills and knowledge they
need. Learn what changes are needed
in STEM education, how to advocate
for it, and what has been successful in
K-12 schools.
C
F55 Surfing School Finance
F56
F57
Track A B C D S
Take a ride along the waves of school
finance. Learn how money motivates
your school district and impacts your
child’s education.
Keeping Student Options
Open to Success
Track
Here’s one way for students to become
successful. Linked Learning transforms
a student’s high school experience by
integrating academics and college
preparatory studies with technical
education and real-world experiences.
There are 15 broad industry sectors,
and students follow industry-themed
pathways in fields such as engineering,
biomedicine, health, arts and media,
business and green energy.
C
More “Great Treasurer”
Gems and Jewels
Track
B
A supplement to Be a Great Treasurer.
This workshop will explore in detail
fundraising, inventory control,
employees vs.independent contractors,
workers’ compensation and more.
F58
F59
Finance for Councils and Districts –
Part 1
Track
B
Learn how to support unit financial
officers; collect and review unit
financial documents; remit per capita
and insurance; and review state reports.
[Finance for Councils and Districts,
Part 2, is offered on Saturday at
11 a.m.]
Improving School Breakfast Programs:
A Winning Strategy for All!
Track C D E
Successful School Breakfast Programs
lead to learning, nutritional, health,
behavioral and financial benefits. Yet,
most California students don’t eat
school breakfasts. Learn about the
statewide BreakfastFirst Campaign,
California State PTA’s role as
co-sponsor, and how parents can help
ensure every student starts the school
day well-nourished and ready to learn!
F60 Conflict in Your PTA?
F61
F62
Track
A
Through information sharing and
interactive exercises, you will learn
basic skills to handle different
conflicts in your PTA.
PTA Presidents’ Boot Camp –
We Want You! Part 2 (offered twice)
Track
A
New PTA presidents: Get armed and
ready to lead your PTA toward the
completion of your mission. Resource
materials, structure and support are
available to help you meet the responsibilities
of your new role as a leader.
Learn how to protect and serve every
child with one voice. [Prerequisite:
PTA President’s Boot Camp – We
Want You! Part 1, on Friday at 8 a.m.]
Hot Topics: Get the Latest
From Sacramento and D.C.
Track A B C
What’s happening in the state Capitol
and Washington D.C.? How will
pending legislation affect children,
families and education in California?
Learn about key issues in education
and children’s issues directly from the
experts – legislators, policymakers
and political insiders. This is a popular
workshop, so reserve your seat early!
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Inspiring Volunteers and
Cultivating Parent Involvement
Track A B C E
Volunteering is one of the most important
things you can do for children.
Come and learn effective and innovative
strategies for volunteering from
representatives of the Riverside
County Office of Education, and the
Twenty-Third District PTA Parent
Involvement Team. You will learn
how to use the Parent Empowering
Parents manual, and other PTA
resources to reach out and make a
difference in your school community.
Interpreted in Spanish
F64 Tell Us What You Really Think!
F65
Track A B
No powerpoint, no lecture; just a faceto-face
with the California State PTA
leadership. Tell us what your members
want and need from your statewide
association. Please help us understand
how to grow and sustain our association
by honoring your unit’s interests.
PTA Spotlight Award: Unit
Award-Winning Program Ideas
Track A B
Learn from past PTA Spotlight-Unit
Award recipients about successful
programs. Be inspired, empowered
and motivated to plan and achieve
your best program ever!
F66 Reflections (offered twice)
Track
A
Learn about National PTA’s
Reflections Art Program. Participants
will explore ways to promote,
implement and showcase Reflections
at the unit PTA level.
F67 After the Crash
F68
Track
This workshop will feature a
neuropsychologist, who will discuss
the implications of outside activities
and the impact of injury to the brain.
C
Increase Student Involvement in
PTA/PTSA
Track A B C S
Learn how to effectively involve
students, while they successfully
balance everything in their hectic lives.
