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PTA HOMECOMING - WELCOMING EVERYONE

APRIL 28 - 30, 2017 COLUMBUS, OH DOUBLETREE HOTEL

111TH OHIO PTA

CONVENTION

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OHIO PTA PRESIDENT 2015 - 2017: SHEILA RAGLAND

It has been a while since the whole Family has come home !!!

I want to invite you to be a part of our Ohio PTA Homecoming. The state convention is from April 28th - 30th. We will have exciting speakers, informative workshops, many exhibi-tors, and much more. You’ll also be able to meet your Ohio PTA Board of Directors, help shape the future of Ohio PTA by participating in the business meetings, and find out how

you can be a greater part of our PTA Family.

We are excited to offer a special incentive for you to attend – BOGO – Buy One Convention Registration, Get One Free! That’s right, one registration free with every purchased registration. We feel as though what is shared and accomplished at our annual convention is so important, that we want to provide a way for you to bring your officers, chairpersons, administrators, teachers, friends, and families to take advantage of all of the resources, training, and sharing.

NATIONAL PTA PRESIDENT 2015-2017: LAURA BAY

Laura Bay was installed as president of National PTA at the 2015 National PTA Convention and Expo. From 2013-2015, Bay served as president-elect of the association. Prior to her election, she served a two-year term as secretary-treasurer and served on the National PTA Board of Directors as well as the finance, field service and organizational viability com-mittees. Bay is a passionate advocate for education and children’s issues and believes that PTA is the organization which actively supports and promotes parent, teacher and commu-

nity involvement in child and education issues.

Ever since entering a kindergarten classroom with her oldest son more than 20 years ago, Bay’s dedication to PTA has become a passion. Bay was involved in local unit, council and regional PTA activities for many years and served in a variety of PTA positions—from committee member/chair to president. She was also an active parent at each school building and at the district level—serving as a parent voice at staff meetings and on budget committees.

Bay believes that the power of this association is found in the passionate and diverse volunteers who share a common desire to reach out and engage parents, support their community in voicing their needs concerning education and health and safety issues and grow as leaders prepared to advocate anywhere, at any time.

As the Washington State PTA president in 2007–2009, Bay focused on developing leadership potential at all levels of PTA and facilitated the search and hiring of a new executive director. Also, during her tenure as president she led the Washington State PTA in collaborating with other organizations in the successful pas-sage of Engrossed House Joint Resolution (EHJR) 4204—Simple Majority Initiative. She also provided testimo-ny before state senate and house committees, led a rally on the capitol steps and dedicated her time and en-ergy in a statewide PTA campaign which led to the signing of HB 2261 (Basic Education Funding) with fellow education stake-holder organizations.

Bay and her husband Robert Bay have three adult children—Andrew, Matthew and Celeste. She has worked for the Bremerton School District as an educator and currently works in the district office as a coordinator for assessment and instruction. Bay and her husband make their home in Poulsbo, Washington where they enjoy time with family and friends.

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Topic: The Opioid Epidemic – The Impact on the School Community

The opiate epidemic and shift to heroin is causing great concern throughout the State of Ohio. This

presentation by the Ohio Attorney General’s Office will give an:

Overview of the opioid epidemic – how we got here and where we are going;

Summary of Ohio Attorney General Mike DeWine’s response to this epidemic;

Update on programs and services available for drug prevention programming in schools;

and

Insights on what the Attorney General’s Office has seen succeed across Ohio and recom-

mendations for school leaders.

Presenters: Jennifer Biddinger, Director of Drug Abuse Outreach Initiatives

Randi Ostry, Drug Use Education and Policy Manager

JEFFREY STEC - GENERAL SESSION 1 KEYNOTE SPEAKER

Citizens for Civic Renewal, Executive Director

Jeffrey L. Stec graduated from the University of Michigan Law School and practiced law for eight years before becoming a community development professional. Since 2010, Jeffrey has worked extensively with school districts to build productive relationships between parents, community members, and staff.

"The PTA's Role in Transforming Education"

Along with 15 years of diverse community leadership and teaching roles, Jeffrey L. Stec, J.D. has spent the last five years facilitating a community engagement program for Lakota Schools -- and he's noticed a big disconnect between what people want from traditional public education and what they are getting (even in highly rated districts like Lakota!). His keynote address will explore how the PTA can tap into this latent community yearning to both transform education and reinvig-orate your PTA.

