Census 2020: Participation is Key!

Alachua County Council of PTA’s is proud to support the 2020 U.S. Census, and we hope you will plan to participate! What is the 2020 U.S. Census? The census is a “roll call,” or count of the U.S. population that happens every 10 years, providing a snapshot of population characteristics. Why is the Census important?Continue reading “Census 2020: Participation is Key!”

Action needed: School turnaround procedures and timetables

Immediate action is needed regarding the following information, distributed by Florida PTA.  These bills increase the already too high stakes placed on standardized tests in our state and have the potential to significantly impact the Alachua County school community. Two of our local schools (Hawthorne Middle/High and Terwilliger Elementary) were at risk of closure inContinue reading “Action needed: School turnaround procedures and timetables”

Supporting our Teachers, Supporting Our Children

Every child in Florida needs, and deserves, to be in a classroom with a highly qualified, professional, and dedicated teacher in order to reach their full potential. Legislation, budget, and other decisions made at the state level have had a negative impact on the teaching profession in recent years, which in turn impacts the learningContinue reading “Supporting our Teachers, Supporting Our Children”

Disability Resource Expo | Feb. 1

Saturday, Feb. 1 11 am – 3:30 pm Trinity United Methodist Church 400 NW 53rd Ave., Gainesville This free event is an opportunity for parents and professionals to connect with and discover the wonderful resources that Alachua County and the surrounding area has to offer its Community: those with learning disabilities, ADHD, developmental delays, physicalContinue reading “Disability Resource Expo | Feb. 1”