Involving students in PTA/PTSA is an
excellent way to encourage their support
and participation as stakeholders.
This workshop is primarily for high
school PTAs/PTSAs, but all are invited.
Saturday, April 30 11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
S01
S05
Arts Education: Making a Difference in
Students’ Lives
Track
An expert panel will share examples
and evidence that integrated arts
education results in greater student
engagement and achievement. Learn
about the latest arts education research
and ways in which individual students’
lives have changed for the better
through access to arts education.
S02 More Parliamentary Procedure
Track
B
Meet with Dr. Mark Schilansky, a nationally
registered parliamentarian, for
a more in-depth look at parliamentary
procedures. This workshop is for those
already familiar with parliamentary
procedure. Practice presiding and
learn how to use parliamentary tools
and special rules to make your meetings
fair, productive and enjoyable.
Basic procedures will not be covered
in this session.
C
S03 Creating a PTA Website
Track A B
Learn the basics of how to create a
website for your PTA using available
online tools. Step through creation of
a simple, easily maintained website.
Keep it dynamic using helpful tips.
Make it unique while promoting your
PTA identity. Prerequisite: Intermediate
knowledge of computers.
S04 Poised — Confident — Effective
Track
A
Public speaking can make the best of
us feel nervous. Explore strategies and
techniques to prepare and deliver your
message with confidence.
Promising Practices for
English Language Learners
Track C D E
This workshop will present data and
strategies from school districts on
successful elementary programs for
English language learners. The
presenters will describe their
programs, the research behind the
program designs and their results.
New research and recommendations
for serving secondary English learners
will also be shared.
Interpreted in Spanish
S06 Be a Great Treasurer – Part 1
S07
S08
S09
Track
A
An in-depth discussion of financial
procedures for all financial officers.
Attendees will be guided step by step
through an entire financial year. Topics
include banking, budgets, money handling
and financial reports. [Be a Great
Treasurer – Part 2, is offered on Saturday
at 2 p.m.]. Supplement with More
“Great Treasurer” Gems and Jewels!
Finance for Councils and Districts –
Part 2
Track
B
Continue learning how to support unit
financial officers, and deal with taxes
and abatement letters. Gain skills to
prepare and present trainings, identify
red flags, compile information for
taxes, write abatement letters and
resolve problems. [Finance for
Councils and Districts – Part 1, is
offered on Friday at 10 a.m.]
Advocating for Quality Physical
Activity and Physical Education
Track C D
Want stronger, smarter, healthier kids?
Developing a Comprehensive School
Physical Activity Plan gives parents,
teachers and community members a
reason to work together to make it
happen. Get the facts, tools and
resources you need at this hands-on
session for parent leaders.
Welcoming Schools:
How To Change a Fortress
School Into a Partnership School
Track C D
A welcoming school climate sets the
tone for everything else, including
improved student achievement. Learn
about and discuss research-based
strategies for making your school truly
family-friendly. You will leave with a
plan your PTA can put into action!
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S10 Goal Setting: Your GPS for Success
S15 Start a Revolution – Write a Resolution!
Saturday, April 30
2 - 3:30 p.m.
Track A B
Is goal setting on your radar yet?
Explore how to develop goals, priorities
and action plans to work smarter and
maximize your effectiveness as a
PTA. Share strategies with hands-on
activities to design your road map for
a dynamic PTA year in this interactive
workshop.
S11 Dealing With Leadership Dilemmas
Track
A
Got problems? Jump into our think tank
and join our round table! We provide
the scenarios, and you network
with others to solve some of those
common problems out there. Team
building, active listening and
brainstorming are important skills
for PTA leaders.
S12 How To Attract Volunteers
S13
S14
Track A B E
Need we say more? What have you
missed? Is this a problem for your
PTA? We’ll give you some food for
thought on how to establish, build and
empower your volunteer network.
Interpreted in Spanish
PTA Presidents’ Boot Camp – We Want
You! Part 1 (offered twice)
Track
A
New PTA presidents: Get armed and
ready to lead your PTA toward the
completion of your mission. Resource
materials, structure and support are
available to help you meet the responsibilities
of your new role as a leader.
