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Little Rock School District PTA Council Handbook 2014-2015 LR PTA Council P.O. Box 461 Little Rock, Arkansas 72203
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Little Rock School District
PTA Council Handbook
2014-2015
LR PTA Council
P.O. Box 461
Little Rock, Arkansas 72203
Little Rock PTA Council Handbook
Table of Contents
Purpose and Mission of PTA
Welcome Letter
LR PTA Council Meeting Schedule
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PTA Contact Information ......................... 4
LR PTA Council Board ......................... 5
LR PTA Council Calendar ......................... 6-8
LR PTA Council Ambassadors ......................... 9
LRSD Schools and Principals ......................... 10
LRSD Parent Facilitators ......................... 11-12
LR PTA Past Presidents ......................... 13
Spirit of PTA Award
BE A PIG
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LR PTA Council Information
LR PTA Standing Rules
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LR PTA Council Awards Information ......................... 25
LR PTA Council Award Forms:
Outstanding PTA Unit Award ......................... 26
Parent Education Award ......................... 27
Safety Award ......................... 28
Communications Award ......................... 29
Heroic Effort Award ......................... 30
Children’s Champion Award ......................... 31
Administrator of the Year Award ......................... 32
Teacher of the Year Award
Honorary Life Membership
Arkansas PTA Membership Awards
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PTA Forms:
Internal Audit Report Form ......................... 36
LR PTA Council Registration Fee Form ......................... 37
Arkansas PTA Membership Dues Form ......................... 38
Council Representative Report Form ......................... 39
PTA Bylaws Template ......................... 40
Purpose of PTA To promote the welfare of children and youth in the home, the school, community and
place of worship;
To raise the standard of home life;
To secure adequate laws for the care and protection of children and youth;
To bring into a closer relationship the home and the school, that parents and teachers
may cooperate intelligently in the education of children and youth; and
To develop between educators and the general public such united efforts as will secure
for all children and youth the highest advantages in physical, mental, social and
spiritual education.
The Mission of PTA To make every child’s potential a reality by engaging and empowering families and
communities to advocate for all children.
PTA’s National Standards for Family-School Partnerships
Standard 1: Welcoming all families into the school community. Families are active
participants in the life of the school, and feel welcomed, valued, and connected to each
other, to school staff, and to what students are learning and doing in class.
Standard 2: Communicating effectively. Families and school staff engage in regular,
meaningful communication about student learning.
Standard 3: Supporting student success. Families and school staff continuously
collaborate to support students’ learning and healthy development both at home and at
school, and have regular opportunities to strengthen their knowledge and skills to do so
effectively.
Standard 4: Speaking up for every child. Families are empowered to be advocates for
their own and other children, to ensure that students are treated fairly and have access
to learning opportunities that will support their success.
Standard 5: Sharing power. Families and school staff are equal partners in decisions
that affect children and families and together inform, influence, and create policies,
practices, and programs.
Standard 6: Collaborating with community. Families and school staff collaborate with
community members to connect students, families, and staff to expanded learning
opportunities, community services, and civic participation.
Dear PTA and School Leaders,
As the incoming president of the Little Rock Parent Teacher
Association for 2014-2016, I express my appreciation to you for
being dedicated, interested, and willing to serve the students and
faculty at your school. By your working with PTA, we, together, can
insure great progress for our children. The PTA has as its priority
the role of serving as advocates for all children. With your
cooperation, our mission can be accomplished.
The Little Rock PTA Council supports each PTA unit within the Little Rock School District. The LR
PTA Council makes every effort to sustain a close relationship with each LRSD PTA by requesting
each unit’s leaders to: 1) attend monthly Council meetings and officer training sessions, 2)
select one its members to serve as a Council representative, 3) conduct annual membership
campaigns at their school, and 4) pay annual dues, which support Council programs, projects,
and annual awards. Council Board Members will serve as mentors to local units and will
provide assistance with the development of your PTA. Feel free to contact your mentor
regarding any question of assistance you need.
Council luncheon meetings are held on the second Tuesday of each month during the school
year (unless otherwise stated). We encourage you to attend these luncheon meetings. Lunch
is served at 11:00 a.m. and the business portion of the meeting will begin at 11:30 a.m. We
request that each school send three representatives to the monthly meetings: the principal,
the unit president, and the Council representative or their alternates. However, anyone is
invited to attend. The meetings will provide helpful information and resources about PTA,
district educational and student support programs, testing and graduation requirements,
parent involvement and community outreach and much more. In addition, these luncheon
meetings provide wonderful opportunities for networking and exchanging of ideas with other
PTA representatives, LR school board members, and LRSD personnel. Please refer to the
meeting dates listed in the handbook, in the 2014-2015 calendars, and in the Council
newsletter.
As we continue to move forward together this year, I anticipate positive achievements.
Respectfully yours,
Greta Freeman LR PTA Council President
[email protected] or [email protected]
501-539-0273
LR PTA Council 2014-2015 Meeting Dates
September 9, 2014—LRSD Administration
LRSD Superintendent Update/Presentation of School Board Candidates
October 14, 2014—J.A. Fair High School
School of Information—Officer Training
November 11, 2014—Watson Elementary
3rd Grade Reading Initiative
December 9, 2014—Brady Elementary
Common Core Standards/College and Career Readiness
January 13, 2015—LRSD Administration
Student Registration—Open Enrollment
February 10, 2015—Hall High School
Founder’s Day/AEW Awards
March 10, 2015—Central High School
Dyslexia
April 21, 2015—Mann Magnet Middle School
Dropout Prevention
May 12, 2015—TBA
Spring Awards Celebration
PTA Contact Information
National PTA
www.pta.org
1250 N. Pitt Street
Alexandria, VA 22314l
800-307-4782 – Toll Free [email protected]
Arkansas State PTA
www.ArkansasPTA.org
The website includes all PTA reporting forms.
Location: 2200 Poplar
North Little Rock, AR 72114
Mailing Address: P.O. Box 1015
North Little Rock, AR 72115
501-753-5247 – Local
800-PTA-4PTA (800-782-4782) – Toll Free 501-753-6168 - Fax
Little Rock PTA Council
www.lrsd.org
Select PTA under the Parents tab.
Email: [email protected]
Facebook: Little Rock PTA Council
Twitter: @LRPTACouncil
Individual School PTA Units
www.lrsd.org
Select List All Schools under the Parents tab.
PTA Presidents are listed on each school homepage.
LRSD Board of Education
www.lrsd.org
Individual contact information is listed under the Board tab.
ViPS - Volunteers in Public Schools
www.lrsd.org
Select Volunteers in Public Schools under the Parents tab.
Find ViPS award nomination forms and report volunteer hours!
Little Rock PTA Council
2014-2015 Executive Board Mail any correspondence to P.O. Box 461, LR, AR 72203
PRESIDENT Greta Freeman
[email protected] 539-0273
1ST VICE PRESIDENT
Neva Johnson [email protected]
447-3459
2ND VICE PRESIDENT
Shannon Johnson [email protected]
447-7000
3RD VICE PRESIDENT
Nicole Thomas [email protected]
447-1900
RECORDING SECRETARY
Shikara Linsy [email protected]
240-7799
CORRESPONDING SECRETARY
Zeornee Herts
[email protected] 246-3045
TREASURER Marilyn Hopson [email protected]
447-1055
HISTORIAN Charlene Kirk [email protected]
766-9980
PARLIAMENTARIAN Michelle Odum [email protected]
416-8078
ADVISORY Presidents Club [email protected]
ADVISORY President’s Task Force [email protected]
HANDBOOK Shikara Linsy—[email protected] Greta Freeman—[email protected] Charlene Kirk—[email protected]
240-7799 539-0273 766-9980
NEWSLETTER Zeornee Herts [email protected] Greta Freeman [email protected]
246-3045 539-0273
REFLECTIONS LR PTA Council [email protected]
539-0273
ViPS BOARD REPRESENTATIVE
Ginny Belotti [email protected]
920-2541
CENTRAL REGION VICE PRESIDENT
Phillip Crutchfield [email protected]
ARKANSAS PTA PRESIDENT
Charles Warren [email protected]
Little Rock PTA Council
2014-2015 Calendar
August
4, 5 School Check-In, 10:00 am – 7:00 p.m.
