Join hosts Corey Fairholm (Utah PTA Immediate Past President) and Andrea Hinton (Director of Membership) as they sit down with Angelee Aedo (VP of Advocacy) for an inspiring conversation about Utah PTA's upcoming Advocacy Conference. In celebration of 100 years of advocacy excellence, this special event promises to honor the past while equipping parents, educators, and community members with the essential skills to advocate effectively for children today and into the future.

This episode breaks down everything you need to know: when and where to attend, what classes are offered, why resolutions matter, and how your voice can make a lasting difference in every child's education. Plus, find out about the exciting past president panel and the special 100th birthday celebration!

Mission: To make every child's potential a reality by engaging and empowering families and communities to advocate for all children.

Event Details:

• Date: Thursday, November 13, 2025
• Time: 9:00 AM - 2:30 PM
• Location: Jordan Learning Center (9800 South Bangerter, across from Elkridge Middle School)
• Cost: $10 registration + $15 optional lunch (Apple Spice Junction catering)
• Registration Deadline: November 3rd for lunch orders; registration continues until event day
• Format: In-person only (no virtual option this year)

Conference Theme: "Honoring the Past While Shaping the Future" - Celebrating 100 years of Utah PTA advocacy work

Special Features:

• Past President Panel discussing historic advocacy wins and lessons learned
• Three resolution votes during business meeting (cyber bullying, students with disabilities, education funding)
• 100th birthday celebration with special cake during lunch
• Networking opportunities with like-minded advocates

Classes Offered (Two Sessions):

• Advocacy Basics (offered in both sessions)
• Legislative Basics with Amber Bonner
• History of Trust Lands with Margaret Byrd
• Resolution Writing: Process and Importance
• Family Engagement: Building School-Parent Partnerships

Who Should Attend: Everyone! PTA members, parents, teachers, administrators, community members, advocacy reps, presidents, and anyone passionate about children's education. Non-PTA members welcome at slightly higher cost.

Three Resolutions to be Voted On:

1. Cyber Bullying (New) - Addressing technology-filled world challenges including AI
2. Students with Disabilities (Updated) - Adding federal funding provisions
3. Education Funding (Updated) - Including unfunded mandates language

Registration Information: Visit utahpta.org > Events tab > Advocacy Conference Questions: Email Angelee at UtahPTA.org

Remember: Wear your PTA gear proudly, but leave candidate shirts and political buttons at home—Utah PTA is proudly nonpartisan.

Producer: Michael Williams, Utah PTA Director of Communications

Connect with us and register today to be part of Utah PTA's legacy of advocacy excellence!