ISLAND TREES PTSA

NEW YORK STATE PTA MISSION STATEMENT

The New York State Congress of Parents and Teachers, Inc (NYS PTA) recognizes that every child deserves excellence in education and in quality of life.  NYS PTA will maintain its commitment and service to all children and to its diverse membership through increased parent and community awareness, advocacy, education and involvement.

NEW YORK STATE PTA'S BELIEFS

• Every Child deserves to have his/her basic needs met.
• Every child deserves an education designed to meet the child's needs.
• Public education is the appropriate forum to prepare children for participation in democratic society.
• Every child deserves our continued commitment to advocacy.
• PTA will take the lead in parent involvement by training parents to be partners in education.
• PTA will take the lead in promoting the value of parent involvement with community and educational partners.
• We are responsible for identifying, and meeting the needs of our diverse membership.
• Educators are an integral part of our organization.
• Education and leadership training and self-evaluation are essential at all levels.
• Programs and materials should be provided to enhance parenting skills. 
• Challenging oneself leads to growth.