15 Internal Audit Report due to Arkansas PTA office
18 First Day for Students
28 School Board Meeting – 5:30 p.m.
September
1 Labor Day (Schools/Offices Closed)
4 Open House – All Elementary Schools
6 LRSD Cluster Team Parent Involvement Back-to-School Expo
9 Council Meeting LRSD Administration Building
16 School Board Election
18 Open House – All Middle Schools
23 Open House – All High Schools
25 School Board Meeting – 5:30 p.m.
30 “Early Bird” Membership Award due - pay initial membership dues to AR
PTA office (Form enclosed)
October
11 LRSD Computer Power Day PLUS Parent Academy for Student Success
13 End of 1st Quarter (40 days)
14 Council Meeting J.A. Fair High School
17 Teacher Record Day—Students Out
20 Parent Conferences—Students Out
23-31 Red Ribbon Week
23 School Board Meeting – 5:30 p.m.
November
1 Membership dues to Arkansas PTA office (Form enclosed)
1 Council fees payable to Council treasurer (Form enclosed)
6, 7 Professional Development—Students Out
11 Council Meeting Watson Intermediate School
11-13 “Check Us Out”, all schools, 9:00 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
15 990 or 990EZ form due to IRS
17-21 American Education Week
18 ViPS Jane Mendel Reading Day
20 School Board Meeting – 5:30 p.m.
24-28 Thanksgiving Holiday (Schools Closed)
December
5 Reflections Entries due to the LR PTA Council
9 Council Meeting Brady Elementary School
18 School Board Meeting – 5:30 p.m.
19 End of 2nd Quarter (40 days)
22-Jan 2 Winter Vacation (Schools Closed)
January
5 Professional Development—Students Out
13 Council Meeting LRSD Administration Building
15 Reflections Entries “Believe, Dream, Inspire” –
State entries due to state chair
19 MLK Holiday (Schools/Offices Closed)
26-30 Open Enrollment for 2015-16 School Year
22 School Board Meeting – 5:30 p.m.
February Career and Technical Education Month
1 Council Award nominations due to Council President
1 State Award nominations due to Arkansas PTA office
2-6 Open Enrollment continues
10 Council Meeting-Founders’ Day Hall High School
13 Professional Development—Students Out
16 Parent Conferences--Students Out
19 Open House, Metropolitan Career-Tech Center
26 School Board Meeting – 5:30 p.m.
March
1 Final membership dues & Golden Apple Award for 100% staff
membership application due to Arkansas PTA office
10 ViPS hours & award nominations due by 5 p.m.
10 Council Meeting Central High School
19 School Board Meeting – 5:30 p.m.
19 End of 3rd Quarter (50 Days)
20 Teacher Record Day—Students Out
23-27 Spring Break (Schools Closed)
April
12-18 National Volunteer Week
21 Council Meeting Mann Magnet Middle School
15-17 Artistry in the Rock
21 ViPS Evening of the Stars
23 School Board Meeting – 5:30 p.m.
May
1-2 Arkansas PTA State Convention—Ft. Smith, Arkansas
12 Graduation: A.C.C., 6 p.m. Greater Second Baptist Church
12 Annual Spring Luncheon TBA
(PTA Council Awards & Membership recognition)
19 Graduation: McClellan, 6 p.m.; Parkview, 8:30 p.m. Verizon Arena
20 Graduation: Hall, 6 p.m.; J.A. Fair, 8:30 p.m. Verizon Arena
21 Central, 6 p.m. Verizon Arena
25 Memorial Holiday (Schools/Offices Closed)
28 School Board Meeting – 5:30 p.m.
June
1 Submit new officer information to Arkansas PTA office
4 End of 4th Quarter (48 Days) / Last Day for Students
5 Professional Development/Last Day for Teachers / Inclement Weather
Day (if needed)
25 School Board Meeting – 5:30 p.m.
26-28 National PTA Convention Charlotte, NC
July Plan to attend AR PTA Summer Leadership Seminar – TBA
LR PTA Council
Little Rock School District
PTA Council Mentors 2014-2015
SENIOR HIGH SCHOOLS Central Allie Freeman 447-1228 [email protected]
J.A. Fair Magnet Neva Johnson 447-3459 [email protected]
Hall Nicole Thomas 447-1900 [email protected]
McClellan Magnet Virginia Stuckey 570-6446 [email protected]
Parkview Magnet Dexter Booth 447-2300 [email protected]
MIDDLE SCHOOLS Cloverdale Magnet Shannon Johnson 447-7000 [email protected]
Dunbar Magnet Greta Freeman 539-0273 [email protected]
Forest Heights Jana Hunter 447-2700 [email protected]
Henderson Magnet Shikara Linsy 240-7799 [email protected]
Mabelvale Magnet Robert Williams 766-3147 [email protected]
Mann Magnet Keith McGee 447-3100 [email protected]
Pulaski Heights Tammy Blaylock 447-4455 [email protected]
ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS Bale Neva Johnson 447-3459 [email protected]
Baseline Sandy Becker 447-1115 [email protected]
Booker Magnet Marilyn Hopson 447-1055 [email protected]
Brady Tyrone Harris 447-3900 [email protected]
Carver Magnet Marilyn Hopson 447-1055 [email protected]
Chicot Shannon Johnson 447-7000 [email protected]
Dodd Greta Freeman 539-0273 [email protected]
Forest Park Charlene Kirk 766-9980 [email protected]
Franklin Nicole Thomas 447-1900 [email protected]
Fulbright Michelle Odum 416-8078 [email protected]
Geyer Springs Henri Smothers 960-2768 [email protected]
Gibbs Magnet Ginny Belotti 920-2541 [email protected]
Jefferson Ginny Kurrus [email protected]
King Magnet Karen Carter 447-5100 [email protected]
Mabelvale Robert Williams 766-3147 [email protected]
McDermott Ginny Belotti 920-2541 [email protected]
Meadowcliff Charlene Kirk 766-9980 [email protected]
Otter Creek Sandy Becker 447-1115 [email protected]
Pulaski Heights Tammy Blaylock 447-4455 [email protected]
Roberts Barbara Anderson 447-8300 [email protected]
Rockefeller Greta Freeman 539-0273 [email protected]
Romine Beverly Jones 447-6300 [email protected]
Stephens Kaye Rainey 447-3357 [email protected]
Terry Michelle Odum 416-8078 [email protected]
Wakefield Henri Smothers 960-2768 [email protected]
Washington Thellma Jasper 447-6700 [email protected]
Watson Shikara Linsy 240-7799 [email protected]
Western Hills Essie Middleton [email protected]
Williams Magnet Patty Barker 666-4011 [email protected]
Wilson Sarah Bernhardt 291-8704 [email protected]
EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTERS Fair Park Early Childhood Center Judith Milam 447-4400 [email protected]
Rockefeller Early Childhood Center Greta Freeman 539-0273 [email protected]
Woodruff Early Childhood Center Charlene Kirk 766-9980 [email protected]
NON-TRADITIONAL SCHOOLS Accelerated Learning Center (ACC) Allie Freeman 447-1228 [email protected]
Hamilton Learning Academy Neva Johnson 447-3459 [email protected]
Metropolitan Career-Technical Center Allie Freeman 447-1228 [email protected]
Little Rock School District
Schools and Principals 2014-2015
SENIOR HIGH SCHOOLS Central 1500 Park St, 02 Nancy Rousseau 447-1400 [email protected]
J.A. Fair 13420 David O Dodd, 10 Jeremy Owoh 447-1700 [email protected]
Hall 6700 H St, 05 Larry Schleicher 447-1900 [email protected]
McClellan 9417 Geyer Springs, 09 Henry Anderson 447-2100 [email protected]
Parkview Magnet 2501 Barrow Rd, 04 Dr. Dexter Booth 447-2300 [email protected]
