Alice McLellan Birney

Alice McLellan Birney was an influential American educator and one of the founders of the National Parent-Teacher Association (PTA) in 1897. She dedicated her life to improving education and fostering cooperation between parents and teachers to support children's well-being. Birney believed that involving parents in schools was essential for children's development and societal progress. Her work helped establish organized efforts to unite families and educators, promoting better educational practices and community engagement across the United States.