Convention Resolutions
Resolutions call attention to a problem and a need for action on a particular issue. Resolutions are a source of policy for the Hawaii State PTA and its local units. If a problem, situation, or concern has statewide implications affecting children and youth and warrants PTSA action, a convention resolution is one way to authorize action.
**DEADLINE for submitting a potential resolution for consideration at the
2023 Hawaii State PTSA Convention is February 15th.**
**DEADLINE for submitting a potential resolution for consideration at the
2023 Hawaii State PTSA Convention is February 15th.**
What is a resolution?
_ A resolution is an original main motion which, because of its importance, length, or complexity, is submitted in writing. Resolutions call for action by the Hawaii State PTSA or its constituent bodies (regions or local units). Resolutions seek to address problems, situations or concerns which affect children and youth and which require action for solution.
When are convention resolutions submitted?
Resolutions must be submitted no less than 2 months before convention, to be considered at the upcoming convention. For consideration at the 2023 Hawaii State PTSA Convention, by no later February 15, 2023, two copies of the resolution submission package must be sent to the Hawaii State PTSA office at PO Box 459, Pearl City, HI 96782.
Who may submit a resolution?
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Local Units, Regions,
or the Hawaii State PTSA Board of Directors, may submit resolutions for
consideration by the Hawaii State PTSA convention body. To be considered, the
resolution must have been presented to and adopted by the voting body of the
submitting group.
Formatting of a resolution...
_Whereas/Resolved:
A convention resolutions usually consist of two main parts:
Background Material:
For more information on formatting resolutions, including an example of a submitted resolution, visit the National PTA's Resolution Toolkit or contact the Hawaii State PTSA at [email protected].
A convention resolutions usually consist of two main parts:
- Whereas: The preamble portion of the convention resolution consisting of a statement(s) providing information on the convention resolution, reasons for the convention resolution, and why it should be adopted.
- Resolved: The main motion. The Resolved statements constitute the request for action and express the opinion or will of the group.
Background Material:
- At least three background reference from different sources must be submitted for each whereas.
- Background materials must be factual and verifiable.
For more information on formatting resolutions, including an example of a submitted resolution, visit the National PTA's Resolution Toolkit or contact the Hawaii State PTSA at [email protected].