MIDDLE SCHOOLS Cloverdale Charter 6300 Hinkson Rd, 09 Wanda Ruffins 447-2500 [email protected]
Dunbar Magnet 1100 Wright Ave, 06 Eunice Thrasher 447-2600 [email protected]
Henderson 401 Barrow Rd, 05 Frank Williams 447-2800 [email protected]
Mabelvale 10811 Mabelvale W Rd, 72103 Rhonda Hall 447-3000 [email protected]
Mann Magnet 1000 E. Roosevelt Rd, 06 Keith McGee 447-3100 [email protected]
Pulaski Heights 401 N. Pine St, 05 Dr. Susanne Ross 447-3200 [email protected]
ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS Bale 6501 W. 32nd St, 04 Dr. Ericka McCarroll 447-3600 [email protected]
Baseline 3623 Baseline Rd, 09 Katina Ray 447-3700 [email protected]
Booker Magnet 2016 Barber St, 06 Dr. Cheryl Carson 447-3800 [email protected]
Brady 7915 W. Markham St, 05 Tyrone Harris 447-3900 [email protected]
Carver Magnet 2100 E. Sixth St, 02 Diane Barksdale 447-4000 [email protected]
Chicot Primary 11100 Chicot Rd, 72103 Sherry Chambers 447-7000 [email protected]
Dodd 6423 Stagecoach Rd, 04 Deborah Mitchell 447-4300 [email protected]
Forest Park 1600 N. Tyler St, 07 Theresa Ketcher 447-4500 [email protected]
Franklin 1701 S. Harrison St, 04 Lori Brown 447-4600 [email protected]
Fulbright 300 Pleasant Valley Dr, 12 Sherkeyer Jackson 447-4700 [email protected]
Gibbs Magnet 1115 West 16th St, 02 Dr. Felicia Hobbs 447-4900 [email protected]
Jefferson 2600 N. McKinley St, 07 Roberta Mannon 447-5000 [email protected]
King 907 ML King Jr. Ave, 02 Karen Carter 447-5100 [email protected]
Mabelvale 9401 Mabelvale Cutoff, 72013 Darian L. Smith 447-5400 [email protected]
McDermott 1200 Reservoir Rd, 07 Scott Morgan 447-5500 [email protected]
Meadowcliff 25 Sheraton Dr, 09 Ada Keown 447-5600 [email protected]
Otter Creek 16000 Otter Creek Pkwy, 09 Donna Hall 447-5800 [email protected]
Pulaski Heights 319 North Pine St, 05 Lillie Carter 447-5900 [email protected]
Roberts 16601 LaMarche Dr, 23 Barbara Anderson 447-8300 [email protected]
Rockefeller 700 E. 17th St, 06 Janice Wilson 447-6200 [email protected]
Romine 3400 Romine Rd, 04 Beverly Jones 447-6300 [email protected]
Stephens 3700 W. 18th St, 04 Sharon Brooks 447-6400 [email protected]
Terry 10800 Mara Lynn Dr, 11 Sandra Register 447-6500 [email protected]
Wakefield 75 Westminster Dr, 09 Les Taylor 447-6600 [email protected]
Washington 115 West 27th St, 06 Katherine Snyder 447-6700 [email protected]
Watson Intermediate 7000 Valley Dr, 09 Stephanie Pickett-England 447-6800 [email protected]
Western Hills 4901 Western Hills Ave, 04 Teresa Richardson 447-6900 [email protected]
Williams Magnet 7301 Evergreen St, 07 Connie Green 447-7100 [email protected]
Wilson 4015 Stannus Rd, 04 Dr. Eleanor Cox 447-7200 [email protected]
EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTERS Fair Park 615 N. Harrison St, 05 Judith Milam 447-4400 [email protected]
Rockefeller 700 E. 17th St, 06 Richard Mills 447-6226 [email protected]
Woodruff 3010 W. Seventh St, 05 Lillie Scull 447-7300 [email protected]
NON-TRADITIONAL SCHOOLS Accelerated Learning Center 7701 Scott Hamilton Dr, 09 Cassandra Norman 447-1350 [email protected]
Hamilton Learning Academy 3301 S. Bryant St, 04 Willie Vinson 447-3400 [email protected]
Metropolitan
Career-Technical Center 7701 Scott Hamilton Dr, 09 Shameka Montgomery 447-1200 [email protected]
ACADEMIES Forest Heights STEM 5901 Evergreen St, 05 Dr. Maurecia Robinson 447-2700 [email protected]
Geyer Springs GT 5420 Mabelvale Pike, 09 Cynthia Collins 447-4800 [email protected]
Little Rock School District
Parent Facilitators & Title I Parent Coordinators
2014-2015
Arkansas Act 307 of 2007 encourages public schools to develop parental Involvement plans
that facilitate better communication, support for parenting skills, Integration of parents into
student learning, volunteering, and collaboration between schools and community; and for other
purposes. The Parent Facilitator is a certified position required by Arkansas Act 603/307 of
2007. The Act specifies the following:
The principal of each school in a district shall designate one (1) certified staff member who is
willing to serve as a parent facilitator to:
o help organize meaningful training for staff and parents;
o promote and encourage a welcoming atmosphere to foster parental involvement in the
school; and
o undertake efforts to ensure that parental participation is recognized as an asset to the
school.
The certified staff member serving as a parental facilitator shall receive supplemental pay for
the assigned duties as required by law. A full version of this law may be accessed on the AR
Department of Education website, http://www.arkansased.org/programs/acsip/acts.html.
All LRSD schools have an assigned Parent Facilitator with the responsibilities to meet the
requirements of this Act.
A LRSD Title I Parent Coordinator is a non-certified position and is hired by the School Principal
to support all parent involvement activities in the building by providing one-on-one collaboration
with parents, providing parenting workshops, collaborating with the community for the support of
the students and parents, maintaining the Parent Center and any other parent involvement
related activity.
All LRSD schools are members the John Hopkins University, National Network of Partnership
Schools (NNPS). School cluster teams have been formed in three areas of the LRSD school
zone to maximize parent and community engagements. Teams will utilize the six types of
involvement: Parenting, Communicating, volunteering, Learning at Home, Decision-Making, and
Collaborating with the Community. The LRSD NNPS School Cluster Teams are:
Central-East School Cluster Team
Southwest Little Rock School Cluster Team
West Little Rock School Cluster Team
If you would like more information regarding parent involvement and engagement, logon
www.lrsd.org/parents or contact the LRSD Parent Involvement Office 447-3357 or email
Kaye Rainey, LRSD Parent Involvement Specialist (447-3357 or [email protected])
Past Presidents
The original parent organization of the Little Rock Council of Parents and Teachers was known as
S.I.A. (School Improvement Association). Mrs. Paul C. Lange was president of the affiliated S.I.A. at
the time of the transition to Parent Teacher Association in 1924. Mrs. C.H. Thorpe was then elected
president of the Little Rock PTA Council and at the same time served as 1st vice-president of the
Arkansas Congress of the PTA.
In 1928, a united group with Mrs. Addie M. Singfield, Mrs. C.H. Thorpe and Mrs. John P. Almand, met
with a group of Negro parents and teachers to organize a council of Negro Parents and Teachers
Association. Mrs. Singfield served as president for three months; at the same time she was
president of the Arkansas Congress of Colored PTA.
