WSPTA Legislative Assembly
2021-10-23 09:00 - 2021-10-24 15:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Virtual
Subject to change.
https://www.wastatepta.org/events-programs/legislative-assembly/

Draft CCDEI standards private feedback session with PESB
2021-10-26 18:00 - 19:00 | Virtual
https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUpcOmopzktG9y5QICv31jkT4z_s8boCZ4w
The Professional Educator Standards Board (PESB) is a state agency focused on strengthening Washington’s educator workforce to best support student success. They have reached out to Washington State PTA seeking valuable feedback from families on their draft cultural competency, diversity, equity and inclusion (CCDEI+) educator standards. PESB has asked our members to participate in a facilitated feedback session, and to take their online survey.
We have scheduled a virtual meeting on October 26, 2021, from 6 to7 PM with PESB to learn more about the draft standards and share any thoughts, insights, or considerations our members might have. Register online to participate in this listening session.
Learn more

Take the survey.
Review the draft CCDEI Standards and Training Rubric.

Visit the CCDEI webpage to learn more.

Spend an Evening With Senate Education Chair Wellman
2021-11-03 19:00 - 20:30 | Virtual
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/meet-senate-education-chair-tickets-178837195867

Join a conversation about how the educational system needs to evolve to support students seeking jobs of the 21st century.

Join WSPTA and State Senator Lisa Wellman, Chair of the Senate Early Learning & K-12 Education Committee, for a conversation about how the educational system needs to evolve to support students seeking jobs of the 21st century, what is on the immediate horizon for students, and what to expect for the 2022 legislative session. Find out about state activities regarding mastery-based learning, defining a “profile of a graduate,” increasing graduation pathways, and much more.

Programs and Awards Q&A
2021-12-04 09:30 - 12:30 | Virtual
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/programs-and-awards-tickets-212610863817
At this Programs and Awards session, attendees will get an overview of our WSPTA Student Programs, PTA Awards of Excellence and PTA Leadership Service Awards. Helpful tips for preparing to apply for PTA group awards and promoting student programs will be shared. There will be a question and answer time included.

Focus on Advocacy Day/Week
2022-01-17
Subject to change
For more information check out the Focus on Advocacy webpage.

Focus on Advocacy Week
2022-01-18 - 2022-01-21
Subject to change.
For more information check out the Focus on Advocacy webpage.

Creating Welcoming Communities for LGBTQ+ Youth and Their Families
2022-01-29 09:00 - 10:30 | Virtual
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/creating-welcoming-communities-for-lgbtq-youth-and-their-families-tickets-214222594547

A frank discussion that will help PTA leaders better understand the experiences of these kids and their families.

This workshop will include a brief overview of the current landscape for transgender, non-binary, and gender expansive students, and a review of the terms and definitions associated with the topic. This will be a frank discussion that will help PTA leaders better understand the experiences of these kids and their families. Understanding their fears, hopes, and needs will help you identify concrete steps and actions that can help students thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.

Future of Family-School Partnerships
2022-02-28 17:00 - 18:00 | Virtual
Student Input Wanted – Help PTA Make Family Engagement More Inclusive and Impactful
On February 28, 5:00 – 6:00 pm, please join the National PTA Center for Family Engagement, Seattle Council PTSA and the Washington NAACP Youth Council for a virtual listening session to share student experiences with and perspectives on family-school partnerships. How do you and your family engage with your school? What are the most important components of creating a welcoming school environment?
National PTA will also use this feedback to inform a revised set of National Standards for family-school partnerships nationwide.
This listening session is open to all students throughout Washington state. Register at: Meeting Registration – Zoom

How to Host a Pop-up Vaccine Clinic
2022-03-02 19:00 - 20:00 | Virtual
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/how-to-host-a-pop-up-vaccine-clinic-tickets-272985385637
Join us a for Q&A session to help you set up and host a pop-up vaccine clinic in your community.
In addition, we will be sharing information on how your PTA may receive funds to help you host a clinic.
Your host will be Kelly Langston, National PTA COVID Continuation Funding Coordinator.

Reflections Student Recognition Celebration
2022-04-22 18:30 - 19:30 | Virtual
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/reflections-student-recognition-celebration-tickets-294293508807

Come celebrate this year’s Reflections winners!

