Local Unit Resources

Local units make up the foundation of PTA. National PTA provides you with the tools to reach out to your community and involve anyone who’s interested in the welfare of children.

This section of the website along with the National PTA website have all the basic information you will need to help your unit operate successfully. These resources have helpful information for units on finances, operations and available program resources. If you have any questions, please contact the your Minnesota State PTA Office via e-mail at mnpta@mnpta.org or call us at (651) 999-7320 or toll-free (800) 672-0993.

Tax Basics

Parliamentary Procedures

All units organized under the MN PTA are exempt from federal income tax under Section 501(c) (3) of the Internal Revenue Code. The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has developed a new website that offers online training on five key issues related to non-profit operations. link here...

Parliamentary law is an orderly set of rules for conducting meetings of organized groups for the purpose of accomplishing their goals fairly. Robert's Rules of Order, Newly Revised is the parliamentary text that governs the PTA where the bylaws do not apply. read more...




 Incoming Officers Guide 2010-2011.doc  
Guide to aid new local PTA unit officers.
 Unit in Good Standing 2010-2011.doc  
Description of requirements to become and remain a unit in good standing with state and national PTA.
 Can Our PTA Work To Support A Referendum.doc  
Explains the limitations and benefits of PTAs supporting a referendum in your community.
 FAQs About PTA Membership.doc  
Answers to frequently asked questions about what it means to be a member of the PTA.
Get Acrobat Reader  Defining the Difference.pdf  
What makes PTA special?
 History Brochure.doc  
A brief history of the state and national PTA.
 Application for Affiliation.doc  
Form to apply for affiliation with state and national PTA.
 How To Organize a PTA.doc  
Outlines steps to take in organizing a new PTA unit.

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