The third purpose of the PTA says it all..."to secure adequate laws for the care and protection of children and youth". Since its inception in 1897, the PTA has recognized that an organization dedicated to the welfare of children and youth must inevitably concern itself with the laws that affect children or those that may be needed to protect them. The Virginia State PTA speaks out for state legislation that promotes the welfare of children and youth in Virginia. The VA PTA also works with the NPTA on federal legislative issues.

In September the members of Deep Run's PTSA voted overwhelmingly in favor for the State's PTA policy statement for this year.

If you are interested in learning more about important issues concerning our children and their education go to www.vapta.org. At the top of the page you can sign up for Virginia PTA's e-newsletter the VOICE, Action Alerts and Legislative Friends. It is an easy way to be involved!