Welcome & Congratulations to LWPTSA Council’s 2025-2026 Executive Board!
Registration for WSPTA 2025 Convention & Annual Meeting Is Open
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Power in Unity: National PTA 2025 Virtual Convention Now Open for Registration
LWPTSA Council DEI Update: Understanding the Latest Federal Guidance

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Upcoming Events

Apr
23
Wed
2025
Budget Roundtable @ Online on Zoom
Apr 23 @ 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Budget Roundtable @ Online on Zoom
Local PTA/PTSA leaders are invited to join our budget roundtable, where we will discuss the important points of planning and implementing your PTA’s budget for the coming fiscal year. Bring your questions, and you might wish to have a copy of your current year budget or draft budget to refer to. Experienced treasurers and leaders are also welcome to join us, to share tips and experiences.

Register for the Zoom link here

Apr
24
Thu
2025
LWPTSA Lunch & Learn: Planning to Be Future-Ready @ Virtual on Zoom
Apr 24 @ 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
LWPTSA Lunch & Learn: Planning to Be Future-Ready @ Virtual on Zoom

On April 24 at noon, join us on Zoom to learn about how our school district is planning to be future-ready for our students. How is LWSD anticipating and preparing to accommodate changing trends in elementary student registration and classroom structuring in the coming years? What curriculum can families expect to see next school year? Bring your questions for our guests from LWSD Leadership: Dr. Jen Rose, Associate Superintendent of Instructional Services, and Dale Cote, Associate Superintendent of School Support Services.

LWPTSA Council’s Lunch & Learn series consists of short presentations and Q&A on topics of interest to our school community, from noon – 1 pm on select Thursdays online via Zoom. Grab your lunch, log on, and learn with us! Event links will be shared on our website calendarsocial media and newsletters close to the event dates. Topics and featured speakers are subject to change and will be updated as they are finalized.

Apr
28
Mon
2025
LWPTSA Council Advocacy Skills in the Education System Meeting @ LWSD Resource Center
Apr 28 @ 11:00 am – 1:00 pm

Are you passionate about creating change in education? LWPTSA Council invites you to attend an upcoming meeting of Advocacy Skills in the Education System (formerly the Advocacy Committee)!

What You’ll Gain: Discover critical education issues, from classroom-level support to state legislation. Reflect on what matters most to you in education advocacy and gain tools to track, align, and influence state legislation that shapes education in Washington.

Why Attend: Get hands-on tools to guide your advocacy efforts, explore real-life examples of how legislation impacts education in Washington State, and start planning your advocacy strategy to create meaningful change.

Who Can Participate: All are welcome! We invite PTA leaders, parents, staff and students from across the Lake Washington School District to come experience a meeting.

Questions? Contact Zahra Eslami & Kameh Saman, LWPTSA Council Advocacy Co-VPs, at Advocacy@lLWPTSA.net. We look forward to seeing you there—let’s work together to make a difference in education!

May
1
Thu
2025
LWPTSA Council Membership Meeting @ Online on Zoom
May 1 @ 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm
LWPTSA Council Membership Meeting @ Online on Zoom

All local PTA leaders are invited to attend our monthly membership meetings, typically held the first Thursday of the month during the school year. Meetings will mostly be during daytime hours, with occasional evening meeting times, and will be a mix of in-person and virtual Zoom meetings. At least one elected leader from each of our area PTA/PTSA units is expected to attend each meeting. Additional leaders are always welcomed.

In-person membership meetings will be held at the Lake Washington School District Resource Center in Redmond Town Center. The LWSD Resource Center address is: 16250 NE 74th St., Redmond WA 98052. Zoom meeting links for our online meetings will be available in the Weekly Waves newsletter that all local PTA leaders receive.

May
2
Fri
2025
2025 WSPTA Convention & Business Meeting @ Lynnwood Event Center, Lynnwood, WA
May 2 – May 4 all-day
2025 WSPTA Convention & Business Meeting @ Lynnwood Event Center, Lynnwood, WA

WSPTA is excited to announce the 112th Washington State PTA Convention and Annual Business Meeting, taking place from May 2-4, 2025, in Lynnwood, WA. This three-day event is a fantastic opportunity for PTA leaders to come together, share ideas, and gain valuable insights.

With our motto, “Building Community,” at the heart of Convention, we aim to foster a sense of unity and collaboration among all attendees. Our in-person event will feature a diverse lineup of interactive workshops, networking sessions, and important General Sessions designed to inspire and empower participants. You’ll have the chance to learn from PTA experts, participate in hands-on activities, and connect with fellow PTA leaders from across the state.

Whether you’re a seasoned leader or new to the organization, this conference offers something for everyone. Don’t miss this chance to be part of a dynamic and supportive community dedicated to making a positive impact on our schools and students.

MORE INFORMATION AND REGISTER HERE


About Us

The Lake Washington PTSA Council (LWPTSA Council) serves 44 local PTAs and PTSAs within the Lake Washington School District, in the cities of Kirkland, Redmond and Sammamish. Lake Washington PTSA Council is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to child advocacy in the state of Washington. Our mission is to serve as a relevant resource to the local PTAs, families and community members within the Lake Washington School District through training, support and guidance, and to advocate for the health, well-being and education of every child. Learn more about us, including our goals and objectives.

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LWPTSA Council is a member organization of Washington State PTA and the National PTA.

Washington State PTA: Every child. One voice. National PTA: Every child. One voice.