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Thursday, April 7, 2022
[Un]Fair Housing - The Legacy of REDLINING n Northeast Ohio
Founded in 1901, Ohio PTA is the oldest and largest volunteer organization in the State of Ohio focusing on the health, welfare, safety, and education of children and youth.
Sunday, April 3, 2022
Ohio Superintendent Interviews
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Founded in 1901, Ohio PTA is the oldest and largest volunteer organization in the State of Ohio focusing on the health, welfare, safety, and education of children and youth.
Saturday, April 2, 2022
Ohio PTA Convention Information
As we prepare to meet members at the end of April, here are eight Ohio PTA workshops virtually offered for our leaders. Registration is required and can be accessed by clicking on the link under each workshop title listed below.
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.
For those coming to the convention and attending four of these eight virtual workshops, we will have a “thank you” gift waiting for you!
Wednesday, April 6 6:45-7:45pm PTA Healthy Minds Program
8:00-9:00pm10 tips for PTA DNA (Dynamic, Nimble, Amazing) Leaders
Thursday, April 7 6:45-7:45pm Bylaws and Standing Rules: How Comfortable Are YOU?
8:00-9:00pm Cultural Fitness with JEDI Training
Monday, April 11 6:45-7:45pm Treasurer Topics
8:00-9:00pm Membership Driven Intentional Leadership
Tuesday, April 12 6:45-7:45pm Programs, Training, Advocacy to direct your PTA mission
8:00-9:00pm HWS Position Statement and Panel Discussion
PTA Healthy Minds Program
Presenter: National PTA Healthy Minds Ambassador, Shaton Berry
Join Shaton for a robust discussion on the PTA Healthy Minds Program developed to empower families to make mental health an everyday priority. At the Ohio PTA in-person convention, Dr. Brett Zyromski from OSU will talk more about the power of families and schools to support the mental health of children!
Register in advance for this meeting:
https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZYvf-2hpzwjE9X8gqyuc16mqgFl4ZqVjzGI
10 tips to help the PTA DNA (Dynamic, Nimble, Amazing) Leader
Presenter: Jackie Arendt, Ohio PTA President
Angela Revay, Ohio PTA President-elect
You were born to lead and help children succeed! The work is not always easy, but so worth it! Join us to learn the top ten tools to get your ready for your role as a PTA leader! From running a nonprofit to membership growth to managing the unexpected! And don’t forget to join us at convention to learn more in our roundtable discussions!
Register in advance for this meeting:
https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUtf-CqpzMvGtS-KQ8d3UKl3uqRFgxTQEb5
Bylaws and Standing Rules: How Comfortable Are YOU?
Presenter: Janis Zart, Ohio PTA Board Member, Bylaws Chairperson
Learn the importance of Bylaws and Standing Rules and how they help us manage our PTAs. Discover how to use, review and update these important documents on a three year cycle.
Register in advance for this meeting:
https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZ0uf-2uqz0sGNxbh9WqWTrMDuJtFIwDZ48w
Cultural Fitness with JEDI Training
Presenter: Jackie Arendt, Ohio PTA President
Whether your goal is building onto your diversity or knowing where to start, learn how the intentional changes in your leadership style can impact the messaging to members and cultivate a more diverse membership that focuses on equity, inclusion and justice in your unit, council and community activities and events.
Register in advance for this meeting:
https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZEsceytrzMqHde1nDb1FXYprG2r0Ijn1pJf
Treasurer Topics
Presenter: Dana Paul, Ohio PTA Secretary-Treasurer
Angela Revay, Ohio PTA President-elect
Being the financial leader is very important! Learn the various duties and responsibilities needed to get the job done step by step! This covers the basics and will prepare you for the convention workshop on financial reviews, 990s and insurance!
Register in advance for this meeting:
https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZEscOuprzsvG9Hf02GF9DCdxEX2XjUIMDBt
Membership Driven Intentional Leadership
Presenters: Nicole Lesnick, Ohio PTA Board Member, Advocacy Chairperson
Janice Wanko, Ohio PTA Board Member, Membership Chairperson
How do you weave the mission of PTA into your membership goals? Find out! Membership in our PTAs is for everyone and is also everyone’s responsibility. Join us and explore ways to engage current members and expand membership in new and diverse ways.
Nicole will continue her intentional leadership training at our in-person convention!
