9th District, Georgia PTA

Dear Convention Attendees,

The countdown is officially on, and we could not be more excited to welcome you to the Georgia PTA Convention & Leadership Training 2026, June 5–6, 2026, at Mill Creek Middle School in Woodstock, Georgia!

Tomorrow, Friday, June 5th, PTA leaders, presenters, exhibitors, sponsors, volunteers, award recipients, special guests, and advocates from across the state will gather together for an incredible weekend of leadership, inspiration, collaboration, networking, and celebration. This year’s convention is shaping up to be one of our most engaging and energetic events yet, and we are truly honored that you will be part of it.

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EVENT LOCATION
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Mill Creek Middle School
442 Arnold Mill Road
Woodstock, GA 30188
Convention Dates:
Friday, June 5 – Saturday, June 6, 2026

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PARKING & ARRIVAL
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Please see the attached campus parking map for parking locations and traffic flow guidance.

If you are attending the First-Timers Orientation Workshop on Friday morning, we strongly encourage you to arrive early to allow adequate time for parking, registration, and check-in before the session begins.

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IMPORTANT SCHEDULE INFORMATION
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Please review the attached Daily Schedule of Events and Workshop Listings prior to arrival.

Please note the following workshops have been canceled due to low enrollment:

• Workshop 107
• Workshop 307
• Workshop 311
• Workshop 509
• Workshop 511

Throughout the weekend, attendees will enjoy:

• More than 50 leadership workshops and training opportunities
• 45+ vendors and exhibitors
• General Sessions and business meetings
• District meetings and networking opportunities
• Special events and invitation-only experiences
• Dinner and Awards Ceremony
• Dynamic speakers and statewide PTA collaboration

We are especially excited to welcome our keynote speaker, Congresswoman Lucy McBath, along with special guests Rachel Kinsaul, Georgia Teacher of the Year; Michael Caldwell, Mayor of Woodstock; and Mary Elizabeth Davis, Cherokee County School Superintendent.
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INTERACTIVE CONVENTION ACTIVITIES
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This year’s convention is designed to be engaging, interactive, and fun! Be sure to participate in our special convention-wide activities throughout the weekend:

• I Spy Challenge – Capture photos and special convention moments throughout the event and share them through the convention photo-sharing platform for a chance to win prizes.
• Ice Breaker Bingo – Meet new people from across Georgia PTA by finding attendees who match each Bingo square and turning in your completed card for prize opportunities.
• Vendor Scavenger Hunt – Visit vendor booths, interact with exhibitors, and complete your scavenger hunt card for a chance to win gift baskets donated by participating vendors.
• Road to Woodstock Challenge – Districts, councils, and local units will compete for participation and engagement recognitions including Convention Spirit Award, Most Local Units Represented, and more!
• Council Gift Basket Competition– Be sure to visit the themed council gift basket displays and cast your vote for your favorite basket. Several baskets will also be awarded as door prizes prior to Saturday’s General Session #2.

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WHAT TO EXPECT
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This convention represents the very best of Georgia PTA — passionate leaders coming together to support children, families, schools, and communities across our state.
From inspiring workshops and networking opportunities to exhibitors, special guests, recognition ceremonies, games, and leadership development, we truly believe this will be an unforgettable weekend for everyone attending.

Thank you for your dedication to Georgia PTA and for investing in leadership that makes a difference in the lives of children every day.

Safe travels, and we look forward to welcoming you to Woodstock very soon!

Good Morning PTA Leaders! We are excited to see everyone at CLT starting this weekend. It is sure to be an amazing event.

Just a FYI - Georgia PTA email is not currently working. If you need to reach D9 PTA, please send a message through FB or message Tammy directly through FB or text. Georgia PTA is aware of the issue and is working to rectify the problem.

Thank you for your patience!!

Dear Convention Attendees,

We have an important schedule update regarding one of our featured speakers for the 2026 Georgia PTA Convention & Leadership Training.

Due to an unexpected change in her schedule, Congresswoman Lucy McBath will now join us on Friday evening, June 5, 2026, during the Awards Ceremony, rather than during Saturday's General Session as previously announced.
We are grateful that Congresswoman McBath has worked with us to remain part of our convention program, and we are excited to welcome her as a special guest during this celebration of leadership and service.

Revised Schedule Awards Ceremony

Date: Friday, June 5, 2026

Time: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM

Location: Mill Creek Middle School Gymnasium

Special Guest Speaker: Congresswoman Lucy McBath

Saturday's General Session will proceed as scheduled with our other distinguished guests and convention programming.
We understand that many attendees were looking forward to hearing Congresswoman McBath on Saturday and appreciate your flexibility as we accommodate this change. We encourage all attendees to join us Friday evening for what promises to be an inspiring Awards Ceremony and an opportunity to hear from one of Georgia's most recognized leaders and advocates for children and families.

Thank you for your understanding and continued support of Georgia PTA. We look forward to seeing you in Woodstock as we come together to Inspire, Lead, and Achieve.

Please note: If you have shared convention information with members of your local PTA, council, or district, we would appreciate your assistance in helping us spread this important schedule update.

Brenda Page,
Georgia PTA
1st Vice-President
CORE Team Chair
(901) 335-4950

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🛣️ Georgia PTA Leaders… the Road to Woodstock is calling!

Who’s packing up their PTA team and heading to Convention & Leadership Training June 5–6?! 👏

🎤 Major keynote speakers
🎓 50+ workshops
🛍️ 45+ vendors & exhibitors
🤝 National PTA in attendance
🏆 Awards, networking, leadership training & SO many ideas to bring back home!

This isn’t just another meeting… it’s the biggest PTA leadership weekend in Georgia!

Grab your president, secretary, treasurer, principal, committee chairs — everybody! One person can’t experience it all alone. 🚗💨

📍 Mill Creek Middle School – Woodstock, GA
⏰ Registration closes May 22

REGISTER HERE: https://form.jotform.com/260643117481151

Will YOUR PTA be represented in Woodstock? 👀

PTA MEMBERS! IMPORTANT NEWS ***

Georgia PTA is offering an important and timely opportunity TOMORROW, May 12th from 6-8 p.m, to engage in a candid conversation about va**ng and teen mental health—two critical issues impacting our students every day. This session is designed to inform, support, and empower our communities to better address these growing concerns.

We strongly encourage you to make plans to attend. Your participation matters, and together, we can take meaningful steps to support and protect our children.

Use the QR code on the bottom of the flyer to Register!!!

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