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SCR008 | Concurrent Resolution Promoting Kindness in Utah

Description
General Description: 

This resolution expresses recognition of, and support for, kindness throughout the state of Utah.

Highlighted Provisions: 

Emphasizes the importance of kindness in Utah; recognizes Utah citizen's inherent proclivity to be kind to their fellow citizens; and urges continued support for proactive acts of kindness to foster a healthier society

Bill Details
Bill Number: 
SCR008
Year: 
2023
Status: 
Governor Signed
Last Action: 
Mar 14, 2023
Sponsor
Senator
Curtis S. Bramble
Republican - District 24
Fiscal Note
Fiscal Note Amount: 
$0
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Utah PTA Response
Utah PTA Position
Support
Utah PTA Resolution: 
IND 2022-1 | Character Development Through Civics Education
Impact on Children: 

This resolution encourages kindness through family and community acts of service

Commission: 
Individual Development
Utah PTA Public Policy Program
National PTA and Utah PTA Resolutions: 

That Utah PTA and its constituent associations promote character development through civic education and the development of civic disposition by encouraging families to provide opportunities for students to discuss current events and civic issues in their home, participate in service and community outreach projects, and to engage civilly and respectfully in the community

HB0163 | Protecting Student Religious and Moral Beliefs Regarding Athletic Uniform Requirements

Description
General Description: 

This bill addresses requirements for uniforms worn while participating in certain school athletic activities.

Highlighted Provisions: 

Provides that certain associations and educational organizations may not prohibit a student athlete from wearing religious clothing, or other clothing consistent with the student athlete's beliefs, while participating in an athletic activity

Bill Details
Bill Number: 
HB0163
Year: 
2023
Status: 
Governor Signed
Last Action: 
Mar 14, 2023
Sponsor
Representative
Candice B. Pierucci
Republican - District 49
Fiscal Note
Fiscal Note Amount: 
$0
None
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Utah PTA Response
Utah PTA Position
Support
Utah PTA Resolution: 
FAM 2022-2 | Support for Newcomer and Refugee Students and Families
Impact on Children: 

Uniform requirements would not be allowed to prohibit participants from wearing religious clothing on or under the uniform. Students would also be allowed to wear clothing on or under the uniform to cover or conceal body parts they would not like exposed for moral reasons

Commission: 
Individual Development
Utah PTA Public Policy Program
National PTA and Utah PTA Resolutions: 

That Utah PTA and its constituent associations call on state, district and local leaders to uphold the value of diversity and multiculturalism as an asset to our state, our communities and our classrooms by seeking out ways to welcome and support refugee students and families to integrate as part of our school community;

Utah PTA Legislative Priorities: 

3. FAMILY ENGAGEMENT. Support policies which will increase family and community engagement and promote local positive parental involvement across the state of Utah.

HB0179S02 | Founders and Constitution Recognition

Description
General Description: 

This bill addresses the recognition of the country's founders and the United States Constitution.

Highlighted Provisions: 

Designates the month of September as American Founders Month and sets aside Sept 17th as Constitution Day

Bill Details
Bill Number: 
HB0179S02
Year: 
2023
Status: 
Governor Signed
Last Action: 
Mar 13, 2023
Sponsor
Representative
Keven J. Stratton
Republican - District 58
Fiscal Note
Fiscal Note Amount: 
$0
None
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Utah PTA Response
Utah PTA Position
Support
Utah PTA Resolution: 
IND 2022-1 | Character Development Through Civics Education
Impact on Children: 

This bill would create a day for all school children to read directly from the constitution and participate in a civics education lesson about constitutional principals.

Commission: 
Individual Development
Utah PTA Public Policy Program
National PTA and Utah PTA Resolutions: 

That Utah PTA and its constituent associations promote character development through civic education and the development of civic disposition by encouraging families to provide opportunities for students to discuss current events and civic issues in their home, participate in service and community outreach projects, and to engage civilly and respectfully in the community

Utah PTA Legislative Policy: 

To develop, between educators and the general public, such united efforts as will secure, for all children and youth, the highest advantages in physical, social, and spiritual education.

Utah PTA and National PTA Art and Character Resources

List of art and character resources at both state and national levels.

Character Education

The social, emotional, and ethical development of young people is just as important as their academic development. It is, in fact, the precursor to academic achievement.

Arts Enhancing Education

By supporting arts education, you help foster young imaginations and facilitate children's success in school. Arts education also provides the critical thinking, communications, and creativity skills essential to 21st century success.

Suggested Time Line of Arts Events

Suggestions of things your local PTA can do during the year.

Education

WE'RE ALL IN FOR EDUCATION

EDUCATION EMPOWERS YOUNG MINDS

Quality public education is crucially important to individual families and the future of our society.

Utah PTA is committed to connecting families and schools by providing a range of information, resources and training to empower parents to actively participate at all levels of decision-making: from the school site, to local school boards, to state and federal government bodies. PTA works to inform its membership of education issues and to advocate at every school and district.

Whether it is understanding Utah state standards and local curriculum, or how to help a child succeed with homework, learning about high-school course options and college/career readiness, or serving on a citizen’s committee for the school district, families need information that empowers them to be involved with their children and community.

Understanding how school systems work increases the likelihood of parent and community involvement, which makes education more effective and responsive for students.

Education
Public Education is the means by which values, citizenship, literacy, and numeracy are transmitted from one generation to another. Education is also the number one predictor of a child’s future prosperity
Learn about Education Advocacy
Individual Development
The social, emotional and ethical development of young people is just as important as their academic
development. It is, in fact, the precursor to academic achievement. This includes Character Development and Arts Education.
Creating Well-rounded Children
Special Needs
Children with special needs, their parents and teachers all face a unique set of challenges.
Recognize Special Needs
Trust Lands
Utah PTA was at the forefront of the reform efforts, helping to ensure Trust Land assets survived.
Learn about Trust Lands
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Special Needs Specialist
Commissioners
Commissioners can help your PTA through programs
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Commissioners

Commissioners and Programs 

Utah PTA utilizes 7 commissioners to not only advocate for all children in Utah, but also provide program ideas and resources for specific areas of concern for local commissioners.  Those commissions are: Community Engagement, Education, Family Life, Health, Individual Development, Safety, and Student Leadership.  

For more information about how to use Commissioners in your PTA, click on a link below.

For more information about the programs and resources available through our commissioners see the Resource Tab at the top of the website. 

Community Engagement
Engaging all members of the community, business, religious, and government entities to improve the quality of life and education of all children.
Building community info here
Education
Public Education is the means by which values, citizenship, literacy, and numeracy are transmitted from one generation to another. Education is also the number one predictor of a child’s future prosperity
Learn about Education Advocacy
Family Life
Healthy family relationships result in the success of children in all aspects of their lives. Utah PTA believes that the first and most important teacher throughout a child's life is the parent.
Create Strong Families
Health
Healthy people are happy people who feel good—inside and out. The health commission hopes to provide and utilize resources that are targeted to protect and improve the health of children and youth.
Build Healthy Lifestyles
Individual Development
The social, emotional and ethical development of young people is just as important as their academic
development. It is, in fact, the precursor to academic achievement. This includes Character Development and Arts Education.
Creating Well-rounded Children
Safety
To advocate for children and youth in order to provide a safe environment at home, at school, and in
the community.
Build Safe Communities
Student Leadership
Students are genuinely interested in improving their communities, their education, and the world in which
they live. PTSA offers them the means to realize these goals through legislative advocacy and programs.
Put the S in PTSA
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