ECCC PTA Programs and Projects

Council Programs (Please check our calendar for Program and Project Schedules)
(Note: If the blue title is underlined then you can hyperlink to more information for that program or project)

President's Night - The ECCC PTA participates in welcoming and supporting the New Local Unit PTA Presidents at the beginning of the year with an evening of information, fun and refreshments.

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Officers' & Priority Committee Training/Priority Fair and General Meeting - The year is started off with a Priority Fair to promote, support, and encourage the local units in their respective committee positions.

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President's Brunch

TOTY & Principals Appreciation Brunch & General Meeting - The ECCC PTA Council enjoys celebrating the excellent work performed by our teachers and principals within the school system. Each year a teacher is chosen for their respected work and admiration within the school body by their peers. It is an honor to recognize each talented teacher and the principals involved within each of our schools.

End of the Year General Meeting (Outstanding Programs & the MH Scholarship Presentation) - Each year ends in a training session for the new incoming officers whether they are new or returning. The group shares its successes to promote PTA Goals and encourage changes for the upcoming year.

Reflections - This is a National PTA Program that began in 1969. It recognizes cultural arts talents of students, in areas of literature, musical composition, visual arts, photography, video/film production and dance choreography. The 2007-2008 Reflections Program theme is "I can make a difference by..." The theme is selected from student suggestions. The entries are judged at Local, Council, State, and National levels. The Council level finalists are recognized at a special reception held in January.

Officers' Training/School of Information - ECCC PTA sponsors a training session for new and returning incoming officers. Make plans to attend this event to obtain valuable information for the upcoming year.

Council Projects

Consequences of Crimes - This is an educational field trip to the Cobb County Work Release Center, which was developed by Past ECCC PTA President, Margie Hatfield. Students from the 5th, 7th, 8th, and high school visit the jail on an assigned date to discuss the Consequences of Crime. They spend two-hours focusing on shoplifting, smoking, alcohol/drugs, or drinking and driving. For more information on this project, contact CofC@ecccpta.org.

Honoring Our Heroes - This is an essay project complimenting the school district's character education initiative. Students write about real life heroes who made a difference in their lives. Created in 1996 by Past Council President Lillian Lurye, it grew to one of our most inspirational and rewarding endeavors. ECCC PTA recognizes winning essayists and their heroes at a reception held in March each year.

Margie Hatfield Scholarship - A committee from ECCC PTA picks one senior from each ECCC PTA high school (six scholarships total) based on community service, leadership and grades. The inspiration for the Margie Hatfield scholarship began in 1990 with the work performed by Ms. Hatfield in reference to the welfare and education of young people.

Sister School Project - Our PTA council supports all its area schools. This is an opportunity for areas that have advantages in regards to finances and time to assist other area schools that struggle with either or both. We make an effort to provide extra assistance with school and family needs where possible. We encourage all schools to assist our sister schools showing we do truly support every child, one voice!

Teen Job/Volunteer Fair - This event is open to "work eligible" high school students. This is an opportunity to find out what jobs are available for the summer plus volunteer opportunities in the community. Definitely let the students know about this event so they can make plans to attend!



Home Calendar Current News Committee Chairs Council's Cluster Areas ECCC Connections (newsletter) Membership Benefits Newsletter Request Idea Bank Programs & Projects PTA/Council History	Council Programs (Please check our calendar for Program and Project Schedules) (Note: If the blue title is underlined then you can hyperlink to more information for that program or project) *President's Night* - The ECCC PTA participates in welcoming and supporting the New Local Unit PTA Presidents at the beginning of the year with an evening of information, fun and refreshments. Click here to view pictures *Officers' & Priority Committee Training/Priority Fair and General Meeting -* The year is started off with a Priority Fair to promote, support, and encourage the local units in their respective committee positions. Click here to view pictures President's Brunch TOTY & Principals Appreciation Brunch & General Meeting - The ECCC PTA Council enjoys celebrating the excellent work performed by our teachers and principals within the school system. Each year a teacher is chosen for their respected work and admiration within the school body by their peers. It is an honor to recognize each talented teacher and the principals involved within each of our schools. *End of the Year General Meeting* (Outstanding Programs & the MH Scholarship Presentation) - Each year ends in a training session for the new incoming officers whether they are new or returning. The group shares its successes to promote PTA Goals and encourage changes for the upcoming year. *Reflections* - This is a National PTA Program that began in 1969. It recognizes cultural arts talents of students, in areas of literature, musical composition, visual arts, photography, video/film production and dance choreography. The 2007-2008 Reflections Program theme is "I can make a difference by..." The theme is selected from student suggestions. The entries are judged at Local, Council, State, and National levels. The Council level finalists are recognized at a special reception held in January. Officers' Training/School of Information - ECCC PTA sponsors a training session for new and returning incoming officers. Make plans to attend this event to obtain valuable information for the upcoming year. Council Projects Consequences of Crimes - This is an educational field trip to the Cobb County Work Release Center, which was developed by Past ECCC PTA President, Margie Hatfield. Students from the 5th, 7th, 8th, and high school visit the jail on an assigned date to discuss the Consequences of Crime. They spend two-hours focusing on shoplifting, smoking, alcohol/drugs, or drinking and driving. For more information on this project, contact CofC@ecccpta.org. Honoring Our Heroes - This is an essay project complimenting the school district's character education initiative. Students write about real life heroes who made a difference in their lives. Created in 1996 by Past Council President Lillian Lurye, it grew to one of our most inspirational and rewarding endeavors. ECCC PTA recognizes winning essayists and their heroes at a reception held in March each year. Margie Hatfield Scholarship - A committee from ECCC PTA picks one senior from each ECCC PTA high school (six scholarships total) based on community service, leadership and grades. The inspiration for the Margie Hatfield scholarship began in 1990 with the work performed by Ms. Hatfield in reference to the welfare and education of young people. Sister School Project - Our PTA council supports all its area schools. This is an opportunity for areas that have advantages in regards to finances and time to assist other area schools that struggle with either or both. We make an effort to provide extra assistance with school and family needs where possible. We encourage all schools to assist our sister schools showing we do truly support every child, one voice! Teen Job/Volunteer Fair - This event is open to "work eligible" high school students. This is an opportunity to find out what jobs are available for the summer plus volunteer opportunities in the community. Definitely let the students know about this event so they can make plans to attend!
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