23rd District PTA in April 2026!
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You've Almost Made it Through the Year - Congratulations!
Happy April, Riverside County PTA and PTSA Leaders!
With only two and half(ish) months until the end of term, we are in the home stretch! Let's make sure we all do everything we can to set future elected leaders up for success for 2026-2027!
Transition to the board-elect is coming up fast! Check out this edition to get information on transitioning, upcoming training and more.
We're including current leaders and future leaders on newsletters through the end of the term to help facilitate transition.
Remember...
As you navigate the remainder of this year, remember: it's okay to reach out for help. It's okay to make mistakes. We are all in this together, and if you don't know what to do or how to do it, or if something is going (or goes!) sideways - reach out to us! That's why we are here. From program and fundraising ideas, to financial reviews, to grants, to...well...stuff we haven't thought about yet that will help - we're here to help you!
In this newsletter, you will find links, attachments, and information to help your PTA or PTSA run smoothly and effectively throughout the year. We know it's a lot of information, but it really is designed to help support you and help you make sure your PTA's business is clean, clear, transparent, and purposeful!
As a reminder...
Units, please remember to keep your councils in the loop when communicating with us (Corona-Norco, Hemet-San Jacinto, Lake Elsinore, Riverside, and Temecula Valley - this means you!). Out-of-council units, you'll come right to us (This means units in Alvord, Beaumont/Banning, Desert Hot Springs, Jurupa Valley, Menifee, Moreno Valley, Murrieta Valley, Palm Springs, Romoland, and Val Verde Unified)!
Regardless of where you are, you can always reach us at help@23rddistrict.org!
We know many of you are brand-new leaders, and that's wonderful - no matter where you are in your PTA journey (brand-new, returning, or even a PTA veteran), we are always learning. That's what training and asking questions is for - so don't be afraid to reach out to us here at Twenty-Third District - we are so glad that you are here helping to make magic for kids and we are proud to support you!
Happy April, and know that we are here cheering you on! Keep up the amazing work, Magic-Makers, and we look forward to seeing you live and in-person in May at our Awards luncheon!
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You are receiving this newsletter because as a PTA leader in Riverside County (Council or Unit), you are a part of the 23rd District PTA family.
Reach out to us for help: Help@23rdDistrict.org
Find support on our website: www.23rdDistrict.org
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*Celebrating 2026: Twenty-Third District PTA Awards - You're Invited!*
The 2025-2026 term of service is coming to a close, and we want to celebrate you and all the work that you do! Let us feed you a delicious lunch, shower you with praise (and maybe some small tokens of our appreciation!), and let's CELEBRATE!
We'll have a delicious lunch, present awards, and even have a special closing speaker - Dr. Edwin Gomez, Riverside County Superintendent of Schools!
Individual Awards (Nominate individuals for these awards, not councils or units):
♥ - Outstanding Administrator
♥ - Outstanding Teacher
♥ - Outstanding Staff Member (Classified Staff)
♥ - Outstanding Volunteer (Adult)
♥ - Outstanding Volunteer (Student)
Unit or Council Specific Awards (Nominate councils or units for these awards, not individual people):
♥ - Essential Leadership: Leadership and Outreach
♥ - Essential Leadership: Membership and Communication
♥ - Essential Leadership: Outstanding Programming and Family Engagement
♥ - Essential Leadership: Rising Star (NEW UNITS ORGANIZED IN 2024-2025, 2025-2026 ONLY)
Make nominations by clicking this link.
Nominations are open NOW, and close at 11:59 P.M. on April 30, 2026
Don't forget to submit your RCOE Superintendent's Initiative Aligned-Programs by clicking this link
Who (is invited): You! PTA officers, site principals, even superintendents are invited (We are already sending invites!)!
Where (location): 4280 Brockton Ave., Riverside, CA 92501
When (is it?): Monday, May 11, 2026, 11:00 A.M. - 1:00 P.M.
We will also recognize units that have received 100 Club, 200 Club, and 300 Club Membership accomplishments, all new units, and legacy units (50 years young and greater, in 10 year increments)!
There's a lot to celebrate in 2026, and we want you to know that we're here to cheer you on every step of the way! We want to make sure that we are ready to celebrate you, so don't forget to RSVP (One RSVP submission includes up to 4 people, and that way we will have food, dessert, and goodies for you!). If you have submitted your unit or council for recognition, we want you to be there!
Make Sure Your PTAs Year-End Transition is Smooth! Join us for the Year-End Wrap-Up/New Year Glow Up! (with lunch on us!)