We would like to pay tribute to past presidents of these organizations who have paved the way for
our Council. They are as follows:
Mrs. C. H. Thorpe 1924-25
Mrs. A. C. Becker 1925-26
Mrs. Robert C. Warren 1926-27
Mrs. John P. Almand 1927-28
Mrs. Addie M. Singfield 1928-28
Mrs. Phoebe James 1928-29
Mrs. L. A. Moreman 1928-29
Mrs. J. R. McAlister 1929-30
Mrs. Curtis Stout 1930-32
Mrs. D. A. Rinehart 1932-33
Mrs. Bessie Thornton 1929-33
Mrs. Wallace M. Wilbourn 1933-34
Mrs. Charles Mehaffey 1934-35
Mrs. Willie M. Jordan 1933-35
Mrs. Alexander Weir 1935-36
Mrs. Joe Storthz 1936-37
Mrs. Ethel Bryant 1935-37
Mrs. Joann Harrison 1937-38
Mrs. Frank J. Willis 1937-38
Mrs. Guy Cazort 1938-39
Mrs. Leola Gipson 1938-39
Mrs. Edward P. Lyons 1939-40
Mrs. Edgar F. Dixon 1940-41
Mrs. Vernon Hall 1941-42
Mrs. Ashley Ross 1942-43
Mrs. Dovie Anderson 1939-43
Mrs. Carl Mashburn 1943-44
Mrs. Roy Paschal 1944-45
Mrs. B. H. Rumph 1943-45
Mrs. J. W. Walton, Jr. 1945-46
Mrs. W. R. Olsen 1946-47
Mrs. E. K. Lee 1945-47
Mrs. Clifton Scott 1947-48
Mrs. Ben Lincoln 1948-49
Mrs. C. G. Hollis 1947-49
Mrs. Charles Carter 1949-50
Mrs. Charles Long 1950-51
Mrs. J. A. Bourne 1951-52
Mrs. Louise Conway 1949-52
Mrs. Charles Long 1952-53
Mrs. R. E. Buch 1953-54
Mrs. Addie Hayes Dunbar 1952-54
Mrs. Joann Harrison 1954-55
Mrs. Garner Smith 1959-60
Mrs. Douglass Romine 1960-61
Mrs. Kenneth Jones 1962-63
Mrs. Evie Nolan 1961-63
Mrs. Peyton Kolb 1963-64
Mrs. Jean Gordon 1964-65
Mrs. Cecil Kelly 1965-66
Mrs. E. D. Morehead 1963-66
Mrs. Eddie Gibson 1966-67
Mrs. James Jackson 1966-67
Mrs. Leon Dunham 1967-68
Mrs. Garrett Brown 1968-69
Mrs. George Purvis 1969-70
Mrs. Frank M. Elliott 1970-71
Mrs. Wade H. Scott, Jr. 1971-72
Mrs. Wames Qualls 1972-73
Mrs. Jim Brandon 1973-74
Mrs. L. L. Wells, Jr. 1974-75
Mrs. Calvin Shackelford 1975-76
Mrs. Fred Morrow 1976-77
Mrs. Orville Abrams 1977-78
Mrs. Robert McHenry 1978-79
Mrs. Betty Ann Bullard 1979-80
Mrs. Sandy Finkbeiner 1980-81
Mrs. Irma Brown 1982-83
Mrs. Cleo Lay 1983-84
Mrs. Eileen Turner 1984-85
Dr. Katherine Mitchell 1985-86
Mrs. Mary Ann Foerste 1986-87
Mrs. Delores Egeston 1988-90
Mrs. Debbie Velez 1990-92
Mrs. Carla Bobo 1992-94
Mrs. Debbie Glasgow 1994-96
Mrs. Doris Williams Turner 1996-98
Mrs. Jeannie Price 1998-00
Ms. Thelma Jasper 2000-02
Mrs. Ginny Kurrus 2002-04
Mrs. Versie Burgess 2004-05
Mrs. Jana Hunter 2005-06
Mrs. Bernadette Turner 2006-08
Mrs. Patty Barker 2008-10
Mrs. Henri Smothers 2010-12
Ms. Sarah Bernhardt 2012-14
Essie Middleton Spirit of PTA Award
The Essie Middleton Spirit of PTA Award is given to recognize an individual who exemplifies the
spirit of dedication, participation and support of the Little Rock PTA Council. This award is
presented at the Annual Meeting.
The award was created in 2000. It was later named for Essie Middleton to honor Ms. Middleton’s
dedication and enthusiasm for PTA and the Little Rock School District.
2000 Scott Morgan
2001 Dr. Les Carnine
2005 Essie Middleton
2006 Rebecca Rather
2007 Ginny Kurrus
2009 Bernadette Turner
2012 Henri Smothers
2013 Scott Morgan
2014 Sandy Becker
The Importance of Being a PIG – PTA In Good standing
Arkansas PTA is making special efforts to ensure that every PTA in Arkansas understands the importance of being a “PTA in Good Standing”. “BEAPIG” is an acronym for the six components of maintaining the good standing status of a local unit PTA.
B Bylaws; PTA bylaws must be current and on file with the State PTA Office. Bylaws are
required to be renewed every three (3) years on December 1st.
E Elected Officers Form; PTAs must keep a list of current PTA officers on file with the State
PTA Office. The form should be submitted by June 1st.
A Audit Form; PTAs must prepare an Audit Report and submit it for review with the State PTA
Office.
P Paid Membership Dues; PTAs must have submitted all State/National PTA dues with the State
PTA Office.
I Insurance; PTAs must purchase bond insurance with a policy date of November 1st. If a PTA
uses AIM, AIM will provide a list of insured PTAs to the State PTA Office.
G Government Agency Reporting; PTAs must file a Form 990-N (ePostcard) or Form 990-EZ
with the IRS and submit a copy of filing with the State PTA Office.
What Is A Council?
A Council is a group of local PTA units organized under the authority of Arkansas PTA for the
purpose of conferences, leadership training, and coordination of the efforts of such local PTA
units. Beyond that definition, a Council is the first line of defense, support, and assistance to the
local associations within its jurisdiction.
The purposes of a Council are to:
a. Unify and strengthen local PTAs comprising the Council;
b. Provide for the conference and cooperation of the local PTAs in the Council membership in
order to create a public opinion favorable to the interests of children, to encourage
programs and projects in the various PTA units which will carry out the Mission and
Purposes of PTA, and to assist in the formation of new PTAs according to the plan of
Arkansas PTA; and
c. Promote the interests of National and Arkansas PTA.
d. Inform units about requirements for being a unit in good standing (BE A PIG) and assist
units with completing steps as needed.
The Council holds a strategic position in training and therefore in the structure of the PTA. In
addition to the value as a liaison between the local association and the state, the Council helps
establish attitudes, develop leadership and gives members help and encouragement as they
broaden their horizons of service.
It is the Council's privilege and responsibility to help local units to function competently by giving
their leaders suggestions on procedure, to unite in common projects, and to cooperate along
definite lines of work for the improvement of conditions affecting the quality of life of children and
youth.
Through its meetings, a Council enables local unit officers, chairmen and members to:
1. Receive helpful training for their specific responsibilities.
2. Compare methods of work.
3. Learn and apply PTA policies.
4. Learn and use the best procedure in conducting meetings, in analyzing needs and
planning effective action programs, and in evaluating what they do.
5. Learn and practice sound procedures in problem solving.
6. Learn and practice effective leadership techniques.
7. Keep informed on educational developments and trends, on recent research in child
guidance and development, and on legislation effecting children.
8. Keep informed about Arkansas PTA and National Congress programs and publications and
learn how to utilize both of these.
9. Discover more effective ways to promote the use of OUR CHILDREN magazine.
10. Keep informed of the needs and programs in the schools and help interpret those needs
and appropriate programs to the community.
11. Keep informed on other community needs and programs for children and youth and
provide a medium through which local units can unite their efforts of unmet needs.
Relationships of Councils
Arkansas PTA and National PTA
1. Arkansas PTA and National PTA support the Councils by providing publications, workshops
and State representatives to help each Council strengthen its member units.
2. Councils:
Alert Arkansas PTA when new schools are being built or when parent-school group shows
interest in PTA
Are the catalyst that can make people aware of the need for action through the
united strength of local PTA
Build local unit and public support for Arkansas PTA and National PTA legislative action
Bring into focus the total Arkansas PTA and National programs for local units use in
close and friendly circumstances that no other level of the PTA can achieve
To Local Units
The relationship of a Council to its member units may be summarized as follows:
Inform, instruct, and inspire local units
Are responsive to local unit needs
Unify PTA activities in a community or a school district or area with the consent of its
member units
Undertake Council projects only after a majority of the units vote to support them
Through a Council the local units act together on projects that a single PTA could not
accomplish alone
A local unit makes its own decision about participation in a Council project
Conduct routine business
With due authorization by the individual units, may carry out their wishes in matters of
common interest within Council boundaries
Councils do not:
Dictate to the local units
Legislate for the local units
- set up rules for local units
- take action involving member units without their consent
Duplicate the work or the programs of the local units
Take leadership away from local units or compete with them
Compel local units to enter into Council projects
Council Representative
Each unit should select a member to be its Council representative, the connecting link between
the local unit and the Council. The Council representative shall also serve as the Ambassador for
that unit. Council representatives can be Unit Presidents, Vice Presidents, Principals, Immediate
Past Presidents, and other members of the unit as stipulated in the local unit Bylaws.
