Region 5 Fall Link Up and Learn
2023-09-30 10:00 - 15:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Pierce County Skills Center, 16117 Canyon Rd East, Puyallup, WA, 98375, United States
Region 5 Fall Link Up & Learn is an opportunity for local leaders to come together, network with each other, and attend training classes to strengthen their PTA knowledge and leadership skills.
We plan to offer the following classes:

PTA Boards and Admins – Building Productive Relationships
Managing Your Non-Profit
Navigating a Meeting

Refreshments will be offered.

Reflections Leaders Training
2023-10-07 09:00 - 10:30
We are providing a virtual WSPTA training about how to run the National PTA Reflections program at your school or council level. A brief overview of the program will be provided along with deadline/timeline review and helpful tips for arranging judging and submitting your winning entries to state. There will be a question-and-answer session at the end of the presentation. This presentation is geared towards new Reflection chairs but also includes information that experienced chairs will need.

Nominating Committee
2023-10-12 12:00 - 13:30, 2023-11-08 18:00 - 19:30
Join us for this presentation to 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 position. Come learn the basics and why this is such an important committee it’s part of the WSPTA Uniform Bylaws and Standards of Affiliation!

Bylaws Amendment Recommendation Deadline
2023-10-15
The WSPTA governance committee has opened the window for member-submitted amendments to the WSPTA Uniform Bylaws. Submissions are due by 11:59 pm on October 15, 2023.

WSPTA Legislative Assembly
2023-10-21 - 2023-10-22 | Virtual
WSPTA will be remotely hosting the WSPTA’s 45th annual Legislative Assembly on October 21-22, 2023. There will be more details to come closer to the event.

PTA & The Law
2023-10-28 09:00 - 12:00, 2023-11-06 10:00 - 13:00, 2023-11-16 18:00 - 21:00, 2023-12-02 09:00 - 12:00, 2024-01-18 18:00 - 21:00
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.

Managing Your Nonprofit PTA
2023-11-01 18:00 - 21:00
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.

WPSTA Board Meeting
2023-11-04 09:00 - 17:00 | Residence Inn Redmond, Redmond, WA
Date and time subject to change.

Council Summit
2023-11-09 19:00 - 20:30
Join us to connect on timely issues relevant to Council leaders and Region Service Committees. Tips, updates and networking with other leaders is a part of the evening!

Veteran's Day (Observed) – Office Closed
2023-11-10

Special Education PTA Leader Connections
2023-11-14 19:00 - 20:30 | Virtual
Invitations with the registration link are being sent out to all Special Education PTSA leaders around the state. Check your email inbox for information. If you have questions, please contact specialeducation@wastatepta.org. Thank you!

IRS Form 990/990EZ/990-N due to IRS
2023-11-15

Thanksgiving – Office Closed
2023-11-23 - 2023-11-24

Focus on Advocacy - Q&A "Office Hours"
2023-12-06 19:00 - 20:00, 2023-12-12 12:00 - 13:00 | Virtual
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 program, please just come by and let us help you.

2024 Legislative Session: Legislator Panel
2023-12-13 19:00 - 20:30 | Virtual
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 Budget
Invited: Leader from Senate Republican caucus

WSPTA Programs Roundtable
2023-12-14 18:30 - 20:00
You won’t want to miss the details on our upcoming fantastic statewide Programs! Join the conversation and hear what is on the immediate horizon!

Christmas – Office Closed
2023-12-25 - 2023-12-26

Winter Break – Office Closed
2023-12-27 - 2023-12-29

New Year's Day – Office Closed
2024-01-01

What to Expect in the 2024 Legislative Session
2024-01-03 19:00 - 20:30 | Virtual
Join WSPTA Legislative Consultant Marie Sullivan for an overview of what to expect in the 2024 legislative session, including known session protocols and how to best engage with the 2024 legislature during this short, 60-day session.

Reflections Leaders WSPTA Submissions Review
2024-01-10 18:30 - 20:00 | Virtual
This class is for local PTA and council Reflections chairs to review the virtual submission process. WSPTA is not accepting any physical entries. All advancing entries must be entered into the AMS-award management system.

Martin Luther King Jr Day – Office Closed
2024-01-15

Focus on Advocacy Day
2024-01-15 09:00 - 14:30 | State Capitol, 416 Sid Snyder Ave SW, Olympia, WA, 98504, United States
Focus on Advocacy Day will take place on Monday, January 15, 2024 at the Capitol Building in Olympia. Stay tuned for details and registration. Don’t miss out on this in person opportunity to connect with WSPTA advocates.
Who can come to Focus Day? PTA members and students are welcome!

Reflections Due Date - Jan 18
2024-01-18
All entries to the state Reflections contest must be submitted via the online application (located here: https://wspta.smapply.io/)by this date. These may only be submitted by council Reflections chairs and local Reflections chairs for PTAs without an active council.
