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10/30/2026

As the school year kicks into high gear, our family calendars seem to be filling up faster than ever.

Drop your best routines, tips, or funny "busy season" stories below!

10/29/2026

🍂📚 Fall into a good book—and a meaningful conversation! Swipe for stories that celebrate belonging, kindness, and different perspectives.

🔗 Explore the full NYS PTA DEI Reading List:

https://nyspta.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Toolkit-Diversity-Equity-Inclusion-Reading-List.pdf

Which book will your family read first? 💙

10/28/2026

🍂 Belonging starts with thoughtful planning! Keep these fall observances and inclusion tips in mind so every child and family feels welcome. 💙

10/26/2026

We know every unit is in a different place with Reflections. Some of you are just starting, some are in the middle, some are wrapping up, and some have been waiting for this email to get going. Wherever you are, this guide will help you get to the finish line.

Links in comment section below!

10/23/2026

As the school year kicks into high gear, our family calendars seem to be filling up faster than ever.

Drop your best routines, tips, or funny "busy season" stories below!

10/19/2026

💜📚 October is Dyslexia Awareness Month! 📚💜

Hello Nassau Region PTA Families, Educators, and Leaders!

Did you know that roughly 1 in 5 students struggle with dyslexia? Dyslexia is a language-based learning difference that affects reading, spelling, and writing. However, it has absolutely nothing to do with a child's intelligence! In fact, students with dyslexia are often incredibly creative, out-of-the-box thinkers, and excellent problem solvers.

As a PTA community, our goal is to turn awareness into action. By advocating for early screenings, structured literacy, and evidence-based instruction, we can ensure every child across Nassau County learns to read with confidence.

🧠 Spotting the Signs: What to Look For

Dyslexia looks different at every age, but common signs can include:

• Difficulty learning or spelling simple, everyday words

• Trouble reading with natural fluidity or fluency

• Avoiding reading out loud or skipping reading activities whenever possible

• Mispronouncing familiar words or having trouble finding the right word

🛠️ How You Can Support as a Local Unit or Family:

1. Explore the "Science of Reading": Talk with your school's administrators about their current multi-sensory, phonics-based reading approaches.

2. Normalize the Conversation: Check out a dyslexia-friendly book list from your local library, or display stories that highlight neurodivergent heroes to remove the stigma.

3. Connect with Resources: Visit the New York State PTA Special Education Page to find toolkits, family workshops, and advocacy guidelines tailored to supporting students with disabilities and learning differences.

Let's work together to make our Long Island classrooms places where every unique brain is celebrated and supported!

💬 Does your student or school have a dyslexia success story or an awesome strategy to share? Drop it in the comments below to uplift our community! 👇

10/08/2026

What an incredible night! ✨

We want to hear from you, Nassau Region PTA family!

Whether it was an inspiring speaker, a helpful workshop, or just connecting with fellow PTA leaders, we want to know: What did you love most about last night's conference? 👇 Drop it in the comments!

📸 Show us your experience! Drop your favorite photos from last night in the comments below—we want to see your smiles, your teams, and your favorite moments.

Thank you all for your incredible dedication to our children and community. Let’s keep the energy going! 👇❤️

10/07/2026

The Nassau Region PTA team is thrilled to welcome everyone to tonight's event! 🍁✨

Today is the day! We can’t wait to see our dedicated PTA members, leaders, and volunteers come together to "Fall Into Leadership" at the Nassau Region PTAs Fall Conference.

Whether you are looking to sharpen your skills, connect with fellow advocates, or bring fresh ideas back to your school community, tonight's workshops have something for everyone.

Here are the key details for this evening:

• Time: 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM

• Location: Farmingdale High School (150 Lincoln Street, Farmingdale, NY 11735)

We have an incredible lineup of workshops specifically tailored for:

• Presidents & Treasurers
• Membership Chairs
• Reflections Chairs
• Youth Wellness - Su***de Prevention
• PARP Chairs
• Overview of PTA Awards

It's not too late to head on down, participate, and make a difference for our kids. See you all very soon! 🙌

09/29/2026

🎨 Unleash Your Creativity: PTA Reflections 2026–2027! 🎨

Calling all Nassau Region PTA families, students, and chairs! The National PTA Reflections program is officially underway, and we can’t wait to see how our students express themselves.

This year's Reflections theme is: What My Culture Means to Me. 🌍✨

Whether it's through dance, film, literature, music, photography, or visual arts, we want to see your unique story!

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⏳ Nassau Region Submission Deadline
Mark your calendars! The deadline to submit for Nassau Region is Tuesday, December 1, 2026, promptly at 8:00 PM.

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💡 Need Help or Inspiration? Attend a Reflections Workshop!

We are hosting upcoming workshops to help PTA chairs, parents, and students navigate the program, learn the rules, and brainstorm ideas.
Upcoming Sessions:

* Wednesday, October 7, 2026
* 📍 In person at the Nassau Region Fall Conference
* 🎟️ Register Here for Oct 7 Conference https://www.givebacks.com/causes/4d8b17dd-2a48-463f-b58e-ec870c376d21/events/26e9072299d3a6

* Tuesday, November 17, 2026 at 7:30 PM
* 💻 Via Zoom
* 🎟️ Register Here for Nov 17 https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeMNsEmLFM3l0OExvXXqaoDTKkSZ8EgRUmQyDuFz8FtkNrPxA/viewform?usp=publish-editor

Let’s make this the most expressive year yet. Share this post with your local units and school communities!

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http://www.nassaupta.org/

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