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October 26, 2026

Programs Kickoff

Programs Kickoff-come learn about our new system, all our programs and their updates and much more! We will be kicking off the programs season and we can’t wait to celebrate the wins!!! Identical content will be offered twice on this date. Session 1: 10:30am – 12:30pm Session 2: 6:30pm – 8:30pm  Please select the session…
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October 23, 2026

Planning for Powerful PTA Programs

PTA Programs, Events, and Fundraisers are a critical (and fun) part of the service we provide to our schools and communities. In this session, participants will learn about how to run a successful program starting from a tradition or a new idea. We’ll even talk about how to virtualize an event when participants can’t come…
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October 5, 2026

Can a PTA Require School Staff to be Members to be Eligible for Classroom Grants? 

Let’s consider the question of whether a PTA can require staff to be members in order to qualify for classroom grants. The short answer to that is NO, and requiring it would jeopardize the PTA’s tax-exemption.  Charging a fee (dues) to apply for or receive a charitable grant violates the IRS private benefit rules. Charitable…
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Category: Finances , Governance , Membership , Programs

October 5, 2026

Can a PTA Require Participants in its Programs to be Members?

In this blog, we will address a common question about whether a PTA can restrict eligibility for a program, for example after school enrichment classes, to students whose parent/guardian is a PTA member. In a separate post, we’ll consider the question “Can a PTA require school staff to be members to be eligible for classroom…
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Category: Governance , Membership , Programs

September 30, 2026

Planning for Powerful PTA Programs

PTA Programs, Events, and Fundraisers are a critical (and fun) part of the service we provide to our schools and communities. In this session, participants will learn about how to run a successful program starting from a tradition or a new idea. We’ll even talk about how to virtualize an event when participants can’t come…
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February 10, 2026

Learn More about the WSPTA Leadership Service Award

By: Betty Gibbins, WSPTA Leadership Service Award Committee Chair  The Leadership Service Award celebrates PTA leaders who strengthen family engagement, support their local communities, and advance the mission of Washington State PTA. The program is structured across four levels, each reflecting a different sphere of leadership within PTA.   Bronze recognizes local PTA leaders who build community…
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Category: Awards , Leadership , Programs