Centennial Celebration

100 Years of Parent-Teacher Collaboration in Utah

Parent-teacher collaboration in Utah began in the late 19th century to improve education and children’s welfare. In 1897, Utah delegates attended the National Congress of Mothers, inspiring Mrs. C.E. Allen to establish the Utah Congress of Mothers in 1898. Despite early success, the organization was dissolved by 1901. In 1910, Utah’s chapter of the National Education Association (NEA) Department of School Patrons was formed. Between 1914-1925, the Utah Education Association’s Patrons Section became the primary parent-teacher organization. By 1924, Utah had 14 district associations and 230 local school groups. At the October 1925 annual convention of the Utah Education Association, Margaretta Reeves, President of the National Congress of Parents and Teachers, was a guest and Utah officially joined the National Congress of Parents and Teachers, with Lucille Young Reid as President, marking a new era of parental involvement

Celebrate the Centennial with us!

We have created a centennial toolkit for local PTAs to use to celebrate the momentous year ahead!

From Membership ideas, to monthly programs and celebration ideas.

This kit has everything you need to celebrate 100 years with us! Check it Out

Our programs are at the heart of what we do

and chances are, you’ve experienced one without even realizing it was sponsored by PTA!

Some of the many programs we support include:

Arts Grants
Battle of the Bands
Leadership Academy
Reflections
Ribbon Weeks (Red, Green, White)
School of Excellence
Teacher Appreciation Week
And fun events like Carnivals, Field Days, Class Parties, School Plays & Musicals, and After-School Enrichment

We have long be rooted in Advocacy

1935 - Warm lunches were provided for 1200 children who left home early and rode long distances to school in buses. Milk was also provided to undernourished children.

1964 - Utah PTA actively promoted the creation of a suicide prevention center, reinforcing its commitment to addressing youth mental health and combating the rising challenges of youth suicide.

1989 - Sandra Skouson of Monticello, UT passed a resolution through the May 1989 state PTA convention to look into school trust lands and the revenue they should be generating for schools. Utah PTA adopted a position statement that trust lands should be more productive.

2007 - Utah voters overwhelmingly rejected HB148 through Referendum 1, reaffirming their commitment to strong public schools. Utah PTA proudly supported this effort, advocating for equitable education for all students.

2018 - National PTA passed Utah PTA Resolution “High Expectations for Students with Disabilities”

100 Year Legacy

PTA is a Network not a hierarchy!

Every Member - Every Leader - on every level - build onto the Legacy of PTA

For a century, Utah PTA has been a steadfast advocate for children, families, and education, shaping policies and initiatives that strengthen communities across the state.

As we celebrate 100 years of dedication, we honor the countless volunteers, leaders, and advocates who have championed student success, safety, and well-being.

This milestone reflects a legacy of impact, collaboration, and unwavering commitment to a brighter future for Utah’s youth—here’s to the next hundred years of making a difference!