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This hybrid conference will be hosted in person at the Columbus Convention and Trade Center in Columbus, Georgia and virtually on the Event Mobi event platform (virtual participation instructions will be sent to all registered attendees prior to the conference). Enjoy a packed program with a focus on interactive topics using roundtable discussions involving current events, challenges and opportunities in advocacy. This conference will bring together a diverse group of innovative thinkers from across the State of Georgia to discuss the ongoing transformation of education and advocacy resources.
In person registration includes dinner on Friday, June 10th and lunch on Saturday, June 11, 2021. Attendees staying at the convention host hotel will have breakfast included with their hotel stay.
Registration Closes 6/3 at 11:55pmOnsite and Day-of registration will not be offered for Convention 2022.Who Should Attend Convention 2022?
Attending the Convention is an investment in the future leadership and success of your PTA. We recognize that time and money are scarce, but we must invest in ourselves to develop our potential for Georgia PTA to ensure a better future for all children.

Your 2022-23 board members.
Principals, Teachers and School Board members.
Any members who have demonstrated that spark of leadership potential.

Attending Convention is an investment in the future of your school and your children!Theme: Moving Forward Together
$75.00 Virtual | $115.00 In Person
In person registration includes dinner on Friday, June 10th and lunch on Saturday, June 11, 2021. Attendees staying at the convention hotel will have breakfast included with their hotel stay. Registration Closes 5/26 at 11:55pm
Onsite and Day-of registration will not be offered for Convention 2022.
Who Should Attend Convention 2022?
Attending the Convention is an investment in the future leadership and success of your PTA. We recognize that time and money are scarce, but we must invest in ourselves to develop our potential for PTA to ensure a better future for all children.

Your 2021-22 board members.
Your 2022-2023 board members.
Principals, Teachers and School Board members.
Any members who have demonstrated that spark of leadership potential.

Attending Convention is an investment in the future of your school and your children!
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Friday, June 11th Schedule at a Glance
Subject to change.
1:00 PM – 1:30 PM
Pre-Convention Meeting
2:00 PM – 2:55 PM
Workshop Session 1
3:00 – 3:55 PM
Workshop Session 2
4:00 PM – 4:55 PM
Workshop Session 3
5:00 PM – 5:55 PM
Dinner
5:50 PM – 7:45 PM
General Session 1
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Last Day to Book: Wed. May 26, 2021
Historic Columbus, Marriott
800 Front Ave, Columbus, GA 31901
Phone: (706) 748-8713
Reserve your hotel sleeping room today!Georgia PTA Nominating Committee Report
The Georgia PTA Nominating Committee was tasked with the responsibility of soliciting interest in executive positions for the upcoming 2021-2023 term. Those chosen to serve will become an integral part of the executive committee and will have accepted the responsibilities that come with leading our great organization.
This process involved selecting 7 members to the nominating committee from different districts ( 5 regular members and 2 alternates), who were tasked with reviewing resumes, interviewing the potential candidates, interviewing and validating their references, and then making the ultimate decision of who will be listed as the slate of officers. Those positions were: President-elect, First VP, Second VP, Treasurer, and Secretary.
The members of the nominating committee took this responsibility very seriously. I will say that it was one of the most challenging experiences I have been involved with and I appreciate all of my committee members’ diligence, attention to detail, input and joint cooperation in arriving at our slate of candidates.
President Elect -Shanda Ross1st Vice President – Anita Hagins Jones2nd Vice President – John MartinTreasurer – VacantSecretary – Alvin Gainey
Sincerely,Sidney Richardson2019-2021 Nominating Committee ChairShanda Ross
2021-2023 Nominee for President Elect
Read More about Shanda Ross
Personal and Professional Information

Born at Fort McPherson, native of Atlanta, Georgia.
Married to Charles W. Ross, III for 22 years.
Mother of two children, Jamyl and Cecily.
Member of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc- SIGMA OMEGA ZETA
Earned Bachelor of Arts degree in Sociology from Saint Leo University.
Earned Bachelor of Arts degree in Criminology from Saint Leo University.
Doctor of Business Administration Candidate concentration in Information Security Management
Earned Master of Science degree in Information Resource Management from Central Michigan University.
Proven over the past 22 years to be a results –driven Information Technology professional to Fortune 500 companies sharing experiences in education, information technology, business, and project management.
Dedication to children is the reason she devotes such a substantial amount of her time and effort to enable cooperation and interaction between the community and all schools throughout Georgia.
Instilled belief that we all play a special role in building a better future and quality of education for every child in every community.

