PTA Vision
Making every child's potential a reality.

PTA Mission
· A powerful voice for all children,
· A relevant resource for families and communities, and
· A strong advocate for the education and well-being of every child.

What is a council?
A council is a group of local units organized for promoting PTA/PTSA issues within a certain boundary. In the Virginia Congress of PTAs, we have approximately 114 councils.

A council operates under State PTA approved bylaws (just like a local unit).

Most importantly, a council is the first line of defense, support, and assistance for local PTA/PTSA units, as well as the most important source of guidance and information.

A Message for Parents/Families
As parents and families responsible for the health, education, and welfare of children, we are faced with the greatest challenge and gift of life! The good news is that we are not alone. Chesterfield is a great community of caring citizens, the school system is forever reaching beyond excellence and the County Council of PTAs/PTSAs is a direct partner in helping our children see their potential become a reality. So, join us and enjoy the benefits of:

*Getting Connected. There is no better way to know what is happening in your school.

Discover Great Resources. The PTA/PTSA offers a variety of programs designed for parents as well as students.

Tap into a Network. Parenting is not easy-it helps to share ideas, concerns and experiences with other parents and educators in the community. PTA/PTSA functions are opportunities to meet other parents and teachers, building rapport and discussing issues that are on your mind.

Watch Yourself Grow. By volunteering with your PTA/PTSA, you gain valuable experiences. It is an opportunity to put your skills and hobbies to good use for a good cause-your child and all children in the community.

Speak Up. Because the PTA/PTSA is a forum for exchanging ideas, you are encouraged to make suggestions. PTA/PTSA can be a way for you to effectively suggest change at your child's school.

Witness Improvement. By getting involved at your child's school, you will be part of the solution, helping make positive changes. Local PTAs/PTSAs play an important role in fundraising to provide building improvements, curriculum-based programs, and social events-all vital to a school's success.

Be a Role Model. By becoming a PTA/PTSA member, you'll be demonstrating to your child the importance you place on education.

Best wishes on a great school year!

Stella Y. Edwards, President
Chesterfield County Council of PTA/PTSAs

*Approved extractions from National PTA website

 

Officers
President: Stella Y. Edwards
Vice President: Debbie Levenson
Secretary: Martha Rubin
Treasurer: Verena McCall

District Vice-Presidents
Bermuda - Stacy Townes
Clover Hill - Laura Hartwig
Dale - Alan Flynn
Matoaca - John Schultz
Midlothian - Leslie Haley

Committee Chairs
Arts in Education:
Bylaws: Lois Cumashot
CEA: Lois Stanton
Education:
Legislation:
Membership: Tami Loving
Special Education: Chris Dupuis
Gifted Education:
PTA Teacher Rep: Frank Cardella

Principal Reps.
ELEMENTARY
MIDDLE
HIGH

Superintendent - Marcus J. Newsome, Ed.D.
P.O. Box 10 Chesterfield, VA 23832
9900 Krause Rd.

Director of Community Relations - Tim Bullis


Any of the above may be contacted through the CCPS Community Relations Office at 748-1433.

PTA COUNTY COUNCIL MEETINGS

There are no general membership meetings during May, June, July or August.  The general membership meetings begin at 7 p.m. and are held at the School Board Administration Building, 9900 Krause Road, on the following dates unless notified otherwise.  The meeting schedule is as follows: 

Sept. 21 — Leadership Reception w/Superintendent and School Board – “Are our schools safe enough?”- School Security Update with Tim Mallory-School Administration Building

Oct.  19  — Preparation for school budget-“What you need to know? School Staffing,” “Money Matters for everyone," Lou Anderson, Director of Internal Audits

Nov. 16 — A necessary dialogue-“Cultural Competence-race and ethnicity”

Dec.  3  —  PTA/PTSA Legislation - “Is there education without legislation?”- Meet and speak with your legislators         

Jan. 11 — Collaboration with Chesterfield Citizens for Excellence in Education (CCCEE) “The School Division’s Plan for Budget Year 3”

Feb. 8 — Dr. Newsome –County/School Budget Review

Feb. 20 — Reflections Awards Ceremony and PTA Founders Day, Meadowbrook High School

March 16 — “Parents’ Café” — PTA/PTSA Networking—Opportunity to meet with vendors for 2010-2011 Budgetary planning

April 20 — Annual Recognition Dinner-Chesterfield Technical Center

May 18 — Executive Board Planning Meeting

2009 – 2010 Local Unit Suspense Dates
(CHECK WWW.VAPTA FOR ADDITIONAL STATE SUSPENSES)

June 15                       PTA/PTSA Leaders contact information to council and state offices

Sept. 14                       RSVP to School Board reception

Oct. 25                          Legislation voting (2010 PLP Tallies) to James River District Director

Nov. 16                         Reflections first place winning entries to council
Chesterfield County council dues ($15)

Dec. 1                          Dues to the state office

March 1                      Dues to state office

April 5                         RSVP to council Recognition Dinner

June 30                       Last dues payment to state office (keep your good standings rating!)