COME TO THE TALENT SHOW!

Bedford High PTSA (PTA) will hold its annual talent show on Thursday, November 21, 2013, at 6:00 pm, in the Bedford High School Auditorium. Tickets are $5.00. Current BHS PTSA members get in free.

Note: The start time is different on the district calendar. The talent show will start at 6 pm instead of 7 pm.

 

Check back on Wednesday for a listing of all acts...

 

Parent Workshop Series

Parent workshop canceled for Saturday, November 16, 2013.

The next parent workshop is
Saturday, March 1, 2014, 9 am SE Library. Topic: Human Trafficking, Online Bullying - FBI speaker is anticipated.

HEALTHY NEWS FROM OHIO PTA

Ohio PTA HWS Monthly FYI

Today's PTA!

NBC Story about PTA

Dads make a difference in PTA

National PTA President Otha Thornton

 

Ohio PTA The News for October 2013

Ohio PTA The News for October 2013

OPTA HWS Committee October eNews

October Health, Welfare, and Safety Information

OPTA HWS Committee September eNews

September Health, Welfare, and Safety Info

Back2-School General Membership Meeting

The BHS PTSA (PTA) meeting is on Tuesday, Sept. 3, at the Southeast Branch Library, 70 Columbus Rd., Bedford. The meeting will last approximately 75 minutes. Please plan to attend and join us for a light dinner starting promptly at 7:00 pm.

OPTA HWS Committee August eNews

Health Welfare, and Safety Information

First African American President of Ohio PTA

 

ANNUAL NATIONAL PTA CONVENTION PRESS CLIPS: SATURDAY, JUNE 22, 2013



President-elect Matlock attended along with her daughter (Myiah) who won a scholarship to the NPTA Youth Summit. Secretary-elect Robinson attended, as well.

Matlock expressed excitement in attending NPTA Convention. "I had a very nice time at the conference this weekend.  It was very informative and I am ready and energized on starting 2013 school year.  My daughter is very excited also in regards to information received on bullying in school.  She is ready to get the information out to school members and officials. I am very happy that we attended!"

Robinson expressed similar sentiments, "I added to my knowledge base and look forward to sharing it with our local unit."

Check out the following:

WAPO: National PTA installing first African American male president
The National PTA is installing its first African American male and a veteran of the Iraq war as its president this weekend. Otha Thornton, a senior operations analyst with General Dynamics in Fort Stewart, Ga., and a retired U.S. Army lieutenant

WCPO Channel 9: Education Secretary Arne Duncan visits Cincinnati to push early childhood education, fight bullying

CINCINNATI - U.S. Secretary of Education Arne Duncan visited Greater Cincinnati Thursday to promote a major expansion of early childhood education and to fight bullying in schools.

KYPOST: PTA kicks off Cincinnati convention with town hall on bullying

This convention will offer a wide variety of high-quality workshops with valuable information, ideas and resources for PTA members to take back to their schools and communities. The Keynote Speaker is Erin Gruwell of the Freedom Writers Foundation.

NBCSPORTS: Goodell tells PTA the NFL is leading the way on sports safety

NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell went to a PTA meeting on Friday, and not to talk about programs at his kids' school. Goodell was a speaker at the national convention of the Parent Teacher Association this morning in Cincinnati, and he said he wants to

WAPO: NFL commissioner tells national PTA that league is taking lead on improving sports safety

CINCINNATI — The NFL commissioner said Friday that the league accepts and is taking a leadership role in improving sports safety at all levels. Roger Goodell spoke Friday morning to the National PTA convention

WSJ: NFL, National PTA Join Forces on Youth Health and Fitness

CINCINNATI, OH--(Marketwired - Jun 21, 2013) - The NFL and the National PTA today announced a partnership on youth health and fitness, launching nationwide this fall. The "Back to Sports" initiative will help PTA leaders across the country educate

Newark Advocate: Goodell: League leading way on safety

NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell, seen here during the 2013 draft, spoke to the National PTA convention Friday in Cincinnati, and urged its members to seek improved head-injury reporting and training in schools. / USA TODAY Sports

Cincy Jungle: NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell Speaks About Player Safety At Cincinnati ...

NFL commissioner Roger Goodell made a recent stop in Cincinnati to speak at a National PTA conference. He addressed the issue of player safety

Local 12 Cincinnati: NFL Commissioner Speaks At PTA Convention in Cincinnati

One thousand members of the National Parent Teacher Association are in Cincinnati for a big convention. Today, NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell spoke to them about a new initiative called 'Back to Sports'.

SYS-CON: NFL, National PTA Join Forces on Youth Health and Fitness
"Back to Sports Nights" will combine information on NFL PLAY 60 and safety resources for young athletes and their families, presented by local community and school leaders -- doctors, physical education teachers, nurses, and others. They will engage parents and students in how to create a culture of sports safety and wellness.