Learn how to protect and serve every
child with one voice. [Must take PTA
President’s Boot Camp – We Want
You! Part 2, on Saturday at 2 p.m.]
Interpreted in Spanish
Using Just Between Friends for
Membership Management
Track
A
Understand the free Just Between
Friends program that maintains your
membership list, prints membership
cards and allows you to easily see who
has not renewed. Organize your
communications with members and
others. Hear about the latest
improvements and ask questions
on how this can help your unit.
S16
Track
Take a guided tour of the resolutions
process, from a child-centered issue,
to preparation, to convention adoption,
to advocacy … and public policy.
Then, experience the passion of successful
resolution makers whose efforts
on behalf of children and youth
have been realized in laws and public
policy across California.
PTA Spotlight Award:
Council Award-Winning Program Ideas
Track A B
Learn from past PTA Spotlight-
Council Award recipients about
successful programs. Be inspired,
empowered and motivated to plan
and achieve your best program ever!
S17 Reflections (offered twice)
S18
S19
Track
A
Learn about National PTA’s Reflections
Art Program. Participants will
explore ways to promote, implement
and showcase Reflections at the Unit
PTA level.
D
Don’t Put Your Unit in Jeopardy –
Write Your Minutes Right!
Track
A
So you think you know all of the answers?!
Come and learn all the “write”
things to record in your minutes to
keep your unit/council/district out of
jeopardy. We will discuss what materials
you should have on hand and tips
on how to keep the minutes straight.
Do You Know What
You Can Do With IEP?
Track
Learn what every parent needs to
know to navigate the Individualized
Education Plan (IEP) process.
C
S20 College Survival Guide
Track C S
Hear from college students about the
college experience, including dealing
with college red tape, healthcare,
student rights, getting the classes you
want, roommates, surviving the parties,
dealing with homesickness,
understanding your changing
relationship with your parents,
time-management, staying focused
on your goals, and more!
S50 PTA Meetings Gone Wild!
S51
S52
Track
A
Watch this out-of-control PTA
meeting. Then learn how to conduct
an effective and efficient meeting.
Oh My! Is Your Child a
Good Digital Citizen?
Track
Help your children learn to be smart
and savvy digital citizens who avoid
risks and practice safe, effective and
ethical behaviors. Learn tips, activities
and resources for addressing Internet
safety and security issues. Learn how
to deal with cyberbullying, sexting, and
other risky online behaviors and how
to encourage ethical behavior online.
C
News Flash – Printed or Posted,
Get Your Message Across
Track A B
Learn newsletter basics for print,
e-mail, e-newsletters, social media
and twitter.
S53 Including Everyone in the PTA
S54
Track A B E
Are you interested in building a more
diverse and inclusive PTA representative
of all the children in your school
community? This workshop explores
methods you can use to achieve your
aims. You will leave with strategies to
increase membership and diversity
within your association’s leadership.
Interpreted in Spanish
Educating for Democracy,
the Civic Mission of Schools
Track
CMS is a coalition of concerned
California individuals and
organizations seeking to enlist support
of parents, educators, as well as the
business and legal communities, labor
unions, veterans, and service groups
around the state to promote the importance
of effective civic education for
the future of our state. This workshop
will introduce parents to a campaign
that could help their children become
more effective citizens, make sure
schools are using promising
approaches known to improve civic
education, and ensure our children are
prepared to be effective, participating
citizens.
C
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S55
S56
Making Sense: A Parent’s
Guide to Middle School Students
Track C E
A look at the 3 B’s (body, brain and
behavior) of young adolescents. Learn
why they are all about appearance;
why they are so emotional; and why
they willingly take risks. Learn how to
better communicate with adolescents,
and what research says is the best way
to help them succeed in school.
Never Too Early To Inspire Kids
With the Promise of College!
Track
There’s lots of talk about preparing
our children for college, but few
practical tools for teachers and families.
