OCCPTA

Celebration of the Hands
2021-04-05 - 2021-04-09 | FL
Tens of thousands of pieces of hand artwork are decorated by young children, teachers, and families, and hung throughout the Capitol Rotunda each year during Children’s Week Florida. This Celebration of the Hands honors the annual tradition of the Hanging of the Hands which began in 1986.
“Hand art” is decorated by children and their teachers, and collected at child care centers and schools across the state. The hands hang in the Capitol Rotunda as a reminder to legislators and advocates that we must take care of our most precious commodity – our children.
Want your children’s hand art on display at the Capitol? Create your hand art display and mail it to the below address postmarked anytime before March 25, 2021. (Please do not send individual ‘hand art’).

Schools, child care centers, and individuals from across the state have been submitting hands to hang at the Capitol for many years, and we encourage everyone to participate in this time honored tradition.
The Early Learning Coalition of the Big Bend Region2639 N. Monroe Street, Building CTallahassee, FL 32303
Download the Informational Flyer here.

Annual General Meeting
2021-04-28 19:30 - 20:30 (America/New_York) | FL, United States
Click to Register to Attend the Annual General Meeting of Orange County Council
Join us for OCCPTA’s Annual General Meeting of 2020-2021.
Register or Join the Meeting at this link.
On the Agenda, Executive Committee election vote
For more information or for any questions, visit www.occpta.org or email info@occpta.org

As per the bylaws of the Orange County Council of PTAs and PTSAs, the voting body of the Council shall consist of the Council’s executive board, the president (or elected officer) of each local unit in membership who is in full compliance, the Principal (or representative) and up to three (3) delegates (or current members) selected by each local unit, according to it’s own procedures.
Elected officers include the unit president, vice-president(s), treasurer and secretary. A delegate can be any current member of your PTA/PTSA unit.
Please be advised that only registered PTA/PTSA Delegates can vote at this Annual General Meeting. PTA/PTSA Presidents can register their delegates here.

Register your PTA/PTSA Delegates

Annual Awards & Scholarship Celebration
2021-05-22 19:00 - 20:30 | FL, United States
Every local unit PTA/PTSA was encouraged to apply for any and all awards and we welcome all PTA leaders to attend this event and celebrate your and your fellow PTA/PTSA efforts & dedication to their students.

Each year, the Orange County Council of PTA/PTSAs recognizes individuals, organizations, PTAs and PTSAs that do incredible things in their schools and communities. They are Essential Pieces in the puzzle to make each child’s potential a reality!
We are proud to host you all Saturday, May 22, 2021 at 7pm and celebrate the moments and achievements made this year #OCCPTAProud #ThisisPTA

Stay Connected for more info on this event or our Memberhub Calendar and Facebook page.

Email info@occpta.org if you have any questions or queries.
Under normal circumstances, all proceeds from the Awards Banquet benefit the Orange County Council of PTA/PTSAs’ Annual Scholarship Fund. We hope that in light of current circumstances, your PTA/PTSA consider adding a small contribution to the Scholarship Fund to your unit’s budget for the coming year. We Thank you for your consideration.

Florida PTA’s Annual Leadership Convention
2021-07-15 - 2021-07-18 | FL, United States
Please check the Florida PTA website for the latest information.

click for more info and to register
The 2021 Florida PTA’s Annual Leadership Convention at the Innisbrook Resort & Golf Club in Palm Harbor.Workshops will include topics related to all officer positions, Student Involvement, Cultural Arts, Diversity and Inclusion, Leadership Development, and Personal Development.
Additional Special Events Tickets will be available at registration.
Join and celebrate PTA/PTSAs and County Councils/Regions from around Florida at the Awards Luncheon. Have you applied for a Florida PTA Award? Saturday night is Scholarship Night. with PTAs Got Talent Show. All tickets and proceeds benefit the Florida PTA Scholarship Fund.

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Back to School Basics & Beyond
2021-08-14 09:00 - 14:00 | Ronald Blocker ELC, 445 W. Amelia St., Orlando, FL, 32801, United States
Join Orange County PTA/PTSA leaders for the Back to School Basics & Beyond Workshop and OCCPTA General Meeting.
OCPS Ronald Blocker Educational Centre. 445 W Amelia St, Orlando, FL 32801. Free Parking is available. Lunch provided by Papa John’s. Check in starts at 9am and attendance is requested at the General Meeting starting at 9:30am. Please keep a check on your inbox and spam folders for important information being sent out regarding this event.
All PTA / PTSA members are welcome to attend. There is no limit in the number of members from one unit that can attend. We recommended that you bring other board members from your unit in order to split up between the different workshops being conducted at the same time. Other parent groups can be accommodated by arrangement and at a cost.
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Space is Limited. Registration Closes August 11, 2021.
Please be aware that Health & Safety measures are in place and masks will be required. If you are not feeling well we ask you to please stay home. Please contact us immediately if you start feeling ill after Saturday. email president@occpta.org

