With schools facing challenges like shrinking budgets and lack of educational equity, PTA is more important than ever. The PTA provides programs on strengthening family-school partnerships, and free resources for members on issues and areas such as STEM and health & safety. Be a part of a powerful association than can advocate on behalf of children and educators at the local, state and national levels. Member Offers Member Benefits The Presence of PTA Improves Opportunities PTA means different things to different people. Explore the ways in which PTA improves opportunities across the family and educational spectrum.