This will be followed by a workshop, "How to Engage Parents, Staff and Students by Creating a School Mission Statement."

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DEADLINE FOR BOGO REGISTRATION APRIL 1, 2017

BY MAIL - Complete the registration form found in this program and mail with your payment to Ohio PTA, 40 Northwoods Blvd., Ste. A, Columbus, OH 43235-4718.

BY FAX - Complete the registration form found in this program and fax with credit card information to Ohio PTA 614-781-6349.

ONLINE - at www.ohiopta.org, click on Events and fill out the information online. Have a credit card ready.

NOTE - BOGO registration does not include ticketed events.

HOTEL RESERVATIONS are not included in the convention registration fees and should be made directly with the hotel. Reservations must be made on or before March 24, 2017 to get the special room rate! Any res-ervations made after this date will be accepted by the hotel on a space and rate available.

Call the hotel at 614-885-3334 or toll free at 800-870-0349. Identify yourself as part of Ohio PTA Convention 2017.

The room rate is $102.00 plus applicable taxes.

Tax-exempt status must be established at time of check in. Present a blanket certificate of exemption and pay with a PTA check and you will not be charged state sales tax. City and bed taxes will still be charged.

DoubleTree Hotel 175 Hutchinson Avenue Columbus, 43235 614-885-3334 800-870-0349

Our traditional basket raffle - a FUN opportunity to take home wonderful items and support the Ohio PTA Scholarship Program.

Ohio PTA strives to give a scholarship to one graduating senior high student per each Ohio PTA district.

Units, councils and individuals who wish to support this effort are encouraged to bring donations of one item or a basket of goodies to be included in the raffle.

Members, bring your wallets so you can get in on the action!

#OHPTA17

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VOLUNTEERS NEEDED - GOLD KEY OPPORTUNITY

If you are interested in volunteering some of your time and effort at convention, please pick an area in which you are interested and MARK IT ON YOUR REGISTRATION FORM. Return to the Ohio PTA Office, 40 Northwoods Blvd., Ste A, Columbus, OH 43235-4718 or fax form to 614-781-6349.

FLOATING VOLUNTEERS - These volunteers will be assigned on an as-needed basis to fill in for no-shows and last minute needs in different areas.

GENERAL SESSION USHERS - Volunteers will direct arriving members to the General Sessions. If you know how to escort and open doors, this is the place for you. Ushers are the doorkeepers and monitor the doors of the con-vention. Ushers should be in place 1/2-hour before the meeting is scheduled to open.

HOSTS - All that is needed for this volunteer position is a warm and bright smile. The hosts/hostesses serve in workshops, meal functions, and other areas to assist with various needed duties in the respective assignments.

TELLERS - If a ballot vote is needed, the tellers distribute, collect, and count ballots, and report the count to the head teller. If a counted vote is needed, the tellers will count their assigned areas and report the count to the head teller.

PAGES - A page is assigned to each microphone and is a messenger who delivers motion forms and messages to the page seated in the front row. That page will deliver the messages to the parliamentarian on the platform.

ALL VOLUNTEERS should plan on attending the briefing for floor workers scheduled for 8:15AM - 8:45AM on Saturday, April 29 in the ballroom.

If you have questions regarding volunteer positions, please contact the Ohio PTA Office 614-781-6344 or email office@ohiopta.org.

GOLD KEY WORKSHOP CHART

Gold Key 1st Step 2nd Step 3rd Step

Programs How to Use a PTA Grant

Every Child in Focus

School of Excellence

How to Use a PTA Grant

Every Child in Focus

School of Excellence

Leadership The Business of PTAs

21st Century

Communications for PTAs

Bylaws Bingo

What Makes PTA Click?

The Business of PTAs

21st Century

Communications for PTAs

Bylaws Bingo

What Makes PTA Click?

21st Century

Communications for PTAs

Membership Tomorrow’s Leaders Tomorrow’s Leaders

Advocacy Resolutions Resolutions

Required Works as Hosts, Ushers,

Pages, Door Monitors

Works as Hosts, Ushers, Pages,

Door Monitors

Work at Ohio PTA Convention

Assist an Ohio PTA Board Member with a

workshop or assist with scholarship raffle or

work at PTA Store

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FRIDAY, APRIL 28, 2017

REGISTRATION 6:00PM - 7:30PM

FIRST TIMERS ORIENTATION 6:45PM - 7:15PM

Never been to a PTA convention? Come and find out what to expect.

