Blog – Page 10 – DCCPTA 2023

Exceptional Student Education Advisory Committee (ESEAC)

Website: http://www.duvalschools.org/Page/9411 The Exceptional Student Education Advisory Committee (ESEAC) is a team of parents, educators, community service providers, and student support agency representatives. We collaborate and partnership with the Exceptional Education and Student Services Department (EESS), Duval County Public Schools (DCPS). Contact Information Ann Duncan (duncana@duvalschools.org) Parent Involvement Specialist 904-346-4601 2016-17 General Meeting Dates: To be determined. Check back soon on the

July 13, 2016

Disability Awareness Weeks

In 2008, Disability History and Awareness instruction weeks were established for all schools in Florida, to occur during the first two weeks in October. School districts are required to designate the first two weeks of October as Disability History and Awareness Weeks and also promotes providing instruction for students in all public schools to expand student knowledge, understanding, and awareness

July 13, 2016

Teacher Supply Depot

The Teacher Supply Depot Needs High School-aged volunteers YEAR ‘ROUND! Students who need creative hours for the IB program are also welcome. Please wear comfortable work clothes that could get dirty. An emergency contact phone number for anyone under 18 who is not accompanied by an adult will be required. Give Chris Buckley a call or email at the Depot:

July 13, 2016

PTA School of Excellence

National PTA School of Excellence is a recognition program that supports and celebrates partnerships between PTAs and schools to enrich the educational experience and overall well-being for all students. What Does it Take to Become a National PTA School of Excellence? By enrolling in this program, your PTA and school administrators are making a year-long commitment in identifying and implementing an action plan

July 13, 2016

Legislation

SIGN UP FOR CAPWIZ ALERTS Sign up for Florida PTA’s Take Action Network to learn more about legislative issues affecting families, schools, and communities and to stay informed on the latest updates from Tallahassee. By registering for Florida PTA’s Take Action Network, you will be joining over 300,000 child advocates in Florida that support and speak up for children, (REGISTRATION

July 13, 2016

Training and Workshops

DCCPTA’s Fall Leadership Workshops will be held September ??, 2016 from 8:30 am – 1:00 pm. Sample DCCPTA invites to Winter Leadership Training Workshops and ESE Fair Advocacy Advocacy – Chair Taking Action Through the Legislative Process 2014 Awards DCCPTA Award Info 2014-2015 Local Unit Awards Tips 2014 History Book Info & Award Form Fall 2013 Business Partners Business Partners – DCC

July 13, 2016

Membership: Recipe for Success

Membership Recipe for Success – Part I Spring/Summer: FORM Membership Committee with the following potential members Membership VP/Committee Chair Ways and Means/Fundraising VP/Chair Volunteer VP/Chair Hospitality Chair Other: ____________ PROPOSE for Approval: PTA/PTSA President, Principal, Board approve plan of work including all printed materials. Remember: request permission to include membership envelopes/forms and any printed materials in school orientation packets. Collecting

July 13, 2016

OneView – DCPS

OneView is a communication, collaboration, and content management tool designed to empower members of the Duval County Public Schools community by providing personalized access to important data, resources, and services. DCPS teachers, students, administrators, and staff access OneView using their district username/password. Parents/Guardians & Community Partners must create a DCPS account if they have not already done so. CLICK HERE

July 5, 2016

School, Community, Health & Safety, Resources and Links

Child Safety Bullying – Duval County Public Schools, Contact–Heather Watson, watsonh@duvalschools.org , 904-390-2215, September 2014 ID A Kid—-Amber Alerts, Contact—Matt Campbell, Matt.campbell@prudential.com, September 2014 Self Defense, Michael & David, zolondek@gmail.com , VI Garage, Mike and Kristellys Zolondek, 11855 North Main Street, Suite 3, Jacksonville, FL 32218 September 2014 The Players–Safe Kids, Lesley Seaton, Lesley.seaton@bmcjax.com, September 2014 Walk Safe, Contact–Lisa Wright,

July 5, 2016

Smart Snacks for PTA

Smart Snacks Implementation Materials As a reminder, the Smart Snacks policy became effective July 1, 2015. Please review the following documents for information on how your local unit will need to consider the food items you may choose to sell and what times during the day and evening that will be allowed on DCPS property. Rules Smart Snacks Rule –

July 4, 2016

Fundraising – Chair

Grants and Donations National PTA’s Back-to-School Kit Sign up for the National PTA’s Back-to-School Kit and then choose the “PTA Fundraising” section for a great overview, more information, and to answer PTA Fundraising questions.

June 29, 2016

Florida Department of Education Is Looking for Your Input

Now is Your Time to Speak Up! The Florida Department of Education (FDOE) is now accepting public input on the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) and would greatly appreciate your engagement in this very important dialogue. Through July 22, 2016, all members of the public will be able to submit comments on each component of the law. The FDOE will consider this feedback

June 28, 2016