Programs
Parent Education
For more than 100 years, Texas PTA has been focused on our three primary objectives; parent education, parent involvement and advocacy. Ready. Set. Achieve! provides relevant, meaningful resources to help achieve those goals.
The single largest factor in student success is an environment of active and engaged families, educators and communities. With our educational resources, Texas PTA is working to make parents, teachers and students aware of the potential negative impact of bullying, unhealthy lifestyles or even modern resources such as the Internet. Most importantly, we are raising awareness among families that positive adult-role models and supporting our children as parents and mentors can make a huge difference in the life of every child!
Ready. Set. Achieve! parent education programs are available as a free benefit of Texas PTA. When requesting one of these parent education programs, Texas PTA will provide the following:
- A trained presenter
- Attendee materials and parent resources
- Promotional resources
- Continuing Professional Education [CPE] credits for faculty
- Translation equipment as available (interpreter provided by host)
Request a Ready. Set. Achieve! Program
- Online Request Form
Please contact programs@txpta.org with questions.
Ready. Set. Achieve! Resources:
View the Ready. Set. Achieve! Brochure
40 Developmental Assets
Food & Fitness Matter; Raising Healthy, Active Kids
NetSmartz
Party 101: Consequences to Underage Drinking
Profession: Parent
Road Rules
Stop Bullying
True Colors
40 Developmental Assets
Want to find out what you're doing right raising kids? Discover how Developmental Assets® can give you a road map to success that strengthens what you're already doing and energizes you with new ideas. This philosophy, rooted in science, looks at what we know our young people need, the importance of positive relationships and role models, and the impact that building developmental assets has on decreasing at-risk behavior among young people. Parents and educators leave this hands-on workshop with a positive, practical and powerful key to raising successful students.
Food & Fitness Matter: Raising Healthy, Active Kids
Food and Fitness Matter provides parents with the information and support they need to improve children's health and wellness.
Powerful DVD and discussion demonstrate:
- The causes of the dramatic increase in overweight kids and the health problems posed by the childhood obesity epidemic.
- Practical tips for parents to improve nutrition and fitness at home.
- An interactive demonstration and discussion on tips for parents and families will motivate and empower parents in their quest for a healthier family lifestyle.
NetSmartz
NetSmartz is a multimedia Internet safety presentation tailored for parents, communities, teens, and tweens. The innovative presentation utilizes the latest statistics, online resources, videos, and expert tips to educate, engage, and empower children and adults to be safer on- and offline. NetSmartz also provides on- and offline learning activities for parents to facilitate discussions with their children and teens about Internet safety. The parent is the most critical component in helping a student to develop proper cyber citizenship. Some content may not be suitable for students younger than Grade 4. A concurrent student program is available for your school volunteers/staff to present.
Party 101: Consequences to Underage Drinking
The Texas PTA and the Independent Insurance Agents of Texas (IIAT) are addressing the problem of teen alcohol and drug abuse head-on with their new documentary and workshop series; Party 101: Consequences. This project helps teens, parents, and educators appreciate the negative affects of underage drinking.
Parents will receive a wake up call about what really goes on at these parties and how, even if their children are not drinking at the party, they are in real danger by being present at the party because of behavior from those youth that are drinking.
School officials, community leaders and law enforcement will have an opportunity to explore various solutions to the problem and discuss their particular issues.
Click here to request a free Party 101 DVD for your school or community
Profession: Parent
Job of a Lifetime. Extensive knowledge of child development a must (all ages); may handle life threatening emergencies especially in first years; must work with unpredictable subordinates who mistakenly believe the world revolves around them. Strong negotiation and communication skills required; ability to train others and remain calm under stress a plus; must be self-starter; no experience necessary. Minimum 18 year contract 24/7.
The job of parent is a huge responsibility. Whether you are just starting out with a toddler or are negotiating the teen years, this workshop will review the tools of the trade parents need to help our children reach their full adult potential. Setting clear expectations and limits, positive reinforcement, and natural or logical consequences are some of the tools we can use to shape children's behavior and teach self-discipline. This is on the job training.
Road Rules
Car crashes are the number one killer of children and youth. Experts now say that "crashes aren't accidents" since driver behavior makes most crashes predictable and preventable.
For early childhood & primary:
Learn the latest in safety recommendations for you and your family.
For high school age:
Get the details about student programs, driver education, graduated driver licensing and the new points system. Learn what parents can do to help new drivers be more aware of the risks of the road. This program is ideal when scheduled just prior to homecoming, prom and graduation.
Stop Bullying
One of the best ways you can help stop or prevent bullying is to be educated about, and sensitive to, the issue. Bullying is NOT a rite of passage - an undesirable, but sometimes unavoidable, reality of growing up. Rather, bullying is a serious public health issue that affects countless young people every day, and is compounded by the technology readily available to our children. Further, research shows that the effects of bullying can last well into adulthood. You can help stop bullying, and your first step is to attend this workshop.
True Colors (Council PTA Programs Only)
Orange, gold, green or blue? How do these colors relate to you and your life, habits, values, and feelings? The True Colors program is an easy way to identify your personality traits and provides a better understanding of yourself and others, while having a lot of fun!
Suitable for all ages, the material in this workshop can be applied to all aspects of your personal and professional life, allowing you to improve your communication skills and live and work with others in a more harmonious, productive environment.