TOWN HALL MEETING - The Opioid Epidemic 7:30PM - 9:00PM

Topic: The Opioid Epidemic – The Impact on the School Community The opiate epidemic and shift to heroin is causing great concern throughout the State of Ohio. This presentation will be by the Ohio Attorney General’s Office.

WELCOME RECEPTION 9:00PM—10:00PM.

Welcome your National PTA Representative Laura Bay, National PTA President.

SATURDAY, APRIL 29, 2017

WORKSHOPS 9:00AM - 10:00AM

READING ON THE SCREEN: DIGITAL LITERACY AND POSITIVE SCREEN TIME FOR YOUNG CHILDREN Not all screen time is equal! It’s wise to limit screen time, but with thoughtful intervent- ion by adults, digital media can contribute to effective early learning and literacy devel- opment. Smart screen time can also help young children grow into wise media consum- ers. Learn how to make screen time reading time; how to choose good, age- appropriate apps and websites; and how handheld devices, computers, and TVs can be a positive part of the reading experience.

EVERY CHILD IN FOCUS – PANEL Every Child in Focus is a campaign to celebrate the achievements and illustrate differ- ences within our diverse population, by sharing resources and advocacy tools to help understand the needs of every child.

HOW TO CREATE A SUCCESSFUL WATCH D.O.G.S.® PROGRAM At the end of this session, participants will be able to walk away with the 7 Steps to Success for launching the WATCH D.O.G.S.® program in their school(s), understand the team structure that will commit to the development of the program and catch the vision for the value of the program in regards to education and safety and PTA mem- bership growth within our schools.

BREAKING THE SILENCE Knowing the signs of addiction; discovering local and national resources and online tools.

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Saturday, APRIL 29, 2017

WORKSHOPS 3:15PM - 4:15PM

HOW TO ENGAGE PARENTS, STAFF AND STUDENTS BY CREATING A SCHOOL MISSION STATEMENT

There are many ways to engage parents in school and PTA, but creating a school mission statement holds a special power to unite and inspire parents, staff and students alike. Using community engagement principles to build a school mission will inspire participa- tion in PTA, and serve as a launching pad for educational experiments that better meet student needs. This workshop will explore why your PTA should consider leading your school community in a mission-building process, and how you can do it without profess- sional help.

RESOLUTIONS AS A PART OF YOUR PTA Using two of the newest National PTA resolutions, we will go through a step-by-step pro- cess for introducing a resolution, then have participants break into two groups to give ideas on how they would bring these forward to their units/council. Also, this workshop will look at the difference between a board position statement and resolution.

THE BUSINESS OF PTAS This workshop provides an overview of PTA board roles, President and other officers, insurance importance and Standards of Affiliation.

QUESTION, PERSUADE, REFER, SUICIDE PREVENTION Recognize young persons at risk for suicide, appropriately intervene with young persons at risk and refer young persons at risk for suicide to appropriate resource.

SUNDAY, APRIL 30, 2017 WORKSHOPS 8:30AM - 9:30AM

HOW TO USE A PTA GRANT TO RUN A LARGE SCALE EVENT This workshop will detail the work that went into a Health and Fitness Fair, a 500- person event with considerable community participation. The presentation will cover how grant-writing and donation solicitation can secure PTA grant funding and many event sponsors. Also, learn how to promote your idea to community organizations to help facilitate the event, to work together, and to advertising the fair in the media and within your own communications.

TOMORROW’S LEADERS: ATTRACT, DEVELOP AND ORIENT LEADERS THROUGH TRANSITION Learn how to use your own leadership skills to attract volunteers and leverage their strengths to build a stronger leadership team for the association.

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SUNDAY, APRIL 30, 2017 - continued

BYLAWS BINGO This is the standard workshop with a twist. Participants listen for key words in order to obtain “BINGO” during the workshop. You will walk away with key knowledge to ap- preciate and more importantly understand that unit/council bylaws drive the work and are the rule book for operating in a consistent, orderly manner.

STEP UP TO QUALITY—WHY EARLY EDUCATION MATTERS Did you know that all preschools need to be SUTQ certified by 2020. Find out what Step Up to Quality is and why this program promotes early learning and development to in- crease life-long success of children. You don’t have to be an early childhood PTA mem- ber to learn how to help your district advance and transformative foundational strate- gies to improve school outcomes.