Cincinnati.COM: US education head, NFL commissioner here for national conference
Education Secretary Arne Duncan and National Football League Commissioner Roger Goodell will be Downtown today speaking at a nonprofit youth education advocacy group’s national conference.

ESPN: Roger Goodell: NFL preaches safety
CINCINNATI -- The NFL commissioner said Friday that the league accepts and is taking a leadership role in improving sports safety at all levels.

Cincinnati.COM: Town hall topic: School bullying

Bullying persists, the national PTA says, when parents neglect to talk with children about it; students don’t report it because they believe adult intervention will be ineffectual or may encourage more bullying; and teachers, counselors and principals view it as “a harmless rite of passage ... best left ignored

2013 Scholarship Winners

Still standing strong since 1940, Bedford High School PTSA (PTA) started its scholarship program in 2003 with one scholarship each year.

The annual November talent show in the past had been our only fund raiser until this year. Under the leadership of President Angela Mathews -- Bedford High School PTSA volunteered in the concession stands during the winter sports. This has enabled us to offer five $500 scholarships to the Class of 2013.

Congratulations to the following 2013 Bedford High School PTSA Scholarship winners!

 

Brandi Dean

Christian Hunter

Kyle Peterson

Hannah Schwab

and Steven Stewart

Ohio PTA The News

APRIL 2013 ISSUE

MAY 2013 ISSUE

2013-2014 PTSA Executive Board

Congratulations!

 

Paggie Matlock

President

 

Kelli Crayne
Vice President

 

Venezuela Robinson
Secretary

 Angela Mathews

Treasurer 
(Immediate Past President)

 

Ohio PTA The News - March 2013 Issue

Ohio PTA The News - March2013 Issue

Health, Welfare, and Safety

National Response to Address Children's
Exposure to Violence

Did you know that more than half of this nation's children - estimated at 43 million - will have their lives touched by violence, crime, abuse, and psychological trauma this year? It will happen in their homes, neighborhoods, schools, playgrounds or playing fields, locker rooms, place of worship, shelters, streets, or in juvenile detention centers. The U.S. Attorney General's Task Force on Children Exposed to Violence is a must read report for every parent, guardian, and/or community stakeholder.

To view the complete report:

Visit National PTA for additional resources:

USDA Release Proposed Rule on

"Competitive Foods' in School

Honor's PTA's Past & Future

Honor PTA's Past & Future This Founder's Day - February 17, 2013
Pictured Above: PTA founders Alice McLellan White Birney, Selena Sloan Butler, and Phoebe Apperson Hearst.	Greetings PTA Leaders, On a cold day in February 1897, over 2,000 men and women gathered in Washington, DC with a growing concern for the welfare of our nation’s children. From this meeting, PTA was born. For 116 years, PTA has provided families a voice to advocate on behalf of not only their own children, but for every child in the country, regardless of who they are or where they come from. Today’s PTA—over a century later—continues the timeless mission of making every child’s potential a reality by engaging and empowering families and communities to advocate for all children. This commitment and dedication has become the hallmark of PTA’s vast membership. How can we as Today’s PTA continue to honor the legacy of our founders? This February begin a tradition for your local unit or council by supporting the National PTA Endowment Fund. Through the Endowment Fund, we help to ensure that the work of PTA continues for generations to come. Your gift is a chance to honor our founders and to support the work of Today’s PTA throughout this nation, in U.S. territories, and on military bases around the world. Help honor not only our founders, but the generations of volunteers who have continued to make a difference through their devotion to PTA’s mission. We are Today’s PTA, let’s help ensure that PTA remains one clear, strong voice speaking for every child for all of tomorrow’s children! Your support is vital to our continued success. Sincerely, Laura Bay National PTA Secretary-Treasurer Chair, Endowment Fund Trustees Learn more about our founders and PTA’s rich heritage by visiting PTA.org.

Executive Board Positions and Job Descriptions

Click on this link and also read info in this post to learn about how PTAs operate.
PTA President's Guide - Job Descriptions and much more about PTA operations

Your PTA Board of Directors

Basic Board Responsibilities
Your board of directors is your core team. An effective board makes your role easier and ensures that your PTA will meet its goals for the year. In addition to the president, your PTA should have a vice president, a secretary, and a treasurer as part of its board. You also may have committee chairs on your board for membership, advocacy and legislation, and other roles as set in your bylaws.
Make sure each board member’s role matches his or her interests and abilities.
CHECKLISTBoard Success Checklist
Boards succeed when:

1. An orientation or kickoff meeting is held inviting all board members.
2. Board members have a good understanding of their specific roles and how to work together. Put it in writing for them and include job descriptions.
3. There is planned rotation. Boards grow stronger when they consistently recruit new members and leaders. Tip: Establish all positions with clear beginning and ending dates.
4. Established standing committees set goals and develop and implement action plans that benefit the association.
5. A process for self-evaluation is in place. The board should conduct an annual evaluation of all goals and actions taken by the association.
6. They establish a plan of work, including budget, for each activity or program.
7. There is meaningful two-way communication between all involved parties: the president and the board, the PTA and the school, and the PTA and its members.

