Friends,

I know today is hard. I know, as parents, today is the deadline to make a decision about your child's immediate educational future. I know this decision comes as a heavy burden to many and brings so many more questions than answers. I know you are hoping you are doing the right thing for your family, all the while recognizing that the decision-making won't relieve the worry. 

I know, as staff members, today's outcome may determine whether you will be required to teach in-person or via distance learning. I know you miss your students and want to see them all, but I also know safety is a big, relevant concern.  I know you have questions, so many more questions than answers.

And here I am touching base, connecting and asking you to be the light in the dark and lead your community. Do you feel like a toddler, shouting "I don't wanna!" while stomping your feet?  I get it. I hear you. I understand. I know it's daunting. And still, I am asking you to lead.

*cue Hamilton*

This year will not be easy - we all know this. It will require adjustments on all our parts, it will require thinking outside the box and it will require patience. So much patience. But I believe in you and your capacity to make a difference. Your leadership in the PTA is the link between families and schools. 

What are the needs of your community right now? WHO might you be fundraising for this year and WHY? How can the PTA best assist while maintaining the integrity of the mission? Can PTA membership be the connection between Hybrid and Distance Learning families? Think about what your personal PTA story is and why you got involved in the first place. WHAT IS YOUR WHY?  Work with your board to answer these questions and build your membership drive, goals and plan from there.

Luckily, in all of this, you are not alone. Your District Board is here to help - every step of the way. Virginia PTA is also here to help.  Have you attended any SLTs yet? You can find the completed webinar slides here. Virginia PTA is also developing guidance on how to manage your PTA in a virtual setting this year. We've got your back and will be sending information out soon. 

Let's talk finances - you still need to complete a Financial Review from the 2019-2020 school year. If you have not done so already, please begin looking into this. You can find guidance and more information here. 

Housekeeping Items:

• President Virtual Meets with your District Officers
  • TONIGHT! Come as you are - 7pm
  • We've extended the invitation to our PTO Presidents in the county as well - we are all in this together!
  • Slides from last month's call regarding Budgets In The New Normal 
  • If you need to login information, email HuntDD@VAPTA.org 

• Good Standing Checklist Reminders
  • UPDATE Officer Contact Information for 2020/2021 (even if you are in the same position) 
    • Please read this information carefully
    • If your PTA/PTSA is opting to hold elections in the Fall, you will submit your updated contact information then
  • Updated Membership Lists and Outstanding $DUES$
    •  Membership submission forms can be found here. 

• Like us on Facebook and Instagram to stay up-to-date!
  • Will you help us reach 1K followers on FB?
  • Share with your incoming officers and families 
  • Don't forget about the Hunt District Leaders group on FB!

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Hunt District Planning Calendar: August