Come learn about a new resource,
Believing the College Dream, that
provides detailed lessons and activities
for helping students and their families
prepare for their future and the role of
postsecondary education.
S57 Are All Your Duck$$$ in a Row?
Track A B
Don’t wait until the end of the year
to prepare for the audit. Get simple
strategies and tips for making audits
a piece of cake! Learn how to plan,
conduct and report the outcome of
your PTA audit. Reassure your
members their resources are being
managed in a businesslike manner
which complies with all regulations.
C
S58 Be a Great Treasurer – Part 2
S59
Track
A
A continued in-depth discussion of
financial procedures for all financial
officers. Attendees will be guided step
by step through an entire financial
year. Topics include banking, budgets,
money handling and financial reports.
[Be a Great Treasurer, Part 1, is
offered on Saturday at 11 a.m.] Supplement
with More “Great Treasurer”
Gems and Jewels!
A Breath of Fresh Air: Indoor Air
Quality and Asthma in Schools
Track C D S
This workshop will address actions
PTAs can take to reduce asthma
triggers and improve air quality at
schools, and serve the needs of
students with asthma. The workshop
will involve group participation and
focus on team building and advocacy.
S60 The Brave New World of Leadership
S61
S62
Track
A
Relationships are essential. Successful
leaders know how to build relationships
encouraging board cooperation,
action, participation and a stronger
school community. Come and learn
how you can be this kind of leader!
Interpreted in Spanish
PTA Presidents’ Boot Camp –
We Want You! Part 2 (offered twice)
Track
A
New PTA presidents: Get armed and
ready to lead your PTA toward the
completion of your mission. Resource
materials, structure and support are
available to help you meet the responsibilities
of your new role as a leader.
Learn how to protect and serve every
child with one voice. [Prerequisite:
PTA President’s Boot Camp – We
Want You! Part 1, on Friday at 8 a.m.
or Saturday at 11 a.m.]
Interpreted in Spanish
The Role of Council and
District Board Members – Part 2
Track
B
As a follow-up to Part 1, we’ll review
the highlights of the Advanced
Leadership Tools. Providing training is
your responsibility. It’s easy if you use
our pre-packaged Leadership
Development Presentations. You’ll
leave a trained leader equipped to deal
with any number of situations. [The
Role of Council and District Board
Members – Part 1, is offered on
Friday at 8 a.m.]
S63 How To Be Heard in Sacramento
Track B C D
You’ve dipped your toe in advocacy,
and are ready to wade in further.
Learn the next steps on how to
influence your legislators and engage
your members on issues. We will
provide a practical template for a
complete advocacy campaign and
share award-winning strategies.
S64
Membership Role for
Councils and Districts
Track
B
Learn the essential responsibilities of
councils and districts in promoting
and supporting successful membership
campaigns. Learn how to market the
value and benefits of PTA. Learn how
to set timelines, goals and incentives.
Learn strategies, resources and tools
for assisting local leaders. Hear about
the new award structure!
S65 Making Diversity Everyone’s Business
Track A B C E
Gather ideas for building a diverse
PTA while increasing your PTA membership
… beyond the usual suspects!
Expand your ideas about who can be
members of PTA. Learn how PTA is
relevant for each stakeholder group.
S66 Building Male Leadership in PTA
S67
S68
Track C D E
Men are needed for PTA. Now is the
time to move beyond just being a
member and step up into a leadership
role. More men are getting involved
supporting their children’s education.
This workshop will address, recognize,
and appreciate differences in leadership
styles and how to support men as
they begin to get involved in leadership
roles.
Advanced Reflections for
Council and District Coordinators
Track
B
Beyond the basics, this Reflections
workshop will provide participants
with a better understanding of the
process for submitting Reflections
entries to the next level. Learn more
about the documentation required to
submit Reflections on to the district or
state level, and get your questions
answered about the finer points of the
program.