Representative’s Responsibilities:
Attend Council meetings and all meetings of their local unit.
Represent a unit in the voting body of the Council with one vote per representative.
(Representative should not represent more than one unit.)
Keep a procedure book of their activities as a guide for future delegates.
Take accurate notes on Council meetings for reporting to their executive board or general
membership. (Form enclosed)
Notify the Council when leadership training for the local unit is necessary.
Report to the Council the local unit's decisions on issues.
Encourage unit members to attend Council programs.
Notify PTA members of next Council meeting.
Keep the unit aware of Council projects and programs.
Be familiar with Unit, Council, State and National PTA bylaws, policies and procedures.
Council Meetings
The Little Rock PTA Council meets monthly on the second Tuesday of the month at 11:30 a.m.
Meetings are hosted by local unit PTAs and the locations of the meetings are published in the
LRSD Calendar. Each unit is encouraged to send at least one representative to each Council
meeting and may send up to three representatives, those being the President, the Principal,
and/or designated PTA Council Representative.
Registration Fees
Each local PTA unit within the LRSD is required to pay a registration fee to the Little Rock PTA
Council according to the following schedule:
High Schools $100 per annum
Middle Schools $ 75 per annum
Elementary Schools with enrollment over 300 students $ 50 per annum
Elementary Schools with enrollment under 300 students $ 25 per annum
Metropolitan, ACC, Felder and Hamilton $ 25 per annum
These registration fees become payable at the beginning of each school year and must be paid
no later than November 1. PTA registration fees are sent to the Council Treasurer. (Form
enclosed)
Little Rock PTA Council Standing Rules
Responsibilities of Council Members A. All officers of the Little Rock PTA Council shall feel a personal responsibility for the
promotion of the total work of the Council by familiarizing themselves with the general
principals, policies, objectives, procedures and materials.
B. Officers and committee chairpersons shall not engage in any activities that violate
National or Arkansas PTA policies, and shall be concerned that no partisan or other
political activities affect the standing and esteem of the Little Rock PTA Council as a non-
partisan organization interested only in issues and principles as opposed to factional
interests.
C. No officers/committee chairpersons shall receive for him/her a fee or honorarium while
representing the Little Rock PTA Council. All gifts should be presented or made to the
Council.
D. All officers/committee chairpersons shall be expected to attend Council meetings, and to
participate in all council activities. All officers shall provide monthly reports to the
Executive Board of their involvement with local units and any conference/workshop
attended.
E. Any officer/committee chairperson who fails to attend three consecutive meetings or who
fails to perform the duties of the office or chairmanship held will be expected to resign.
The Corresponding Secretary shall send a letter after the third absence. All
officers/chairpersons must sign in at each meeting.
F. All officers/chairperson shall be expected to submit a plan of work to the Executive Board.
Members of the Executive Board shall be expected to work with chairpersons to develop
such plans and work to help implement plans of work.
G. All officers/chairperson shall be expected to perform the duties of their respective offices
as prescribed by the bylaws and by parliamentary authority.
H. All officers/chairpersons shall keep a procedure book containing current materials
pertinent to their position. Procedure books shall be passed on to new officers within 30
days of election.
I. It shall be the responsibility of the president or the president’s designee to oversee the
transferring of the procedure books in the month of June.
Attendance at Meeting and Conventions A. Whenever the expenses of an officer/committee chairperson are paid by the Council,
attendance at all meetings or workshop sessions or conventions shall be required.
B. Members attending conventions with expenses paid shall be chosen by the Executive
Committee according to the ranking of officers beginning with the airfare, lodging in a
standard room, and a daily meal allowance not to exceed $50.00* per day. If driving, an
allowance of $.42* per mile will be allowed. Delegates are encouraged to carpool and
share lodging where practical. (*These guidelines may be adjusted to be consistent with
what the LRSD allows its employees to attend similar conventions).
C. A written or oral report of the meeting/convention shall be presenting at the next
scheduled meeting of the Council. It shall become a part of the minutes of the
association.
D. The council shall not pay the expenses of any members to attend out-of-state conventions
more than two consecutive times.
E. All receipts for expenses must be turned over to the treasurer with an expense report
form.
Special Committees or Advisory Boards A. The President may create special committees when there is a need, with approval of the
Executive Board.
B. Appointments of representatives to any advisory boards or committees created by the
LRSD with a representative from the council will be made by the President and the
Executive Committee, if time permits. In some cases Executive Board Committee approval
may be given by phone. At least five members must give their approval. This approval
shall be recorded in the minutes of the association.
C. Representatives to the ViPS and Student Appeals Committees shall be selected by the
Executive Board.
D. Once a member is chosen to represent the Council on an LRSD advisory committee, that
member must answer to that committee’s guidelines and can serve until the LRSD or the
Council removes them. Reports shall be given to the general council. These committees
shall become a part of the Standing Council Committees until their work is completed.
E. Special committees shall be listed in the Little Rock PTA Directory.
F. The President shall be the council’s official representative and voice to all media events.
G. Special project committees continue through the life of the special project.
Committee on Nominations A. Members shall have been active members of the Council for one year.
B. A member shall serve on a nominating committee no more than once during any four-year
period.
C. Members of the committee shall elect the chairperson.
D. The Nominating Committee shall solicit nominations from all local units of the LR PTA
Council.
E. Members of the committee shall keep all information on persons nominated confidential.
F. Persons nominated shall have been active in a local PTA unit. When possible, past
presidents of local units shall be given first consideration for officers/committee
chairpersons.
Place of Council Meetings A. The September meeting shall be held in the District’s Administration Building.
B. Principals of local schools shall be contacted prior to scheduling meetings in their school
by the President. Monthly meetings will be hosted by local units in remaining months of
the school year except during February, when the Founders’ Day Luncheon will occur.
C. Thank you notes shall be sent to local units no later than five days after meeting by the
Corresponding Secretary.
Finance A. The council shall operate within its budget.
B. Committee chairpersons shall be expected to work within their budgeted amount.
C. Committee chairpersons shall submit receipts of all expenses to the Treasurer.
D. No funds shall be disbursed which are not budgeted without Executive Board approval.
E. Members shall not collect funds from local units for dues etc. Funds shall be given to or
mailed directly to the Treasurer by money order or check.
F. Members will be reimbursed for any personal funds used to carry out their work as long as
it is within their budget and they submit an expense report to the treasurer.
G. A bond covering the treasurer and other officers who handle the council’s funds or sign
checks shall be secured.
STANDING COMMITTEES OF THE COUNCIL
ADVISORY…shall be the superintendent or his/her representative to advise the council on district
policy, etc. However, the council is independent of the school district. The Presidents Club and
the President’s Task Force shall also assist with this effort.
AMERICAN EDUCATION WEEK/AWARDS…shall oversee the council’s essay contest between the
local units and arrange for judges and prizes. When possible, National PTA’s theme or the
Arkansas Department of Education theme will be used. There shall be winners at the elementary,
middle and high school level. This shall be a budgeted item. This committee will be chaired by
the 3rd Vice President. The chairperson shall be aware of all state awards, guidelines and
eligibility for awards. This person should also encourage and assist units with applications.
BUDGET/AUDITING…shall include the treasurer, president, 1st vice president, immediate past
treasurer.
1. Review budget, income and expenditures as a basis for preparing the budget.
2. Estimate probable income from all sources.
3. Balance income with expenditures.
4. Invite committees to submit suggestions as to their needs.
5. Present budget to Executive Board and full council for approval.
6. Be prepared to assist local units in preparing their budget.
7. Arrange for the treasurer’s books to be audited yearly.
8. An audit will be conducted according to Council bylaws and should be completed by
August.
BYLAWS/AMENDING…the bylaws supersede any general parliamentary rule with which they
conflict. This committee is chaired by the 1st vice president of the Council.
1. Be informed regarding Local, State and National PTA bylaws.
2. Review by-laws every three years include any automatic charges that may have occurred
in State and National PTA bylaws. Forward amended by-laws to the state chairperson for
approval.
