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Building Your Toolbox to PTA

Fall 2026 Statewide Training

Virtual, flexible, and free.

PTA training is for all members but most especially PTA leaders. All sessions are held via Zoom, allowing you to participate from anywhere.

Whether you’re a brand-new officer or a longtime member, there’s something for you:

PTA 101 (great for everyone!)
Role-specific officer training
National PTA program overviews—and more!

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GPS connects families with trusted experts and practical, research-based guidance to help navigate today’s challenges at every stage.

Les’s Top 3:

Empower THURSDAY, AUG. 27 at noon and 7 pm Dr. Michaeleen Doucleff in conversation with Hunter Clarke-Fields Dopamine Kids: Understand Addictive Triggers and Rewire Young Brain.
Engage WEDNESDAY*, SEPT. 30 at noon and 7 pm Dr. Nicholas Epley A Little More Social: How Small Choices Create Unexpected Happiness and Connection
Advocate WEDNESDAY, OCT. 7 at noon and 7 pm Dr. Katie Rose Pryal Your Kid Belongs Here: Insights on Parenting Neurodiverse Children

*In person at College of DuPage at noon and at Glenbard West in Glen Ellyn, IL at 7 PM

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SPOTLIGHT Save the Date: Saturday, April 24, 2027

Free. In Person. Statewide.

Spotlight is a joyful celebration of creativity, expression, and student voice. We created it for families to experience together. Centered around a vibrant art display, the event showcases K–12 students’ interpretations of the theme “What My Culture Means to Me” across five artistic mediums. Families are invited to explore the artwork, participate in hands-on workshops, and share in a meaningful moment as students are recognized alongside their peers and loved ones.

Location: Addison Trail High School

213 N Lombard Rd, Addison, IL 60101

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It's Thursday, Let's Talk

Illinois PTA Live: Federal Policy & Education: What You Need to Know — October 16!

Join us for an important conversation with Advance Illinois about federal policy developments shaping education — from funding and accountability to district-level decision-making.

Featuring Kelsey Bakken, Director of Policy at Advance Illinois

Gain actionable insights and understand what these federal shifts could mean for your local schools.
Thursday, October 16 – 7PM

Region Annual Meetings Coming Up…

Each year, Illinois PTA regions hold an annual meeting to conduct business in the region. The business will include either an election of the nominating committee members or an election of the director.

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