Texas Congress of Parents & Teachers (Texas PTA)

April 17, 2025 Make New Connections for a Bright Tomorrow A message from Jennifer Easley, Texas PTA President Friends, As many of you know, two significant education bills passed last night. One opens the door to a voucher program in Texas. The other, a school funding bill, provides only a modest increase, leaving our public schools still well behind where they stood in 2019, especially when you consider the rising costs of everything from supplies to staffing. It's natural to feel frustrated or even uncertain about what this means for the future. The truth is, we don't know yet what this will look like in the months and years ahead. But here's what we do know: PTA has always been a source of light in uncertain times. During the pandemic, we reminded ourselves that when a door shuts, PTA opens a window. That spirit still holds true today. Now is the time to lean into what PTA does best -building trust, bringing people together, and making our public schools feel like home for every family. This moment calls for PTA leaders who lead with empathy, grow strong connections, and prioritize meaningful family engagement. While these legislative outcomes are not what we hoped for, they're not the end of our story. Many other bills are being considered that could truly help our children and create safer, healthier environments for them to grow and learn. Texas PTA will continue advocating for beneficial legislationwhile speaking up against proposals that don't serve the best interests of all children. Furthermore, in light of the several school violence incidents that have occurred recently, I want to assure you that Texas PTA remains committed to supporting these affected communities in any way we can. The safety and well-being of all students remain our highest priority. Our theme this year has been a tribute to Texas PTA's 115-year legacy -rest assured, you have contributed to that in remarkable ways. I think Ella and Willa would be proud, and I am truly privileged to serve beside you. The theme for the coming year will be Make New Connections for a Bright Tomorrow, and it could not be more fitting. When we focus on relationships, listen, and lead with kindness, we create lasting change for this school year and for generations to come. You are the heart of that future. And it is my honor to build it with you. With gratitude, Jennifer Easley Texas PTA President 2023-2025

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Texas PTA Proudly Announces National Finalists for the Reflections Arts Program 🎨  We are delighted to announce that students from across Texas have been selected as National PTA Reflections Program finalists! The Reflections Program, celebrating its 50+ year legacy, continues to inspire students to explore their talents and express themselves through the arts. Our Texas finalists represent 21 school districts, showcasing the exceptional artistic talent and creativity flourishing throughout our state. The following districts have produced national finalists: Allen ISD, Carrollton/Farmers Branch ISD, Clear Creek ISD, Corpus Christi ISD, Dallas ISD, Denton ISD, Dripping Springs ISD, Fort Bend ISD, Fort Worth ISD, Frisco ISD, Garland ISD, Katy ISD, Keller ISD, Leander ISD, Lewisville ISD, Lubbock ISD, North East ISD, Plano ISD, Richardson ISD, Round Rock ISD, and Spring Branch ISD. This achievement represents countless hours of creative exploration, mentoring, and the dedicated support of parents, teachers, and PTA volunteers who believe in the transformative power of arts education. View complete state-level results: https://lnkd.in/gwhmkn5X Browse the national-level advancing entries in our gallery: https://lnkd.in/gRbm2sPR Mark your calendar for the Awards Ceremony: https://lnkd.in/ghMWbz9K Texas PTA remains committed to supporting well-rounded educational experiences that nurture creativity, critical thinking, and self-expression. We invite education leaders, arts advocates, and community partners to join us in celebrating these exceptional young artists. 👏

📣 Big News! Rally Day 2025 is Almost Here! We’re thrilled to welcome a bipartisan group of Texas state leaders to Rally Day 2025 at the State Capitol! Our distinguished speakers include: ✅ State Rep. Alma Allen (D) ✅ State Rep. Brad Buckley (R) ✅ State Rep. Drew Darby (R) ✅ State Rep. Gina Hinojosa (D) ✅ State Rep. James Talarico (D) ✅ State Rep. Jay Dean (R) ✅ Senator Nathan Johnson (D) ✅ Texas Commissioner of Education Mike Morath 📅 Mark your calendar for Monday, February 24, 2025! 🔹 Student & Adult Caucuses – 9:30 AM 🔹 Capitol Rally – 11:30 AM This is your chance to engage with key decision-makers and be part of an important conversation about the future of public education in Texas. Don't miss this opportunity to make your voice heard! 📢 Join us and be part of the movement! Follow along with #TXPTARally25 for updates. See you at the Capitol!

🎨 Exciting News for Arts Education in Texas! Thrilled to share that Texas Congress of Parents & Teachers (Texas PTA) has received a $15,000 grant from Walmart to support our Reflections program. This incredible support will empower thousands of Texas students to explore their creativity through arts. By investing in student creativity, we're nurturing the next generation of artists and innovators. A huge thank you to Walmart for helping us expand arts education opportunities across the Lone Star State!

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