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Programs & Resources

ACPTA helps strengthen local PTAs, develop leadership potential, and promote PTA membership.

Our Programs

We work towards advancing the goals, programs, and initiatives of National and Texas PTAs.

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We provide support for AISD Vertical Teams, advice and guidance for local PTAs, and funds and materials for engaging families at schools.

School Bus & Children
Technology Class

Mini-grants

Our mini-grant program supports and empowers campus PTAs with small budgets and big ideas. 

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Reflections

The Reflections program provides opportunities for recognition and access to the arts which boost student confidence and success in the arts and in life.

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Advocacy

Stay on top of what’s happening in public education​

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Support for Vertical Teams

Aligned with high schools, vertical teams enable collaboration that strengthens teamwork across the district

More Support for You

We've got more for you! Here are some helpful information and material resources to set you up for success.

Getting Started

Download the PTA Quick Start Guide today!

Local PTA Board Essentials

  • Download the National PTA's Board Basics to bring your board quickly up-to-speed.

  • It's important to have insurance coverage -- see details here.

Resources to Reserve

ACPTA has resources for your events! Coolers, canopies, carnival games... Speakers, Square terminals, a Sno Kone machine... Check out this form to see what we've got and request materials. 

Education
& Training

  • Make sure you're subscribed to our newsletter for guidance about what your PTA should be doing now.

  • Check out Texas PTA's library of resources for local PTA leaders.

Texas PTA 

Visit Texas PTA's website here.

National PTA

Visit National PTA's website here.

ACPTA Membership

Your investment in the Austin Council of PTAs each year allows ACPTA to host important local PTA training events, and programs, host a district-level Arts Reflection contest, and more.

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Per Council Bylaws, regular meetings of the Austin Council of PTAs are open to the members of all local PTAs and PTSAs holding membership in the Council PTA.

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Your membership dues to join the Austin Council of PTAs are $50 annually and are fiscal year based. Our fiscal year begins July 1. Council membership dues are due by the first delegate meeting of the year and will cover the annual fiscal year within which the dues are paid.

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*Dues must be paid in order for locals to participate in Council PTA Programs such as Reflections.

School Supplies

Join the ACPTA today

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