Indiana PTA

10/08/2026

We're thrilled to offer a new Youth-Led Service Grant to support middle/high school PTA/PTSAs with $5,000 to empower youth leaders. 🎉 Applications will close at 11:59 p.m. PT, Oct. 19. Visit PTA.org/Grants to learn more about the application requirements and apply!

10/07/2026

Notes from the Backpack is back!

We’re talking kindness, resilience, and a whole lot of heart in our latest podcast!

In today's episode, we’re joined by the incredible Ms Chang Gifted—teacher, author, and creator who has inspired a community of 3.5+ million followers across social media! ❤️

From hilarious moments to honest life lessons, she shares what she’s learned about showing up, lifting others up, and making a difference one small act of kindness at a time. WATCH AND LISTEN NOW!
https://bit.ly/4jsXq5d

10/05/2026

PTA School of Excellence helps local PTAs create meaningful change through family engagement — and celebrates their efforts with national recognition.

Whether you set small goals or aim for large-scale impact, this program meets you where you are and helps you grow. Answer a few questions to enroll and get started with step-by-step support and turn-key tools.

👉 But don’t wait — Visit PTA.org/Excellence to complete your enrollment before the deadline on Thursday, Oct. 15 at 11:59 p.m. PST.

10/04/2026

10/02/2026

From our friends at ICPE.

Indiana Coalition for Public Education 2026 School Funding Survey Summary & Results Indiana Coalition for Public Education’s second annual School Funding Survey reveals the escalating crisis facing public schools across the state. Of the state’s 290 traditional public school corporations, 49.7% ...

10/02/2026

Happy National Custodian Day!

Our custodians keep schools clean, safe, and ready to learn every single day often without ever getting the spotlight. Today, we're giving them the thanks they deserve.

To every custodian who keeps the halls shining and the classrooms ready, thank you for everything you do. 🐾

09/30/2026

Celebrating September PTA Anniversaries!

September was a month full of PTA milestones, and we are excited to celebrate all of the PTAs who marked an anniversary this month!

Every year represents countless hours of volunteers coming together to support students, families, schools, and communities. We are so grateful for the dedication and impact these PTAs have made throughout the years.

Happy Anniversary to all of our September PTAs! We are proud to celebrate your history and all that you continue to do for the children and families you serve.

Here’s to many more years of PTA!

09/30/2026

Does your PTA/PTSA serve students in Middle School or HIgh School?

Check out the National PTA grant opportunities and apply for a grant by October 13 at 11:59 pm Pacific Time!

National PTA offers awards or grants to honor or support PTAs. Grant-funded program opportunities available. We provide the blueprint, you plan the local program. Use our flexible funding to meet your local needs. All PTAs in good standing are welcome to submit an application for the grant opportuni...

09/30/2026

Today is the LAST DAY to submit your Sweet Teacher Shoutout! 💛

We asked you to fill Facebook with gratitude and celebrate the incredible teachers making a difference in our schools—and you DELIVERED.

We’ve been so touched by the outpouring of love, appreciation, and heartfelt stories celebrating the exceptional teachers who show up every day to inspire, encourage, and make a difference for their students.

Through Sweet Teacher Shoutouts, up to 30 PTAs will have the opportunity to receive $1,250 from National PTA to celebrate an exceptional teacher. 🎉

If you haven’t shared your shoutout yet, there’s still time! Everything you need to know is here: https://tinyurl.com/yvxc8fcu

09/30/2026

Every two years, National PTA establishes its national public policy priorities, focusing on the issues that matter most to students and schools, families, and communities across America. These public policy priorities then guide our association's policy, advocacy, and government affairs work to ens...