Category P: It Begins with PTA
*Who is the current California State PTA President?
Shereen Walter
*Two signatures are needed on these two documents?
What is a Check and a Cash Verification Form?
*What is the PTA’s primary function?
The primary function of the PTA is to advocate for children and families by supporting schools, teachers, and educational programs.
What is the PTA motto?
"Every Child. One Voice." This reflects the PTA’s mission to advocate for all children and ensure their voices are heard in education, legislation, and the community.
What is the PTA’s official color?
What is blue and gold?
*Networking and training happen at this annual event on May 1-4, 2025 in Ontario?
What is the California State PTA Convention?
*Name the three founders responsible for the PTA we know today.
Who is Alice McLellan Birney, Phoebe Apperson Hearst, and Selena Sloan Butler.
*What is the meeting where all PTA members gather to conduct business?
The meeting where all PTA members gather to conduct business is called an Association Meeting.
**“to positively impact the lives of all children and families by representing our members and empowering and supporting them with skills in advocacy, leadership, and communication.”
What is the mission of the PTA? It outlines its purpose and goals. It emphasizes the PTA’s commitment to advocacy, leadership, and communication to support children and families.
What does “PTSA” stand for?
What is Parent Teacher Student Association?
What year was the California State PTA founded?
When is 1902?
What is the name of the PTA’s arts recognition program for students?
What is the Reflections Program?
What is the role of a parliamentarian in a PTA meeting?
To ensure meetings follow parliamentary procedure and the bylaws?
Who was the 1st school to RSVP to this meeting?
Who is West Creek?
In the early days, what unusual method did PTA use to spread messages to parents?
What are PTA songs? They wrote and sang advocacy songs to spread awareness.
Where is the headquarters of the California State PTA located?
Where is Sacramento, California?
What is the main governing document for a PTA unit?
What is the Unit Bylaws
What is the highest honor the California State PTA bestows?
What is the The Golden Oak Service Award?
What was the original name of the PTA when it was first founded?
What is the National Congress of Mothers?
Who is the California State PTA President-Elect?
Who is Heather Ippolito?
Who is the Insurance broker for CAPTA?
Who is AIM?-Call them for all your insurance needs!
When do the board elect officers assume their duties?
When is July 1st?
If an office remains unfilled after the election, it shall be considered a vacant office to be filled by?
Who is the board elect?
Name at least 5 SCV Council board members.
Council President--Rachel Villanueva
Executive Vice President of Leadership--Heather Ippolito
Vice President of Membership--Erin Hester
Vice President of Programs--Cherise Moore
Secretary--Leslie Powell
Treasurer--Shyama Gaikwad
Financial Reviewer-- Jackie Nelson
Historian--Sue Solomon
Reflections Chair--Jessica Mathews
SDC / Inclusion Chair--Naomi Alcock
Hospitality Chair--Kristi Simpronio
Legislative Chair-- Nicolle Just
What famous musician once performed at a PTA fundraiser?
Who is Elvis Presley?