3. Familiarize members with their specific duties as outlined.
4. Distribute copies of bylaws to all board members. By-laws should be a part of officer’s
procedures book.
5. Assist local units with their by-laws.
6. Bring violations of by-laws to the attention of the Executive Board.
7. BYLAWS MAY NOT BE SUSPENDED EVEN BY UNANIMOUS VOTE.
8. Standing Rules may be changed or amended at any Board meeting by a majority vote with
prior notice being given.
REFLECTIONS / CULTURAL ARTS…encourage participation in the State and National PTA
“Reflections” project. Encourage units to assist with field trips to museums, concerts and
libraries.
FOUNDER’S DAY/SPRING CELEBRATION…this committee shall be in charge of the Council’s
Founder’s Day celebration held each February and the Annual Spring Celebration held each
May.
The committee shall:
1. Select a location, menu, entertainment, decorations, price of tickets and program.
2. Send out notices to all local unit presidents, members of the Executive Board and LRSD
Board members.
3. Notices shall be sent to all local units 30 days prior to the date with the price of tickets,
etc.
4. No awards shall be presented to any units who are not in good standing and have not
paid membership fees.
5. Courtesy seats shall be extended to all past Presidents, neighboring council Presidents,
and State PTA Board members.
HOSPITALITY…shall develop a spirit of friendliness among members who attend meetings and
contribute to the pleasure and comfort of members and guests.
The committee shall:
1. Arrange for any gifts and cards to members or friends of PTA.
2. Send reservation forms to all local units, with tickets to be purchased from the Council
treasurer.
LEGISLATION…to secure adequate laws for the care and protection of children and youth.
The committee shall:
1. Work closely with the State legislation chairperson to carry out national legislative
programs.
2. Accumulate and disseminate names, addresses, and telephone numbers of mayors, City
boards and other legislators for ready reference when needed.
3. Be familiar with the National and State PTA’s position on issues affecting children and
youth.
4. When necessary, arrange Council’s Legislative Day.
5. Keep council members informed of legislative issues affecting children and youth.
6. Write council position statement on legislative matters.
MEMBERSHIP…the Council 2nd Vice President shall be responsible for overseeing the
membership campaigns of all council member units.
The committee shall:
1. Encourage all units to submit State and National PTA dues by November 1st.
2. Determine council membership award winning units and present awards during the
Spring Celebration.
3. Work closely with the State PTA office in securing and tabulating total council
membership.
4. Be familiar with National and State PTA membership guidelines.
5. Follow directions as outlined in the State/Council Handbook.
6. Assist local units with campaign, reports and awards applications.
NEWSLETTER…newsletters are the primary source of communication with local units. A good
newsletter will promote memberships, stimulate interest, and go a long way toward making
the council a success. The Corresponding Secretary will be responsible for overseeing the
distribution of the newsletter.
The committee shall:
1. Be familiar with distribution procedures.
2. Produce a friendly, informative newsletter monthly. The newsletter shall be mailed no
later than one week prior to the monthly meeting of the PTA Council. It should be mailed
to all council members, officers, principals, LRSD department heads, LRSD Board and
others selected by the Executive Board.
3. Work closely with the President to include timely information for local units.
PUBLIC RELATIONS / DIRECTORY…prepare articles of council’s activities for local media. The
committee shall work closely with the newsletter chairperson. The committee shall produce a
Council Directory and/or Handbook each year. It shall contain, but is not limited to:
1. Name and address of all unit officers and chairpersons
2. Duties of officers
3. Schedule of council meetings and events
4. LRSD Board of Directors
5. Council officers
6. Dates of interest
7. PTA projects
8. Bylaws and budget
9. PTA programs for the year
10. Arkansas PTA Board of Managers and office phone numbers
AWARDS…the chairperson shall be aware of all state awards, guidelines and eligibility for
awards. This person should also encourage and assist units with applications.
PTA MENTORS…shall provide assistance and training for local units when a request is made
to the president. Training shall consist of, but shall not be limited to, budget, fundraising,
membership, programs, bylaws and election of officers. The committee shall provide service
and support only. It will not legislate to or for the unit. The Presidents Club will serve on this
committee. ALL COUNCIL OFFICERS AND ADVISORY MEMBERS SHALL SERVE ON THIS
COMMITTEE. The Council secretary will serve as the chairperson for this committee.
ViPS…this is a LRSD advisory committee to which PTA Council selects one representative.
This person shall operate under the direction of the LRSD ViPS Board of Directors while
representing the council views.
AMENDING…the Standing Rules may be changed or amended at any Board meeting by a
majority vote with prior notice being given.
LEADERSHIP TRAINING…the Council will conduct a leadership training session for all officers
each year. The time and date will be determined by the Executive Board. This training may be
transferred to Arkansas PTA’s Central Region Vice President by the Executive Board.
Little Rock PTA Council Awards The Little Rock PTA Council will once again be presenting several awards at this year’s Spring
Luncheon. In addition to the Teacher of the Year and Administrator of the Year awards, we will be
presenting awards for:
Outstanding PTA Unit – Unit that has carried out exemplary programs that have supported
and encouraged student success.
Parent Education -- Unit that has undertaken any parenting project, such as classes or
workshops, to improve parenting skills.
Safety -- Unit that has undertaken such projects as immunizations, environmental issues,
mental health, internet safety, school bus safety, violence prevention, etc.
Heroic Effort -- Individual who has gone “above and beyond the call of duty” to ensure the
safety of a child or children.
Communications -- Unit that has outstanding communications with their members/school
families and community.
Children’s Champion -- Community leader not employed at the school who has
championed the cause of children.
The deadline for submission will be February 1. We encourage all units to submit their nominees
to both the Council and the Arkansas PTA.
American Education Week: The Council’s annual American Education Week art and essay
contest winners will receive awards on Founders’ Day. Winners will be selected at the
elementary, middle, and high school levels. Entry information will be sent in the fall.
Membership Recognition: The Little Rock PTA Council will recognize local unit membership
attainment at the Annual Spring Luncheon in May. All Council awards will be automatically based
on the amount of membership dues paid to the Arkansas PTA by its March 1 submission
deadline. Units do not have to submit a separate form to the Council to receive recognition.
Essie Middleton Spirit of PTA: in recognition of an individual who exemplifies the spirit of
dedication, participation and support of the Little Rock PTA Council. This award will be presented
at the Spring Luncheon.
Honorary Life Membership: this is the highest honor the council can bestow to a member. It can
be presented by local PTA/PTSA units, PTA/PTSA Councils and Arkansas PTA. An honorary life
membership is given for a meritorious and outstanding service on behalf of children.
Note: To be eligible for ANY awards, you must have paid your initial membership dues to the
Arkansas PTA by November 1.
LR PTA COUNCIL OUTSTANDING PTA UNIT AWARD
The LR PTA Council will honor a PTA unit at the Spring Luncheon for “Outstanding PTA Unit”.
Any local PTA unit which has carried out exemplary programs that have supported and encouraged
student success should apply for this award.
PTA information
Official PTA Name Region
Address
City State AR Zip
Number of members in PTA Number of students PTA serves
Is your unit part of a Council? YES NO If yes, Council name?
Contact Person Title (president, etc)
Address
City State Zip
Phone Email
Attach a brief narrative (1000 words or less) describing how your PTA’s program was undertaken, its goals and
any collaborative partners, results of the program, how the program has supported and encouraged student
success and other accomplishments of your PTA this year (membership growth, increased parent involvement,
etc). This narrative must be typed on 8 ½ x 11 paper, double spaced, 1” margins, black ink, 12 pt standard font
with your PTA Name at the top and each page numbered. Unit may submit up to three (3) single sided sheets of
supporting documentation with the application which can include letters of recommendation. Cover sheet,
narrative and any supporting documentation should be submitted together. If mailing: Paper clip – do
not staple or fold any part of entry, copy on one side of page only. Electronic entries –all entry
documents should be sent as one attachment with only one award submission per attachment.
Attachment name and subject line should reflect PTA name and award name. Mailed entries must be
postmarked by and email entries must be received by February 1st.