Making Millions for Your PTA:
Grant Writing Made Easy
Track
A
Tired of selling gift-wrap and cookie
dough? In tough budgetary times,
one of the best sources of available
funding for your PTA programs is
through grants. Learn the how-to’s
for successful grant writing.
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DESCRIPCIÓN DE TALLERES EN ESPAÑOL
Utilice los siguientes metros y las pistas que le guiará en la elección de los mejores talleres para sus necesidades.
Información
básica
Información
intermedia
Información
avanzada
Información básica
e intermedia
Información intermedia
y avanzada
Información
para todos
Track A
Track B
Track C
Track D
Track E
Track S
Presentados
en español
Con interpretación
al español
Nuevos oficiales
Oficiales con experiencia
Cuestiones que afectan a los niños y jóvenes
Defensa activa
Diversidad e inclusión
Enfoque para el studiante
T03 Sea un gran tesorero, Partes 1 y 2
Jueves, Abril 28
TRACK A
Examen a fondo de los procedimientos financieros para
todos los agentes financieros. Se guiará a los asistentes
paso a paso a través de todo un año financiero. Los
temas incluyen banca, presupuestos, manejo de dinero
e informes financieros. Suplemento con ¡Más gemas y
joyas de un gran tesorero!
Presentación en inglés con interpretación al español
disponible.
10 a.m. - 1 p.m.
T08
Participación de los padres: para ayudar
a su niño a alcanzar el éxito académico
TRACK A C D
Este taller se centra en la importancia del compromiso
de la familia para el éxito académico del estudiante.
Proporcionará a los participantes información sobre
los distintos niveles de participación de los padres o
tutores y cómo construir relaciones sólidas con los
niños a través de la comprensión de la Teoría de
aprendizaje de comunidad y el principio de unidad.
Presentación en español con interpretación al inglés.
F07
Construcción de puentes: programa de
doble inmersión para aprendices de inglés
Viernes, Abril 29
TRACK A C E
California sirve a la comunidad inmigrante más grande
y diversa de Estados Unidos. Los estudiantes se
benefician cuando enfocamos la diversidad lingüística
como un recurso para ser respetado y fomentado. Los
participantes participarán, apoyarán y comprenderán el
concepto de una educación equitativa y de la forma en
la que como primeros educadores pueden abogar por
sus hijos.
Presentación en español con interpretación al inglés.
8 - 9:30 a.m.
F13
Estás en la junta -¡Cómo divertirse y hacer el trabajo!
TRACK A B S
¡Como líderes de la PTA, no están solos! Aprenda los
fundamentos de sus puestos en la junta y conozca los
numerosos recursos disponibles para dirigir con éxito
una PTA. ¡Obtenga información sobre cómo tener una
reunión divertida y productiva!
Presentación en inglés con interpretación al español
disponible.
F50
Construcción de puentes: programa de
doble inmersión para aprendices de inglés
Viernes, Abril 29
TRACK
C
Con apoyo de la Fundación Hewlett, la PTA de
California tiene un dinámico programa piloto de
participación de los padres en 14 escuelas del estado.
Descubra estrategias eficaces para aumentar la
participación, fomentar la capacidad de liderazgo y
brindar información a medida que la PTA desarrolla
un modelo para todas las unidades.
Presentación en inglés con interpretación al español
disponible.
10 - 11:30 a.m.
F63
Para inspirar a los voluntarios y
cultivar la participación de los padres
TRACK A B C E
El voluntariado es una de las cosas más importantes
que se pueden hacer por los niños. Venga y aprenda
estrategias eficaces e innovadoras para el voluntariado
con representantes de la Oficina de Educación del
Condado de Riverside y del Equipo de Participación
de Padres del Distrito 23 de la PTA. Aprenderá cómo
utilizar el manual “Los padres eligen participar” y
otros recursos de la PTA para tender la mano y marcar
una diferencia en su comunidad escolar.
Presentación en inglés con interpretación al español
disponible.
