Are you concerned about the well-being of children who attend K-12 public schools in Colorado?Would you like to make Colorado a better place for these students and their families?Whether you are a seasoned advocate or a newcomer, the Colorado State PTA’s Legislative Conference is the place to learn what is really happening in the state that affects children and schools.  Your children, your PTA and your state need your involvement. And the Colorado State PTA Legislative Conference is the place to step up and make a difference.Here are a few of the benefits of attending the conference.

• Hear directly from experts, including state legislators.
• Learn about issues and priorities of the Colorado State PTA.
• Develop the skills to become an effective advocate for children in your community.
• Network with others who share your concerns and goals.
• Meet with your legislators to share your concerns (Colorado Capitol Watch provides a search tool that finds your state legislators).

WHATColorado Legislative ConferenceWHERE Colorado State Capitol — Meet in the Old Supreme Court Chambers, 2^nd FloorWHEN8:30-3:00, Thursday, February 24, 2011PARKINGParking costs $8.00–$15.00. Some lots take  cash and some take credit.  There are metered parking spaces on both   sides of Sherman.  There are parking lots at the SW corner of 13th & Logan;  at the NW corner of 12th & Sherman; and at 14th & Acoma, south of the Denver Public Library.REGISTRATION$50, Students $35, includes continental breakfast  & lunch8:30 – 9:00 AM   Continental Breakfast and RegistrationHOWClick here to download the fillable MS Word document and register today.