Fourth District PTA

PTA-supported bills signed into law

2009-10-20T13:57:00.000-07:00

CA PTA Legislative Information Alert October 15, 2009California State PTA members across the state who dedicate themselves to grass-roots efforts, PTA commissioners who study the issues, and PTA advocates who walk the halls of the State Capitol have several reasons to be proud of their work today. Despite a rancorous legislative session, numerous PTA-supported bills were signed into law that will

State Schools Chief Jack O'Connell Releases 2008-09 Accountability Progress Report

2009-09-15T22:00:00.000-07:00

SACRAMENTO – State Superintendent of Public Instruction Jack O'Connell today released California's 2008-09 Accountability Progress Report (APR), which provides results from the state accountability system: the Academic Performance Index (API), as well as the federal accountability system: Adequate Yearly Progress (AYP) and Program Improvement (PI). Both the API and AYP are based upon statewide

Join the PTA PSA campaign

2009-09-04T17:16:00.000-07:00

New videos get to the heart of family involvement.Just in time for the new school year, the California State PTA has launched a public service announcement (PSA) campaign to engage families and promote PTA.These video announcements feature real PTA members speaking straight from the heart about the benefits and rewards of getting involved in their children's public schools. (They were made

Gov. Schwarzenegger Calls Special Session to Ensure California Is Eligible to Compete for Billions in Recovery Funding for Education

2009-08-20T17:34:00.000-07:00

PRESS RELEASE08/20/2009 GAAS:451:09 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEGov. Schwarzenegger Calls Special Session to Ensure California Is Eligible to Compete for Billions in Recovery Funding for EducationAnnounces Legislative Package to Address Obama Administration Requirements On July 24, 2009, President Obama and U.S. Secretary of Education Arne Duncan outlined federal requirements for states to compete

National PTA Ushers in Change

2009-08-16T21:06:00.000-07:00

FT. LAUDERDALE, FLA. (June 25, 2009) – An historic moment in American history will take place this weekend at National PTA’s convention in Ft. Lauderdale, Fla. (June 27-29). In an era of firsts, a male will be installed as national president for the first time in PTA’s 113-year history. Representing a long line of visionary leaders since 1897 for an organization once known as the National

Shortsighted Budget Jeopardizes State's Future

2009-08-15T19:34:00.000-07:00

PTA President Urges Balance and Investment in ChildrenSACRAMENTO - California State PTA President Jo Loss issued the following response to news of the pending budget agreement. "California State PTA and our nearly 1 million members have serious concerns with the long-lasting negative impact this budget will have on children and families in California. "We recognize the state is facing an

Fourth District PTA Recognizes Outstanding Achievements of Units and Councils

2009-06-01T20:18:00.000-07:00

By Patty Jordan, Fourth District PTA Executive Vice PresidentTwo councils and three units will be recognized by Fourth District PTA for their outstanding accomplishments this year. The awards will be presented at the General Meeting and Awards Luncheon this Thursday.Creative Membership Award — CouncilCapistrano Unified Council of PTSAsCUCPTSA posted an impressive 40% increase in membership

June Orange Leaves now available

2009-06-01T19:57:00.000-07:00

The June issue of "Orange Leaves", the official publication of the Fourth District PTA, is now available on our Web site at http://www.fourthdistrictpta.org/orangeleaves. Archives of past issues are also available.

Barbra Davis Receives Joyful Child Foundation Award

2009-05-23T20:26:00.000-07:00

Congratulations to Barbra Davis, PTA president at Sunset Lane Elementary School (Fullerton Council), who received an award at the Joyful Child Foundation Luncheon in May. Barbra and the Sunset Lane PTA were recognized for the creation of a “Samantha’s Pride” program at the school. Adult volunteers wearing red vests are stationed around the school as children arrive and leave to watch over the

CAPTA: Not time to retreat from addressing children's needs

2009-05-20T19:37:00.001-07:00

CALIFORNIA STATE PTAContact:Carol KocivarVice President, Communications(415) 577-1125Alison apRobertsCommunications Manager(916) 440-1985, ext. 106aaproberts@capta.orgCalifornia State PTA: Now is not the time toretreat from addressing the needs of all childrenSACRAMENTO - California State PTA President Pam Brady called on state leaders to redouble their efforts to steer California through its

Spring Training Workshops

2009-05-09T23:58:00.000-07:00

Fourth District PTA will hold their annual spring training workshops on May 28, 2009, at Vanguard University in Costa Mesa. Workshops for new, incoming unit and council officers can select from a variety of workshops including presidential basics (offered in English and Spanish), financial procedures, communications, secretary, treasurer, and more. There are both a morning and evening session

Members receive Fourth District PTA annual awards

2009-05-09T23:43:00.000-07:00

Three well-deserving PTA volunteers received Fourth District PTA's highest honors at the Administrators' Dinner held March 26, 2009, at the Doubletree Hotel in Santa Ana, Calif.Patty Christiansen, Golden Oak AwardWhen you ask Patty why she is involved in PTA her response is always, “It’s all about the kids.” During 30 years in PTA she has held just about every position and has served as board

Fourth District PTA members attend National PTA Conference

2009-05-09T23:40:00.000-07:00

California swept this year’s National PTA advocacy honors, with both the State PTA and Capistrano Unified Council PTSA winning Outstanding Advocacy awards. Kim Anderson, Capistrano’s Advocacy Chair, was named the Shirley Igo Advocate of the year. The awards were presented at the National PTA Legislative Conference in Washington. The following is Kim Anderson’s report on that conference.Capistrano