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S12
Prácticas prometedoras para los aprendices de inglés
TRACK C D E
Este taller presentará datos y estrategias de distritos
escolares con programas exitosos de primaria para
aprendices de inglés. Los presentadores describirán
sus programas, la investigación que respaldan los
diseños de programa y sus resultados. También
compartirán nuevas investigaciones y
recomendaciones para servir a los estudiantes
de inglés de preparatoria.
Presentación en inglés con interpretación al español
disponible.
Participación de los padres: para ayudar a
su niño a alcanzar el éxito académico
Sábado, Abril 30
TRACK A B E
¿Necesitamos decir más? ¿Qué se han perdido? ¿Es
este un problema para su PTA? Le daremos algunos
elementos para la reflexión sobre cómo establecer,
construir y potenciar su red de voluntarios.
Presentación en inglés con interpretación al español
disponible.
11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
S13
Entrenamiento intensivo para nuevos presidentes
de PTA -¡Lo queremos a usted! PARTE 1
TRACK A
Nuevos presidentes de PTA: ármense y alístense para
conducir su PTA hacia la realización de su misión.
Hay disponible secursos materiales, estructura y
soporte para ayudarle a cumplir con las responsiblities
de su nuevo papel como líder. Aprenda a proteger y
servir a todos los niños con una sola voz. [Debe tomar
Entrenamiento intensivo para nuevos presidentes de
PTA -¡Lo queremos a usted! PARTE 2 presentada en
español el sábado a las 2 p.m.]
Presentación en inglés con interpretación al español
disponible.
Sábado, Abril 30
2 - 3:30 p.m.
S53
Para incluir a todos en la PTA
S61
Entrenamiento intensivo para nuevos presidentes
de PTA -¡Lo queremos a usted! PARTE 2
S60
TRACK A B E
¿Le interesa la construcción de una PTA más diversa
y la inclusión representativa de todos los niños en su
comunidad escolar? Este taller explora los métodos
que puede utilizar para alcanzar sus objetivos. Saldrá
con estrategias para aumentar la afiliación y la
diversidad dentro del liderazgo su asociación.
Presentación en inglés con interpretación al español
disponible.
El mundo feliz de liderazgo
TRACK A
Nuevos presidentes de PTA: ármense y alístense para
conducir su PTA hacia la realización de su misión.
Hay disponible secursos materiales, estructura y
soporte para ayudarle a cumplir con las responsiblities
de su nuevo papel como líder. Aprenda a proteger y
servir a todos los niños con una sola voz [Requisito
previo: Entrenamiento intensivo para nuevos
presidentes de PTA -¡Lo queremos a usted! PARTE 1,
presentado en español el sábado a las 11 a.m.]
Presentación en inglés con interpretación al español
disponible.
TRACK A
Las relaciones son esenciales. Líderes de éxito saben
cómo construir relaciones alentando la cooperación de
la junta, la acción, la participación y la más fuerte de
la comunidad escolar. ¡Venga a aprender cómo puede
ser este tipo de líder!
Presentación en inglés con interpretación al español
disponible.
2011 California State PTA Convention — Registration Book 19

THANK YOU TO OUR 2010 SPONSORS!
Westin nitseW
Hyatt
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California Congress of Parents, Teachers, and Students, Inc.
2327 L Street
Sacramento, CA 95816
PRSRT FIRST CLASS
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PAID
PERMIT 1491
W. SACRAMENTTO, CA
Top Ten Reasons To Go to Convention
1. Hear top speakers from around the world.
2. Network with thousands of PTA members.
3. Vote on children’s and family issues.
4. Get answers to your urgent questions.
5. Choose from more than 80 hands-on
workshops.
6. Experience the best conference for a
low price.
7. Visit, see, and hear Reflections winners
from across the state.
8. Take home great fundraising ideas and
lots of free samples.
9. Shop for hot PTA Store items.
10. Recharge your PTA battery.
PROMO PACKS
Check out the convention souvenirs on
page 4. Order with early registration to
guarantee you get the right size!
Pins and shirts sold separately at the PTA Store
Design subject to change