2024 Resolutions:

A list of Resolutions adopted by Oklahoma PTA

Cellular Phone Usage in Schools

Whereas, OKPTA supports enhancing the education environment, improve student academic performance, and ensure student safety; and

Whereas, Research indicates that cell phones are a significant source of distraction in the classroom, negatively impacting student focus and academic performance; and (Read More)

Address and Reduce Chronic Absenteeism in Oklahoma Schools

Whereas, OKPTA supports policies that enhance student academic performance, increase graduation rates, and improve overall student well-being; and

Whereas, Chronic absenteeism, defined as missing 10% or more school days, severely affects student academic performance and increases the likelihood of dropping out. Research by Attendance Works indicates that students who are chronically absent in kindergarten and first grade are less likely to read proficiently by third grade; and (Read More)