Texas PTA is proud to continue building upon our long-standing legacy of advocating to make every child’s potential a reality within the following pillars: Supporting Student Success, Health and Safety, Meaningful Assessment and Accountability, and Strengthening Public Schools.
Public School Funding System
Pursue legislation that increases the basic allotment and funds public education based on enrollment versus attendance.
Read Fund the Future Fact Sheet
Vouchers
Oppose legislation that authorizes state funds to be used to pay for private school tuition and related costs.
Read Vouchers: Debunk the Myths Fact Sheet
Teacher and Staff Shortage and Retention
Pursue legislation that addresses teacher and staff shortages and improves retention.
Read Educators are Worth It Fact Sheet
Student Mental Health
Pursue mental health legislation, including systems to identify students in need of intervention, and programs and services designed to help keep students mentally strong and prepared to cope with personal challenges.
Read Student Mental Wellness Fact Sheet
A-F Accountability System
Pursue legislation impacting the state’s A-F system. Advocate for an accountability system that more broadly reviews school performance and includes a family engagement component.
Read Beyond the STAAR Fact Sheet
It’s time to vote! Need to know which offices impact public schools? Check out the Educators Vote and begin your journey to vote with public schools in mind.
Unleash Your Creative Potential
If students are interested in participating in this year’s Reflections, come by room W204 to get an entry form and rules sheet.
Timeline
- Official Entries Due: October 10th
- Reflections Week: October 17th -21st
- Judging: October 19th
Arts Categories
- Dance
- Film Production
- Literature
- Music Composition
- Photography
- Visual Arts
MHS PTSA is pleased to co-sponsor a Personal Defense Seminar with Flower Mound Taekwondo.
- When: Monday September 26th 5-6
- Where: 2240 Morriss Rd #120, Flower Mound, TX 75028
- Registration: Open to all ages; $20 per person