We know that keeping track of all of the bits and pieces needed to wrap up the year successfully can be difficult, and we also know that getting started in the new year can definitely be a little scary. That's why Twenty-Third District PTA is here to help!
Join us for a special in-person workshop (open to all units, but targeted to out-of-council units (Alvord, Beaumont, Menifee, Romoland, Perris, Val Verde, Moreno Valley, Murrieta)
Event Date: Tuesday, May 12, 2026
Time: 11:30 A.M. - 1:30 P.M.
Location: Mead Valley Library Community Room
21580 Oakwood St, Perris, CA 92570
Meeting Zoom
Just like your units - we have business to handle, too!
Presidents are our delegates, and we must make quorum to vote! We will be:
- Adopting a preliminary budget and calendar
- Releasing preliminary funds
- Providing information on upcoming programs and events, 2026-2027 training opportunities,
and more!
Don't Miss Out!
When: May 14, 2026 07:00 PM Pacific Time (US and Canada)
Register in advance for this meeting:
https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/fAfCMdRmQKy6cP7PrkzFnA
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.
Office Hours for Support [April/May]
Sometimes, you have questions that need answers, and just need one-and-one support to get the answers you need to feel comfortable moving forward!
If that's the case, come see us at Twenty-Third District PTA office hours! We will have hours available where you can meet with Twenty-Third District PTA leaders just by dropping by the location or hopping on Zoom! You can also make an appointment to see us in the Twenty-Third District PTA office.
You can come ask questions, drop off paperwork, payments, or other documents, or just double-check that you're just on the right track!
Book an in-office appointment (Booking Link)
38670 Sky Canyon Dr. #200, Office #202
Public location: April 28, 2026; 1:00 P.M. - 3:30 P.M.
Starbucks (Menifee on Newport)
Menifee, CA 92584
Public location: May 15, 2026; 2:30 - 4:30 P.M.
Starbucks (Van Buren/March Air Force Base)
22420 Van Buren Boulevard
March Air Reserve Base, CA 92518
Public location: May 29, 2026; 1:00 P.M. - 4:30 P.M.
Transition is coming! NEW OFFICERS TRANSITION INTO OFFICE JULY 1! MAKE SURE YOUR UNIT IS PREPARED!
What can you do to help prepare for transition?
- Elections are REQUIRED! Make sure officers-elect are registered with your Council leaders or via FutureFund Connects. Per the Toolkit ("Running Your PTA, pp.R16), elections should occur by no later than the second week in April. If your unit or council is struggling with elections or needs support - we are here to help!
If your unit has not elected leaders by July 1, not only is your PTA at risk - the PTA cannot conduct business, and cannot elect new leaders without council or district PTA support! Remember, PTA is a business, and its officers are required by law to be on record. The following items are required for officers:
- President*: Name, Address, Email, Phone Number
- Treasurer*: Name, Address, Email, Phone Number
- Secretary*: Name, Address, Email, Phone Number
- All other officers: Name, Email, Phone Number
* These officers are required for an operational PTA.
- Make sure your records are in order! Financial records, minutes, and procedure books (in whatever iteration your procedure books and past plans come in!) all need to be ready to pass on!
Don't hand over a mess; set up your board-elect for PTA success!
Remember, our goal is to leave it better than we found it, so that the next group of leaders can continue our good work - making it better for children and families. - Reach out for help if you need it! We have phenomenal Council leaders in Riverside County, all of whom are ready and willing to help support their units in whatever ways possible. If your unit is out-of-council and needs support, reach out to us at 23rd District! We are here to help you - you have support, don't be afraid to reach out! You can reach us directly via Help@23rdDistrict.org
PARLIAMENTARY QUESTION: IS IT IN ORDER TO MAKE A MOTION TO CHANGE CHECKSIGNERS?
The answer to this question is no. The authority of checksigners is tied to the position as dictated in the bylaws, not to the individual, therefore the act of election is what is required to transfer the authority. A motion to change checksigners outside of election not only isn't in order; it technically is not legal, because no motion may supersede the bylaws.