WORKSHOPS 1:45PM - 2:45PM

SCHOOL OF EXCELLENCE—BE ONE! Through the School of Excellence program, your PTA and school will gain new ways to engage families in school decision-making and to work together to enrich education experiences and student well-being.

COMMUNICATIONS FOR PTAS The who, what, why, and how to promote PTA through today’s technology.

WHAT IT TAKES TO MAKE YOUR PTA CLICK All of our PTAs strive to be RELEVANT, SUCCESSFUL, PRODUCTIVE, EFFICIENT and FUN for its members. We constantly are challenged on how to accomplish this for all of our members and one size does not fit all. Throughout this workshop we will network and brainstorm on how to accomplish this as well as what not to do. We will utilize the Standards of Affiliation, Parliamentary Procedure, Bylaws, etc. as available resources.

TEACHING STRATEGIES AND ACCOMMODATIONS FOR DYSLEXIA This session focuses on the teaching strategies and accommodations for dyslexia that are standardized by the International Dyslexia Association. The presenter demonstrates multisensory structured language techniques based on the Structured Literacy philoso- phy in the areas of reading, spelling and writing. This interactive session demonstrates ways to meet the challenges of teaching students with dyslexia to assure coverage of essential components for student progress.

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WELCOME RECEPTION FRIDAY, APRIL 28, 2017 9:00PM - 10:00PM

Friday night we will have a WELCOME RECEPTION for our delegates. Meet your Ohio PTA Board. Share your

ideas, thoughts and suggestions with your state PTA leaders. Welcome your National PTA Representative Laura

Bay, National PTA President.

OHIO PARTNERSHIP PTA SATURDAY, APRIL 29, 2017 8:45AM - 9:15AM

This is the statewide PTA whose work is to support Ohio PTA. Join and come be a part of the business. If you

want to become a member, ask at registration.

EXHIBITS SATURDAY, APRIL 29, 2017 9:30AM - 11:00AM

Start your BINGO Family Tree to win great prizes. Visit the vendors to get great ideas for next year.

12:30PM - 3:00PM

Come back and continue to fill out your BINGO card. Listen to demonstrations given by the exhibitors and best

practices from PTA units and councils.

* REFLECTIONS AWARD LUNCHEON SATURDAY, APRIL 29, 2017 12:45PM - 2:30PM

Join us as we celebrate the young artists of PTA’s Reflections Program. Share in the excitement as they receive

their awards, dine with them, and recognize their accomplishments! This is a very uplifting experience.

* INSTALLATION DINNER SATURDAY, APRIL 29, 2017 7:00PM - 8:30PM Join us for dinner and a celebration of all PTA volunteers and get to know your 2017 - 2019 Ohio PTA Board of Directors.

* AWARDS LUNCHEON SUNDAY, APRIL 30, 2017 12:00PM - 1:30PM

Celebrate Ohio PTA District’s Helping Hands and Outstanding Educators winners. The statewide Helping Hands

and Outstanding Educators will be announced. Ohio PTA’s Oak Tree and the School Nurse Award recipients will

be honored. Join in this wonderful opportunity to thank them for their service to the children of Ohio.

* Ticketed Event

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FRIDAY - April 28

6:00PM - 7:30PM REGISTRATION & INFORMATION 6:45PM - 7:15PM FIRST TIMERS ORIENTATION 7:30PM - 9:00PM TOWN HALL—THE OPIOID EPIDEMIC 9:00PM - 10:00PM WELCOME RECEPTION

SATURDAY - April 29

8:00AM - 4:00PM REGISTRATION & INFORMATION 8:00AM - 4:30PM PTA STORE & SCHOLARSHIP RAFFLE (except during General Sessions) 8:15AM - 8:45AM VOLUNTEERS, TELLERS AND PAGES ORIENTATION/TRAINING 8:45AM - 9:15AM OHIO PARTNERSHIP PTA MEETING 9:00AM - 10:00AM WORKSHOP 1 9:30AM - 11:00AM EXHIBITS OPEN 11:00AM - 12:30PM GENERAL SESSION I 12:45PM - 2:30PM REFLECTIONS LUNCHEON 12:30PM - 3:00PM EXHIBITS REOPEN (Voting if needed) 3:15PM - 4:15PM WORKSHOP 2 4:30PM - 6:30PM GENERAL SESSION II - Installation 7:00PM - 8:30PM INSTALLATION DINNER

