The Parent Teacher Association (PTA) was was founded in 1897 in Washington D.C.  The PTA is the largest child advocacy organization with over 7 million members nationally and 239,000 members in the state of Maryland. 

The PTA speaks for all children in the state and the nation, providing a unified presence when action is required on important issues facing our schools and our students. It also provides information and support to parents and concerned community members. The PTA offers the opportunity to serve, volunteer, and to contribute to the welfare of all children. 

Children represent our future. The PTA  offers the opportunity not only to impact your local community, but to have input in major legislative and policy issues affecting children throughout the state.

To join a PTA group in your area, please contact the Anne Arundel County Council of PTAs