The Pal Policy Agenda

What does the Parents Advocate League Organization provide?

What is the PAL Policy Agenda?

We are dedicated to advocating for students in public education. Our Policy Agenda helps you see our goals and direction. The only thing missing is you. We need more parents, teachers and voters to stand up for what is right with the public education system. We need your voice and your advocacy. Join us and become a free member.

• Support Choices in Education

  • Inform parents of the range of available choices in public education to meet students needs including current legislation such as: The Open Enrollment Act which allows students of failing schools as determined by the state to relocate to a better school within their district.
  • Raise awareness that charter schools, magnet schools, homeschools, and non-traditional or virtual programs are public school options by definition and tuition-free.
  • Educate parents and community to seek and support choices in education.
  • Support and expand all choices in education through awareness and community involvement.

• Ensure Teachers, Administrators, and Decision Makers in Education are Effective

  • Mobilize parents and the community to join PAL to affect changes in education that support students.
  • Advocate for students’ rights and assist parents in finding resources to aide in their child’s educational needs.
  • Raise awareness of legislation that requires increased accountability from educators, administrators and school districts.
  • Advocate for meeting individualized student needs.
  • Advance the need for student health, security and safety on school campuses.
  • Support and recognize educators that elevate their profession through accountability and dedication to student achievement.

• Promote Transparency and Accountability in Education

  • Educate parents on how to use meaningful data and analysis through workshops to help them make informed decisions about their child’s education.
  • Promote laws that equitable funding for all public school students.
  • Support parents in their advocacy for high quality student achievement regardless of ability and zip code.
  • Communicate timely and relevant information to educate parents on issues that directly impacts public education.
  • Educate parents on education policies and how those policies relate to their child.
  • Promote public education advancement in science and technology.
  • Educate and mobilize parents and community to ensure funding is used properly and for the advancement and improvement of all student academic achievement.