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THE VALUE OF PTA MEMBERSHIP<\/h2>\n

PTA connects families and schools. By joining PTA you show your children that school matters, and that you are invested in their success. Three decades of research proves that students achieve higher grades, have better attendance and more consistently complete homework when parents are involved \u00e2\u20ac\u201c and just the act of joining PTA is a great way to get involved.<\/p>\n

PTA helps ensure that parents have a seat at the table when important decisions that affect schools are made. PTA works together to improve the education, health and safety of all children.<\/p>\n

Become a member of the nation’s largest and most powerful children’s advocacy association in the country.<\/p>\n

WHY PTA?<\/h2>\n

There are other types of parent groups out there, but there is only one PTA! Connecting families and schools for more than 123 years, PTA is the largest children’s advocacy organization in the country. Here are just a few reasons to join PTA:<\/p>\n