Register in advance for this meeting:
https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUvcOGpqT8jEtZg7Ru_9SCD9vgBTjgkwnA-
Programs, Training, Advocacy to Direct your PTA Mission
Presenters: Jackie Arendt, Ohio PTA President
Angela Revay, Ohio PTA President-elect
What is the purpose of PTA? How do we value our members through training? What education issues should we know? Ohio PTA runs amazing programs, provides training and supports advocacy efforts that are essential to carrying out the mission of PTA. We will discuss the many ways to PTA and focus on what members want to know more about by offering roundtable forums at convention.
Register in advance for this meeting:
https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUldO-hrz0oGtagn9RXObtxkDxCCJhj-smP
HWS Position Statement and Panel Discussion
Presenter: Kyle Vath, Ohio PTA Board Member, Health Welfare & Safety Chair with panel member Dr. Rudy Breglia
To prepare for ratification of our pending position statement on the importance of vaccines, join Ohio PTA Board Member and HSW Chairperson, Kyle Vath, in an open discussion about this and other health, welfare and safety topics. Dr. Breglia will also be a keynote speaker at our convention!
Register in advance for this meeting:
https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZMlfu-vrTItGNLjSOGr_W8PmbG5oAIfbV1N
CONVENTION SCHEDULE
Friday, April 29
6:30 Ohio PTA Partnership Meeting
7:00 First-Timers Orientation
7:30-9:30 “Free Form” PTA: Join the Ohio PTA Board of Directors along with Dr. Brett Zyromski, OSU Assistant Professor in Educational Studies for two hours of collaborating and networking to understand where we are in PTA and how we can move forward to help children succeed. We want to hear and learn from you!
Saturday, April 30
7am – 8:00am Breakfast
8am – 8:20am Volunteer Orientation 8:30am – 10am GENERAL SESSION I
Welcome & Introductions Credentials Report
Keynote Speaker-Dr. Brett Zyromski, OSU Assistant Professor in
Educational Studies; “Power of Families and Schools to Build Protective Factors to Improve Student Mental Health”
Convention information and reminders 10:15am – 11:15am Workshop Session 1
11:30 to 12:45 Networking Luncheon
1:00pm – 2:00pm Workshop Session 2 2:15pm – 3:45pm GENERAL SESSION II
Ohio PTA Awards Announcements
Keynote Speaker- Dr. Rudy Breglia, School Bus Seat Belt Safety Alliance
4:00pm – 5:00pm Workshop Session 3
6pm – 8pm Members Awards & Reception
Workshop Sessions at Convention:
How the High School Math Pathways Support Student's College and Career Readiness- Brian Bickley, ODE: Ohio is launching a Strengthening Ohio High School Mathematics Pathways Initiative this fall to be implemented in the 2022-2023 school year. This session addresses how Pathways support college and career readiness for students.
Tax Compliance with File990.org (AIM Insurance will also be discussed) JB Goll: An overview of tax filing for PTAs, how to maintain compliance, and utilizing File990.org
The Ohio Statewide Family Engagement Center: A resource for Ohio PTAs-Dr. Barbara Boone: In this workshop participants will explore the resources of Ohio’s Statewide Family Engagement Center and discuss how PTAs can use these resources to strengthen home-school-community partnerships. The Center has tools, information, and training for families, administrators, teachers, and support staff at all grade levels.
Councils help us Focus-Angela Revay, Ohio PTA President-elect: A council is a group of PTA units organized under the authority of Ohio PTA for the purpose of collaboration, leadership training, and coordination of the efforts of the member units. It serves as a channel of communication between the state and district PTA and the units. Do you want to make a council?
Basic of PTA Communication-Ohio PTA Board Members: From your newsletter to your website to your social media – you have many ways to communicate with members and parents
– and many ways for new officers to feel overwhelmed. In this session, learn what you need to do to get it all done – on time and effectively – and how to make the most of the time and volunteers you do have. Ohio PTA board members will help you improve your communication strategy. We will give you the tools you need to succeed.
PTA DNA: Intentional Leadership-Nicole Lesnick: We have all been there. The nominating committee fills the positions with less than enthusiastic individuals and people with commitment issues. Then fall rolls around and we are stuck again looking for volunteers. This workshop will help you to create a mission-focused team that wants to lead. It will help you become a leader that is mission-focused and intentional with strategies and techniques to build yourself into the leader you want to become.
Café style for roundtable discussions designed to have open dialogue for our newest PTA leaders from the wise and perceptive past state leaders about some of the challenges and opportunities that transcend time.
