Washington State PTA Special Education Committee Roundtable
2023-03-21 19:00 - 20:30, 2023-02-09 19:00 - 20:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Virtual
The Special Education Committee would like to invite leaders of Washington State Special Education PTAs, Special Education Representatives both at the council and school levels and community special education parent’s groups to a roundtable to network and share ideas from across the state.

Tackling Transitions
2023-03-15 12:00 - 13:30
Poor transitions come with enormous cost to PTAs. Losses may include hundreds of volunteer hours, critical program information, and much more. Tackle your transitions to keep your PTA running at its very best!

National PTA LegCon
2023-03-07 08:00 - 2023-03-08 17:00
Details available soon.
https://www.pta.org/home/events/National-PTA-Legislative-Conference

PTA & the Law
2023-03-01 18:00 - 21:00, 2023-02-11 09:00 - 12:00, 2023-01-11 09:00 - 12:00
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.

FACE/DEI Roundtable
2023-02-27 18:00 - 19:00
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.

Nominating Committee: Why it is important and how it works.
2023-02-03 12:00 - 13:30
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.

Washington State Special Education Committee Listening Session
2023-02-02 19:00 - 20:00, 2023-01-24 12:00 - 13:00
We would like to invite local PTA leaders who are not experienced with special education but who want to include these families in your events and programs to these listening sessions. The Washington State PTA Special Education Committee would like to learn what resources you want and need to engage and support these students and families. How you are currently engaging families with students with disabilities and what would make that easier.
Regions 2, 5, 6, 7, 10 and 12 – suggested meet January 24th
Regions 1, 3, 4, 8, 9 and 11 suggested meet February 2nd
If you are unable to attend your regional meeting time, please feel free to attend the other.
Find your PTA Region HERE

Focus on Advocacy - Q&A "Office Hours"
2023-02-01 19:00 - 20:00, 2023-02-01 12:00 - 13:00
We are so excited to have our first in-person Focus on Advocacy Day in Olympia on 2/20/23!
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.

Council Summit
2023-01-31 19:00 - 20:30
Join us for a roundtable discussion with fellow council leaders from across our state as we celebrate councils and share our celebrations and challenges, focusing on strategies for creating rewarding and engaging connections with our local leaders and school community. We will be using Zoom meeting with breakout rooms for our collaboration efforts and planning. We look forward to seeing you at our first and Council Summit of 2023!

PTA & The Law
2023-01-28 09:00 - 12:00
Building a goal-based budget is key to the success of PTAs. Learn how to assess your PTA’s financial management practices and how to develop and amend budgets. Topics discussed in this class are not covered in the class “Managing Your Nonprofit PTA: The Financial Responsibilities of Board Members.”

Effective Budgets and Financial Strategies
2023-01-17 18:30 - 20:00

New Faces, New Budgets: What to Expect in the 2023 Legislative Session
2023-01-11 19:00 - 20:00
Join WSPTA Legislative Consultant Marie Sullivan for an interactive discussion about 2022 election results, known and predicted session protocols, changes to committee assignments, and how to best engage with the 2023 legislature.
While the Governor’s proposed two-year budgets won’t be released yet, we also will discuss the November revenue forecast and how the economy may affect state funding decisions, as well share information about pre-filed bills and priorities being discussed by the four caucuses.
The 2023 legislative session begins January 9th and runs 105 days.

Reflections State Submissions Review and Q&A
2023-01-09 19:00 - 20:30
Register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/reflections-state-submissions-review-and-qa-tickets-419234009207
During this class, we will review how to submit/forward Reflection art entries to WSPTA committee via the new AMS online system. There will be demonstrations and plenty of time for questions.

2023 Legislative Session Preview: Legislator Panel
2022-12-14 19:00 - 20:45
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.

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

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

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

PTA and the Law
2022-11-19 09:30 - 12:30
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.

Standing Rules - Presented by AVP Teri Davis and open to all
2022-11-14 11:30 - 13:30
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!

Managing Your Nonprofit PTA
2022-11-10 18:00 - 20:30
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.

Standards of Affiliation (SOA) Questions/Roundtable - Presented by AVP Teri Davis and open to all
2022-11-05 10:00 - 12:00
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.

Roles and Responsibilities of the Board - Presented by AVP Teri Davis and open to all
2022-10-25 18:00 - 20:00
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.

FACE/DEI Roundtable
2022-10-25 18:00 - 19:00
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.

Reflections Local Leader Training
2022-10-22 09:30 - 11:00
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.

PTA and the Law
2022-10-19 09:30 - 12:30
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.