Fourth District PTA goes to Sacramento

2009-05-09T23:36:00.000-07:00

Eighty-four PTA members from Orange County attended the Sacramento Safari in March. They heard from a variety of speakers, including members of the State PTA Legislation Team, the Governor’s deputy legislative secretary, the Legislative Analyst, the chief deputy from the California Department of Education, and representatives from legislators’ offices. The PTA members visited legislators’

Fourth District PTA officers elected for 2009-2011

2009-05-09T22:32:00.000-07:00

The election of Fourth District PTA Executive Board members was held at the general meeting on March 26. Congratulations to the following officers, who were elected for the 2009-2011 term:President: Patty JordanExecutive Vice President: Celia Jaffe1st Vice President, Programs: Christie Parker2nd Vice President, Advocacy: Patty Christiansen3rd Vice President, Education: Susan Kinzinger4th Vice

Leg Link - State PTA Special Election Legislative Alert

2009-05-09T21:46:00.001-07:00

From: Dennis Walsh - 4th District Advocacy TeamSent: Wednesday, May 06, 2009 12:28 PMTo: Dennis Walsh - 4th District Advocacy TeamSubject: Leg Link - State PTA Special Election Legislative Alert and flierImportance: HighHi 4th District Advocates,Below is a Legislative Alert from State PTA regarding the May 19 ballot measures and State PTA's positions. Attached is a flier that can also be used.You

Capistrano Unified Council Receives State PTA Award

2009-05-09T20:13:00.000-07:00

The California State PTA Award for Student Involvement was presented to Capistrano Unified Council of PTAs at a ceremony during the state convention.Capistrano Council increased student participation in the PTA at the high school level by including two students in a two-day legislative trip to Sacramento. Before the trip, the students studied current Sacramento issues. When they met with

Legislative Alert from the California State PTA

2009-04-19T22:04:00.000-07:00

The California State PTA opposes Proposition 1D because it would negatively impact key children's services that we support - programs such as early childhood education, health care access, education for new parents, and support for families in crisis. While we understand the need for options that help mitigate the state's current budget deficit, Proposition 1D takes funds away from important

Cultural Arts: UCI Family Night at the Symphony

2009-04-19T22:02:00.000-07:00

UCI Symphony OrchestraStephen Tucker, conductorPresent“Distant Worlds”Rossini – Overture to William TellKang – Charkesh, the Turning (World Premiere) - Hossein Omoumi, neyBloch – Suite for Viola and Orchestra, Jerzy KosmalaDvorak – Symphony No. 9, "from the New World"May 1 & 2, 8:00 p.m.Barclay TheatrePre-concert conversation: May 1, 7:00 p.m.Family Night at the SymphonySpecial Offer: Tickets

Fourth District PTA Advocacy Roundtable

2009-04-05T22:58:00.000-07:00

Fourth District PTA Advocacy RoundtableFRIDAY, APRIL 24, 20099:30 A.M. – 11:30 A.M.Orange County Department of Education, Bldg D Room 1001200 Kalmus Drive, Costa Mesa, 92626Guest speakers:Suzan Solomon & Brian Bonner, CAPTA Legislative TeampresentingPropositions Slated in the May 19 Special ElectionThey will explain the propositions’ effects on education and the ramifications on the state budget.

2009-03-21T22:44:00.000-07:00

The California State PTA released the proposed resolutions that will come before the delegates at the 2009 Convention in San Jose. Resolutions adopted by the delegates provide the State PTA with the authority to take positions on critical issues affecting children and families. This year, the following four resolutions are proposed: Resolution A: Teen Driving SafetyResolution B: Achievement:

2009-03-21T20:42:00.000-07:00

April 2009 Orange Leaves is now available for download. [ APRIL ORANGE LEAVES ] (Adobe PDF). Sections of the newsletter available in Spanish.Highlights:President's Message - Persevere to the Finish Line!Keeping bylaws up to dateFourth District PTA and the California State PTA ConventionGovernor's Fitness AwardsOrange Community Council submits resolution on social hostingStart planning now for

OC Imagination Celebration

2009-03-21T20:39:00.001-07:00

Imagination Celebration is a countywide arts festival for families, children and creative people of all ages.Enjoy over 100 free or affordable events in 31 Orange County cities, including low-cost ticketed events by arts organizations, free community festivals, student showcases and public art exhibitions. Check out the online calendar and you’ll be amazed at all there is to see and do in your

4th District PTA Advocacy Roundtable, April 24

2009-03-21T20:35:00.000-07:00

Fourth District PTAAdvocacy RoundtableFriday, April 249:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.Learn about the propositions on the May 18 Special Election ballot from two members of the California State PTA Legislation Team:Brian Bonner, Education AdvocateSuzan Solomon, Education AdvocateLocation:Orange County Department ofEducation, Room D1001200 Kalmus DriveCosta MesaAll PTA members are welcome! No registration

California PTA Legislation Conference report

2009-03-21T20:29:00.000-07:00

By Celia Jaffe, Vice President for Advocacy, Fourth District PTAThe California State PTA Legislative Conference was three days of listening to speakers, interacting with State PTA advocates, meeting PTA folks from around the state, and talking with our legislators. It was very worthwhile…and exhausting!Below are some brief takes on topics from the conference. Feel free to contact me for further