PTA and the Law - In-person - hosted by Lake Washington PTSA Council
2022-10-01 09:30 - 12:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | 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

Legislative Assembly Registration Closes
2022-10-06 12:00
Registration for attendees and delegates, in-person or remote, closes at noon.
More information available here.

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

PTA and the Law
2022-10-19 09:30 - 12:30 | Virtual
Register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/pta-and-the-law-tickets-413141426127
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.

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.

FACE/DEI Roundtable
2022-10-25 18:00 - 19:00 | Virtual
Register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/facedei-roundtable-tickets-420775760627
Please join a free-flowing discussion about FACE efforts going on in your area and around the state. Share ideas, take away something new, and meet other FACE-focused folkx from Washington. There will be no agenda, but FACE Director Shelby Reynolds will provide prompts to keep our conversations productive and focused.

Roles and Responsibilities of the Board - Presented by AVP Teri Davis and open to all
2022-10-25 18:00 - 20:00 | Virtual
Register: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/roles-and-responsibilities-tickets-432279578857
Presented by AVP Teri Davis and open to all.
This “all-in-one” presentation offers an overview of the duties of the board of directors and the specific roles of all board members. A great class for those just starting out on a board, or those who want a “big-picture” view of many different board positions.

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.

SOA Requirement Due - 25 members
2022-10-31

Reflections Theme Search Submissions Due
2022-11-01

Region 6 Fall Conference
2022-11-05 09:00 - 15:30 | Nathan Hale High School, 10750 30th Ave NE, Seattle, Washington, 98125
Register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/region-6-fall-conference-tickets-445588787057
Before we “Fall Back,” Region 6 is offering an in-person training for local PTAs and Councils, featuring PTA and the Law and other valuable leadership classes. We will provide coffee, light lunch, fun door prizes, and chocolate!
Here is the day’s agenda:
9:00am-12:00pm – PTA and the Law
12:00-12:45 Lunch and Listening Session with Executive Director Andrew Estep
12:45-2:00 Select a session:

Special Ed Families Included in PTA

Middle & High School PTAs: Relevance, Engagement, Success

Branding & Marketing Your PTA

2:15-3:30 Select a session:

Councils: Supporting PTAs Issues Conflict Advice

PTA Boards & Administrators

FACE: Empowering All Families

Standards of Affiliation (SOA) Questions/Roundtable - Presented by AVP Teri Davis and open to all
2022-11-05 10:00 - 12:00 | Virtual
Register: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/standards-of-affiliation-soa-questionsroundtable-tickets-432283560767
Presented by AVP Teri Davis and open to all.
To provide support and guidance to our local PTAs and councils, WSPTA provides the Standards of Affiliation (SOA) Agreement Checklist to help navigate legal requirements. Completing this checklist will help local PTA and council leaders ensure their independent nonprofit business remains current with all IRS, state, insurance, and PTA requirements. This training will review the requirements and how to complete them, so your local PTA or council remains in good standing.

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.

Managing Your Nonprofit PTA
2022-11-10 18:00 - 20:30 | Virtual
Register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/managing-your-non-profit-pta-tickets-420778558997
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.

Veterans Day - office closed
2022-11-11

Standing Rules - Presented by AVP Teri Davis and open to all
2022-11-14 11:30 - 13:30 | Virtual
Register: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/standing-rules-tickets-433002240357
Presented by AVP Teri Davis and open to all.
Your standing rules are the agreement between your board of directors and your members about how your PTA will do business. What needs to be there? What does not? Whether your standing rules need a complete overhaul or just a quick update, this workshop will walk you through it. Bring your PTA’s standing rules!

IRS Form 990 Due to the IRS
2022-11-15

Nominations for WSPTA Board of Director Positions Due
2022-11-15

Resolutions Submissions (new or amended) Due
2022-11-15
For consideration at Convention 2023.

Bylaws Amendment Recommendations Due
2022-11-15 08:00 - 17:00

Nominating Committee Informational Webinar
2022-11-16 11:00 - 12:30
This practice is a key indicator of PTA health and is a WSPTA Bylaw and SOA requirement. This presentation will help participants understand the importance of the nominating committee, how to elect them, and methods of organization so PTAs have the tools to help them recruit the best qualified candidates for the positions. A fair and impartial nomination process involves your membership and ensures your PTA’s success for many years into the future.

PTA and the Law - In Person Hosted by Region 5
2022-11-18 17:30 - 20:30 | Pierce County Skills Center, 16117 Canyon Rd East, Puyallup, WA, 98375, United States
Register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/446149433967
This is the most important and useful class of them all, as it will prepare you and your fellow officers to run your PTA.

PTA and the Law
2022-11-19 09:30 - 12:30 | Virtual
Register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/pta-and-the-law-tickets-428777072767
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.

Thanksgiving - Office Closed
2022-11-24 - 2022-11-25

Making Your PTA More DEI
2022-11-28 18:00 - 19:30 | Virtual
Register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/making-your-pta-more-dei-tickets-428782368607

Liability Insurance for AIM Due
2022-11-30
To avoid lapse in coverage.

PTA & The Law Webinar
2022-11-30 08:00 - 17:00 | Virtual
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.

Council Summit
2022-11-30 19:00 - 20:30 | Virtual
Register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/council-summit-tickets-415611885337

2023 Legislative Session Preview: Legislator Panel
2022-12-14 19:00 - 20:45 | Virtual
Join key leaders of the Washington State Legislature for a preview of priorities for the 2023 Legislative Session. This interactive meeting will allow attendees the opportunity to learn how policy and budget priorities may align with WSPTA’s adopted legislative platform and get the most current information about how to participate in the process this year.

Schedule:
7:00 – 7:50pm – Current legislators
7:50 – 8:00pm – Break
8:00 – 8:45pm – New legislators

Current legislators:
-Sen. Lisa Wellman, D-Mercer Island
-Rep. Sharon Tomiko Santos, D-Seattle
-Rep. Alex Ybarra, R-Quincy

Newly elected legislators:
-Rep.-elect Chipalo Street, D-Seattle
-Rep.-elect Sam Low, R-Lake Stevens
-Sen.-elect Claudia Kauffman, D-Kent

The 2023 legislative session begins January 9th and runs 105 days.