Please make sure all sections of the application are completely filled out and that all supporting
documentation is submitted with the application.
Submission of application (Please submit using only one method.)
Postal mail: Greta Freeman, PTA Council President Email: [email protected]
P. O. Box 461
Little Rock, AR 72203 NO FAXES
DUE DATE: February 1
LR PTA COUNCIL PARENT EDUCATION AWARD
The LR PTA Council will honor a PTA unit at the Spring Luncheon for outstanding efforts in
Parenting Education. Any PTA unit which has undertaken any parenting project, such as classes or
workshops, to improve parenting skills should apply for this award.
PTA information
Official PTA Name Region
Address
City State AR Zip
Number of members in PTA Number of students PTA serves
Is your unit part of a Council? YES NO If yes, Council name?
Contact Person Title (president, etc)
Address
City State Zip
Phone Email
Attach a brief narrative (1000 words or less) describing the parenting project, topics covered, any community
involvement and any use of PTA materials This narrative must be typed on 8 ½ x 11 paper, double spaced, 1”
margins, black ink, 12 pt standard font with your PTA Name at the top and each page numbered. Unit may
submit up to three (3) sheets of supporting documentation with the application. Cover sheet, narrative and
any supporting documentation should be submitted together. If mailing: Paper clip – do not staple or
fold any part of entry, copy on one side of page only. Electronic entries –all entry documents should be
sent as one attachment with only one award submission per attachment. Attachment name and subject
line should reflect PTA name and award name. Mailed entries must be postmarked by and email entries
must be received by February 1st.
Please make sure all sections of the application are completely filled out and that all supporting
documentation is submitted with the application.
Submission of application (Please submit using only one method.)
Postal mail: Greta Freeman, PTA Council President Email: [email protected]
P. O. Box 461
Little Rock, AR 72203 NO FAXES
DUE DATE: February 1
LR PTA COUNCIL SAFETY AWARD
The LR PTA Council will honor a PTA unit at the Spring Luncheon for outstanding efforts in child
safety, school safety, health and/or welfare of the children within their community. Any PTA unit
which has undertaken such projects as immunizations, environmental issues, mental health, internet
safety, school bus safety, violence prevention, etc., should apply for this award.
PTA information
Official PTA Name Region
Address
City State AR Zip
Number of members in PTA Number of students PTA serves
Is your unit part of a Council? YES NO If yes, Council name?
Contact Person Title (president, etc)
Address
City State Zip
Phone Email
Attach a brief narrative (1000 words or less) describing the safety project, goals of the project and how they
were met and include any cooperation with other agencies or organizations. This narrative must be typed on 8
½ x 11 paper, double spaced, 1” margins, black ink, 12 pt standard font with your PTA Name at the top and
each page numbered. Unit may submit up to three (3) sheets of supporting documentation with the application.
Cover sheet, narrative and any supporting documentation should be submitted together. If mailing:
Paper clip – do not staple or fold any part of entry, copy on one side of page only. Electronic entries –all
entry documents should be sent as one attachment with only one award submission per attachment.
Attachment name and subject line should reflect PTA name and award name. Mailed entries must be
postmarked by and email entries must be received by February 1st.
Please make sure all sections of the application are completely filled out and that all supporting
documentation is submitted with the application.
Submission of application (Please submit using only one method.)
Postal mail: Greta Freeman, PTA Council President Email: [email protected]
P. O. Box 461
Little Rock, AR 72203 NO FAXES
DUE DATE: February 1
LR PTA COUNCIL COMMUNICATIONS AWARD
The LR PTA Council will honor a PTA unit at the Spring Luncheon for outstanding communications
with their members/school families and community. Do you distribute a bulletin or newsletter? Do
you have a PTA unit web site? How do you communicate with the community? Any unit that excels
in one or more of these areas should apply for this award.
PTA information
Official PTA Name Region
Address
City State AR Zip
Number of members in PTA Number of students PTA serves
Is your unit part of a Council? YES NO If yes, Council name?
Contact Person Title (president, etc)
Address
City State Zip
Phone Email
Attach a brief narrative (1000 words or less) describing the type and venue of communication to the school,
families and community and how your school and PTA benefit from such communication. This narrative must
be typed on 8 ½ x 11 paper, double spaced, 1” margins, black ink, 12 pt standard font with your PTA Name at
the top and each page numbered. Unit should submit up to three (3) examples of communication (newsletters,
website, etc.) with the application. Cover sheet, narrative and any supporting documentation should be
submitted together. Hardcopy entries – submit 5 complete sets. Paper clip – do not staple or fold any
part of entry, copy on one side of page only. Electronic entries –all entry documents should be sent as
one attachment with only one award submission per attachment. Attachment name and subject line
should reflect PTA name and award name. Mailed entries must be postmarked by and email entries must
be received by February 1st.
Please make sure all sections of the application are completely filled out and that all supporting
documentation is submitted with the application.
Submission of application (Please submit using only one method.)
Postal mail: Greta Freeman, PTA Council President Email: [email protected]
P. O. Box 461
Little Rock, AR 72203 NO FAXES
DUE DATE: February 1
LR PTA COUNCIL HEROIC EFFORT AWARD
The LR PTA Council will honor an individual at the Spring Luncheon as the recipient of the “Heroic
Effort Award.” Any individual who has gone above and beyond the call of duty to ensure the safety
of a child or children may be nominated.
Nominee information
Name of Nominee
Nominee's Position
Is nominee PTA member? Yes No If yes, how long?
PTA information
Official PTA Name Region
Address
City State AR Zip
Contact Person Title (president, etc)
Address
City State Zip
Phone Email
Attach a brief narrative (1000 words or less) describing the nominee’s heroic act. This narrative must be typed
on 8 ½ x 11 paper, double spaced, 1” margins, black ink, 12 pt standard font with your PTA Name at the top
and each page numbered. Unit may submit up to three (3) sheets of supporting documentation with the
application. Cover sheet, narrative and any supporting documentation should be submitted together. If
mailing: Paper clip – do not staple or fold any part of entry, copy on one side of page only. Electronic
entries –all entry documents should be sent as one attachment with only one award submission per
attachment. Attachment name and subject line should reflect PTA name and award name. Mailed
entries must be postmarked by and email entries must be received by February 1st.
Please make sure all sections of the application are completely filled out and that all supporting
documentation is submitted with the application.
Submission of application (Please submit using only one method.)
Postal mail: Greta Freeman, PTA Council President Email: [email protected]
P. O. Box 461
Little Rock, AR 72203 NO FAXES
DUE DATE: February 1
LR PTA COUNCIL CHILDREN’S CHAMPION AWARD
The LR PTA Council will honor an individual at the Spring Luncheon as the “Children’s Champion”.
A PTA unit or council may nominate any community leader such as a policeman, judge, legislator,
health care provider, etc. who is not employed at the school who has championed the cause of
children.
Nominee information
Name of Nominee
Nominee's Position
Is nominee PTA member? Yes No If yes, how long?
PTA information Official PTA Name Region
Address
City State AR Zip
Contact Person Title (president, etc)
Address
City State Zip
Phone Email
Attach a brief narrative (1000 words or less) describing the nominee’s concern for children, the goal and action
taken by the nominee and the extent to which the nominee worked with PTA to better the community for the
children. This narrative must be typed on 8 ½ x 11 paper, double spaced, 1” margins, black ink, 12 pt standard
font with your PTA Name at the top and each page numbered. Unit may submit up to three (3) sheets of
supporting documentation with the application. Cover sheet, narrative and any supporting documentation
should be submitted together. If mailing: Paper clip – do not staple or fold any part of entry, copy on
one side of page only. Electronic entries –all entry documents should be sent as one attachment with only
one award submission per attachment. Attachment name and subject line should reflect PTA name and
award name. Mailed entries must be postmarked by and email entries must be received by February 1st.
Please make sure all sections of the application are completely filled out and that all supporting
documentation is submitted with the application.
Submission of application (Please submit using only one method.)
Postal mail: Greta Freeman, PTA Council President Email: [email protected]
P. O. Box 461
Little Rock, AR 72203 NO FAXES
DUE DATE: February 1
LR PTA COUNCIL ADMINISTRATOR OF THE YEAR AWARD The LR PTA Council will honor an individual at the Spring Luncheon as the “Administrator of the
Year”. A PTA unit or council may nominate any administrator who excels in this capacity.
