Durham Council PTA

📚✨ SAVE THE DATE! ✨📚

The Durham Council of PTAs invites parents, caregivers, educators, PTA leaders, students, and community partners to our Back-to-School Kickoff!

Show Up. Speak Up. Together We Shine.
No Limits. One Community. Every Child.

Join us for an inspiring day of learning, leadership, and connection as we prepare for a successful school year. Attend engaging workshops, connect with community resources, hear from local leaders, and leave empowered to make a difference in your school and community.

📅 Saturday, September 12, 2026
🕙 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
📍 Location: Coming Soon

Together, we can build stronger schools, stronger families, and brighter futures.

Have you submitted your interest form?

🌟 Make an Impact. Join a Durham Council of PTAs Committee! 🌟

We are looking for passionate PTA members, parents, educators, and community partners to join us for the 2026–2028 PTA Term!
Your time, talents, and ideas can help strengthen families, support students, and build a stronger Durham community. Whether you are a longtime PTA advocate or new to PTA, there is a place for you!

Join one of our committees:
✨ Advocacy & Legislation
✨ Audit
✨ Events & Programs
✨ Family & Community Engagement
✨ Reflections
✨ Male Engagement
✨ Membership & Nominations
✨ Fundraising

📅 Apply by August 1

📝 Complete the interest form: bit.ly/durhamPTACommittees
🌐 www.ptadurham.org

Show Up. Speak Up. Together We Shine. 💙💛

You still have time to sign up!

🌟 Make an Impact. Join a Durham Council of PTAs Committee! 🌟

We are looking for passionate PTA members, parents, educators, and community partners to join us for the 2026–2028 PTA Term!
Your time, talents, and ideas can help strengthen families, support students, and build a stronger Durham community. Whether you are a longtime PTA advocate or new to PTA, there is a place for you!

Join one of our committees:
✨ Advocacy & Legislation
✨ Audit
✨ Events & Programs
✨ Family & Community Engagement
✨ Reflections
✨ Male Engagement
✨ Membership & Nominations
✨ Fundraising

📅 Apply by August 1
📝 Complete the interest form: bit.ly/durhamPTACommittees
🌐 www.ptadurham.org

Show Up. Speak Up. Together We Shine. 💙💛

🌟 Make an Impact. Join a Durham Council of PTAs Committee! 🌟

We are looking for passionate PTA members, parents, educators, and community partners to join us for the 2026–2028 PTA Term!
Your time, talents, and ideas can help strengthen families, support students, and build a stronger Durham community. Whether you are a longtime PTA advocate or new to PTA, there is a place for you!

Join one of our committees:
✨ Advocacy & Legislation
✨ Audit
✨ Events & Programs
✨ Family & Community Engagement
✨ Reflections
✨ Male Engagement
✨ Membership & Nominations
✨ Fundraising

📅 Apply by August 1
📝 Complete the interest form: bit.ly/durhamPTACommittees
🌐 www.ptadurham.org

Show Up. Speak Up. Together We Shine. 💙💛

⚾💙 Volunteers Needed This Saturday (6/27/26)!

Looking to give back or earn community service hours? The Durham Council of PTAs is seeking 7 volunteers (ages 18+)to join us this Saturday working concessions at the Athletes Unlimited Softball League (AUSL) game held at the Durham Bull Athletic Park!

It’s a Signature Series matchup between the Carolina Blaze and defending champions, the Utah Talons — a great game for an even greater cause.

🕑 Game Time: 2:00 PM

All funds raised directly support students, families, and community programs across Durham.

🙌 Easy, fun, and a meaningful way to make an impact (and earn service hours)!

✨ Interested?
Email: [email protected]

⚾💙 Volunteers Needed (Ages 18+)

Looking to give back or earn community service hours? Durham Council of PTAs needs 5 volunteers this Saturday (6/13/26) to work concessions with us at the Cosmic Baseball. This is a a glow-in-the-dark, neon-fueled spectacle played under black lights featuring the Cosmic Chili Peppers and Glow Mojis—at the Durham Bulls Athletic Park.

Game Time: 7:00pm

All funds raised support students, families, and community programs across Durham.

🙌 Easy, fun, and a great way to make an impact and earn hours!

✨ Please email us at: [email protected] if interested.

Have you registered to attend the NCPTA Convention? It’s virtual and starts today!

Day 1!

Calling all NC PTA Leaders & Members! 📣

As the school year winds down, it’s time to celebrate our wins, gear up for what's next, and finish strong!

We are officially inviting you to the NCPTA Virtual Convention and End-of-Year Trainings. Whether you are a seasoned board member or a brand-new volunteer, this is your ultimate toolkit for success.

