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R esolutions. From Issues to Solutions. NPTA Convention Resolutions Committee June, 2006. Workshop Scope. Identifying the Issue Drafting the Resolution Submitting the Resolution Amending, Rescinding Supporting the Resolution NPTA’s Resolutions Committee.

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R esolutions

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  1. Resolutions From Issues to Solutions NPTA Convention Resolutions Committee June, 2006

  2. Workshop Scope • Identifying the Issue • Drafting the Resolution • Submitting the Resolution • Amending, Rescinding • Supporting the Resolution • NPTA’s Resolutions Committee Resolutions, NPTA Convention, June 2006

  3. Identifying the Issue • Have you ever…? Resolutions, NPTA Convention, June 2006

  4. Resolution • Formal statement that outlines action by a group of people. • Original motion that is submitted in writing because of its importance, length or complexity. • Position adopted by a vote of the general membership.

  5. Resolution - Power • Local Unit – Describes what a group of concerned citizens (PTA) stand for. • Member – Offers a way for all members to be heard. • Public Statement - Informs other that the PTA is serious about the issue • Advocacy – Creates a platform to work from in legislative arenas Resolutions, NPTA Convention, June 2006

  6. Drafting the Resolution • Develop a concise statement about the issue. • Do initial research to build basis for support from membership • Create a “committee” to take the resolution to the next step – narrative summary The crosswalk in front of the high school is dangerous because of speeding cars and lack of supervision. Resolutions, NPTA Convention, June 2006

  7. Research – Initial Questions • In accordance with PTA objects and policies? • Already covered by a state or NPTA resolution or position paper? • Already exists elsewhere in your state? • Factual information for research available? • Other resources or organizations with background information in community or online? Resolutions, NPTA Convention, June 2006

  8. Initial - Draft • Check for forms with guidelines (state and NPTA) • Begin planning for the two parts of a resolution • Whereas – the preamble, statements which describe the issue, shows the reason for the resolution and gives information • Resolved – the main motion that states the action called for by your group.

  9. Whereas – Be It Resolved • Whereas – sufficient background material and rationale • Whereas – Three (3) items of support per clause recommended • Be It Resolved – directs the PTA to take some form of action • Be It Resolved – state the action the PTA wants to be taken to help solve the problem

  10. Submitting the Resolution • Submit to state and/or NPTA • Check for state requirements • Check NPTA requirements

  11. Group Activity

  12. Amending, Rescinding • Goals of the resolution need to be changed • Goals of the resolution are no longer relevant • Goals of the resolution have been met

  13. Support • Call for assistance • NPTA Resolution Guidelines • Learn from missed opportunities • Be a support for someone else

  14. NPTA’s Resolutions Committee • Identify emerging issues • Review Resolution submittals • Evaluate existing Resolutions

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