PTA Involvement
Current Services Includes:

First Vice President Georgia PTA (2019-21)
Second Vice President Georgia PTA (2017-19)
Communications Chair Georgia PTA (2013-15)
Georgia PTA Web Designer | Programmer (2013-14)
Member of Common Core State Initiative Committee (2013-15)
Webmaster Common Core Georgia, Georgia PTA (2014-15)
7th District Assistant Director of Georgia PTA (2013-15)
7th District Communications Chairperson (2013-15)

Previous Service Includes:

7th District Assistant Director of Georgia PTA (2011-13)
7th District Communications Chairperson (2011-13)
Executive Vice President, Clayton County Council (2011-13)
Communications Chairperson, Clayton County Council (2011-13)
President, Forest Park HS PTSA (2011-2013)
President, Forest Park HS PTSA (2009-2011)
Vice President, Forest Park HS PTSA (2007-2009)

Current Services Includes:

Previous Service Includes:

Community Involvement

Grassroots Leadership Institute Graduate|2014
Archway Public Health Issue – 2013| Executive Committee Member
Atlanta Contemporary Jazz & Neo Soul Festival – 2012|Executive Committee Member
Clayton County Collaborative – 2012- 13|Executive Committee Member
ZETA PHI BETA | EPSILON ZETA – 2001- 13|Member
Clayton County Public School Strategic Plan Parent Representative
Clayton County Public Schools SAC Parent Interview Representative

Honors and Awards

2012|13 Top Volunteer Awards Clayton County Public Schools
2011-12 Georgia PTA Presidents Membership Award
Georgia State House of Representatives Resolution – Clayton Co. Council Community Service
Georgia State House of Representatives Resolution – Grassroots Clayton Graduate
1988 Martin Luther King Jr. Community Service AwardAnita Hagins Jones
2021-2023 Nominee for 1st Vice President
Read More about Anita Hagins Jones
Biography
I am the proud wife of Mr. Lennie Jones, and together we have 3 amazing sons, Devin, Evin, and Colin. By trade, I am a Medical StopLoss Auditor. With my PTA and professional experience, I strongly believe in our mission of making every child’s potential a reality by engaging andempowering families and communities to advocate for all children. I am a game-changer who is dedicated to supporting the PTA’s mission to back our children’s future. I am reliable, trustworthy, and approachable. I look forward to serving as your next First Vice President for Georgia PTA.
I am the proud wife of Mr. Lennie Jones, and together we have 3 amazing sons, Devin, Evin, and Colin. By trade, I am a Medical StopLoss Auditor. With my PTA and professional experience, I strongly believe in our mission of making every child’s potential a reality by engaging andempowering families and communities to advocate for all children. I am a game-changer who is dedicated to supporting the PTA’s mission to back our children’s future. I am reliable, trustworthy, and approachable. I look forward to serving as your next First Vice President for Georgia PTA.
State Experience
Served in the following positions:

Scholarship Specialist
Chair of District Directors
2nd Vice President
Council Chair

Served in the following positions:

Scholarship Specialist
Chair of District Directors
2nd Vice President
Council Chair

District Experience
Served in the following positions:

Assistant Director (2 ½ terms)
Scholarship Chair
District Director

Served in the following positions:

Assistant Director (2 ½ terms)
Scholarship Chair
District Director

Council Experience
Served in the following positions:

Hospitality Chair
Co-President (2 terms)

Served in the following positions:

Hospitality Chair
Co-President (2 terms)

Local Experience
Served in the following positions:

President
Vice President
Secretary
Fundraising Chair
Membership Chair
Financial Literacy Chair
Health and Wellness Chair

Served in the following positions:

President
Vice President
Secretary
Fundraising Chair
Membership Chair
Financial Literacy Chair
Health and Wellness Chair

Community Involvement

Member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. Member of CARATS, Inc.
Youth Coordinator, Greater Mt. Calvary Church
Volunteers for the Community Food Bank (Must Ministries)
Sex Trafficking Educator

