Local PTAs may see their state PTA and National PTA as just a group to which they have to pay membership dues without getting anything in return. They may not see the state PTA as a resource. Perhaps they are not attending their state convention or the National PTA convention because they do not perceive any value. The author has learned from experience that there is tremendous value for local leaders in working with state and National PTA. The conventions offer numerous workshops to attend, leadership training, and networking with other members across the state and the country to share best practices and solve problems. Building local-state PTA relationships is especially important to the mutual goal of empowering families in all the states to help children succeed.