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April 10-12 2026

We are excited to be partnering with UCCS, whose generous support has made it possible to offer our 2026 Colorado PTA Convention free of charge this year. While registration is free, the cost of hosting a meaningful, high-quality convention is not. Times are tight, and we still need your support to make this event successful. Please consider donating to help cover food costs, printing, and the many details that go into making our convention great for every attendee. Your support helps ensure we can continue to grow together — Rooted in purpose, Rising in impact. Donations can be made during Registration. 

Welcome to the Annual PTA Convention!

We’re thrilled to bring together passionate parents, teachers, and advocates dedicated to shaping a brighter future for our students. This year’s convention promises inspiring keynotes, insightful workshops, and valuable networking opportunities designed to empower you with tools and ideas to support our schools and communities. Let’s come together to learn, share, and strengthen our collective impact. Thank you for joining us in making a difference—let’s make this convention unforgettable!

Join us for the 2026 Colorado PTA Annual Convention as we come together to learn, connect, and grow as advocates for children, families, and schools across our state.  

 

Rooted & Rising  
This year’s theme, Rooted & Rising, reflects the strength of our shared foundation and the momentum we’re building for the future. 
   •    Rooted in PTA’s mission, values, and local communities 
   •    Rising as leaders, advocates, and change makers for every child through engaging workshops, inspiring speakers, and meaningful connections, attendees will leave grounded in purpose and energized to lead with confidence. 

 

Keynote Speaker 


       

We are excited to announce our 2026 Convention Keynote Speaker, Eli Harwood, MA, LPC 

 

Eli Harwood is a licensed therapist with more than 18 years of clinical experience, an author of four books on the topic of secure attachment, a mom of three, and an educator with more than 1.4 million followers across social media under the handle @attachmentnerd. To learn more about Eli and her work, visit www.attachmentnerd.com.


Interested in becoming a community partner? We would love to connect with organizations that support children, families, and education. Learn More About Becoming a Community Partner Here, or email us directly at exhibitors@copta.org  
 
 We look forward to welcoming you as we grow together — Rooted in purpose, Rising in impact 

 

Colorado PTA Annual Convention 2026

Along with our inspiring keynote, attendees can look forward to: Top-tier PTA leader trainings with new information and fresh perspectives, and an exhibitor hall filled with businesses and organizations ready to help your PTA succeed and thrive. Workshops covering timely and impactful topics will include: 

Ø  Understanding the Rights of LGBTQ+ Students 

Ø  What Parents Need to Know About IEPs 

Ø  Resources for Parents on Gun Safety 

Ø  What Parents Need to Know About AI 

And more! 

 

Friday, April 10th 7:00–8:00 PM at the Hyatt Place:  

Kick off Convention with a relaxed happy hour. Join us for a chance to connect with fellow PTA members and leaders, mix and mingle with exhibitors, and ease into the weekend together. Please note:  This will be a no-host happy hour, and attendees will be responsible for purchasing their own drinks. Everyone is welcome; hotel reservations are not required to attend.  

 

Saturday & Sunday April 11-12: Full days of learning, engagement, and community building. The convention will conclude at 2:00 PM on Sunday. 

 
A detailed schedule will be released by March 21, 2026.

New Colorado PTA Partnership Program: Colorado PTA invites mission-aligned businesses and nonprofits to partner with us in supporting statewide programs.
REGISTER FOR CONVENTION NOW UNTIL March 21ST
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CONVENTION GIVES PTA MEMBERS OPPORTUNITIES TO:

  • Meet, network and develop relationships with others from all across Colorado who love children as much as you do.
  • Hear from both State and National PTA representatives, as well as other keynote speakers
  • Participate in motivating and informative workshop sessions on current issues, advocacy and leadership training that will help you develop programs, projects and activities in your local PTA/PTSA.
  • The convention serves as the annual business meeting of Colorado PTA where voting delegates impact our future.  

As PTA members, we know how powerful mothers, fathers, grandparents and caring community members can be when they join together to improve our schools. Convention is the time for us to join together to learn from each other, celebrate our successes and build for the future. We encourage you to attend and to take advantage of all the opportunities available at Convention.

Thank you to our Spring 2026 Community Partners!

We extend our heartfelt thanks to all of our Spring 2026 Community Partners for their invaluable support of Colorado PTA. Your commitment to education and family engagement is truly appreciated, and we are grateful for the resources, energy, and enthusiasm you bring to our shared mission!