PTA is the oldest and largest volunteer child advocacy association in the United States, and advocacy is at the core of the PTA mission to make every child's potential a reality. While state and federal advocacy efforts garner much attention, so often the most meaningful advocacy happens in small and large PTA communities all around Texas.

Allen ISD Council of PTAs is proud to receive the 2025 - 2026 Texas PTA Outstanding Council Advocacy Impact Award in recognition of their advocacy efforts.

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Review Texas PTA's and National PTA's

Legislative Positions, Resolutions and Legislative Priorities. 

View Texas PTA's most recent Under the Dome newsletter. 

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Advocate in 30 Minutes or Less!

It’s easy to advocate for public education! How much time do you have?

Est. Time What You Can Do

1 minute Leave a phone message.

5 minutes Make a phone call.

5 minutes Write a postcard.

10 minutes Send an email to all the people you know who have email.

30 minutes Write a letter to the editor of the PTA newsletter.

30 minutes Write and email a letter to the editor of the local paper.

30 minutes Write and email a press release to the local newspaper.

30 minutes Meet with your legislator (plus travel time).

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Rally Day 2027

Experience the Capitol. Understand the Process.

Every other year, Rally Day brings PTA members from across Texas together in Austin. It’s a powerful, once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to visit the Capitol alongside hundreds of fellow PTA leaders and members, learn about the legislative process firsthand, and build meaningful connections with lawmakers who shape education policy.

Rally Day is about showing up, learning together, and ensuring that families remain an integral part of the Texas education conversation. 

Stay tuned for more information on Rally Day 2027, February 22, 2027.

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PTA Votes

Visit txpta.org/pta-votes for the full Online Toolkit, voter registration and polling location links, and other nonpartisan resources to help your PTA run a great get-out-the-vote effort.

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Voter to-do list

• Check your voter registration status - https://apps2.collincountytx.gov/ElectionsPublic/VoterRegSearch
• Register to vote in Collin County - https://www.collincountytx.gov/Elections/voter-registration-information
• Enter your address to see which state and federal elected officials represent you - https://wrm.capitol.texas.gov/home
• Vote at any Collin County polling location - https://www.collincountytx.gov/Elections/election-information
• List of accepted voter IDs - https://www.lwvtexas.org/content.aspx?page_id=22&club_id=979482&module_id=483871#gsc.tab=0

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Contacting Your Elected Officials

Advocacy begins with making your voice heard. Whether you choose to write, email, or call your elected officials, clear and respectful communication can make a meaningful impact.

• Keep Your Message Focused: Address one bill, issue, or concern per letter or email. A concise message is more likely to be read and understood.
• Introduce Yourself: Include your name and, if applicable, the organization you represent.
• State Your Purpose Early: Begin with a brief introduction, then clearly explain the issue or concern you are addressing.
• Make It Local: Help legislators understand how the issue affects their constituents. Share specific examples of how proposed legislation may impact students, educators, schools, or families within their district.
• Provide Contact Information: Include your phone number, email address, and any other relevant contact information. Let the legislator know you are available to answer questions or provide additional information if needed.
• Follow Up: Consider noting that you will follow up with a phone call to discuss the issue further.
• Use the Correct Title: Address your correspondence appropriately, using titles such as Senator or Representative, and specify whether they serve in the U.S. Senate, U.S. House of Representatives, Texas Senate, or Texas House of Representatives.

Tips for Email Communication

When sending an email, be sure to:

• Use a professional and respectful tone.
• Avoid informal language, abbreviations, or slang.
• Include your full name, address, and ZIP code so the legislator can verify that you are a constituent.

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 Suggested duties for Legislative/Advocacy Chairs:

• Identify policy issues of interest to your PTA membership and monitor through local and national media, school district policies, school board meetings, and PTA resources.
• Advocate for policies aligned with Texas PTA's Legislative Priorities.
• Present legislative reports at all membership and board meetings.
• Provide members with contact information for elected officials, while sharing action alerts and encouraging participation.
• Meet with elected officials.
• Network with PTA Advocacy Leaders in your community to collaborate on common goals.
• Promote and participate in Texas PTA’s bi-annual Rally Day and Straight Talk events.

Resources and Training:

Texas PTA

• Texas PTA Advocacy Homepage
• Advocacy Virtual Training
• Advocacy Resource Guide
• Advocacy Tool Kit
• Advocacy Impact Awards

National PTA

• Advocacy page