Working topics:
- Past Presidents: Living Legacy of Knowledge
- How do we get there from here: Managing Logistics of PTA Business and Mission?
- I wish I knew then what I know now: Collaborative School Cultures
POSITION STATEMENT FOR OHIO PTA CONVENTION DELEGATES' CONSIDERATION https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Xzm3QJk_HKRKXC3LLJnPm4HmOtEzGHsh/view?usp=sharing
Founded in 1901, Ohio PTA is the oldest and largest volunteer organization in the State of Ohio focusing on the health, welfare, safety, and education of children and youth.
Position Statement for Ohio PTA Convention Delegates' Consideration
Position Statement for Ohio PTA Convention Delegates' consideration. https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Xzm3QJk_HKRKXC3LLJnPm4HmOtEzGHsh/view?usp=sharing
DRAFT
POSITION STATEMENT ON COVID-19 VACCINES FOR CHILDREN AND TEENS
WHEREAS, according to the Ohio Department of Education,
2020-2021 assessment scores were generally lower than past years, especially
for Black, Hispanic, and economically disadvantaged students. The decrease in
the rate of fall third grade proficiency generally was more marked among
students learning in districts using a fully remote education delivery model.
These preliminary data suggest the state’s most vulnerable students generally
also have been most affected.
WHEREAS, according to the Centers for Disease Control and
Prevention (CDC), variants of the COVID-19 virus have been documented in the
United States and some of these variations allow the virus to spread more
easily or make it more resistant to treatments or vaccines. One of these
variants (B.1.617.2 or “Delta”) was first detected in the United States in March
2021 and was initially identified in India in December 2020. These variants
seem to spread more easily and quickly than other variants, which may lead to
more cases of COVID-19. An increase in the number of cases will put more strain
on healthcare resources, lead to more hospitalizations, and potentially more
deaths.
WHEREAS, the Ohio Department of Education states that, “The
time a child spends in school is precious and should ensure all aspects of a
child’s well-being are addressed, including the physical, social, emotional and
intellectual aspects. Ensuring Ohio students are in school every day is a
crucial first step”. The potential increase in illness and absenteeism may
exacerbate learning loss already suffered during the 2020-2021 school year and
complicate the coming school year.
WHEREAS, according to the CDC, although fewer children have
been infected with COVID-19 compared to adults, children can be infected with
the virus that causes COVID-19, get sick, and spread the virus to others.
WHEREAS, according to the CDC and the American Academy of
Pediatrics (AAP), COVID-19 vaccines are safe and effective (including against the
currently circulating variants) and have been used under the most intensive
safety monitoring in U.S. history, which includes studies in children and adolescents.
WHEREAS, the AAP, the Ohio Department of Health (ODH), and
the National Association of School Nurses (NASN) recommend that any COVID-19
vaccine authorized through Emergency Use Authorization by the FDA, recommended
by the CDC, and appropriate by age and health status can be used for COVID-19
vaccination in children and adolescents.
WHEREAS, the AAP supports coadministration of routine
childhood and adolescent immunizations, including COVID-19 vaccines, (or
vaccination in the days before or after) for children and adolescents who are
behind on or due for immunizations (based on the
CDC/AAP Recommended Child and Adolescent Immunization
Schedule) and/or at
increased risk from vaccine-preventable diseases.
WHEREAS, the National PTA has a strong history of advocating
for vaccination for children as it is proven to be an effective tool in
preventing disease. Those who do not get vaccinated are put at risk, and
because the SARS-CoV-2 virus is highly contagious, entire communities can be
affected. The National PTA is committed to educating families and communities
on the importance of early vaccination as well as taking action to ensure all
children are protected.
