OCCPTA

PTA Founders Day & General Meeting
2020-02-21 | Holden Heights Community Center, 1201 20th Street, Orlando, FL, 32805, United States
All Welcome!
a General Meeting for Orange County Council of PTA/PTSA members will be held during this event.The minutes from the previous general meeting of the County Council up for approval is available in the File section of the OCC Hub.
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.

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download the Founders Day Flyer

Census Day
2020-04-01
The 2020 Census will count every person living in Orange County, the United States and U.S. territories. The census is conducted every 10 years by the U.S. Census Bureau, a nonpartisan government agency.
Did You Know? The results determine congressional representation and federal funding for states and communities, including Orange County. Every year, more than $675 billion goes toward hospitals, fire departments, schools, roads, housing programs, emergencies and natural disasters from information collected by the census.
What does that mean? By completing the quick and easy survey, you will ensure your community gets the funding it needs for schools and many important and essential services and programs for the next 10 years!
Shape your Future. Start Here >

General Meeting – Postponed
2020-04-16 19:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | Ronald Blocker ELC, 445 W. Amelia St., Orlando, FL, 32801, United States
​For more information or for any questions, email info@occpta.org

Annual Banquet - Cancelled
2020-05-09 16:00 - 21:00 | FL, United States
Save the Date to Celebrate.
Important Dates to Remember:
Scholarship Submission Deadline March 1st, 2020
Award Submission Deadline April 17th, 2020
visit www.occpta.org/awards for more Award Information
email info@occpta.org with any queries.
Proceeds from the Awards Banquet benefit the Orange County Council of PTA/PTSAs’ Annual Scholarship Fund.
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!
Every local unit PTA/PTSA is 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.As a valid PTA expense, this is a great opportunity for incoming & outgoing board members to team build for the year ahead and gain valuable contacts to take with you. Sorry No Refunds, how ever tickets are transferable, please email info@occpta.org.

General Meeting
2020-05-21 19:00 - 20:00 | FL, United States
Join us for OCCPTA’s 3rd General Meeting of 2019-2020.On the Agenda, Executive Committee election voteFor more information or for any questions, visit www.occpta.org or email info@occpta.org

Annual Awards Presentation
2020-05-30 19:00 - 20:30 | FL, United States
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 30th, 2020 at 7pm and celebrate the moments and achievements made this year #OCCPTAProud #ThisisPTA
This event will be held virtually. Please check your email for the registration link for 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.
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.

National PTA Convention - Please refer to the National PTA Website for the Latest Information
2020-06-18 - 2020-06-21 | Louisville, Kentucky, FL, United States
Save the Date
More Info to Follow

Florida PTA’s Annual Leadership Convention - Please refer to the Florida PTA website for the latest information
2020-07-16 - 2020-07-19 | FL, United States
Please check the Florida PTA website for the latest information.

The 2020 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.
For information on last year’s event, visit 2019 Leadership Convention.

Audit Financial Review Deadline
2020-08-31 | FL, United States
It is important that your unit completes and files your Audit with Florida PTA by today!
A Audit (or Financial Review) must be completed each year, at the end of the fiscal year (July 1 – June 30). Also, whenever your unit changes treasurers, an Audit must be completed, before the new treasurer takes office.
You’re a busy PTA volunteer and you’ve got a lot going on, but we’re here to help you with your Audit, IRS 990 tax-filing process. Review and follow these pointers on what your PTA needs to file.
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Submit a copy of your Audit to audit@floridapta.org
Need more help?! email us at info@occpta.org

Tax Filing Deadline
2020-11-15 | FL, United States
IRS 990 TAX FILING DEADLINE
It is important that you file your 990 Form by today! If you do not file, or if you file late, there may be penalties, fees and/or a costly revocation of your 501 (c)(3) tax-exempt status by Internal Revenue Service (IRS).
You’re a busy PTA volunteer and you’ve got a lot going on, but we’re here to help you with your Audit, IRS 990 tax-filing process. Review and follow these pointers on what your PTA needs to file.
Need more help?! email us at info@occpta.org

Together Connection
2020-11-30
Join us either at 11am or 7pm. Register at the link for either session.

Get Engaged with Florida PTA
2021-01-13
Join Florida PTA on select Wednesdays. 12pm Information Session is repeated at 7pm.
Visit www.FloridaPTA.org/Get Engaged Wednesdays for more information and to RSVP.

How Do You PTA Leadership Summit with Florida PTA
2021-01-23 09:00 - 13:30

Together Connection
2021-01-25 19:00 - 20:00
Are you an officer, an elected member of your PTA/PTSA? Have you registered your officers with Florida PTA? Visit www.floridapta.org. Don’t forget to subscribe to our MemberHub Calendar and Like us on Facebook to stay up to date with your Council.

I Matter Because Reflections Award Ceremony
2021-01-30 11:00 - 13:00 | 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.

Ending the Silence. a NAMI Presentation
2021-02-13 11:00 - 12:30
Keep up to date with all the latest information and events with OCCPTA and Florida PTA.

PTA Founders Day & Presidents Appreciation
2021-02-19 18:30 - 20:00
Click to download Program

All Welcome!
a General Meeting of Orange County Council of PTA/PTSA members will be held during this event.The minutes from the previous general meeting of the County Council up for approval is available in the File section of the OCC Hub in MemberHub.
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.

Together Connection
2021-02-22 19:00 - 20:00
Are you an officer, an elected member of your PTA/PTSA? Have you registered your officers with Florida PTA? Visit www.floridapta.org. Don’t forget to subscribe to our MemberHub Calendar and Like us on Facebook to stay up to date with your Council.
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Stay Connected.

National PTA Legislature Conference
2021-03-09 - 2021-03-11 | FL, United States
PTA Takes Action for Kids
Join National PTA for the annual Legislative Conference (LegCon) to network with fellow PTA advocates, meet with policymakers, hear PTA advocacy success stories and learn how to shape public policy on Capitol Hill and at home.
​Don’t miss the chance to expand your knowledge of the ins and outs of federal law, grow your advocacy skills, explore National PTA’s priorities for Congress, and meet with your federal representatives on Capitol Hill.
Questions?
Visit www.pta.org for more Information and to Register for this Virtual Event.

Florida PTA Legislative Conference
2021-03-21 - 2021-03-23
Registration is Now Open. Click here!
Do you want to know more about how to advocate for children? Have the events of this last year lit a fire in you to learn more about key issues and upcoming legislation? Florida PTA Legislative Conference will take you from What does it mean to advocate? to I’m ready to meet my legislator to discuss my concerns. Turn your passion into action!
Click here for more information and to Register for this Virtual Event!
If you have any questions, please reach our via email to info@floridapta.org.
Florida PTA Legislation Committee

Bring Your Legislator to School Day
2021-03-23
Share in our Tallahassee Tradition! But this year we bring Tallahassee to you and your classroom.

For assistance with your PTA/PTSA’s advocacy effects or for more information about PTA advocacy visit www.occpta.org or email advocacy@occpta.org or info@occpta.org

Celebration of the Hands
2021-04-05 - 2021-04-09
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 | 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.

Stay Tuned for Some County Attendee Info!

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
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

PTA Founders Day & Presidents Appreciation
2022-02-18 19:00 - 20:30
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.
