Providing information and resource materials is an important part of the National PTA's work and a very important benefit for members.
Our Children Magazine *
Our Children magazine is the official magazine of the National PTA. It is published six times a year and a copy of the magazine is mailed to every local unit. Our Children magazine contains a great variety of information pertaining to children ages pre-school through high school. The magazine contains no paid advertisements and is available through subscription. The magazine and past issues are available for viewing online at: www.pta.org/pr_our_children_magazine.html
Annual Resource Manual *
The National PTA updates and publishes an Annual Resource Manual each year. The Manual contains information about every aspect of organizing and running a PTA unit. The Manual is mailed to every local unit and state office during the summer months. It may be sent on a CD, rather than in printed form. The Manual can be downloaded in sections from the National PTA website at: www.pta.org/local_leadership_program_1121707157140.html
National Standards for Parent/Family Involvement Programs
This guide describes the National Standards for Parent/Family Involvement Programs developed by National PTA as a practical tool to: Promote meaningful parent and family participation Raise awareness regarding the components of effective programs Provide guidelines for schools that wish to evaluate and improve their programs
The 2004 revised edition was mailed to PTAs in the summer of 2005. Additional copies can be purchased from the publisher, Solution Tree. Call (800) 733-6786 or visit their website at www.solution-tree.com and enter BKF175 in the search box in the upper right hand corner.
Building Successful Partnerships
This book by National PTA guides school communities in developing parent and family involvement programs. Copies of the book can be purchased from the publisher, Solution Tree. Call (800) 733-6786 or visit their website at www.solution-tree.com and enter BKF095 in the search box in the upper right hand corner.
PTA Fundraising Essentials
This annual guide to fundraising is mailed to all PTAs. Additional copies can be ordered by going to the National PTA website at: www.pta.org/local_leadership_program_1117228404828.html