CT PTA

📢 OFFICER UPDATE REMINDER
Is Your PTA Leadership Information Current?

✅ Elected New Officers?
Submit your new officer roster.
https://www.ctpta.org/report-officers-form-page

✅ Officers Staying Another Term?
Let us know so we can update our records.

Why It Matters:
• Receive important CT PTA communications
• Access training and leadership resources
• Stay informed about grants, programs, and deadlines
• Maintain PTA compliance

Connecticut PTA
Every Child. One Voice.®

Why choose PTA?

A PTA is more than just a parent group—it's part of a statewide and nationwide network dedicated to supporting children, families, and schools.

✅ Guidance and support from a Connecticut PTA state office
✅ Leadership training and resources for officers and volunteers
✅ Financial safeguards, bylaws, and governance oversight
✅ Insurance and risk-management protections
✅ Advocacy at the local, state, and national levels
✅ Access to grants, programs, and family engagement resources
✅ A proven structure that helps organizations thrive year after year

When challenges arise, PTA leaders are never alone. Connecticut PTA is here to provide guidance, answer questions, and help local units succeed.

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

Want to build a stronger school community? National PTA's School of Excellence program equips local PTAs and schools with a proven framework for deepening family-school partnerships and improving outcomes for every student. Visit PTA.org/Excellence to learn more and get started.

PTA Leaders/ Officers/Members - Register for Symposium! 📢
September 19- North Haven
Don't miss your chance to be part of this year's Symposium! Join PTA leaders, advocates, and volunteers from across Connecticut for a day of learning, networking, and inspiration.

✅ Engaging workshops
✅ Valuable leadership training
✅ Advocacy updates
✅ Opportunities to connect with PTA members from around the state

Register today and secure your spot!
https://www.givebacks.com/causes/a3d087b1-94ad-49d6-883c-76d79e26ed00/events/e0229cb2e227

🎉 Connecticut PTA is excited to welcome our newest Silver Sponsor, Modern Milkman! 🎉

We are grateful for Modern Milkman’s support and partnership as we continue our mission of making every child’s potential a reality through advocacy, family engagement, and community connection.

Thank you for investing in students, families, and schools across Connecticut. Together, we are creating stronger communities and brighter futures for every child! 💙

Please join us in giving Modern Milkman a warm Connecticut PTA welcome! 👏

🌟 Congratulations to 2026 Connecticut PTA Outstanding Educator recipient, Dr. Suzie Da Silva, Superintendent of the Ridgefield School District! 🎉

Dr. Da Silva’s leadership, dedication, and commitment to students, families, educators, and school communities continue to make a lasting impact. Her passion for creating meaningful educational experiences and supporting every learner shines through in all she does. Connecticut PTA is proud to recognize an educator whose vision and leadership inspire excellence and strengthen school communities every day. 💙📚🍎

Please join us in celebrating Dr. Da Silva on this well-deserved honor! 👏

📸 The photos from our Reflections 2026 Award Night are now ready for viewing! What a wonderful evening celebrating the creativity and talent of our amazing students.

A special thank you to our sponsor, Irvin Simon, for helping capture these memories and preserving the smiles, celebrations, and special moments from the night. 💙✨

Take a look and relive the memories with us!

1. Click this link: https://irvinsimon.box.com/s/k50izcb7q0wwefvjoqmi7pi9fi7h3q2i
2. Enter password: S52909A!
3. Click “OK.”
4. Click the "Download" button and you're all set!

🎉 Congratulations to our 2026 Outstanding Educator Honoree, Joe Apicella, Principal of Orange Avenue School in Milford! 🎉

We are proud to recognize Joe as the recipient of the prestigious Dawn Hochsprung Award, honoring exceptional leadership, dedication, and commitment to students, families, and school communities.

Joe’s passion for education and his unwavering support of students and staff embody the spirit of this award and continue to make a lasting impact at Orange Avenue School and beyond.

Congratulations on this well-deserved recognition! 👏🍎✨

Tonight we celebrate our 2026 Connecticut PTA Reflection winners!!
Roger Ludlow Middle School, Fairfield
7 PM!

Congratulations to Cora Munoz, recognized by Connecticut PTA as an Outstanding High School Assistant Principal! 🎉

Cora’s dedication, leadership, and commitment to supporting students, families, and staff make a lasting impact every day at Wilbur Cross High School. Her passion for creating a positive and supportive school community is truly inspiring.

Thank you for all you do for your school community and congratulations on this well-deserved recognition! 💙🍎