Formerly the Advocacy Committee
2024-2025 Advocacy Co-VPs: Zahra Eslami (she/her) and Kameh Saman (she/her) — Advocacy {at} LWPTSA.net
About the Advocacy Skills in the Education System Initiative
The Lake Washington PTSA Council is proud to announce the launch of Advocacy Skills in the Education System (ASES)—a dynamic group open to PTA leaders, parents, staff and students from across the Lake Washington School District who share a passion for creating positive change in our schools and community.
This committee serves as a platform for learning, collaboration and action. It is thoughtfully designed to equip participants with the knowledge, tools and confidence needed to effectively advocate for the issues that matter most to their communities.
Join us and help make every voice heard!
ASES Meetings
Are you passionate about creating change in education? LWPTSA Council invites you to attend an upcoming meeting!
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.
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.
| Date, Time & Location | Topic | Speakers | Additional Info |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monday, Jan. 27 11 am – 12:30 pm LWSD Resource Center | Kick-Off Meeting | Guest Speakers: Lindsey Yocum, LWSD Board Legislative Representative, and Amy Falcone, Kirkland City Council Member | Meeting recap Meeting slides |
12 – 2 pm LWSD Resource Center | Lindsey Yocum, LWSD Board Legislative Representative, and Amy Falcone, Kirkland City Council Member | Due to school closures and delays, this meeting was postponed to March 24. | |
| Monday, March 24 11 am – 12:30 pm LWSD Resource Center | LWSD 101 | Guest Speakers: Lindsey Yocum, LWSD Board Legislative Representative, and Amy Falcone, Kirkland City Council Member | Meeting recap Meeting slides |
| Monday, April 28 11 am – 12:30 pm LWSD Resource Center | School Funding 101: The Bridge Between the School Districts and the State | Guest Speakers: Lindsey Yocum, LWSD Board Legislative Representative, and Amy Falcone, Kirkland City Council Member | |
| Monday, May 19 11 am – 12:30 pm Location TBA | Advocating With State Agencies & Elected Leaders | Guest Speakers: Lindsey Yocum, LWSD Board Legislative Representative, and Amy Falcone, Kirkland City Council Member |
Advocacy Updates
- Budget Breakdown & Legislative Countdown — 11 Days Left in Session!
- 1st Legislative District Town Hall Recap: A Bold Stand for Education
- LWPTSA Advocacy Skills in Education System: ‘LWSD 101’ Session Recap
- Submit an Issue, Resolution or Legislative Principle
- LWPTSA Council Presents Your 2025 Legislative Advocacy Power Pack!
- United for Public Education at the 41st Legislative District Town Hall
- Executive Order Dismantling the US Department of Education: A Severe Threat to Public School Students and Families
Questions? Please contact Advocacy {at} LWPTSA.net.