Utah PTA

Utah PTA Pulse Podcast

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Empowering Parents, Teachers, and Communities to Make Every Child's Potential a Reality Join us for the Utah PTA Pulse Podcast, where we dive deep into the issues that matter most to parents, teachers, and the entire community. We believe that every child deserves the opportunity to reach their full potential, and we're here to provide the tools, resources, and inspiration to make that a reality. Our podcast covers a wide range of topics designed to empower and engage. Hear from experts, PTA leaders, and community members as they share their insights on everything from educational equity to fo...

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Unleashing Creativity: Exploring the Utah PTA Reflections Program 10.10.2024 55:44

Episode Notes: This episode dives into the amazing Utah PTA Reflections program, a national art competition for students. Hosts: Mike Williams, Director of Communications, Utah PTA Angelee Aedo, Family Life Commissioner, Utah PTA Cammy Whitchurch, Community Engagement Commissioner, Utah PTA Guest: Rebecca Pitts, Utah PTA Reflections Specialist Discussion Points: What is Reflections? (01:23) An art...

Navigating the Council President Role: Insights from Utah PTA Leaders 03.10.2024 52:11

In this episode of the Utah PTA Pulse Podcast, hosts Mike Williams, Angelee Aedo, and Cammy Whitchurch dive deep into the role of council presidents. They discuss the challenges and rewards of leading a group of local PTAs and share their experiences in different school districts. Key topics covered include: Council structure: The variety of council structures across Utah, including single-school,...

Demystifying Good Standing: Why Your PTA Needs It (and How to Maintain It!) 26.09.2024 42:04

In this episode of the Utah PTA Pulse Podcast, Mike Williams, Director of Communications, chats with Angelee Aedo, Family Life Commissioner, and Cammy Whitchurch, Community Engagement Commissioner, about the often-mysterious concept of "good standing" for PTAs. They delve into: Why good standing matters: It's not just about following rules, but also about protecting your PTA's non-profit status an...

Getting to Know Your Utah PTA Hosts 19.09.2024 29:29

In this episode of the Utah PTA Pulse Podcast, hosts Mike, Angelee, and Cammy share personal stories and insights about their involvement in PTA. They discuss their journeys from local PTA leadership to their current roles as Utah State PTA Board Members

Advocacy Conference: Empowering Parents and Communities 12.09.2024 21:40

This episode of the Utah PTA Pulse Podcast discusses the upcoming Advocacy Conference, scheduled for September 27, 2024. The conference aims to empower parents and community members to advocate for children's education and well-being. Key Points: Who should attend: The conference is open to all PTA members and community members interested in education advocacy. Local PTA presidents are particularl...

Back to School and How PTA can help 09.09.2024 38:17

This episode discusses the beginning of the school year and the role of PTAs (Parent Teacher Associations). Here are the key points: School's Back (and Maybe a Little Early) : The conversation starts with the hosts acknowledging the school year has begun and expressing mixed feelings about the earlier start dates. PTA Membership : A significant portion of the episode focuses on the importance of P...

Utah PTA Pulse Podcast: Decoding my529 Plans 01.09.2024 32:57

Tune in to the Utah PTA Pulse Podcast for an informative discussion on 529 plans! Our hosts, Cammy, Angelee, and Mike, from the Utah PTA, will be joined by Richard, Executive Director at my529, to answer all your questions about this popular college savings tool. We'll cover topics like: What is a 529 plan? Who can open an account? Do I have to be a Utah resident? How many accounts can I open? Can...