Replace the practice of fundraising activities which are now all too often a diversion to more meaningful discussions and activities. End the practice of taking sides on issues which then eliminate parental debate. Instead, PTA should strive to become the most prestigious, unbiased, educational resource center in America by greatly expanding its role as a non-profit, charitable and educational organization. To accomplish this, PTA should support original research on issues of concern to parents. Where unbiased information already exists, PTA should translate that into parent-friendly publications useful for their use.
Most parents are concerned about what's happening in the schools.
Many don't know what's being taught or how their children learn. And they don't understand how to relate to teachers and school systems. Often parents are intimidated by the system and don't know what to do. When so many others are obviously in charge of making decisions, there seems to be little left for parents to decide. Furthermore, parents feel intimidated by their unequal role.