This year’s WSPTA Reflections Student Recognition Celebration will be a virtual program. Our award-winning students’ artwork will be shown with live hosts guiding attendees through activities and a live chat feature so audience can congratulate students as their artwork is displayed.

2022 State Legislative Session Debrief
2022-04-26 19:00 - 20:30 | Virtual
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2022-state-legislative-session-debrief-tickets-295535714277
The fast-paced 2022 legislative session has ended, but what are the results?

Join WSPTA Legislative Consultant Marie Sullivan to get the scoop. Marie will summarize the operating and capital budget investments and brief members on policy bills. In addition, she’ll talk about bills that didn’t pass that might make good positions for the Fall Legislative Assembly. This will be an interactive Zoom meeting, so come prepared with your questions too.

Essay, Game Development, & Scholarship Awards Celebration
2022-04-28 18:30 - 19:30 | Virtual
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/essay-game-development-awards-celebration-tickets-294294702377

Come celebrate this year’s Essay, Game Development, and Scholarship winners!

This is a virtual student awards celebration for our essay, game development, and scholarship winners. We will hear the student authors’ winning essays and view game programs with a live chat feature so audience can congratulate students as their work is featured.

Canceled - Keeping Kids in School During COVID
2022-05-17 19:00 - 20:00 | Virtual
This session has been canceled and will be rescheduled for some time in the fall.
Keeping Kids in School During COVID: Join us for a talk with various experts on strategies for keeping our kids in school, such as campus-based COVID testing, as we continue to cope with COVID-19 and its ramifications. Invited panelist include the Washington State Department of Health, pediatricians, with support from Thermo Fisher Scientific.
Panelists:
Dr. Harbir Juj, pediatrician
Dr. Maria Huang, Northwest Pediatrics
Nancy Bernard, MPH, REHS, CPSI – Program Manager, School Environmental Health and Safety, Washington State Department of Health

WSPTA Convention
2022-05-20 08:00 - 2022-05-22 17:00
Subject to change. Currently scheduled for the Lynnwood Convention Center.

Autumn Leadership Launch
2022-08-26 - 2022-08-27 | Virtual
WSPTA will hosting the 2nd annual Autumn Leadership Launch (A.L.L.) on August 26-27, 2022. The Friday schedule will be 9:30 am to 7:15 pm and the Saturday schedule will be 8:00 am to 7:00 pm. Further details can be found on the A.L.L. webpage.
This event is a reimagined way to provide back-to-school leader development and will include the basics and specialized sessions for all of our volunteer leaders. We will provide a combination of live webinars, pre-recorded trainings, and discussion groups. In addition, the PTA and the Law training will be offered as a live webinar (it will not be recorded.)
Sign up early for just $35. The regular rate will be $50 starting on July 29. Registration is now open and can be accessed from the A.L.L. webpage.

WSPTA Leadership Conference
2022-08-28 09:00 - 17:00 | Virtual
All region directors, service delivery team members, state committee members, and council leaders are encouraged to join us on Sunday, August 28, from 9:00 am – 5:00 pm for the annual, remote Leadership Conference 2022!
The WSPTA board of directors and leadership committee have planned a fantastic remote conference designed to grow the leaders in our state. Access the schedule for the day here.
Register for this free event to learn about your role, develop advanced leadership skills, and network with others from across the state. Register here.

A.L.L. Registration Closes
2022-09-09 12:00

Reflections Local Leader Training
2022-09-15 18:30 - 20:00 | Virtual
Registration: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/reflections-local-leader-training-tickets-410709411907
This is the Reflections’ annual training class for PTA leaders. Included in this class is an overview of the program, and instructions on how both local and council PTAs can participate. There is also time set aside to answer questions from local leaders. This class will be recorded.

PTA and the Law - In-person - hosted by Lake Washington PTSA Council
2022-10-01 09:30 - 12:30 | LWSD Resource Center, 16250 Northeast 74th Street, Redmond, WA, 98052, United States
Register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/pta-and-the-law-in-person-hosted-by-lake-washington-council-tickets-413060072797
PTA and the Law is a required class for at least one PTA Officer each year. This is the most important and useful class of them all, as it will prepare you and your fellow officers to run your PTA with an eye toward the important legal and fiscal requirements in running a nonprofit. PTA and the Law deals with state and federal rules and regulations relevant to running a charitable, tax-exempt, nonprofit corporation in the State of Washington and will explain how these rules impact your PTA.

