Join us for “EMBRACING UNITY THROUGH DIVERSITY AND IMPERFECTIONS”
Whether you are looking for ways to diversity your PTA’s leadership, increase interest in local PTA events, find n-hassle fundraising ideas or increase and diversity your membership the 2025 MA PTA Annual Meeting has opportunities for you to discover it all.
You will come to Annual Meeting knowing what you do at your school but you will leave thinking about the possibilities and opportunities for your school and PTA, as well as your own leadership abilities.
Workshops will deliver proven ways to:
- Communicate effectively with all stakeholders
- Engage and empower parents to support student success and overall well-being
- Advocate for the needs of every child in your school, community or state
- Develop partnerships that support growth and mission implementation
Keynote Session – jamele Adams, Director for Love, Inclusion & Trust, Scituate Public Schools
“Love how you love who you love” -JMA
Jamele is dedicated to inspiring others to “be L. I. T.” He believes that with “love – inclusion – trust” no one will be left out and our ability to come together amongst different beliefs is limitless. Jamele has gathered together community, educational, political, legal, religious, health and social welfare leaders to form “Freedom Teams” which not only insure an open dialogue, but also strengthen the fabric of a community. As Dean of Students at Brandeis University, Jamele was responsible for the quality of student life outside the classroom. He promotes opportunities for students to engage in leadership activities and to experience personal, social, and emotional growth and development. Jamele brings high energy and fierce dedication to fostering a community of diversity and unity.
Workshop Session – Advocating While Embracing Unity in a Diverse Community, Marina Youssef, MA PTA Advocacy Chair
Advocacy has never been more important than it is right now. Marina Youssef, MA PTA Advocacy Chair, presents how MA PTA and National PTA advocates for all our children and schools. Important topics she will cover include the following:
- Federal legislative priorities
- Working with state legislators and getting involved locally
- Importance of giving testimony
- What is going on right now in our school systems
