Customarily, it is conducted over a three day period. For the past five years, the event has been held at James Madison University.
Participants stay in the dormitories or motel rooms in the surrounding area.
Participants staying in area motels register as Commuters. Training is conducted in workshops sessions addressing the PTA basics, assisting new and returning PTA officers, committee chairs and other PTA volunteers in training for their position. Teachers and administrators are encouraged to attend as well. Workshops are conducted by the Board of Managers, other PTA volunteers and representatives of participating organizations and agencies. The cost of the training varies depending the number of days attending, the number of meals chosen and whether you stay on campus or commute.