Hello Advocates,
As we approach the season of Thanksgiving, we want to take a moment to reflect on the incredible impact you’ve made through your dedication and selfless service. Your unwavering commitment and heartfelt efforts truly uplift your community, and we are deeply grateful for the time and energy you
share to help others.
May this Thanksgiving bring you warmth, love, and joy, surrounded by the people and moments that bring you happiness. Thank you for being such a cherished member of PTA; your contributions mean the world to your local units!

From Florida PTA

You have one more chance to apply now for an Early Bird Award! This award is earned by a PTA submitting an application and remittance form for state and national dues for 100% membership or any amount over last year’s membership. Dues must be paid and received in the Florida PTA Office on or
before December 1st for the Bronze level. Visit our website for more
information: floridapta.org/florida-pta-awards

Do you have an idea for an interesting and engaging topic for our upcoming 2025 Leadership Convention? Please submit your suggestion using this link:
2025 Call for Leadership Convention Workshops

Resolutions are an important way for local PTA units and councils to shape the work of the PTA. The passage of a resolution at the Florida PTA Leadership Convention directs the state Board of Directors, councils, and local units in areas of advocacy, legislative priority, and program development. To view a
concise summary of Florida PTA resolutions, please click here.

Click to view our complete Resolutions Guide.

• Do you have an issue that really concerns you and other members of your local unit/council?
• Do you want to bring your concern to the attention of other PTA members in Florida?

Then get started NOW and have your resolution presented for consideration at our next Florida PTA Leadership Convention. Resolutions must be submitted no later than 11:59 PM on November 30, 2024. Email your idea now to resolutions@floridapta.org. The Resolutions Committee will help with the rest!

From National PTA
November Marks National Family Engagement Month
Find programs that are proven to strengthen family engagement and family-
school partnerships and improve student outcomes.
https://familyengagementsolutions.org/
November is Healthy Lifestyles Month

November 1 to 30, 2024
November is Healthy Lifestyles Month! Check out our resources to help
promote Healthy Minds, Healthy Bodies and Healthy Earth.
https://www.pta.org/home/programs/Healthy-Lifestyles

With heartfelt appreciation,
Tiffanie Graham
President
Duval County Council of PTAs and PTSAs