Instead of a motion to change checksigners, make sure all elected officers are listed in the minutes by position and the first and last name of the officer. Then the secretary can include verbiage similar to what you see below. Verbiage can be altered to allow for additional signers as listed in the bylaws. Remember, only those officers listed in the bylaws can serve as checksigners:
"This action of election hereby stipulates that the authority of all currently authorized signatories on the (Name of PTA/PTSA) accounts is hereby revoked as of (date and time; for example: June 30, 2026, 11:59 P.M.). The Association of (Name of PTA/PTSA) hereby elects and appoints (President name and title) and (Treasurer name and title) acting together, as the primary (or only) authorized signatores on such accounts as are owned and managed by the (Name of PTA/PTSA), effective (date and time; for example, July 1, 2026; 12:00 A.M.), in accordance with the unit bylaws. For clarity, two signatures of financial officers (list names of checksigners as elected and listed in the bylaws) are required on every check written against such accounts."
This verbiage in the minutes, plus your bylaws, tells the bank everything they need to know to make the transition of checksigners easy! Checksigners cannot transition until July 1 or later.
Additional checksigners as defined in the bylaws can be added to the language to reflect the right to sign checks and be on the bank account, and remember - new checksigners cannot be added to the bank accounts without amending the bylaws, having the changes approved by the California State PTA parliamentarian, and then adoption by the association!
Bylaws Submission Processes
Units wanting to submit proposed bylaws changes to California State PTA simply schedule an appointment using the new Bylaws Appointment Scheduler, and in the scheduled call, a Twenty-Third District PTA representative will help prepare the bylaws submission on the current template, and will then submit the bylaws to California State PTA right there! No more waiting to see if the bylaws have been submitted - you'll see it all!
Once the bylaws are approved by the California State PTA Parliamentarian, Twenty-Third District PTA will return the bylaws to you with instructions on presenting and adopting the proposed changes with your association! Easy peasy!
Note: In-council units should still follow council processes with respect to preparing bylaws submissions. Out-of-Council units will come directly to Twenty-Third District PTA
Click this link to access the Bylaws Appointment Scheduler
Have questions for us? Please reach out via Help@23rdDistrict.org
Make sure membership per capita is forwarded!
If your PTA/PTSA accepted membership dues via cash, check, or electronic funds collection utility (something like Square, Stripe, CheddarUp, Zeffy, etc.) and the memberships were not directly purchased through TOTEM - the membership dues per capita (the portion of dues that are sent through channels) still needs to be remitted!
Make sure those dues are getting sent to where they need to go!
- In Council units: Membership dues should be sent to your council
- Out-of-Council units (Alvord, Beaumont/Banning, Desert Hot Springs, Jurupa Valley, Menifee, Moreno Valley, Murrieta Valley, Palm Springs, Romoland, and Val Verde Unified): Membership dues are sent straight to Twenty-Third District PTA
Membership checks to Twenty-Third District PTA can be given to Twenty-Third at scheduled office hours, or mailed to the Twenty-Third District PTA office as listed below. We are hopeful that as of July 1 we will have an electronic ACH option available for dues remittances. Keep your eyes peeled for more information!
Have questions or need help? Reach out to Help@23rdDistrict.org
There's Still Time to Enter and WIN the April Membership Challenge!
The year may be winding down, but we aren't done finding ways to help set our units up for success! By participating in Twenty-Third District PTA Membership Challenges, your PTA/PTSA gets a chance to win a prize! All prizes are designed to help support your PTA/PTSA do amazing work - and we want to give you stuff!
The April Membership Challenge is:
8. April – “Home Stretch” Challenge! [Due 05/05/26]
Challenge: Submit officer/board roster for 2026-2027 and proof that all
the new officers are members of the PTA for a chance to win
Prize: A seriously stocked 2026-2027 executive board
swag bag for your PTA!
Twenty-Third District PTA will be giving away THREE stocked swag bags to THREE lucky units at the Twenty-Third District PTA Awards Luncheon - you don't want to miss your chance to win!
How do you participate?
Send proof of the unit's elected officer roster for 2026-2027 (the roster list with all required information), along with proof that all elected officers are members (either the TOTEM listing for the unit, or a copy of the membership roster), to Membership@23rdDistrict.org by May 5, 2026.
There is more information on the Awards Luncheon in this newsletter, and the Membership Challenges Flyer is including in the attachments.
RCOE Initiative: Competitive Edge
How can your PTA help? Check out the RCOE Competitive Edge page to find out more!
RCOE Initiative: Financial Literacy
For elementary, middle, or high school students - financial literacy and making smart financial decisions can help students all through their lives!
Check out the brand-new Financial Literacy App through partnership with Footsteps2Brilliance, presentation videos, program idea, resources and more!
