Advocacy
Be Informed to Support
noun
ad·vo·ca·cy ˈad-və-kə-sē
The act or process of supporting a cause or proposal.
Source: https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/advocacyhttps://www.txpta.org/pta-votes
PTA Votes. ensures that the voices of Texas students are heard, and that the state’s education system is given needed support to help make every child’s potential a reality. PTA Votes. aims to provide unbiased information so Texas voters can make informed decisions and support leaders who champion public education.
Become informed before heading to the polls.
Texas voters will determine the future of our country. Want to do your part? Help us encourage Texans to learn more about the importance of voting and the issues that affect schools and students by speaking out and using the hashtag #PTAVotes on social media.
PTA Votes. is a non-partisan campaign presented by Texas PTA.
Disclaimer
Texas PTA, established in 1909, is the largest child advocacy grassroots association in Texas for parents, teachers, and others who have a special interest in children, youth, families, and schools. Texas PTA is a noncommercial, nonsectarian, and nonpartisan association that does not endorse any candidate or political party. Through Texas PTA, volunteer leaders are trained to be successful advocates to state officials and Texas residents in support of the development and achievement of all students.
It is almost time for the March Primary Elections.
March Primary Elections: Tuesday, March 3.
If you would like to check out your ballot, you can do so here: https://apps.texastribune.org/features/2026/texas-march-2026-primary-ballot/
The deadline to register to vote: Monday, February 2
If you are new to the area and need to update your information or would like to register to vote for the first time (or have any questions), you can reach out to Ramon Telles Jr, the PTA Advocacy Chair: r.tellesjr@gmail.com.
If you have any high school seniors turning 18, they can register to vote if they are 17 years and 10 months old (or will be 18 by Election Day).
Contact Advocacy Chair: Ramon Telles Jr r.tellesjr@gmail.com
If you would like to register to vote or update your information if you've moved, please reach out to Ramon Telles Jr.
For more information on the upcoming election, please visit this link.
THANK YOU! MANY FROM PSE & RRISD WHO BACK THE FUTURE!!!
Special Thanks to those who showed up and helped coordinating this group from PSE
Pond Springs PTA joined PTAs from across Texas to advocate for increased public education funding and to say no to vouchers. We were honored to hear from State Representative John Bucy, who provided updates on current legislation and what we can do to advocate for public education funding. We were also happy to be joined by RRISD Superintendent Dr. Hafedh Azaiez.
Join us for our Texas PTA Rally Day 2025 at the Capitol!
Want to get more active at the state level?
Come with us to the Capitol and meet with our legislators!
We are planning to ride and eat lunch together.
When: Monday, Feb. 24th - all day
Where: start at PSE, go the Capitol
What: meet with other PTA members and with our elected officials
Contact Ms. Kristin Shelton: kristin_shelton@roundrockisd.org
Join the PSE PTA at Texas PTA Rally Day!
We will be advocating on behalf of public education at the Capitol with our fellow PTAs from across Texas on February 24. It's important we turn out so our state leaders can hear how important public education is for Texas and stress the importance of a properly funded public education system.
To read more about the schedule of events, you can visit https://www.txpta.org/rally-day
If you plan on attending, there are 2 Google forms to fill out. One is for the Round Rock ISD Council of PTAs as they will be providing lunch that day, and another is for us as a PTA to know who many people to expect will be joining our group. Deadline to RSVP is February 17. We hope to see you there!
RRISD RSVP: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScV_5-Jj-Kjb-fqf5ZIlDz5FcPe8z_VB6Ce2BoS1ZjNVlPIyA/viewform
PSE PTA RSVP: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScCHJogX6oxILeUkrQKAxXjjV9fCGUUy4OfFuBC2tYYW6AW4Q/viewform?usp=header
Rally Day 2025's DEADLINE FOR MEAL COORDINATION 2/17 (M)
SIGN UP Links Below!!!
If you plan on attending, there are 2 Google forms to fill out. One is for the Round Rock ISD Council of PTAs as they will be providing lunch that day, and another is for us as a PTA to know who many people to expect will be joining our group. Deadline to RSVP is February 17. We hope to see you there!
RRISD RSVP: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScV_5-Jj-Kjb-fqf5ZIlDz5FcPe8z_VB6Ce2BoS1ZjNVlPIyA/viewform
PSE PTA RSVP: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScCHJogX6oxILeUkrQKAxXjjV9fCGUUy4OfFuBC2tYYW6AW4Q/viewform?usp=header