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PTA Urges Men to Get Involved

By Andrew L. Yarrow — September 28, 2010 1 min read
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The National PTA, in conjunction with its Men Organized to Raise Engagement Alliance and the National Fatherhood Leaders Group, has launched a campaign to get men more involved in the education, health, and well-being of children. The “Million Hours of Power” initiative, announced this month, aims to galvanize 350,000 men to serve at least three hours during this school year. The National PTA also has created online tools for men to become involved and to connect with relevant social networks.

A version of this article appeared in the September 29, 2010 edition of Education Week as PTA Urges Men to Get Involved

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