Dear PTA Leaders,
We’re going Back 2 Basics—and we want YOU there to be part of it! I’m thrilled to officially invite you to the 2025 Florida PTA Leadership Convention, happening Thursday, July 10 – Sunday, July 13, 2025, at the beautiful Omni Orlando Resort at ChampionsGate in Orlando.
This year’s theme, Back 2 Basics, is all about amplifying the core of what makes PTA powerful: connection, leadership, advocacy, and community. Whether you’re a new leader or a seasoned changemaker, this convention offers fresh opportunities to grow, engage, and celebrate the heart of our mission—together.
What’s New in 2025
- Create Your Own Schedule with Our New App – Powered by EdFed!
Thanks to our sponsor, Educational Federal Credit Union (EdFed), we’re launching a brand-new Florida PTA Convention App in late April! Once you register, you’ll soon be able to select your sessions and build and change your own schedule before you even arrive as new interests are added.
- Artificial Intelligence Boot Camp
New this year: We’re offering an AI Boot Camp to help parents, families, and educators understand the evolving world of artificial intelligence—what it is, how it works, and what it means for our students’ future.
- Leadership Development Institute
We’re launching a Leadership Development Institute—a deep-dive learning experience focused on equipping current and future PTA leaders with the tools, strategies, and mindset needed to lead with impact at every level.
- President’s Academy – A Reimagined Experience
Our traditional president training has been completely redesigned! The new President’s Academy features expanded content and practical leadership skills—complete with a certificate of completion.
- PTA Golf Par-tee! – New This Year (FREE with RSVP)
Get ready for our first-ever golf-themed party! A new addition for 2025, this evening event will feature music, games, photo ops, and fun surprises. Free with registration—but RSVP is required!
- Reflections Showcase – FREE with RSVP
We’re bringing a Reflections program to Leadership Convention for the first time! Celebrate Florida students’ creativity in visual art, music, dance, photography, and more.This event is free for all attendees, but an RSVP is required.
- Plenary & Multiple Panel Discussions
Don’t miss our featured plenary session and panel discussions that spotlight meaningful PTA programs, creative engagement strategies, and real-life examples of PTA’s value in action.
- Professional Headshots – Courtesy of LifeTouch
New this year, attendees will have the opportunity to schedule a free professional headshot session, courtesy of our convention partner, LifeTouch. Whether you’re updating your PTA profile or polishing your professional brand, this is a great chance to get a high-quality photo—by appointment only.
- Kid Exploration Zone
New this year: Kid-EZone offers a fun, engaging space for children with their parents or guardian—making convention more accessible for families. More details forthcoming!
- Surprise Giveaways During General Sessions
Be in the room when it happens! We’re adding surprise giveaways during general sessions—but you must be present to win.
- Coaching & Council Connections
Take advantage of individual and group coaching, and dedicated meetups with County Council leaders—designed to provide targeted support and build stronger connections.
Returning Favorites
- Student Track is Back!
Our beloved Student Track is back, offering leadership-building workshops and activities just for youth attendees.
- Boxed Lunches
Convenient, delicious boxed lunches will once again be available for purchase to keep you energized.
- CPR Basics Exposure Session
Back this year: our CPR session, focused on introducing attendees to basic CPR knowledge. While not a certification course, it’s a valuable and practical session for anyone.
- PTA’s Got Talent: Rock the Stage Edition
Our annual talent show returns with a new theme: “Rock the Stage!” Sing, dance, perform—or just cheer on your fellow PTA stars—all while helping raise funds for a good cause.
- Scholarship Basket Raffle Fundraiser
Support our students through the Scholarship Basket Raffle! Baskets donated by local units and councils will be raffled off, with proceeds going directly to Florida PTA’s student scholarship fund.
Voting Delegate Eligibility – What You Need to Know
All Florida PTA members are welcomed to attend. If your local PTA has submitted membership dues to the state by May 1, you’re eligible to attend as a voting delegate.
The annual convention is where important decisions are made for Florida PTA—it’s our highest decision-making body.
Each local PTA that has sent in its membership dues to Florida PTA State Office by May 1 can send members as voting delegates as followed:
- Their president (or another officer as an alternate), and
- One delegate (or alternate), plus
- One additional delegate for every 100 members—or most of 100 (e.g., 151 members = 2 delegates)
This ensures that every local unit has a voice and a vote in shaping the future of our association.
Delegates and alternates must have been PTA members for at least 30 days and elected at an open meeting or by the executive board.
But we can’t stress enough—while only designated delegates vote, all PTA members are welcome to attend convention, participate in workshops, network, and be part of the experience as a member!
Register Now —Don’t Miss Out on Early Bird Rates!
Register now and take advantage of our early bird pricing—available for a limited time. Save your spot, save money, and get ready for a weekend full of leadership, learning, and unforgettable memories.
Register Link: 2025 Florida PTA Leadership Convention
The first 100 people to register for the 2025 Leadership Convention will receive a special free gift—just our way of saying thanks for being an early bird and committed PTA leader!
Discounted Rooms Just for You!
We highly recommend booking your hotel room no later than June 16, 2025, to take advantage of the special Florida PTA discounted rate of $179 per night (single/double occupancy, not inclusive of a $12 resort fee).
🔗 Reserve your room online: Omni Hotel Booking Link
📞 Or call: 1-800-THE-OMNI (1-800-843-6664)
Want to Showcase Your Business or Organization?
The Florida PTA Leadership Convention is the perfect opportunity to connect directly with hundreds of engaged parent leaders, educators, and decision-makers from across the state. Whether you’re interested in exhibiting or sponsoring part of the event, we have a range of opportunities to help you make an impact as a mission partner.
Become a Mission Partner: https://www.floridapta.org/become-an-exhibitor/
We can’t wait to see you in Orlando!
With appreciation,
Maxine Ann-Marie Lewers, President
Florida PTA