Nominee information
Name of Nominee
Nominee's Position
Is nominee PTA member? Yes No If yes, how long?
PTA information
Official PTA Name Region
Address
City State AR Zip
Contact Person Title (president, etc)
Address
City State Zip
Phone Email
Attach a brief narrative (1000 words or less) describing the nominee’s concern for children, outstanding
administrative skills, involvement and support of PTA activities, goals and objectives and their involvement in
other professional groups. This narrative must be typed on 8 ½ x 11 paper, double spaced, 1” margins, black
ink, 12 pt standard font with your PTA Name at the top and each page numbered. Unit may submit up to three
(3) sheets of supporting documentation with the application. Cover sheet, narrative and any supporting
documentation should be submitted together. If mailing: Paper clip – do not staple or fold any part of
entry, copy on one side of page only. Electronic entries –all entry documents should be sent as one
attachment with only one award submission per attachment. Attachment name and subject line should
reflect PTA name and award name. Mailed entries must be postmarked by and email entries must be
received by February 1st.
Please make sure all sections of the application are completely filled out and that all supporting
documentation is submitted with the application.
Submission of application (Please submit using only one method.)
Postal mail: Greta Freeman, PTA Council President Email: lrptacouncil.com
P. O. Box 461
Little Rock, AR 72203 NO FAXES
DUE DATE: February 1
LR PTA COUNCIL TEACHER OF THE YEAR AWARD
The LR PTA Council will honor an individual at the Spring Luncheon as the “Teacher of the Year”.
A PTA unit or council may nominate any teacher who excels in this capacity. (This nomination is
made the by PTA unit and is separate and apart from the district teacher of the year award.)
Nominee information
Name of Nominee
Nominee's Position
Is nominee PTA member? Yes No If yes, how long?
PTA information
Official PTA Name Region
Address
City State AR Zip
Contact Person Title (president, etc)
Address
City State Zip
Phone Email
Attach a brief narrative (1000 words or less) describing the nominee’s concern for children, outstanding
teaching skills, involvement and support of PTA activities, goals and objectives and their involvement in other
professional groups. This narrative must be typed on 8 ½ x 11 paper, double spaced, 1” margins, black ink, 12
pt standard font with your PTA Name at the top and each page numbered. Unit may submit up to three (3)
sheets of supporting documentation with the application. Cover sheet, narrative and any supporting
documentation should be submitted together. If mailing: Paper clip – do not staple or fold any part of
entry, copy on one side of page only. Electronic entries –all entry documents should be sent as one
attachment with only one award submission per attachment. Attachment name and subject line should
reflect PTA name and award name. Mailed entries must be postmarked by and email entries must be
received by February 1st.
Please make sure all sections of the application are completely filled out and that all supporting
documentation is submitted with the application.
Submission of application (Please submit using only one method.)
Postal mail: Greta Freeman, PTA Council President Email: lrptacouncil.com
P. O. Box 461
Little Rock, AR 72203 NO FAXES
DUE DATE: February 1
Honorary Life MembershipApplication An Arkansas PTA Honorary Life Membership is the highest honothat may be bestowed upon an individual by a unit, council or state PTA for distinguished service to children and youth. The proceeds go toward the Arkansas PTA Scholarship fund to help graduation seniors and adults returning to the educational field. PTA Information Contact Inforamtion (where award is to be sent to) Honoree Information (as you wish it to appear on certificate)
Honorary Life Membership $40.00
Shipping & Handling 2.50
Delivery Confirmation (optional) add $1.00 ______
TOTAL AMOUNT ENCLOSED $_____
Remit and make check payable to:
ARKANSAS PTA * P O Box 1015 * North Little Rock, AR 72115
Application along with payment must be received 3-4 weeks prior to presentation date.
1. Print all information clearly. 3. Use full name of unit including type of school. 2. Checks must have TWO signatures 4. Do not staple check to form.
Official Office Use Only: DS DR Date Mailed/Picked Up _____________ Date Received _____________ CK# _____________
Address ____________________________________________________________________
City ______________________________________ State ________ Zip ____________
Region _________________________________ County ___________ Council ___________
Official PTA Name _____________________________ Title (president, etc.)_______________
Address ____________________________________________________________________
City ______________________________________ State ________ Zip ____________
Region _________________________________ County ___________ Council ___________
Honoree’s Name ______________________________________________________________
Address _____________________________________________________________________
City ______________________________________ State ________ Zip ____________
Current PTA member? Yes No
Arkansas PTA Membership Awards
The following awards will be presented at the Arkansas PTA Convention. The Golden Apple Award requires that you send the Arkansas PTA Golden Apple Award Form; all other awards will be determined based on you paid membership dues. Oak Tree Award First unit to report 100% membership, which is defined as one member
for every child (Plaque) Golden Leaf Award Unit with the largest membership increase (Plaque) Acorn Award New unit with the largest membership (Plaque) 1000 Club Units with 1000 or more members (Trophy) 500 Club Units with 500 or more members (Trophy) Golden Apple Awards Units with 100% staff membership, both certified and non-certified
(Trophy) Golden Oak Awards Units with 100% membership—based on October 15 enrollment
(Plaque). Units can check the Arkansas Department of Education website (www.ArkansasEd.org) after January 15 for the official enrollment count the each unit.
Shooting Star Awards Units with a membership increase each year for the past three years
(Trophy) High Five Awards Units with a membership increase of 5% or more (Certificates and Pin).
High Five Award recipients qualify for a drawing for $50). Early Bird Awards Units with dues submitted before September 30 (Certificates and Pin).
Award Submission Requirements _________________________________________________________________________ All membership dues submissions must be received on or before the deadline date to be
eligible for awards. Submissions postmarked by the deadline date will be accepted. We recommend you mail your submissions early to ensure they arrive by the deadline and to allow for postal delays.
All dues submissions must contain a Remittance Form. Dues for Membership Awards submissions should be sent by mail and must have a United
States Post Office Postmark to be eligible for award consideration. Do not send through School District Mail Systems. All Membership Deadlines are highlighted in red on the LR PTA Council Calendar.
Little Rock PTA Council Registration Fee Form
(The PTA Council Registration Fee is in addition to your National & State dues paid to the
Arkansas PTA. Your fee supports the work of your local PTA council.)
Name of Unit: ____________________________________________________________ Name of President _________________________________Phone # ___________________ Email Address ____________________________________________________________ School enrollment as of October 1 ___________ Council fees are based on your school type/size. Please check the appropriate column. ___ High School $100
___ Middle School $ 75
___ Elementary School w/ enrollment over 300 students $ 50
___ Elementary School w/ enrollment under 300 students $ 25
___ Metropolitan, ACC, Felder and Hamilton $ 25
Check # ________ Amount Remitted $_________
Please mail your check (payable to Little Rock PTA Council) and this form to:
Marilyn Hopson LR PTA Council Treasurer
P. O. Box 461 Little Rock, Arkansas 72203
Please pay fees before November 1.
Fees must be received before a unit will be
considered eligible for PTA Council awards.
Office Use Only: Date Postmarked _____________Date Received _____________
Council Representative Report Form
This form is to be completed by local unit delegates reporting Council activities.
1. Council Meeting Date:
2. Council Meeting Location:
3. Attach the Council Meeting agenda to this report form.
4. List any issues that were voted on. Describe the result of the vote.
5. Were any matters referred to local units? If so, what were they?
6. Give a brief synopsis of information presented at the Council Meeting:
Guest Speaker:
Topic:
Superintendent (or representative) Report:
Program:
7. Were there any announcements regarding the next council meeting, leadership training
opportunities, workshops or special meetings of any kind? If so, provide details.
8. What leadership development training was offered at this meeting?
Local Unit PTA Bylaws – Template
The Arkansas State PTA provides the following PTA Bylaw template to simplify the creation and
update of bylaws for your unit. An updatable version of your unit’s bylaws is available online at
www.ArkansasPTA.org. For additional assistance, contact the Council Mentor for your school
listed this handbook.
