To promote the welfare of children and youth in home, school, community & place of worship

To raise the standard of home life

To secure adequate laws for the care and protection for children and youth

To bring into closer relation the home and the school, that parents and teachers may cooperate intelligently in the education of children and youth

To develop between educators and the general public united efforts as will secure for all children and youth the highest advantages in physical, mental, social, & spiritual education

 

 

 

 

The New York State Congress of Parents and Teachers, Inc. (NYSPTA) recognizes that every child deserves excellence in education and quality of life. NYSPTA will maintain its commitment and service to all children and to its diverse membership through increased parent and community awareness, advocacy, education, and involvement.

 

 

 

Every child deserves to have his/her basic needs met

 

Every child deserves an education designed to meet the childs needs Public education is the appropriate forum to prepare children for participation in a democratic society

 

Every child deserves our continued commitment to advocacy

 

PTA will take the lead in parent involvement by training parents to be partners in education

 

PTA will take the lead in promoting the value of parent involvement with the community and educational partners

 

We are responsible for identifying, understanding, and meeting the needs of our diverse membership

 

Educators are an integral part of our organization

 

Education and leadership training and self-evaluation are essential at all levels

 

Programs and materials should be provided to enhance parenting skills

 

Challenging oneself leads to growth