Attention PTA / PTSA Presidents
In order to vote on Orange County Council business. Local unit PTAs/PTSAs select, accordingly to your unit’s own procedures up to 3 current members of your unit to be delegates. These delegates need to be registered with OCCPTA in order to be recognized as a voting member of your unit on county council business. The PTA/PTSA president and school principal is automatically a OCCPTA delegate. Please register your unit’s delegates.
If you have any questions, please email info@occpta.org

Presidents’ & Principals’ Breakfast
2021-08-20 09:00 - 11:00 | Rosen Centre, 9840 International Drive, Orlando, FL, 32819, United States
PTA Presidents, Principals and District officialsare invited to this annual Presidents’ and Principals’ Breakfast.
Join us at the Rosen Centre, 9840 International Dr. Orlando. 32819. at 9am, Friday, August 20, 2021.

All board members are welcome to attend! Breakfast cost is $40 per person. Sorry no tickets will be sold at the door. Sorry no refunds, however tickets are transferable. This is a valid PTA expense.
Questions? Please email info@occpta.org

Get on the Bus
2022-02-01 05:00 - 22:00 | FL
Travel to Tallahassee with OCCPTA or attend Florida PTA LegCon during the 2022 Legislature Session, Tour the Capital and Visit your Legislators. Advocate for your Children and See Democracy in Action!
Sorry! No Refunds! However if you would like to transfer or donate your bus ticket(s), please email us, as soon as possible.
For any questions, or for help organizing a field trip for your students or parent group email: advocacy@occpta.org

I Will Change the World By… Reflections Award Ceremony
2022-02-12 11:00 - 12:30 | FL, United States
visit www.occpta.org/reflections or email the OCCPTA Chair at reflections@occpta.org for more information on how to bring this program into your school.

Get ready to celebrate last year’s National Reflections Winners! Join on National PTA’s YouTube page on January, 26 to watch some special performances.

PTA Founders Day & Presidents Appreciation
2022-02-18 19:00 - 20:30 | FL
All Welcome!
a General Meeting of Orange County Council of PTA/PTSA members will be held during this event.
Founders Day is when we celebrate the legacy and work of our founders—Alice McLellan Birney, Phoebe Apperson Hearst and Selena Sloan Butler—to better the lives of every child in education, health and safety.It is a time to reflect and take pride in our achievements, and renew our commitment to be a: powerful voice for all children; relevant resource for parents; and strong advocate for public education.Our founders’ imagination and courage resulted in major changes for our children. They had a simple idea—to improve the lives and future of all children. They understood the power of individual action, worked beyond the accepted barriers of their day, and took action to change the world for all children.

Annual General Meeting
2022-04-21 18:30 - 19:30 | FL, United States
Click to Register to Attend the Annual General Meeting of Orange County Council Soon!
Join us for OCCPTA’s Annual General Meeting of 2020-2021.
Orange County Council PTA (OCCPTA) is pleased to announce the following list of candidates for the 2022-2023 Executive Committee. Elections will take place during this Annual General Meeting.
For President of the County Council | Kelly Crumbaker (University High School PTSA) slated
For 1st Vice President of Leadership | Juliette Chiles (Innovation Middle School PTSA) slated
For 2nd Vice President of Organization | Caryn Liss (West Creek Elementary PTA) slated
For 3rd Vice President of Education | Shavon Miller (Jones High School PTSA) self nominated
For Treasurer | Marie Claggett (Southwood Elementary PTA) slated
For Secretary | Melissa Sposato (Sunrise Elementary PTA) slated
For more information or for any questions, visit www.occpta.org or email info@occpta.org
As per the bylaws of the Orange County Council of PTAs and PTSAs, the voting body of the Council shall consist of the Council’s executive board, the president (or elected officer) of each local unit in membership who is in full compliance, the Principal (or representative) and up to three (3) delegates (or current members) selected by each local unit, according to it’s own procedures.
Elected officers include the unit president, vice-president(s), treasurer and secretary. A delegate can be any current member of your PTA/PTSA unit.
Please be advised that only registered PTA/PTSA Delegates can vote at this Annual General Meeting. PTA/PTSA Presidents can register their delegates here.

