Hello Teammates, As Thanksgiving approaches, I wanted to take a moment to express my heartfelt gratitude for your unwavering commitment and dedication to making a difference in the lives of others. Your selfless acts of kindness have touched the hearts of countless individuals and have had a profound impact on our communities. The holidays are a time when we gather with our loved ones to reflect on the blessings in our lives, and you are undoubtedly one of those blessings. Your willingness to give your time, skills, and energy to help those in need is truly inspiring. Whether you have volunteered at a local school, organized food drives, or lent a helping hand to those facing adversity, your generosity has
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October General Meeting – Advocacy Chair Report Superintendent Search Update: Website for all information – https://dcps.duvalschools.org/domain/13517 DCPS Public forum input – Website for notes from community forums (added as updated) https://dcps.duvalschools.org/Page/33371 Current timeline: The Duval County School Board voted on Wednesday, Oct. 18 to postpone the search for the district’s next superintendent until early 2024. The board also voted to extend Superintendent Dr. Dana Kriznar’s contract through June 2024, anticipating the next superintendent to begin in June or July 2024 Local Information and Upcoming Opportunities: COJ.net – City Council Website contains information about City Council members, Legislative priorities, Meeting announcements, etc. Joint meeting on 11/13 at 10 am at 117 W. Duval St., Suite 425 between city council and Duval
READ MORE →Happy Fall Yall! Fall is a time of change and transition—a gentle reminder that everything in life has its seasons. Fall also marks the beginning of the festive season. While most PTAs and PTSAs may be getting ready for campus clean ups, wonderful fall festivals and events to celebrate the season remember to take time for yourselves and your families. You are all doing amazing work to help your school communities and that is to be applauded. In the midst of our busy lives, it’s important to take a step back. So, let us pause for a moment, breathe in the crisp air, and allow ourselves to be present in this fleeting season. Florida PTA’s Road to success workshops are happening weekly and packed
READ MORE →At the invitation of Florida PTA President, Carolyn Nelson-Goedert, DCCPTA is serving on the planning committee for Florida PTA’s upcoming Educational Town Hall to be held in Jacksonville. The goal of the event is to gather stakeholders to participate in a conversation on how best to ensure student achievement as we prepare our District’s students for success in a global economy. Given your leadership role and deep concern for our youth and communities, we would be honored if you would consider attending. Additionally, on Friday night, September 6, 2023, we will be hosting a mental health workshop facilitated by Active Minds. More About The Event There are staggering disparities in educational outcomes in the US, driven largely by varying
READ MORE →Melissa Daniel Advocacy Chair, DCCPTA Prepared 09/22/23 September General Meeting – Advocacy Chair Report Superintendent Update. DCPS wants stakeholder input. Website for notes from community forums (added as updated) https://dcps.duvalschools.org/Page/33371 Survey results released. 3600 people participated. https://www.news4jax.com/news/local/2023/09/12/duval-county-school-board-to- reveal-results-of-community-feedback-in-superintendent-search/ Qualities include integrity, background in education, ability to lead a diverse district, problem solver with proven demonstrable success in a large urban district. Current timeline: 10/18: Semifinalists selected. 11/16-17: Interviews with 3-4 finalists. 11/21: Superintendent Selected Applicants that have applied Scott Schneider Dr. Clifford Burns Dr. Garrick Askew Adam Taylor Voucher update from Step Up for Students as requested by Florida Policy Institute (from Pineapple report) Link to article: https://pineapplereport.com/florida-policy-institute-asked-for-school-voucher-data-heres-what-one-nonprofit-provided/ 242,929 students are enrolled in the voucher program. 122,895 are new to
READ MORE →Greetings dedicated volunteers, We hope this newsletter finds you in good health and high spirits. As the new school year kicks off and we focus on our membership drives, we want to extend a warm welcome to both new and returning families. As we look ahead to the coming year, we have an exciting lineup of events, workshops, and business partnerships planned to further enhance the value of your memberships. We will continue to focus on addressing the evolving needs of our diverse membership base. By now you will have received your Kit of Materials from Florida PTA if you are a President. Please take your time digesting this wealth of information on how to properly operate as a PTA. I would encourage you
READ MORE →Melissa Daniel Advocacy Chair, DCCPTA Prepared 08/08/23 August General Meeting – Advocacy Chair Report Superintendent Update. DCPS wants stakeholder input. Complete Online Survey before September found on the DCPS website. Attend a Community Meeting (in person and virtual available) Aug. 22, 2023 – Community Forums Baldwin High School 11 a.m. (community can attend online or in-person) Westside High School; media center – 6 p.m. Aug. 24, 2023 – Community Forum Atlantic Coast High School; media center – 6 p.m. (community can attend online and in-person) Aug. 29, 2023 – Community Forum Raines High School; media center – 6 p.m. (community can attend online and in-person) Aug. 31, 2023 – Community Forums Fletcher High School; media center – 11 a.m. (community
READ MORE →Welcome back, dedicated volunteers! We are delighted to assist you and appreciate your commitment to making a positive impact in your community. First and foremost, we want to express our gratitude for your decision to join the mission of PTA. Your willingness to contribute your time, skills, and energy to your community is invaluable and will undoubtedly make a difference in the lives of many children. At DCCPTA we are passionate about the mission and goals of the PTA organization. We believe that together, we can create positive change and improve the lives of those in need. We are united by a shared vision of a better future and a strong desire to contribute to the well-being of our community.
READ MORE →National PTA is excited to bring back Membership Mania for the 2023-24 school year. Membership Mania is a year-round initiative for local PTA leaders to focus on membership. It provides a fun and engaging opportunity for local PTA leaders to connect with leaders across the country and overseas, explore the many National PTA resources, and identify ways to connect membership to everyday PTA activities. Sign up today to join us this school year to strengthen membership together and make every child’s potential a reality! Membership Mania Details Year-long initiative with free tools and resources, as well as fun activities and challenges. Participate in calls with National PTA and other PTA leaders in your group for interactive discussions that will enable you to learn from,
READ MORE →This legislative season has been filled with a lot of activity and sometimes it can be difficult to keep up. We want to help highlight some key areas of importance. With the state legislation session quickly coming to a close, we want to highlight some bills that could use your advocacy in keeping with the PTA’s support of educational environments that are inclusive and effective for all students. Bill to advocate against HB 1069 (Education)/SB 1320 (Child Protection in Public Schools) Likely to be considered in the Senate Fiscal Policy Committee on 4/13 This is the extension of “Don’t Say Gay” until grade 8, with additional provisions to have the state, not districts, approve sex ed curriculum and instructional materials,
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