Vice President
The vice president may be called upon at any time to temporarily assume the place of the president; therefore, he or she should study the president’s duties and responsibilities and be familiar with the work of the PTA. In the event of the president’s resignation, the vice president assumes all duties until the president’s position is filled in accordance with the bylaws.
The vice president is responsible for:

1. Performing specific duties as provided for in the bylaws
2. Assuming responsibility for duties designated by the president
3. Representing the president in his or her absence or upon request

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Secretary
The secretary is responsible for keeping an accurate record of the proceedings of association meetings. These records are the history of the PTA. Promptness, accuracy, and knowledge of PTA policies are key to this job. The secretary should be committed to helping the president conduct a businesslike meeting.
The secretary is responsible for:

1. Recording minutes of PTA meetings, with special attention given to motions (recorded exactly as stated) and action taken
2. Keeping secure official, permanent PTA records, including all originals of approved minutes
3. Maintaining a copy of current bylaws and standing rules, as well as the membership list

The secretary should have these items on hand at all meetings:

1. Minutes of the previous meeting
2. Copies of the previous treasurer’s report
3. List of unfinished business to be discussed
4. Agenda
5. Current bylaws and standing rules
6. Current membership list
7. List of committee chairs
8. Materials for note/minute taking

The secretary also may be given the responsibility of maintaining all PTA correspondence, including incoming and outgoing communications with members and notifications for all meetings. It is common for a local unit to designate these responsibilities to a corresponding secretary. Getting Your Year StartedPTA.org 2011–2012 PTA President’s Quick-Reference Guide | 13
Treasurer
The incoming treasurer should discuss with the former treasurer the status of current fundraising activities, what money is available to be spent versus what is owed, and the bylaws as they relate to the treasurer’s responsibilities.
The treasurer is responsible for:

1. Ensuring that the PTA’s financial records are reviewed according to the bylaws before assuming duties
2. Having three authorized signatures on file at the bank for financial transactions, including those of the president, treasurer, and one other officer as an alternate (no two check signers should be from the same household)
3. Obtaining two authorized signatures on every check
4. Collecting all money from persons delegated to collect or to raise funds during a local unit activity, and providing a written receipt for those funds
5. Depositing all money in the name of the local unit in a bank account approved by the board
6. Maintaining an accurate record of all receipts and disbursements
7. Obtaining authorization from the board before writing a check or spending money
8. Remitting, by check, all authorized bills and statements as prescribed in the bylaws
9. Submitting a written financial statement at each board meeting and at each general membership meeting
10. Chairing the Budget Committee and preparing the annual budget as prescribed in bylaws
11. Reporting income and expenses as compared with the budget
12. Preparing an annual report to be used to review PTA financial records

The PTA Money Matters Quick-Reference Guide, available at PTA.org/MoneyQRG, will help orient the treasurer to his or her main areas of responsibility.

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Officers Needed for the 2013-14 PTSA Executive Board

To all CURRENT Members and/or Potential-Future Members of Bedford High PTSA (PTA):

Pursuant to our bylaws, and as is the tradition of PTAs across America this time of year, the Bedford High PTSA Nominating Committee is now actively searching for individuals to fill officer positions for the 2013-2014 School Year in the following capacities: President, Vice President, Secretary and Treasurer.

Incoming 9^th grade parents are encouraged to participate, but must join the Bedford High PTSA prior to the March 5^th general membership meeting.

The nominating committee is charged with providing a slate of officers for the members’ consideration during the March 5^th unit meeting, which will be held, at the SE Library, at 7pm, which is listed on the school district calendar.

For more information about PTA positions, look on this blog for the job descriptions posting and link to National PTA information.

If you are interested in serving as a BHS PTSA (PTA) officer for the 2013-2014 school year, e-mail your name, position(s) of interest, and telephone number to bedfordhighptsa@gmail.com by or before Tuesday, February 26, 2013.

Thank you,

The Nominating Committee

Bedford High School PTSA

Ohio PTA "The News"

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PTA Leadership Training Opportunities!

Ohio PTA CONVENTION & LEADERSHIP CONFERENCE
APRIL 19 - 21, 2013
DOUBLETREE HOTEL
COLUMBUS

Convention and Leadership will be together!
Come be a part of the future of your state organization.
Learn best practices to a great PTA year!

PRELIMINARY PROGRAM   

Opportunity to advertise to show support

Slate for 2013-2015 Ohio PTA Board of Directors (coming soon)

Proposed Resolution (coming soon)

Proposed Bylaw Amendments (coming soon)

COMING SOON
ONLINE REGISTRATION!

OHIO PTA HOSTS NATIONAL PTA CONVENTION JUNE 2013

Ohio hosts the 2013 National PTA Convention in Cincinnati, June 20 - 23, 2013.
We need 150 volunteers to make this a success and show Ohio hospitality.

Please download the form below, fill it out and send in. Let us know you will be there.

VOLUNTEER FORM