Each week, we’ll dive into one of the “Top Five Priorities” from the Washington State PTA Legislative Assembly. We’ll provide you with resources and strategies to help advocate effectively for each priority. [See all “Spotlight” articles]
This week, we’re starting with item number one:
Closing the Funding Gaps
The Washington State PTA is dedicated to ensuring every student has access to fully funded, equitable education. Here’s how you can advocate effectively and access the resources you need to make an impact.
How to Advocate Effectively:
- Stay Informed: Understand how funding gaps impact your district and the solutions being proposed.
- Engage Legislators: Use personal stories to highlight the importance of fully funding education. Contact your representatives through letters, emails or calls.
- Use Social Media: Amplify your voice with posts, updates and hashtags like #FundOurSchools and #WAPTAAdvocacy.
- Join Advocacy Events: Attend PTA-hosted advocacy events, legislative days and school board meetings to stay active and informed.
- Collaborate Locally: Engage other PTA members, parents and community leaders to create a unified message.
Advocacy Resources:
- Learn About the Issues:
WSPTA Advocacy Page: wastatepta.org/advocacy
K-12 Funding Overview: OSPI Funding Details - Take Action:
Find Your Legislators: Legislator Lookup Tool
PTA Advocacy Handbook: Download Here - Get Involved Locally:
LWPTSA Events and Updates: LWPTSA.net
Sign Petitions: Share and promote petitions
advocating for fully funded education.
Attend School Board Meetings: Voice your concerns
and gather information about local funding issues.
Need Support?
For advocacy questions or additional resources, contact LWPTSA Council’s Advocacy VP, Zahra Eslami, at Advocacy@LWPTSA.net.