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WSPTA Programs/Reflections Workshop
2025-11-03 19:00 - 20:00 (America/Los_Angeles)
Are you running a Reflections program and having some questions or need some inspiration or advice?
Need help advertising the Essay Contest?
Want to apply for an Awards of Excellence but not sure where to start?
Want to apply for a Leadership Service Award but don’t know where to start?
Come ask questions and learn about Reflections and our other WSPTA programs and how you can apply! These are all drop in so don’t feel like you have to stay the whole time. We want to celebrate the work your students and PTAs do and we want you to know all about the great programs WSPTA offers!
Register below.

Veterans Day - Office Closed
2025-11-11
The WSPTA office will be closed in observance of Veterans Day.

AIM Insurance Roundtable
2025-11-13 18:30 - 19:30
Join AIM as they talk about the different types of insurance coverage that is offered for your PTA. Have an opportunity to ask questions after about what might be the best type of insurance coverage for your PTA to sign up for.
Register below.

Leadership Conference
2025-11-15 10:00 - 13:00
This is an invitation-only day of online learning and networking for state PTA and council leaders.

PTA and the Law
2025-11-17 13:00 - 16:00, 2025-12-05 09:00 - 12:00, 2026-01-08 13:00 - 16:00
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.
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Managing Your Nonprofit
2025-11-19 09:00 - 11:00, 2025-12-09 13:00 - 15:00, 2026-01-12 18:00 - 20:00
The financial management of the PTA is the responsibility of the entire board of directors. Learn the basic financial skills to manage and track PTA funds, online accounts, legal obligations to maintain your tax-exempt status and other considerations. Recommended for all elected officers and board members.
Register below.

WSPTA Programs/Reflections Workshop
2025-12-01 10:00 - 11:00
Are you running a Reflections program and having some questions or need some inspiration or advice?
Need help advertising the Essay Contest?
Want to apply for an Awards of Excellence but not sure where to start?
Want to apply for a Leadership Service Award but don’t know where to start?
Come ask questions and learn about Reflections and our other WSPTA programs and how you can apply! These are all drop in so dont feel like you have to stay the whole time. We want to celebrate the work your students and PTAs do and we want you to know all about the great programs WSPTA offers!
Register below

Nominating Committee
2025-12-02 18:00 - 20:00, 2026-01-10 09:00 - 11:00, 2026-01-27 09:00 - 11:00, 2026-02-04 13:00 - 15:00
This presentation will help participants understand the importance of the nominating committee, how to elect them, and methods of organization so they have the tools to help them recruit the best qualified candidates for the positions.
Register below.

Pre-Session Legislator Panel
2025-12-10 19:00 - 20:30
The WSPTA Advocacy Team along with our legislative consultant Marie Sullivan will be hosting a panel of legislators to talk about what to expect in the upcoming 2026 legislative session.
Confirmed panelists:
Senator Paul Harris, R-Vancouver (Bio here)
Representative Sharon Tomiko Santos, D-Seattle (Bio here)
Senator Lisa Wellman, D-Mercer Island (Bio here)
Register below to join us!

Winter Break - Office Closed
2025-12-24 - 2025-12-31

New Year's Day - Office Closed
2026-01-01
The WSPTA office will be closed in observance of New Year’s Day.

Reflections Submission Training
2026-01-06 19:00 - 20:00
A night to learn how to turn in your Reflections Submissions for councils and non-council PTAs. Please bring questions if you have them!
Register below.

What to Expect during the 2026 State Legislative Session
2026-01-08 19:00 - 20:00
The Washington State legislative session is right around the corner. Join WSPTA’s legislative consultant Marie Sullivan as she gives a preview of what to expect.
Date has changed to January 8th as of November 2025.
Register below.

Reflections Submissions Due
2026-01-14
Submit online.

Awards of Excellence Deep Dive
2026-01-15 10:00 - 11:00, 2026-01-15 19:00 - 20:00
Come learn about the Awards of Excellence program! Learn tips and tricks on how to apply and important dates. Learn about the new awards for 2025-26 and how your PTA can apply for them! There will be a question and answer session at the end so bring your questions.
Register below.

Focus Day
2026-01-19 | State Capitol, 416 Sid Snyder Ave SW, Olympia, WA, 98504, United States
Join us for Focus Day in Olympia to “go to bat for kids”! Come advocate with elected officials to close the funding gaps and ensure financial stability for schools and other vital issues that impact students around the state! Advocacy is a team sport. Build community and network with your fellow WSPTA advocates and leaders. All WSPTA members are welcome. Bring your children to join in the fun! Wear your “PTA Blue” or “Go to bat for kids” shirts.
Additional information and registration can be found at the event website below.

Martin Luther King, Jr. Day - Office Closed
2026-01-19
The WSPTA office will be closed in observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day.

Leadership Service Awards Office Hours
2026-01-24 10:00 - 11:00
Come learn how to fill out and apply for the Leadership Service Awards. Every WSPTA leader should apply for the Leadership Service Awards as a way to celebrate their work with WSPTA! This also looks good on your resume and it is not hard to apply for. You receive pins for each level that you complete and if you get Crystal you get a trophy. Join us to learn more and get your application started.
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Advocacy Week
2026-01-26 - 2026-01-30
Virtual
Date and time subject to change.

WSPTA Special Education Mixer
2026-01-29 18:00 - 20:00
WSPTA Special Education Committee invites families and community members to a virtual MIXER to hear and share Special Education & Special Needs PTA experiences and receive a legislative update.
Please register below in order to receive the meeting link.

Winter Board Meeting
2026-01-31 10:00 - 13:00

WSPTA Programs/Reflections Workshop
2026-02-02 10:00 - 11:00
Are you running a Reflections program and having some questions or need some inspiration or advice?
Need help advertising the Essay Contest?
Want to apply for an Awards of Excellence but not sure where to start?
Want to apply for a Leadership Service Award but dont know where to start?
Come ask questions and learn about Reflections and our other WSPTA programs and how you can apply! These are all drop in so don’t feel like you have to stay the whole time. We want to celebrate the work your students and PTAs do and we want you to know all about the great programs WSPTA offers!
Register below.
