Awesome Weekend

The National PTA hosted their Annual Emerging Minority Leadership Conference this past weekend, in Washington, DC. Big Thanks to National PTA President - Otha Thornton, Dr. Renee Jackson, the National PTA Diversity Committee and the entire National PTA Staff for a weekend of interactive workshops, motivational speakers and great fellowship with new PTA friends. Thanks to all who attended my workshop - The GPS for your PTA's Success!  It was a fun and fruitful time for Parents, Educators and Students.  To all who attended, I encourage you to use your new skills this week to help PTA families in your community.

 

It's Not About Me

Hi Mom:

It's natural to speak for our children, but do you ever advocate for other children?  Consider the many parent groups that would benefit from your talents, like PTA, Girl Scouts, Boy Scouts. These groups and others encourage our children to be our future leaders. Maybe you could help them too. Find ways to encourage someone today.

 

                                                Building our Village One Mom @ a Time

Dress Appropriately

Hi Mom -

If I'm attending a parent meeting in the school or if I'm volunteering for a community event, I want to make sure I'm wearing the right outfit for that assignment.  Would I wear the same attire for a school board meeting that I'd wear for a school car wash - of course not.  It's not about the designer label, but it is about being neat and looking respectful. I tell my daughters, "Before you leave the house, take one last look in the mirror to make sure you look your best". 

                                            Building Our Village One Mom @ a Time

Can we count on you?

Hi Mom:

If you weren't in the room and someone mentioned your name, what would people say?  Are you organized and reliable? In order to be trusted with future leadership opportunities, you must complete assignments at home, at work and in your community.  Keep your promises; finish your tasks.  People are depending on you.  Can we count on You?

                          Building our Village one Mom @ at Time!

Family Time Management

Juggling our lives can be a challenge!  Every family member has different schedules. But using your time wisely just takes a little preparation.  Iron clothes and make school lunches the night before so you won't rush in the morning.  Eliminate morning distractions; no TV before school. If you aren't a morning person, make your medical appointments in the afternoon.  Prepare in advance. I know you can do it!

Make the Connection

Hi Moms:  Looking for ways to network with Moms (and Dads) who serve families in there communities? Connect at the Emerging Minority Leadership Conference hosted by the National PTA in Washington, DC - October 11-13, 2013.  Great Speakers, Fellowship with Leaders and Fun and Informative Workshops, including my workshop - The GPS to Your PTA's Success - presented Saturday, October 12. Go to PTA.org for more information. 

                                 Building our Village One Mom @ a  Time!

A little humor on Motherhood

Hi Moms -  Saw this anonymous quote in a magazine recently; what do you think about it?

I'd like to be the Ideal Mother, but I'm too busy raising my kids.

                 Building our Village One Mom @ a Time!