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Nutmeg Statewide PTA (NSPTA) is the statewide unit of the Connecticut PTA (CTPTA), chartered in 1989 with support from National PTA. NSPTA connects individuals who care about statewide issues affecting the health, education, and well-being of Connecticut’s children and youth. A key priority is building a scholarship endowment for graduating seniors pursuing careers that serve children and families. Since 2000, NSPTA has awarded over $13,500 in scholarships. Join NUTMEG Today!! Donate to Nutmeg Statewide PTA Endowment Fund History of the NSPTA In 1988 when Carol Duggan was the CT PTA State President, National PTA was interested in increasing membership and asked state PTAs for ideas by offering grants to fund pilot projects. CT PTA applied for and received a grant to survey past State Board members and CT PTA Life Achievement Award recipients to see if there was interest on their part in participating in CT PTA. Nutmeg was born. NSPTA was chartered on Founders’ Day, 1989, by CT PTA with 15 founding members. It was CT PTA’s first statewide unit. NSPTA was written into the CT PTA Bylaws and adopted by the CT PTA membership at the 1989 Annual Convention. In addition, the unit was to provide service to the state organization when needed, plan for the 100th anniversary of CT PTA in 2000 and develop a scholarship endowment fund. NSPTA for the 100th convention created, printed and distributed a history of CT PTA which is posted on the CT PTA website. NSPTA also placed a wreath on CT PTA Founder’s grave on the actual day in December when National PTA signed the CT PTA charter. The endowment fund was created in 1998 when Joseph Pearson, a former board member and career education activist, left $85,000 to NSPTA upon his death. Until then, the balance of the membership fees constituted the fund. The first scholarship in the amount of $5,000 was awarded at the 100th meeting. NSPTA membership is a solid core members who join annually for $20.00 and others who may join so that they can go to NPTA Convention or they have a special issue they want to bring forward at the CT PTA Convention or they are a non-PTA SEPTA in need of PTA affiliation before that statewide unit accepts them. NSPTA pays the membership fees to the state and national and the balance of $15.00 is deposited directly into the endowment fund as we have been able to find donors to provide postage and paper. Every other year, NSPTA does additional fundraising through a matching grant program. Two years ago this brought in an additional $1,000 plus the grant of $1,000. On the off year, the members of the NPTA State Presidents’ Club are invited to join as a Founders’ Day gift to NSPTA. The Endowment Committee meets twice a year. NSPTA has evolved into a scholarship vehicle for CT PTA. Three scholarships are awarded annually. The amount varies depending on NSPTA's income. The Carol P. Duggan Nutmeg PTA Scholarship The Joseph Pearson The Janet E. Petkus Grant - funded by Carol Duggan's family Scholarship instructions and applications are distributed to PTA High schools Career centers or Guidance offices of eligible high schools. We accept only one applicant per PTA/PTSA.

126th Connecticut PTA ANNUAL MEETING Thursday, June 4, 2026 More to follow...

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Congratulations To Connecticut PTA's 2026 Outstanding Educators and Volunteers...... Superintendent Dr. Susie DaSilva Ridgefield Council High School Assistant Principal Cora Munoz Wilbur Cross PTA Middle/ High School Assistant Principal Michelle Salvas PHACT PTA Elementary Principal Josph Apicella Orange Ave PTA High School Teacher Karen Abbey PHACT PTA Middle School Teacher Riley D'Agostino John Read PTA Elementary Teacher Sarah Levesque Spencer PTA Support Staff Nick Decesare Hamden Council PTA Paraprofessional Jamie Bairaktaris John Read MS PTA Parent Volunteer Robin Foley Lillie B Haynes PTA PTA President Aarika Friend Booth Hill School PTA PTA President Beatrix Erikson John Read MS PTA BOD Member Sarah Lefebvre Cheshire Septa/Doolittle PTA We invite you to Celebrate With Us Register and Remit Payment: Givebacks online Or Mail in Registration Form with Check CTPTA 60 Wellington Road, Suite F, Milford, CT 06461

