PTA Advocacy

PTA has a proud history of advocating for all children in Texas starting in 1909. Today, while our ways of communication have evolved and our issues are different, parents showing up where decisions are made still has an impact on our decision makers.

 

District consolidation

AISD is planning to consolidate district resources, which means schools may be closed or programs may be moved to other schools. SVE is facing losing our dual-language program. Read more about this and take action.

 

License plate cameras in Sunset Valley

Be aware of the license plate cameras surrounding the city and how they can be used by state and federal law enforcement.

 

Austin ISD Legislative Priorities for the (2025) 89th Legislature

Texas PTA Advocacy Resources

We all have the right to communicate with our local, state & national Representatives. Click to find out Who Represents me? Here are some links for resources and quick Actions you can take today!

  • Action: Please share a 30 second testimony or story (on social media) about why you love your Texas public schools with the #TYTXPubEd hashtag and be sure to tag Texas PTA and your school district.
  • Resource: Past 88th Legislative Priorities
  • Action: Call or send a letter to your Representative telling them what you love about SVE!

National PTA Advocacy Resources