Grandparents. com Kicks Off National Search for "Today's Extraordinary Grandparents"* National PTA to Assist as Part of Newly Formed Partnership Nominate a Remarkable Grandparent You Know
Today Grandparents. com kicked off a major national search for Today's Extraordinary Grandparents -- individuals who are active, involved and redefining what it means to be a grandparent. The search runs through the summer, with winners announced in time for Grandparent's Day on September 13, 2009. The National PTA will encourage parents and students to nominate the special person in their life who is truly making a difference. Through grassroots efforts and on-line initiatives, Grandparents. com will also take part in the search, accepting nominations on its website and by mail.
New York, NY (PRWEB) May 20, 2009
Today Grandparents. com (http://www. grandparents. com/gp/home/index. html? utm_source=Press&utm_medium=Release&utm_campaign=TEG) kicked off a major national search for Today's Extraordinary Grandparents (http://www. grandparents. com/gp/extraordinarygp/index. html? utm_source=Press&utm_medium=Release&utm_campaign=TEG)-- individuals who are active, involved and redefining what it means to be a grandparent. The search runs through the summer, with winners announced in time for Grandparent's Day on September 13, 2009.
"We are combing the country to find and recognize those special grandparents who are doing extraordinary things with their grandkids," said grandparenting expert, Dr. Georgia Witkin, "individuals who are teaching younger generations about the legacy of service."
The National PTA will encourage parents and students to nominate the special person in their life who is truly making a difference. Through grassroots efforts and on-line initiatives, Grandparents. com will also take part in the search, accepting nominations on its website and by mail.
"As times change, the involvement of extended family members, including grandparents, becomes more and more important. That's why we are thrilled to be a part of this effort that celebrates the 70 million grandparents in this country," said Erin Hart, National PTA's Director of Strategic Alliances and Partnerships. "Through the award, we hope to recognize the important role that grandparents play in supporting their grandchild's education, health, and positive development."
If you would like to set up an interview with Dr. Witkin from Grandparents. com or any of the
Participating families in your area, contact Lynn Munroe 845-548-1211 or lynn@grandparents. com.
About Grandparents. com (http://www. grandparents. com/gp/home/index. html? utm_source=Press&utm_medium=Release&utm_campaign=TEG)
Grandparents. com is the premier community for today's new generation of active,
Involved grandparents to foster connections with their grandchildren and their adult
Children. The site offers content to inspire such connections, including child - and grandparent friendly activities, travel ideas, compelling lifestyle features, expert advice, gift ideas and much more. To facilitate communication among grandparents, children and their parents, visitors have access to a range of online tools including groups, discussions, blogs, photo-sharing & video-chat applications.
About National PTA (http://www. pta. org/?utm_source=Press&utm_medium=Release&utm_campaign=TEG)
PTA comprises millions of families, students, teachers, administrators, and business and community leaders devoted to the educational success of children and the promotion of parent involvement in schools. PTA is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that prides itself on being a powerful voice for all children, a relevant resource for families and communities, and a strong advocate for public education. Membership in PTA is open to anyone who wants to be involved and make a difference for the education health, and welfare of children and youth.
CONTACT:
Lynn Munroe: 845-548-1211
GRANDPARENTS. COM (http://www. grandparents. com/gp/home/index. html? utm_source=Press&utm_medium=Release&utm_campaign=TEG) KICKS OFF NATIONAL SEARCH FOR
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