Register your PTA/PTSA Delegates

Purchase your Banquet Tickets

Health & Wellness Fair
2022-05-07 10:00 - 13:00 | Union Park Middle School

Annual Awards & Scholarship Celebration
2022-05-13 19:00 - 20:30 | Rosen Centre, 9840 International Drive, Orlando, FL, 32819, United States
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You are Invited! All are Welcome!
Each year, the Orange County Council of PTA/PTSAs recognizes individuals, organizations, PTAs and PTSAs that do incredible things in their schools and communities. They are Essential Pieces in the puzzle to make each child’s potential a reality!
We are proud to host you all Friday, May 13, 2022 at 7pm and celebrate the moments and achievements made this year #OCCPTAProud #ThisisPTA

Stay Connected for more info on this and other events and programs.

Every local unit PTA/PTSA was encouraged to apply for any and all awards and we welcome all PTA leaders to attend this event and celebrate your and your fellow PTA/PTSA efforts & dedication to their students.
email info@occpta.org if you have any questions or queries.
Under normal circumstances, all proceeds from the Awards Banquet benefit the Orange County Council of PTA/PTSAs’ Annual Scholarship Fund. We hope that in light of current circumstances, your PTA/PTSA considers adding a small contribution to the Scholarship Fund to your unit’s budget for the coming year. We Thank you for your consideration!

PTA Audits Due 8/31!
2022-08-31 | FL
Send completed audits to Florida PTA at audit@FloridaPTA.org by August 31, 2022. If you need help with your audit, please refer to the Dollar$ and $en$e manual that was included with your Kit of Materials or reach out to us at treasurer@occpta.org.
Click Here for the Audit Form

Florida PTA - Road to Success Workshop "Bullies are not born, they are made!"
2022-10-05 19:00 - 20:00 | FL

Training - Back to Basics & Beyond Workshop
2022-10-15 | FL
Get ready to be inspired! Join OCCPTA for a day of virtual workshops to train local PTA leaders. Topics will include:

Being an Effective PTA Leader
Board Member Basics
Treasurer 101
MemberHub
Everyday Advocacy
Family Engagement

Week of the Family in Orange County - Nov. 6th through 12th
2022-11-06 - 2022-11-12 | FL

Election Day - Have Your Voice Heard & Go Vote!
2022-11-08 | FL

File Tax Return - IRS Form 990 by November 15th
2022-11-15 | FL
Your PTA will need to file its federal taxes annually by November 15th:

If your PTA has gross receipts of $50,000 or less, you can file a 990Nelectronically (https://www.irs.gov/charities-non-profits/annual-electronic-filing-requirement-for-small-exempt-organizations-form-990-n-e-postcard).
If your PTA has gross receipts of $50,000 or more, you would need to file a Form 990EZor Form 990
If your PTA’s gross revenues are less than $100,000 you can file for free.

NOTE: The IRS defines gross receipts as “the total amounts the organization received from all sources during its annual accounting period, without subtracting any costs or expenses.” Do not include membership dues or founders day contributions that are passed on to council and state in this number.
Once you have filed the 990N, 990EZ or 990, submit confirmation to the Florida PTA here.
NEED HELP? REACH OUT TO OCCPTA AT INFO@OCCPTA.ORG

Local Units Reflections Submissions Due to OCCPTA - December 2nd
2022-12-02 | FL

OCCPTA Reflections Ceremony & Founders' Day Celebration - February 24, 2023
2023-02-24 18:00 - 20:30 | Second Harvest, 411 Mercy Dr., Orlando, FL, 32805, United States

Rally in Tally - March 28th
2023-03-28 | FL

Spring Forward Serving Students with PTA & OCPS
2023-04-04 16:00 - 18:00 | Ronald Blocker ELC, 445 W. Amelia St., Orlando, FL, 32801, United States
RSVP by Thursday, March 30, 2023

Essential Pieces Award Banquet - May 19th 🍊
2023-05-19 18:00 - 20:30 | Venue at Lake Lily Maitland, 641 Maitland Ave., Maitland, FL, 32751

💲AUDITS DUE on August 31st! Need help? Contact us at treasurer@occpta.org
2023-08-31 | FL

🍊Presidents' and Principals' Breakfast
2023-09-01 09:00 - 11:00 | FL

Local Unit Q&A
2023-09-14 19:00 - 20:00, 2023-10-12 19:00 - 20:00 | FL

Back to Basics Training Day
2023-09-23 08:30 - 14:30 | FL
REGISTER NOW!

OCPS Alumni Network Tailgating with Orlando City Soccer
2023-10-07 | FL

Deadline to Pay County Council Dues
2023-10-31 | FL
