Ongoing Tasks
- Remind PTAs to make sure their online membership is set up and ready to receive membership for 2026-2027. Please also use Givebacks to report your newly elected 2026-2027 officers.
- Offer support to local PTAs who may be struggling with any of the SOA requirements.
- Check in on any PTAs that received a membership waiver to make sure they are ready to hit at least 25 by October 31st.
- Encourage incoming local PTA leaders to plan a summer board retreat and board transition meeting(s).
- Remind local PTA leaders about the Annual Report for Nonprofit Corporations.
- Was your council PTA Incorporated in July? If so, then your Corporate Annual Report is due on July 31. The annual corporate renewal is due regardless of your PTA’s annual income and is separate from the Charitable Organization Registration/ Renewal. Washington Secretary of State’s office recommends early filing to avoid delinquent status.
- Do you need to update the signers with your bank? If you need to update your signers with your bank you will need to file, the Amended Annual report with the Secretary of State’s office.
July Monthly Tasks for the incoming board of directors
Your council position officially begins on July 1 but there are things you can begin to do to set your council up for success.
- Plan a fun council community activity and attend the fourth Washington State PTA Day at the Park with our Seattle Mariners on August 23.
- Schedule a summer board retreat and next year’s membership meetings. Share your meeting schedule with your local PTA leaders. Meet with district administration to discuss policies, calendars, and back-to-school volunteer needs.
- Ask the superintendent if you may speak at an August principals’ meeting to introduce the council board and share ‘the role of council.’
- Encourage local PTA leaders to register for the August Leadership Launch. This 100% virtual training will be held on August 7 and 8. Registration is open now! Be sure to keep an eye on your Newsletters and the Washington State PTA social media accounts for more announcements.