Advocacy

Join WSPTA Legislative Consultant Marie Sullivan for a review of the 2024 Legislative Session. Registration is required through the link below. Unable to attend? This session will be recorded and shared via the WSPTA Advocacy Page after the event.

The WSPTA Board of Directors voted at its June meeting to oppose Initiatives 2109 and 2117, based on positions previously adopted by its members. Join us for a round table on October 8 from 7-8 pm to learn more about the initiatives and how they would negatively impact education funding. There will be opportunities to […]

Come discuss how to participate in Legislative Assembly, what to expect, and how to be as delegate for your PTA, including how to get feedback on initiatives and resolutions prior to the event. WSPTA’s annual advocacy event is an incredible weekend of advocacy, education, and networking including informative guest presenters, workshops, panels, trainings, and of […]

Come discuss how to participate in Legislative Assembly, what to expect, and how to be as delegate for your PTA, including how to get feedback on initiatives and resolutions prior to the event. WSPTA’s annual advocacy event is an incredible weekend of advocacy, education, and networking including informative guest presenters, workshops, panels, trainings, and of […]

Join WSPTA Legislative Consultant Marie Sullivan for an overview of what to expect in the 2025 legislative session, including post-election changes in the legislature, known session protocols, and how to best engage with the 2025 legislature during this long session.

Please note new date - Thursday January 9, 2025 Join Legislative Consultant Marie Sullivan and leaders of the Washington State Legislature for a discussion about priorities during the 2025 Legislative Session. Confirmed speakers coming soon.  Register below

What is Focus on Advocacy Day? We need WSPTA leaders and members to meet with their state representatives and senators to share the PTA mission and priorities. Let’s make sure the PTA voice is loud and proud on this day! You will be provided with everything you need to know in order to schedule and […]

Many legislators will be holding town halls over the next few weeks to check in with their constituents. Legislative advocacy can feel intimidating or confusing at times. We get that and want to support you. Advocacy Committee members are happy to help you prepare for your town hall and answer any questions you might have. […]

Many legislators will be holding town halls over the next few weeks to check in with their constituents. Legislative advocacy can feel intimidating or confusing at times. We get that and want to support you. Advocacy Committee members are happy to help you prepare for your town hall and answer any questions you might have. […]

Join us to hear Washington State PTA's legislative consultant, Marie Sullivan, summarize how things went during the 2025 Legislative Session. The session will highlight the WSPTA scorecard on wins and losses on major policy bills and budget related to adopted legislative priorities and resolutions.