Well-informed, engaged parents make a difference for student success in school and beyond. At its heart, PTA is about connections and working together to support the health, well-being, and educational needs of all students.
Learn More.WSPTA teams up with businesses and associations that align with WSPTA’s mission and vision to serve the whole child by offering members special discounts. All Washington State PTA members can save money through these discounts.
Learn More.WSPTA is the oldest and the largest nonprofit grassroots children’s advocacy association in Washington state. Together we can strengthen our voice to improve the quality of our children’s health, welfare, safety, and education.
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Focus on Advocacy – Q&A “Office Hours”
We’re headed to Olympia in January for another in-person Focus on Advocacy Day! We know there are many questions about the day and how to best hold effective meetings with legislators. This is an open opportunity to have your questions answered by experienced WSPTA Advocates. There is no formal…
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Focus on Advocacy – Q&A “Office Hours”
We’re headed to Olympia in January for another in-person Focus on Advocacy Day! We know there are many questions about the day and how to best hold effective meetings with legislators. This is an open opportunity to have your questions answered by experienced WSPTA Advocates. There is no formal…
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2024 Legislative Session: Legislator Panel
Join capital budget leaders of the Washington State Legislature for a discussion about school construction funding and related priorities during the 2024 Legislative Session. Confirmed: Senator Mark Mullet, Chair, Senate Capital Budget Rep. Steve Tharinger, Chair, House Capital Budget Rep. Mike Steele, Asst. Ranking Member, House Capital…
View Event DetailsShare the Public Policy Priorities of National PTA and WSPTA
By: Susan Baird-Joshi, WSPTA Federal Legislative Chair, fedleg@wastatepta.org What does PTA have to do with federal legislation? It turns out, quite a bit. 2024 is the second of the two-year legislative cycle for Congress. 2024 is also a big election year. It’s important that we engage…
Read MoreNovember Checklist for Councils Supporting Local PTAs
Ongoing Tasks Review the 2023-24 Standards of Affiliation (SOA) Checklist. Host a training or roundtable at council membership meetings addressing timely SOA requirements. Offer support to local PTAs who may be struggling with any of the SOA requirements. At each council membership meeting, share the SOA items that your…
Read MoreNovember Checklist for Running Your PTA
Ongoing Tasks Attend any board and membership meetings Read meeting minutes and offer corrections Prepare reports for board and membership meetings Get educated: take advantage of in-person and online training opportunities Be familiar with your responsibilities and fulfill them Review and ask questions about the monthly financial report Actively…
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