RCOE Initiative: Literacy by Fifth Grade
Did you know that families have free access to Footsteps2Brilliance thanks to RCOE? F2B is a bilingual program helps provide a strong foundation for reading! This app and more resources are available FREE through RCOE.
RCOE Initiative: Mental Health
There is no shame is asking for help - and RCOE has free resources to help you. Taking the first step is the most important part. Not only are there general resources, but the Virtual Wellness Center, and the Back-to-School Wellness Toolkit can also be found here!
RCOE Initiative: Foster Youth Success
Every child deserves the chance to be successful. In PTA - that's our business. That's what we do. Sometimes, it can be tricky to make sure that we are supporting all students in ways that meet students where they are, and using the Foster Youth Success initiative, PTA and PTSA units can gain insight and access to resources to not only better support foster youth, but also to help build stronger connections between the school, PTA and the school community so that all children have a safety net of care and support - no matter who or where they are.
Find more information at RCOE by clicking this link.
RCOE Launch: Foster Ferret
A resource under the Foster Youth Success Initiative, the Foster Ferret app was designed by foster youth for foster youth.
This app is a first-of-its-kind, and is now supporting foster youth across California. Features of this new app include:
- A digital vault
- A Wellness check-in
- A Hygiene check-in
- A Live Notebook
- The Burrow Shop
- The Diploma Pro
Learn more about the Foster Ferret app (which is already making a difference for foster youth in 13 local school districts!) by clicking this link for all the details.
HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO OUR PTA AND PTSA UNITS CHARTERED IN APRIL AND MAY!
Happy Birthday to our Units Chartered in April!
- 3 - Boulder Ridge Bulldogs PTA
- 14 - Harada Elementary PTA
- 15 - Alberhill Elementary PTA
- 16 - Andrew Jackson Elementary PTA
- 17 - Susan B. Anthony Elementary PTA
- 21 - Van Buren Elementary PTA
- 23 - John Adams Elementary PTA
- 24 - Dwight D. Eisenhower Elementary PTA
- 24 - Eastvale Elementary PTA
- 25 - Avalon Falcons PTA
- 25 - David A. Brown Middle PTSA
- 28 - VanderMolen PTA
Happy Birthday to our Units Chartered in May!
- 3 - Dr. Augustine Ramirez Intermedia School PTSA
- 4 - Katherine Finchy PTA
- 5 - Alamos Owls PTA
- 7 - Cesar Chavez Academy PTSA
- 8 - Santiago High School PTSA
- 10 - Lakeside High School PTSA
- 10 - Riverside STEM Academy PTSA
- 11 - Murrieta Mesa High School PTSA
- 14 - Rosa Parks PTA
- 14 - Vista Murrieta High School PTSA
- 15 - Daniel Buchanan Elementary PTA
- 15 - El Cerrito Middle School PTSA
- 15 - Monte Vista Elementary PTA
- 15 - Temecula Luiseno Elementary School PTA
- 16 - Todd Elementary PTA
- 17 - Foothill Elementary PTA
- 19 - Benjamin Franklin Elementary PTA
- 19 - Hawthorne Elementary PTA
- 20 - Great Oak High School PTSA
- 21 - Temescal Valley Elementary PTA
- 22 - Rice Canyon Elementary PTA
- 24 - Cawston Elementary PTA
- 24 - Jackson Elementary PTA
- 24 - Roaring Dragons PTA
- 27 - Clara Barton PTA
- 27 - Rancho Viejo PTSA
- 29 - Vail Elementary PTA
- 31 - Summit Academy PTSA
PTA Trivia! Play to Win!
Did you make it all the way through the newsletter?
This little blurb isn't in the table of contents, and that's because it's a surprise!
Can you answer these three PTA trivia questions below?
The first three people to email the correct answers to President@23rdDistrict.org
will win a PTA-themed prize, plus a shout-out at the Twenty-Third District PTA awards luncheon!
(This month, we are focusing on general business)
- Question 1: What three officers is a PTA required to have to operate?
- Question 2: A PTA or PTSA should have its annual election meeting no later than the end of the second week in April, TRUE or FALSE?
- Question 3: What portion of the dues per capita (the part sent through channels to California State PTA) belongs to Twenty-Third District PTA (hint: check your bylaws).
23rd District PTA - Contact Us Any Time!
Mailing Address
38670 Sky Canyon Dr #200,Murrieta, CA 92563
Email: Help@23rdDistrict.org
Website: www.23rdDistrict.org
Phone: (951) 365-5102
Facebook: facebook.com/23rdDistrictPTA
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/23rddistrictpta/