Membership

Membership

SPRING AWARD

Spring Membership Increase

Presented to each local PTA whose fall membership total for this year met or exceeded the membership total for the previous fall and who submitted dues and a membership roster for at least 25 additional members between the fall deadline (postmark by October 15) and the Spring deadline (postmark by March 15). No form to submit.

YEAR ROUND AWARDS

(Submit by March 15 please)

· Golden Apple Award
Presented to each local PTA that recruits 100% of school faculty. Texas PTA’s definition of faculty is: principals, assistant principals, teachers, counselors, and aides employed at the campus full time. Appropriate award form must be submitted.

· Individual Hero Award
Presented to any member who recruits 10 or more members. Appropriate award form must be submitted.

· Student Membership Achievement
Presented to each local PTA that recruits 25 or more student members. Appropriate award from must be submitted.

Any due dates falling on a holiday or weekend will be extended to the next business day.

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Did you know... Q: What are the Membership Service Awards? A: Life Membership & Extended Service Awards. Full description... ...from the Membership Chairman Handbook (page 25).