Awards

2018 Exemplary District Award
2019 President’s Outstanding District Director Award

2018 Exemplary District Award
2019 President’s Outstanding District Director AwardJohn Martin
2021-2023 Nominee for 2nd Vice President
Read More about John Martin
Biography
John Martin is currently the Georgia PTA District 10 Director, which supports all PTAs and students in Fulton County. He has moved through the ranks with PTA starting as a volunteer in the copy room at Hembree Springs Elementary. He joined their board in 2011 as a Vice President, then served two years as Co-President. Under John’s leadership, Hembree Springs won North Fulton Council’s Outstanding PTA, and several programs he helped establish at HSES are still in place a decade later. He then joined North Fulton Council as a VP, and served two terms as president there, before being elected to the District Director position in 2019.Within District 10, John emphasizes working together towards a common goal. He has partnered with several local nonprofits that are aligned with PTA’s vision, and brings in outside speakers to his district that have a regional, state-wide, and national focus on children’s issues, including health and wellness, mental health, and education. He also believes that the key to a strong PTA leader is training. He was one of the first districts to hold a town hall after the pandemic stuck and has adapted D10’s conferences and chartering to the virtual environment.John Martin is an instructional designer at a software company that supports rural utility companies. He develops courses, trains customers and employees, and manages several tech resources at his company. John comes to PTA with a varied background, including experience as a biomedical research technician, training specialist, and science teacher. After teaching in DeKalb County, John wrote articles for CNN.com’s education beat and produced stories for CNN’s news program for middle and high school classrooms – CNN Student News, now known as CNN 10.John earned his Bachelor of Science from Rutgers University and his Master of Education from the University of Georgia.
John Martin is currently the Georgia PTA District 10 Director, which supports all PTAs and students in Fulton County. He has moved through the ranks with PTA starting as a volunteer in the copy room at Hembree Springs Elementary. He joined their board in 2011 as a Vice President, then served two years as Co-President. Under John’s leadership, Hembree Springs won North Fulton Council’s Outstanding PTA, and several programs he helped establish at HSES are still in place a decade later. He then joined North Fulton Council as a VP, and served two terms as president there, before being elected to the District Director position in 2019.Within District 10, John emphasizes working together towards a common goal. He has partnered with several local nonprofits that are aligned with PTA’s vision, and brings in outside speakers to his district that have a regional, state-wide, and national focus on children’s issues, including health and wellness, mental health, and education. He also believes that the key to a strong PTA leader is training. He was one of the first districts to hold a town hall after the pandemic stuck and has adapted D10’s conferences and chartering to the virtual environment.John Martin is an instructional designer at a software company that supports rural utility companies. He develops courses, trains customers and employees, and manages several tech resources at his company. John comes to PTA with a varied background, including experience as a biomedical research technician, training specialist, and science teacher. After teaching in DeKalb County, John wrote articles for CNN.com’s education beat and produced stories for CNN’s news program for middle and high school classrooms – CNN Student News, now known as CNN 10.John earned his Bachelor of Science from Rutgers University and his Master of Education from the University of Georgia.Alvin Gainey
2021-2023 Nominee for Secretary
Read More about Alvin Gainey
Biography
Alvin Gainey’s guiding principles are his faith, family and service to others – the greater good. A Professional Volunteer and Servant Leader, he has served PTA on all levels; as a local unit leader, President of Miami-Dade County Council, a member and chair of various state PTA committees, FL PTA State Secretary, FL PTA Vice President for Regions and Councils, GA PTA Bylaws Chair, and as an elected member of National PTA’s Nominating and Leadership Recruitment Committee.Alvin is committed to furthering the mission and vision of PTA through his service as Secretary. He looks forward to bringing his experience and broad skill set to the body of work that will support the collective strategic vision of Georgia PTA and impact children across the state.Aside from PTA, Alvin is selfless and involved with multiple community, civil rights, religious, social justice and mentoring efforts/organizations. Alvin brings energy, humor and keen insight as a trainer and presenter, having presented at the local, state and national levels, while being involved with PTA for more than fifteen years.Professionally, Alvin is the apprentice to a Licensed Funeral Director and Embalmer, with more than a decade of experience. He’s married to Jessica, is father to three: Kiera, Alvin, III and Alyssa, and a licensed foster parent to two.
Alvin Gainey’s guiding principles are his faith, family and service to others – the greater good. A Professional Volunteer and Servant Leader, he has served PTA on all levels; as a local unit leader, President of Miami-Dade County Council, a member and chair of various state PTA committees, FL PTA State Secretary, FL PTA Vice President for Regions and Councils, GA PTA Bylaws Chair, and as an elected member of National PTA’s Nominating and Leadership Recruitment Committee.Alvin is committed to furthering the mission and vision of PTA through his service as Secretary. He looks forward to bringing his experience and broad skill set to the body of work that will support the collective strategic vision of Georgia PTA and impact children across the state.Aside from PTA, Alvin is selfless and involved with multiple community, civil rights, religious, social justice and mentoring efforts/organizations. Alvin brings energy, humor and keen insight as a trainer and presenter, having presented at the local, state and national levels, while being involved with PTA for more than fifteen years.Professionally, Alvin is the apprentice to a Licensed Funeral Director and Embalmer, with more than a decade of experience. He’s married to Jessica, is father to three: Kiera, Alvin, III and Alyssa, and a licensed foster parent to two.

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