With the time for your local PTA election rapidly approaching, does the idea of forming a 'Nominating Committee' seem daunting to you?  New Mexico PTA wants to help put your mind at ease.  Join us on Monday, March 7th at 7:00pm for a webinar outlining the guidelines for composition, function, and responsibilities of your PTA's Nominating Committee.  Join us!

Nominating Committee Webinar

Mon, Mar 7, 2016 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM Mountain Standard Time
Please join my meeting from your computer, tablet or smartphone.
www.global.gotomeeting.com/join/760225725 You can also dial in using your phone.
United States : +1 (408) 650-3123
Access Code: 760-225-725

• VP for Membership has launched the 16 in '16 Membership Campaign which runs through March 30th.          Will your PTA be the one to win $160????  
• NMPTA Board of Directors met on February 5 and 6.  The following business items were addressed:
• Approval of a scholarship for 2 members from PTA schools in NM to attend the National PTA Convention in Orlando.  Look for the application in mid-March.
• A survey to all local PTA officers and principals regarding the Leadership packets that were sent out at the beginning of the school year via Survey Monkey (assistance provided by a volunteer at Mission: Graduate).
• Update and work on the NMPTA Strategic Plan.
• Professional Development on workshop presentations (presentation provided by a volunteer from APS Title I).
• Discussion of Univision's program Clave al Éxito (Key to Success) and how NMPTA can best utilize this tool for NM schools and PTAs.
• NMPTA Convention planning.
• Financial Officer continues to work with schools across the state in the areas of budget support, audits and IRS assistance.
• Education Chair has ongoing representation of NMPTA at the Hispanic Education Act Advisory Committee - Family Engagement sub-committee - to collaborate on recommendations the Advisory committee provides to the NM Public Education Dept.
• President attended Mission Graduate meetings for the High School network and the Summer Learning network.
• VP for Legislation worked with Senator Linda Lopez and Senator Pete Campos to introduce SB179 and SJM17.  The Memorial passed through Committee, but did not make it to the Senate floor for consideration.
• VP for Membership held two calls in February.  Are you taking advantage of networking with your peers on ways to increase membership?  Join the next call in March!

When bicyclists, motorcyclist or pedestrians are involved in a crash with automobiles, the damage to humans is significant and many times, fatal.   Unfortunately, many people tend to be unfamiliar with the rules of sharing the roadways. When alcohol is in the mix, traveling in any mode is extremely dangerous. This campaign utilizes a variety of media and video tools to reach cyclists, pedestrians, motorcyclists and especially motorists to emphasize how to safely share our roadways.

Through experts and real stories that have affected families, friends and communities, we see how visibility and predictability of motorists, motorcyclists, bicyclists and pedestrians can eliminate tragic outcomes and help us all be safer in getting to our destinations.

In addition to a half hour documentary, the project will include an additional half hour television special discussion program, several short videos and PSA's and a curriculum guide.

Produced by Emmy © Award winning, Christopher Productions, LLC in association with SafeTeen New Mexico; sponsors for the program include NM Dept. of Transportation, Bernalillo County Substance Abuse Prevention Programs, City of Albuquerque, State Farm Insurance and Bike ABQ.

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