WHEREAS, since 1908, National PTA has devoted great energy
to halting the spread of diseases and improving other health conditions that
have affected children. Beginning in 1925, PTA was a driving force behind
providing check-ups to identify health problems in 5- to 6-year-olds entering
school for the first time. This became the main vehicle for immunizing children
against diseases. The effort grew into a program through which PTA introduced
parents to the practice of getting their children periodic health examinations
from birth onward as well as worked with community health agencies to provide
necessary services. In 1976, PTA volunteers adopted a resolution on
immunization of preschool children, and in 1990, a related resolution was
adopted on measles, mumps, and rubella vaccination.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Ohio PTA encourages school
districts, PTA councils, and local PTA units to:
·
Disseminate information to families
concerning the importance and necessity of COVID-19 vaccination for eligible children,
adolescents, and adults (even for those who have already had COVID-19),
·
Provide information to help families
obtain vaccinations locally for all children, adolescents, and adults,
·
Support the efforts of schools to
enforce immunization laws,
·
Conduct activities in support of an
immunization awareness program,
·
Require unvaccinated adults and
children to wear masks that cover the mouth and nose when indoors (at least
until all ages are eligible for COVID-19 vaccination),
·
Promote frequent hand washing with
soap and water (or with alcohol-based hand sanitizer if soap and water are not
available),
·
Work to assess and reduce COVID-19
racial and ethnic health disparities,
·
Encourage adults, adolescents, and
children to stay home from school if sick,
·
Promote partnerships and
collaboration with local health departments and other community stakeholders,
·
Follow all local, state, and
national public health mandates and recommendations.
RESOLVED that effective stakeholder engagement must be
inclusive, transparent, provide multiple opportunities for input and include
meaningful, clear, and concise communication. All information and protocols
should be disseminated to parents, families, students, and communities, using
current best practices for family and student engagement. Furthermore, all
communication must be accessible to parents with disabilities, culturally
appropriate, and available in the languages spoken within the community served.
RESOLVED that as recommendations change with
evolving science, research, and viral variations, the Ohio PTA supports and
encourages local school districts, PTA units, and councils to follow and
support the CDC’s current “Guidance for COVID-19 Prevention in Kindergarten
(K)-12 Schools”. Any areas in which
discretion is permissible or areas in which schools choose to deviate from
these recommendations should be thoroughly discussed and communicated with
local health department leaders, school administration, staff and parent
groups.
RESOLVED that a copy of this Resolution be forwarded to all
Ohio state legislators, the Superintendent of Public Instruction, the Ohio
Department of Health, and the Governor of Ohio immediately.
Resources
American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP), COVID-19 Vaccines in
Children and Adolescents (May 12, 2021): https://pediatrics.aappublications.org/content/pediatrics/early/2021/05/11/peds.2021-052336.full.pdf
CDC, About Variants of the Virus that Causes COVID-19 (June
24, 2021): https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/variants/variant.html
CDC, COVID-19 Vaccines for Children and Teens (May 27,
2021): https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/vaccines/recommendations/adolescents.html
CDC, COVID-19 Vaccines for Teachers, School Staff, and
Childcare Workers (May 25, 2021): https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/vaccines/recommendations/specific-groups/teachers-childcare.html
CDC, Frequently Asked Questions about COVID-19 Vaccination
(June 15, 2021): https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/vaccines/faq.html#had-covid
National Association of School Nurses (NASN), NASN Statement
on Emergency Use Authorization of COVID-19 Vaccine (May 24, 2021): https://schoolnursenet.nasn.org/nasn/blogs/nasn-profile/2021/05/24/emergency-use-authorization-of-covid-19-vaccine
National PTA, National PTA Urges Universal Vaccinations to
Protect Children Against Measles (2016): https://www.pta.org/home/About-National-Parent-Teacher-Association/PTA-Newsroom/news-list/news-detail-page/2016/11/15/National-PTA-Urges-Universal-Vaccinations-to-Protect-Children-Against-Measles
National PTA, Position Statement - Reopening of Public
PreK-12 Schools for the 2020-2021 School Year: https://www.pta.org/home/advocacy/ptas-positions/Individual-Position-Statements/position-statement---reopening-of-public-prek-12-schools-for-the-2020-2021-school-year
National PTA, Resolution on Meningococcal Disease Vaccine
(2013): https://www.pta.org/home/advocacy/ptas-positions/Individual-PTA-Resolutions/Resolution-on-Meningococcal-Disease-Vaccine
Ohio Department of Education, Data Insights: How the
Pandemic is Affecting the 2020-2021 School Year (May 21, 2021): http://education.ohio.gov/Topics/Reset-and-Restart/Data-Insights-on-the-2020-2021-School-Year
Ohio Department of Education, Ohio’s Attendance Laws (May
14, 2021): http://education.ohio.gov/Topics/Student-Supports/Chronic-Absenteeism
Ohio Department of Health, COVID-19, Communications
Resources Hub (June 17, 2021): https://coronavirus.ohio.gov/wps/portal/gov/covid-19/health-equity/communications-resources-hub
Founded in 1901, Ohio PTA is the oldest and largest volunteer organization in the State of Ohio focusing on the health, welfare, safety, and education of children and youth.
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