PTA Men's Essay
This program recognizes the important and different contribution that men make in children's lives and in their education.
Partners in Making a Difference
This program recognizes the
important and different contribution that men make in
children’s lives and in their education. All men
involved in a youngster’s life–fathers, uncles,
grandpas, brothers, step-fathers, mentors, neighbors,
pastors and friends– impact the children they care
about. Research clearly shows that male involvement
positively influences academic success at all levels of
schooling–preschool through college! When male figures
are involved with kid's schooling, kids enjoy school
more and perform better in and out of school.
Essay Contest
Men make a difference in the lives of the children they care about, and children are more successful in and out of school when they have the guidance of an involved male role model. Washington State PTA promoted a statewide essay contest that explored this vital relationship – from our children’s perspective.