District 12 – Call for Officer Nominations for 2013-2015

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The District 12 PTA nominating committee is seeking strong PTA/PTSA leaders in Gwinnett for consideration as candidates for nomination to a District Officer role. The nominating committee is responsible for presenting a slate of officers for election at the District 12 Spring Conference on March 26, 2013.

District 12 PTA officer positions include: District Director, First Assistant Director, Second Assistant Director, Secretary/Treasurer. District 12 officer positions shall be elected for a two-year (2) term. In order to be eligible to serve as a district officer, a candidate/officer must reside within the district and be a member of a local PTA/PTSA.

If you would like to be considered, or would like to nominate someone for consideration, please review the Duties of Officers and complete the Nominating Leadership Form listed below. All parts of the Nominating Leadership Form must be completed and received by March 8, 2013.

District Director Duties

Assistant Director Duties

Secretary Duties

Treasurers Duties

Nominating Leadership Form

Serving at the state level of PTA is an honor and privilege. As someone considers their interest and ability to serve in this important capacity, it is essential that they are familiar with the responsibilities and expectations for their position(s) of interest. It is extremely important that potential board members understand they are expected to attend all four State board meetings during the year. Each board meeting lasts for two (2) days. Board members will also be asked to conduct workshops and may provide field services that require travel. In addition, board members will also attend Board Orientation Training, and should attend Georgia PTA functions including Advocacy Training, PTA Day at the Capitol, Reflections Receptions, etc.

Instructions for Candidate Submission: Complete all parts of the Leadership Nominating Form and save your document. Send an email including the completed form (as an attachment) to: Kindellarea3pta@gmail.com. Please include “District 12 Officer Nomination” in the Subject line of your email.

If you have any questions regarding specific officer responsibilities/duties, or any other questions regarding District 12 Officer Nominations, please contact:

Kindell May
Chair, District 12 PTA Nominating Committee
phone: 770.682.0614
email: Kindellarea3pta@gmail.com
 

2012-2013 Reflections Exhibition & Reception

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“The Magic of a Moment”

Talented young artists from Area II Gwinnett County were recognized and showcased on November 3rd at the 2012-2013 Area II Gwinnett County Council of PTAs Reflections Exhibition & Reception. The event was held at the GCPS Instructional Support Center and welcomed contest artists, along with their family, friends, and participating schools to join together for a day that celebrated this year’s theme, “The Magic of a Moment” through the arts. Upon arrival, music filled the air and set a ‘magical’ tone with performances by Duluth Middle School orchestra, North Gwinnett Middle School orchestra, and Peachtree Ridge High School orchestra.

The Reflections Arts Recognition Program has been a national PTA student-achievement program for over 40 years. The excitement and enthusiasm this outstanding program generates for students and their schools is unmatched, with Georgia PTAs participating in the program at all PTA levels. In addition, the PTA Reflections Program increases community awareness of the importance of the arts in education.

Area II Council hopes that each student who participated in this year’s program has felt a sense of pride and accomplishment. We are proud of them all!

2012-2013 Area II Council Reflections Winners

(Click on a category below to view entries that will advance to  State Competition)

Dance Choreography

Literature

Musical Composition

Photography

Video Production

Visual Arts

Health, Wellness, and Safety Fair (Burnette Elementary School)

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Health, Wellness, and Safety Fair Details  (Burnette Elementary School)

Date: November 5, 2012

Time: 6:00pm – 8:00pm

Burnette Elementary School (Cafe)
3221 Burnette Road, Suwanee, GA 30024
 

Burnette Elementary School PTA invites parents, students, family and friends to attend an exciting Health, Wellness, and Safety Fair on November 5th from 6:00pm – 8:00pm in the student cafe.

This FREE event will feature ten speakers providing information on topics including: personal fitness, financial wellness, self defense, CPR, First Aid, school lunch nutrition, core strength/posture, dental health, and more! A special area will also be available for visitors to interact with medical instruments PCOM students use in their studies and future careers. In addition, members of the Gwinnett County Police Department will also be on site to discuss bicycle and car seat safety.

Please click on the link above for details and mark your calendar for this free and informative event!

Council Dues & Audits Due End of September…Taxes Coming Up

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September is the month to send in your Dues (and donations) to the Council, as well as file your Audit Reports with the state PTA office.  Don’t wait until the end of the month – send in these items today!  Also – it is a great time to start preparing your taxes.  Even though they are not due until October or November (depending on your FY end – either May or June), don’t wait until the last minute to prepare and file them (or have someone prepare them for you).  Make sure to send the IRS 990 Verification form (along with a copy of page 1 of your tax return) to the state PTA office when you mail your returns to the Georgia Department of Revenue and IRS Center.  If you file the 990 electronically, you’ll need to send a copy of the e-filing receipt with the IRS 990 Verification form.

Summer Updates

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Registration Is Now Open for CLT 2012

The 98th Georgia PTA Convention Leadership Training will be held in Athens, GA on July 12-14, 2012 at the Classic Center.  Click here to learn more or to register now.

“NEW” PTA Membership Card for 2012-2013

Read more…

Register Now for the 2012-2103 National PTA  Back to School  Kit

Receive great resources from National PTA in your Back to School Kit – PTA Quick-Reference Guides, membership materials, program and advocacy resources, and special offers from national partners.   All local units, council and district PTAs must register to receive the 2012-2013 kit.  Click here for more information and to register.

Georgia PTA Dues Increase

On July 15, 2011 Georgia PTA convention delegates approved a fifty cents ($.50) increase to raise Georgia PTA’s portion of the member fees from $1.00 to $1.50. The increase is effective July 1, 2012, raising Georgia PTA’s portion of membership dues to $1.50.  Click here to read what this means to your PTA.

2012-2013 Dues Transmittal Form

*Via GA PTA.org site

Council General Meeting/End-of-Year Awards Dinner

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May 1, 2012                       Council General Meeting / End-of-Year Awards Dinner

6:00 p.m. Check-In            Creekland Middle School, 170 Russell Road, Lawrenceville, GA 30043
6:30 pm – 8:00 pm
***Note:  Your Council dues cover the cost of dinner for four (4) at the May Awards Dinner.  Additional attendees representing your Local Unit will be charged $5/person.

Children’s Healthy Hallways

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This 40 minute presentation by Telltale Theatre troop (www.telltaletheatre.com) provides practical information for children and their families about healthy lifestyles. Contact Clarita Guigou to schedule a performance at your school; 80 performances will be held this year.

Clarita M. Guigou

Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta

Program Coordinator

Child Wellness

1655 Tullie Circle

Atlanta, GA  30329

404-785-6824

clarita.guigou@choa.org

To learn more, download and watch the following powerpoint presentation:

2012 Healthy Halls School Wellness Program