A.L.L. Whova App Access Closes
2022-10-03 12:00

WSPTA Legislative Assembly
2022-10-15 08:00 - 2022-10-16 17:00
Details available here, including registration form.

Reflections Local Leader Training
2022-10-22 09:30 - 11:00 | Virtual
Register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/reflections-local-leader-training-tickets-415653519867
This is the Reflections’ annual training class for PTA leaders. Included in this class is an overview of the program, and instructions on how both local and council PTAs can participate. There is also time set aside to answer questions from local leaders. This class will be recorded.

The Great PTA Sign Up Day
2022-10-26
Learn more about the day by reading this blog post or by visiting the Membership webpage.

Region 7 Listening Tour with Andrew Estep
2022-11-07 12:00 - 13:30 | Mukilteo School District Office, 9401 Sharon Dr., Everett, WA, 98204, United States
Register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/region-7-listening-tour-with-andrew-estep-tickets-432936864817
Join state leaders for lunch and an opportunity to share your thoughts.
Your voice is important in helping us shape the future of Washington State PTA and the work we do for all children. Tell us how things are going for you and your PTA. The Washington State PTA Listening Tour is part of the 2023-2026 strategic planning process. A panel of state board directors and other volunteer leaders will be there to hear your concerns and the challenges that you face. Our executive director, Andrew Estep, will moderate the session. Your honest and heartfelt answers will be integrated into the state’s plans for the next three year. Lunch will be served.

Focus on Advocacy - Q&A "Office Hours"
2023-02-01 12:00 - 13:00, 2023-02-01 19:00 - 20:00 | Virtual
We are so excited to have our first in-person Focus on Advocacy Day in Olympia on 2/20/23!
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 program, please just come by and let us help you.

WSPTA Advocacy Week
2023-02-06 08:00 - 2023-02-10 17:00

WSPTA Focus on Advocacy Day
2023-02-20 09:00 - 15:00 | Olympia, WA
Join us for our first IN-PERSON Focus on Advocacy Day in years!
Tickets are now available!

WSPTA members are invited to join us in Olympia to advocate for children and schools with elected officials.
Gather in the Columbia room with us to network and hear speakers from the WSPTA’s Advocacy Committee, State Board of Education, OSPI and Governor Islee’s office. We will also be offering docent-led tours of the Capitol grounds.
We are encouraging members to schedule meetings with their legislators this day (even if you need to schedule remote meetings).It is important to reach out to legislators as soon as possible, so here is a resource to help you with scheduling your meetings.
More details and information can be found on the Focus on Advocacy webpage and will be included in future newsletters.
Event Agenda*:
9:00 AM – Doors Open
9:30 AM – Welcome and Overview of the Day, Messaging
10:00 AM – Alissa Muller, State Board of Education, Mastery-based Learning
11:00 AM – Lunch & Networking
11:30 AM – Tour the Capitol
12:30 PM – Jenny Plaja, Government Relations Director, OSPI
1:00 PM – Maddy Thompson, Governor’s K-12 Policy Adviser
1:30 PM – Tour the Capitol
2:30 PM– Event Ends
*Please note that agenda is subject to change

PTA & The Law - In Person!
2023-03-02 17:30 - 20:30 | Marysville School District Service Center, 4220 80th Street Northeast, Marysville, 98270
Join us in-person for PTA and the Law!
This in-person class is hosted by Region 7 but open to all WSPTA members. Pizza will be served.
This is the most important and useful class of them all, as it will prepare you and your fellow officers to run your PTA with an eye toward the important legal and fiscal requirements in running a nonprofit. PTA and the Law deals with state and federal rules and regulations relevant to running a charitable, tax-exempt, nonprofit corporation in the state of Washington and will explain how these rules impact your PTA. PTA and the Law is a required class for at least one PTA officer each year.

Money Talks: from the State to the District, how school funding works in Washington
2023-06-12 19:00 - 20:00 | Virtual
Join this webinar to gain an understanding of how our schools are funded, what drives the budget decisions our buildings are facing, and how decisions made at different levels of government impact our classrooms.
ASL Interpretation will be available during this webinar and this webinar will be recorded.
