Political Process and PTA

Trump Begins the Presidential Transition Process President-Elect Trump has begun the presidential transition process ahead of his Jan. 20, 2017 inauguration by nominating individuals for leadership and cabinet positions. Notably for PTA advocates, the President-Elect has nominated Betsy DeVos, former chair of the American Federation of Children, to lead the Department of Education. DeVos must go through a confirmation process in U.S. Senate before officially becoming the next Secretary of Education.   DeVos is known for her work to increase access to charter schools and school choice options in Michigan and across the country. National PTA supports high-quality public education for all students and has a long-standing position against diverting public funds for private school voucher programs. For over a century, PTA members have worked with all members of Congress and every administration to implement our public policy priorities and invest in our nation's children. Our association is committed to continuing this tradition to make sure every child has the opportunity to reach their full potential.

Webinar: How Elections Shift Power in Congress—Identifying and Building New Relations in a New Congress   What does this new Congress mean for you as an advocate? Join National PTA and the Congressional Management Foundation on Dec. 12 at 8 p.m. EST for this exclusive webinar for PTA members on how to identify and build relationships with new members of Congress. Presented by President and CEO of the Congressional Management Foundation Brad Fitch, advocates will learn: How to build relationships with new Members of Congress The value of identifying key committee chairs (and why some are more important than others) And CMF research on best practices for building relationships with new lawmakers back home.