PTA Texas Congress

The PTA Texas Congress, also known as the Texas PTA, is a nonprofit organization dedicated to enhancing the educational and family experiences for children in Texas. However, it appears there might be some confusion regarding the specific entity you are referring to, as the provided EIN (455324649) and website do not match the commonly recognized Texas PTA, which is associated with a different EIN.

History and Mission

The Texas PTA was founded in 1909 as the Texas Congress of Mothers and Parent-Teacher Associations. Its mission is to encourage cooperation between parents and teachers, raise the standards of home life, secure adequate laws for the protection of children, and promote the welfare of children at home, in school, and in the community[1].

Structure and Functions

The Texas PTA operates through a network of local units, councils, and districts across the state. It conducts statewide meetings, including an annual Convention for business and a leadership seminar to train officers and chairmen from local units, councils, and districts. The organization is governed by a board of directors and various standing committees such as advocacy, audit, budget and finance, field service, governance, human resources, leadership, membership, and programs and resources[2].

Membership and Impact

Historically, the Texas PTA has had a large membership base, with over 850,000 members in the early 1990s. It aims to strengthen education and enhance community success through active family engagement. The organization promotes inclusive programs to enhance student achievement and creativity[3].

Integration and Diversity

In 1970, the Texas Congress of Parents and Teachers merged with the Texas Congress of Colored Parents and Teachers to form a unified organization, reflecting a broader commitment to inclusivity and equity in public schools[1].

References

• May Schmidt. Texas Congress of Parents and Teachers, Handbook of Texas Online, accessed April 07, 2025.
• BYLAWS OF THE TEXAS CONGRESS OF PARENTS AND TEACHERS, 2021.
• Texas PTA. Every Child. One Voice. accessed April 07, 2025.

However, the specific organization you are referring to does not align with the well-documented Texas PTA operations. If it is a separate entity, detailed information about its specific mission, history, and structure might not be readily available in public records as they pertain to a commonly recognized entity with a different EIN (74-1054403).

[1] https://www.tshaonline.org/handbook/entries/texas-congress-of-parents-and-teachers [2] https://www.txpta.org/uploads/filemanager/Membership/Texas%20PTA%20Bylaws%20as%20August%201,%202021.pdf [3] https://www.txpta.org [4] https://www.guidestar.org/profile/74-1054403 [5] https://www.charitynavigator.org/ein/741054403