When

Saturday, January 25, 2020 at 8:30 AM EST
-to-
Sunday, January 26, 2020 at 3:00 PM EST

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Where

The Virginia Crossings Hotel & Conference Center
1000 Virginia Center Pkwy
Glen Allen, VA 23059


 
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Contact

Michelle Leete 
Virginia PTA
[804] 264-1234
annualmeeting@vapta.org
 

VA PTA Annual Meeting 2020

 

Join us January 25 & 26, 2020 at the 99th Annual Virginia PTA Meeting at Virginia Crossings Hotel & Conference Center in Glen Allen, VA. 

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER NOW!                 

Plan to stay for PTA Day at the General Assembly on January 27, 2020 to advocate for PTA/PTSAs across the Commonwealth.

The annual Virginia PTA Meeting is an essential gathering for our local PTA units, leaders in education, and a growing support network, all which have the health, education, and very best welfare of our many Virginia children in mind.

During our meeting time you will be able to:

  • Choose from over 16 workshops developed specifically for this Meeting on subjects that matter to YOU - in Building Strong Leaders; Community and Student Connections; Advocacy & Hot Topics; and PTA Beyond Good Standing.
  • Follow Workshops that train and strengthen PTA leaders to be a voice for all children
  • Listen to guest speakers talk about children’s education, health and safety
  • Network with other local PTA members to share ideas and get answers to all of your questions
  • Learn about PTA programs
  • Get questions about advocacy answered
  • Hear more about the essential building blocks that a PTA can use to support your schools
  • Learn new ways to incorporate diversity and inclusion
  • Get some great tips on communicating with and engaging your membership
  • Take with you an abundance of tips & tricks that can be applied as soon as you head home
  • Meals available on Saturday and Sunday 

Introducing our Annual Meeting Workshops

• A Parents Guide to Special Education Advocacy
• Building Community Partnerships 
• Building School Spirit and Community Involvement
• Celebrating Student Achievements
• Collaborating with Student Councils
• Diffusing Difficult People and Situations
• Expanding Equity and Diversity in Public Schools
• Fiscal Fitness of Your PTA
• Growing and Managing Your Membership
• Managing Your PTA Documents
• Powerful Principals and Partnerships
 • Running Effective Meetings and Elections
• School Safety Reform
• Social-Emotional Learning (Mental Health)
• Successful PTA Leadership Transitions
• The 2020 Census and Using School Report Cards

(Workshops are subject to change)

The room rate at Virginia Crossings Hotel will be just $96/night, single or double occupancy. There is free Wi-Fi in all guest rooms and common areas of the hotel. Make your reservations early. Free parking available onsite.

Don't Miss the Early Bird Registration Price of $100 - Save $25 off the Regular Price! 

NOTE:  Early Bird Pricing and the Virginia Crossings  rate of $96/per night expire on January 9, 2020

Saturday
8:00 am - 5:00 pm       Registration and Credentials
8:00 am - 5:00 pm       Continuous Break
9:00 am - 10:30 am     Opening and General Session
10:30 am - 2:00 pm     Exhibit Hall
10:45 am - 11:45 am   Keynote Speaker:  Secretary of Education, Atify Qarni
12:00 pm - 1:15 pm     Lunch, Awards, & Sponsors
1:30 pm - 2:45 pm       Workshop Session 1
3:00 pm - 4:15 pm       Workshop Session 2
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm       General Session
District Dinner/Dinner on Your Own

Sunday
8:00 am - 2:00 pm       Registration
8:00 am - 2:00 pm       Continuous Break
9:00 am - 1:00 pm       Exhibit Hall
9:00 am - 10:15 am     Workshop Session 3
10:30 am - 11:45am    Workshop Session 4
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm     Keynote Speaker:  VA First Lady, Pamela Northam
                                     Lunch
1:15 pm - 2:15 pm       General Session 3
2:30 pm - 3:30 pm       PTA Day Workshop: Building Coalitions and Crafting an Advocacy Plan
3:45 pm - 5:00 pm       PTA Day Workshop: The Ask: Preparing to Take Action at the General Assembly

Monday
8:00 am - 12:00 pm     PTA Day at the General Assembly: Taking Action for Kids!

**Workshops are subject to change. Information will be updated regularly, so check back often! 

Get Ready for the Annual Meeting:

  • Share the details with your board members. Send a delegate!
  • Check your membership-approved PTA budget to make sure there is a line item for training. Don’t forget to include training in your budget.

REFUND POLICY:

Refunds will not be given if you are unable to attend. You may transfer your registration to someone else.

 

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Interested in attending PTA Day at the General Assembly?

Join us for a morning in Richmond to advocate for the education, health, and well-being of students! Click HERE to learn more