Join Us as Connecticut PTA Celebrates State and National Level Winners May 13 2026 Roger Ludlowe School MS Fairfield National PTA Reflections Program – 2027 Theme Announcement We are proud to share that the 2027 National PTA Reflections Theme has been announced, even more exciting this theme was a winning entry that comes from right here in Connecticut! The 2027 theme was created by a talented student from Wilton High School, whose creativity and voice stood out among submissions from across the country. Their original theme will inspire thousands of students nationwide to explore the arts and express themselves through the Reflections program. Please join us in celebrating this outstanding achievement and the incredible talent of all our Connecticut students. We look forward to seeing how this theme comes to life through art, music, literature, dance, photography, and film in the year ahead. Reflections Explore the Arts and Express Yourself This program is for students of all grades and their parents and caregivers. National PTA has a long-standing commitment to arts education. For over 50 years, Reflections has helped students explore their own thoughts, feelings and ideas, develop artistic literacy, increase confidence and find a love for learning. The Reflections program provides opportunities for recognition and access to the arts which boosts student confidence and success in the arts and in life. Each year, hundreds of thousands of students in pre-K through grade 12 create original works of art in response to a student-created theme. In Reflections, students submit artworks in the available arts category areas and program divisions: Primary (Pre-K - Grade 2), Intermediate (Grades 3-5), Middle School (Grades 6-8), High School (Grades 9-12), Accessible Arts (All grades welcome). 2025 Reflection Winners https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Zsi2OxHmzg4&list=PLbV_L0Xm1BjxK51FqwUADhXJVv-f_G9Tj Questions? Contact CT PTA Reflections Chair Anne T Bausher reflectionsctpta@gmail.com National PTA has a new and improved Reflections website. All information needed to run a program is now on one page: https://www.pta.org/home/programs/reflections/startyourprogram promotional materials (posters, social media graphics) Local Leader Guides paper entry forms if needed more!

Resources for advocacy on behalf of children and youth, developing parent skills, and encouraging parent and public involvement in public schools. Membership is open to anyone who believes in the mission and purposes of Parent Teacher Association. Individual members may belong to any number of PTAs and pay dues in each. Every person who joins a local PTA® automatically becomes a member of both the state and national PTAs. Together we are a powerful voice for children. With your help, we can continue to work toward PTA's goal of a quality education and nurturing environment for every child. Connecticut PTA is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit association that prides itself on being a powerful voice for all children, a relevant resource for families and communities, and a strong advocate for public education. Membership in PTA is open to anyone who wants to be involved and make a difference for the education, health, and welfare of children and youth. Happening Now Reflection Award Ceremony Registration 2026 Symposium & Expo Exhibitor Applications Open Now!! Zoom with CT PTA President, Judy Goldberg May 28 7pm Zoom link to join available in the Leaders only Tab Outstanding Educators Brunch Registration Open! 2026 Connecticut PTA Outstanding Educators Brunch La Bella Vista, Waterbury - Sunday, May 3 Share Your PTA Story Save the Dates 2026 Connecticut PTA Outstanding Educators Brunch La Bella Vista, Waterbury - Sunday, May 3 2026 Reflections Award Ceremony- Wednesday, May 13- 7pm 2026 CT PTA Annual Meeting -Thursday, June 4 2026 Annual Symposium & EXPO- Saturday, September 19 2026-03-03_14-32-25_735 2025-99 Describe your image 2026-03-03_14-32-25_735 1/8 Anchor 1 PTA SONG FOR ALL! CLICK IT REPORT YOUR PTA BOARD & changes for 2025-2026 OFFICERS HERE Shop with us! Visit the CT PTA Store! Gifts for everyone! Mission & Values of the PTA Collaboration: We will work in partnership with a wide array of individuals and organizations to broaden and enhance our ability to serve and advocate for all children and families. Commitment: We are dedicated to children’s educational success, health, and well-being through strong family and community engagement, while remaining accountable to the principles upon which our association was founded. Diversity: We acknowledge the potential of everyone without regard, including but not limited to: age, culture, economic status, educational background, ethnicity, gender, geographic location, legal status, marital status, mental ability, national origin, organizational position, parental status, physical ability, political philosophy, race, religion, sexual orientation, and work experience. Respect: We value the individual contributions of members, employees, volunteers, and partners as we work collaboratively to achieve our association’s goals. Accountability: All members, employees, volunteers, and partners have a shared responsibility to align their efforts toward the achievement of our association’s strategic initiatives. THANK YOU TO OUR AMAZING SPONSORS

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The CDC has developed a set of resources called Parents for Healthy Schools to help schools and school groups (e.g., parent teacher associations (PTA), parent teacher organizations (PTO), school wellness committees) engage parents to create healthy school environments. These resources will: 1. Educate parents about: o school nutrition environment and services; o school-based physical education and physical activity; and o managing chronic health conditions in school settings. 2. Provide parents with practical strategies and actions to improve the school health environment. 3. Provide suggestions for ways to track progress in engaging parents in changing the school health environment. The information regarding this important resource for parents can be found using the link below: https://www.cdc.gov/healthyschools/parentengagement/parentsforhealthyschools.htm Please contact me if you have any questions. CSDE Terese Maineri Educational Service Specialist Connecticut State Department of Education Office of Student Supports and Organizational Effectiveness Bureau of Health/Nutrition, Family Services and Adult Education Telephone: 860-807-2145 Fax: 860-807-2127