Why you can't miss this:

- Convenience: 100% virtual—attend from your couch, your office, or in your car waiting in the carpool line!

- Skill Building: Get expert-led training on leadership, budgeting, advocacy, and membership growth.

- Fresh Ideas: Connect with PTA leaders across North Carolina to swap success stories and fundraiser ideas.

- Transition Ready: Perfect for handing off the baton to next year's board smoothly and confidently.

Our schools thrive when our leaders are empowered. Let’s come together to learn, grow, and advocate for every child in NC.

Register today.

June 3 6:00-8:00
Session Topics: Male Engagement and PTA Governance
Register at https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/QHPXdKKyTJeDHvURmyBdkg

June 10 6:30-8:30
Session Topics: Youth Voice, Nominating Process, and Secretary Role
Register at https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/keR6NeobQYOieLZOpiWYSw

June 11 6:00-8:00
Session Topics: Board Transitions and Advocacy
Register at https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/V9mNpMvuSrm5BlGSuDLIJA

June 13 10:00-12:00
Session Topics: President Role and Membership
Register at https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/m_yR7434RqKiEI1Qgeoh3w

June 27 10:00-2:00
Session Topics: Treasurer Role; PTA Retreat Planning; Programming Overview--Reflections, School of Excellence, Grants; Business Session
Register at https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/-cCHh43zT_iWttW-ErESZg

⚾💙 Volunteers Needed (Ages 18+)

Looking to give back or earn community service hours? Durham Council of PTAs needs 2 volunteers this Saturday (5/23/26) to work concessions with us at the Durham Bulls Game!

Game Time: 6:45pm

All funds raised support students, families, and community programs across Durham.

🙌 Easy, fun, and a great way to make an impact and earn hours!

✨ Additional volunteer opportunities available for future games please email us if interested at: [email protected]

Have you purchased your tickets yet? There is still time!

🌟✨ Celebrate the Bright Stars of Durham! ✨🌟

Join the Durham Council of PTAs Annual Bright Stars Gala on May 2, 2026 for an unforgettable evening honoring the incredible students, volunteers, and community partners who help our children succeed.

Our Nominations Committee proudly announces the Slate of Officer Nominees for the 2026-2027 school year:

President: Nicole Williams

Vice President of Programs: Karen Thompson Cunningham

Vice President of Family & Committee Engagement: Tosh Adams

Secretary: Mary Sanford

Treasurer: Rebecca Cates

*Election will be held at the Bright Star Gala. *Nominations will be taken from the Floor!

This elegant celebration will include:

⭐ Recognition of PTA Reflections student winners
⭐ Honoring outstanding PTA volunteers
⭐ Awards and community recognition
⭐ Music, dancing, and fellowship
⭐ A delicious buffet dinner

📍 Hyatt Place Durham/Southpoint
🕒 Check-In: 2:45 PM | Program: 3:00–7:00 PM

This inspiring event brings together PTA members, families, educators, school leaders, and community partners who believe in the power of supporting children and schools.

🎟 Tickets must be purchased by Saturday May 2, 2026 at 11:59pm!!

Link for Tickets: https://app.givebacks.gives/brightstars2026

Let’s celebrate the people who make our schools stronger and our students shine brighter.

🚨 FLASH SALE ALERT! 🚨

Tickets are still available for the Bright Star Gala next Saturday May 2, 2026 — and we’re celebrating with a Two-Day Flash Sale!

🎟 Get Your FREE Bright Star Gala Tickets!!! Limited Number of FREE Tickets Available!

⏰ Starts: Wednesday, April 22, at 10:00 AM
⏰ Ends: Friday, April 24 at 10:00 AM

🌟✨ Celebrate the Bright Stars of Durham! ✨🌟

Join the Durham Council of PTAs Annual Bright Stars Gala on May 2, 2026 for an unforgettable evening honoring the incredible students, volunteers, and community partners who help our children succeed.

This elegant celebration will include:

⭐ Recognition of PTA Reflections student winners
⭐ Honoring outstanding PTA volunteers
⭐ Awards and community recognition
⭐ Music, dancing, and fellowship
⭐ A delicious buffet dinner

📍 Hyatt Place Durham/Southpoint
🕒 Check-In: 2:45 PM | Program: 3:00–7:00 PM

This inspiring event brings together PTA members, families, educators, school leaders, and community partners who believe in the power of supporting children and schools.

🎟 Tickets must be purchased by April 27.

Link for Tickets: https://app.givebacks.gives/brightstars2026

Let’s celebrate the people who make our schools stronger and our students shine brighter.