SUNDAY - April 30 7:30AM - 12:00PM REGISTRATION OPEN 8:00AM - 9:45AM PTA STORE (except during General Sessions) 8:30AM - 9:30AM WORKSHOP 3 9:45AM - 11:45AM GENERAL SESSION III

12:00PM - 1:30PM AWARDS RECOGNITION LUNCHEON - Helping Hands/Outstanding Educators/School Nurse/Oak Tree

1:45PM - 2:45PM WORKSHOP 4

SCHEDULE SUBJECT TO CHANGE

#OHPTA17

Convention Rules, Proposed Resolutions and Amendments to the Ohio PTA Bylaws

Any proposed resolutions and amendments to the Ohio PTA Bylaws and Convention Rules will

be posted on our website, www.ohiopta.org. If you do not have internet access, you may contact

the Ohio PTA office to request a mailed copy. We encourage every PTA and delegate to review

and consider how the proposed resolutions and bylaw amendments might impact PTAs in Ohio.

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DEADLINE

EARLY BIRD BOGO MUST BE POSTMARKED APRIL 1

ADVANCED REGISTRATION MUST BE POSTMARKED APRIL 10

ONSITE REGISTRATION REQUIRED AFTER APRIL 10

HOTEL REGISTRATION DEADLINE MARCH 24

TO GET PTA PRICE

IDENTIFY YOURSELF AS PART OF

OHIO PTA CONVENTION 2017

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Registrants must present a current PTA membership card at the registration desk. If you are not a PTA member, you may join the Ohio

Partnership PTA for $5.00. Confirmation will be sent by email. EARLY BIRD (BOGO) REGISTRATION must be postmarked April 1. Ad-

vance Registration must be postmarked April 10, 2017.

NAME OF PTA:_________________________________DISTRICT NUMBER:________

NAME:__________________________________________

ADDRESS:_______________________________________

CITY & ZIP:_______________________________________

PHONE:__________________EMAIL:_________________

EMERGENCY CONTACT NAME:_________________________________________

CONTACT’S DAYTIME PHONE:__________________EVENING:_______________

REGISTRATION (DOES NOT INCLUDE MEALS) _______$130

ONE-DAY REGISTRATION _______$100

YES I WOULD LIKE TO VOLUNTEER AT CONVENTION AS A ____________________________________

BOGO PERSON’S INFORMATION

NAME OF PTA________________________________DISTRICT NUMBER:________

NAME:__________________________________________

ADDRESS:_______________________________________

CITY & ZIP:_______________________________________

PHONE:__________________EMAIL:_________________

EMERGENCY CONTACT NAME:_________________________________________

CONTACT’S DAYTIME PHONE:__________________EVENING:_______________

REGISTRATION (DOES NOT INCLUDE MEALS) _______$0

There is no BOGO One-Day _______$100

YES I WOULD LIKE TO VOLUNTEER AT CONVENTION AS A ______________________________________

TOTAL REGISTRATIONS $____________

TOTAL MEALS $____________

TOTAL OHIO PARTNERSHIP PTA $____________

$____________ Total

DEADLINE FOR REGISTRATION - EARLY BIRD Postmarked April 1, 2017 ADVANCED postmarked April 10, 2017 ONLY ONSITE REGISTRATION AFTER APRIL 10 POSTMARK - $200 MEALS ARE NOT AVAILABLE FOR ONSITE REGISTRANTS

Sorry no refunds! _____ Do not share my information

SATURDAY REFLECTIONS LUNCHEON

_________$25

Vegetarian meal___

SATURDAY INSTALLATION DINNER

_________$20

Vegetarian meal___

SUNDAY RECOGNITION LUNCHEON

_________$35

Vegetarian meal___

Ohio Partnership PTA Membership Dues

_________$5

SATURDAY REFLECTIONS LUNCHEON

_________$25

Vegetarian meal___

SATURDAY INSTALLATION DINNER

_________$20

Vegetarian meal___

SUNDAY RECOGNITION LUNCHEON

_________$35

Vegetarian meal___

Ohio Partnership PTA Membership Dues

_________$5

PAYMENT METHOD CHECK #___________________

CIRCLE ONE: VISA/MASTERCARD/DISCOVER #_______________________________EXP DATE:___________