Calendar

Lake Washington PTSA Council’s calendar is below. Here are additional links to find district, state and national events of interest:

Training Opportunities

Are you looking specifically for training opportunities to fulfill your yearly requirement? Find available classes here:

For the latest information on our upcoming events, please see the list below. We are in the process of upgrading our calendar system to provide you with a better experience.

  • April 2 (9:45–11:15 am): LWPTSA Council Membership Meeting (Board Room)
  • April 7 (10–11:30 am): LWPTSA Council Sustainability Committee Meeting (Sammamish Room)
  • April 8 (11 am–12:30 pm): LWPTSA Council DEIB Meeting w/Issaquah (Virtual – Register)
  • April 21 (10 am–12 pm): LWPTSA Council E-Prep Chair Meeting (Virtual – Register)
  • April 21 (6:30–8:30 pm): LWPTSA Council Special Education Group (SEG) Meeting (Board Room)
  • April 23 (12–1 pm): LWPTSA Council Lunch & Learn (Virtual – Register)
  • April 24 (6-8 pm): Sustainability Fair (LWSD Resource Center)

Upcoming Events

Mar
28
Sat
2020
[Canceled] Adulting 101 @ LWSD Resource Center
Mar 28 @ 11:00 am – 3:00 pm

Update March 22, 2020: This event has been canceled. UW Career and Internship Center has many video resources and virtual workshop for high school students who want to write a resume and learn about the interview process.

Update March 11, 2020: Due to the LWSD closure through March 27, 2020 this event will be postponed. We are working to reschedule at a later date.

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High school students will learn about following topics: jobs and resumes, financial foundations, 1st year dorm life, entrepreneurship and fake news.

Note: this event is for students not parents!

Questions? Contact the LWPTSA Council Family and Community Engagement Chair at face@lwptsa.net

Mar
31
Tue
2020
[Postponed] Navigating the Post Graduation Path @ Marymoor Community Center
Mar 31 @ 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm

Update March 11, 2020: Due to the LWSD closure through March 27, 2020 this event will be postponed. We are working to reschedule at a later date.
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All Lake Washington School District parents and guardians are invited to this Parent Education talk:

Navigating the Post Graduation Path

Presenters: LWSD College and Career Specialists

Questions: parent.ed@lwptsa.net

May
26
Tue
2020
LGBTQ Panel Hosted by LW Tech @ Online
May 26 @ 12:00 pm – 1:30 pm

This is a special invitation for LWSD community to listen to a panel hosted by LW Tech. Parents, caregivers and teens are welcome!

This Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer (LGBTQ) panel will provide insights into LGBTQ topics. Do you have a child or teen who is questioning their sexuality or gender identity? Do you want to better understand the LGBTQ community and how to support it? Panel participants will share some of their experiences and thoughts.

Please email parent.ed@lwptsa.net to sign up. If you have questions to ask the panel ahead of time or any other questions, contact Parent Education Chair Irene Neumann at parent.ed@lwptsa.net.

Parenting Strategies for Success @ Online via GoToMeeting
May 26 @ 4:00 pm – 5:30 pm

Join our conversation about parenting through the pandemic. Hear about what to prioritize during this time of disruption and uncertainty to help all members of your family thrive.

If you have questions for Ms. Hutchinson, please forward them to parent.ed@lwptsa.net ahead of time and we will work to get them answered during the Q&A portion of the talk.

GoToMeeting Details
Join via this link: https://global.gotomeeting.com/join/444235149
Or join by phone: +1 (669) 224-3412 , Access Code: 444-235-149
New to GoToMeeting? Get the app now and be ready when your first meeting starts: https://global.gotomeeting.com/install/444235149

Jun
8
Mon
2020
Cultural Competency in the Early Years (K-5) @ Online via GoToMeeting
Jun 8 @ 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm

Folk wisdom tells us that young children don’t have any biases, yet research is telling us otherwise. What are age appropriate ways to develop intentionally inclusive and identity conscience children? Come find out from local expert and teacher Rosetta Lee.

  • Join from your computer, tablet or smartphone: https://global.gotomeeting.com/join/712881477
  • OR dial in using your phone: (224) 501-3412 with Access Code: 712-881-477

Send questions to LWPTSA Parent Education Chair at parent.ed@lwptsa.net

 

Jun
17
Wed
2020
Cultural Competency in the Early Years – Take 2 @ Online via GoToMeeting
Jun 17 @ 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm

Folk wisdom tells us that young children don’t have any biases, yet research is telling us otherwise. What are age appropriate ways to develop intentionally inclusive and identity conscience children? Come find out from local expert and teacher Rosetta Lee.

  • Join from your computer, tablet or smartphone: https://global.gotomeeting.com/join/550663085
  • OR dial in using your phone: (646) 749-3122 Access Code: 550-663-085

Send questions to LWPTSA Parent Education Chair at parent.ed@lwptsa.net

 

Aug
27
Thu
2020
Back to School – Special Education Edition @ Online via GoToMeeting
Aug 27 @ 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm

Join Dr. Shannon Hitch, Executive Director of Special Services and the LWPTSA Council Special Education Group for information and conversation on what service delivery will look like in the coming school year.

Sep
16
Wed
2020
New Family Welcome Event – Part 1 @ Online via Teams
Sep 16 @ 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm

This year we will offer two shorter virtual welcome events on September 16 and September 23. Join us and learn about: navigating the LWSD school system, resources, and support available from the district, PTSA and how you can be involved, the Pacific Northwest culture and activities, relocation challenges, as well as how to support your child through transition.

Part 1 on September 16 will focus on: Social, Emotional and Community Support for students and families. Download the agenda.

Live captions will be available in Chinese, Hindi, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish and Vietnamese.

Join on September 16 at 4pm via this link: tinyurl.com/welcome-2020-part1

If you have questions, please contact FACE@lwptsa.net

Sep
22
Tue
2020
Elementary Parent Ed: Remote Learning Series #1 @ Online
Sep 22 @ 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm

LWPTSA Council has organized a 3 part series for elementary families, parents and guardians to gain confidence to support elementary-aged children while also growing their developmentally appropriate independence and interest in learning.

RSVP for sessions

  • Session 1: Tuesday, September 22, 7-8:30pm: Setting up routines and systems that work for parents, kids and your family’s sanity!
  • Session 2: Tuesday, September 29, 7-8:30pm: Meltdowns, tantrums, refusal to do work…how do we calm the storm so learning can happen?
  • Session 3: Wednesday, October 7, 7-8:30pm: We laid the groundwork, now how do we increase our child’s independence and confidence?

Send questions to parent.ed@lwptsa.net

Sep
23
Wed
2020
New Family Welcome Event – Part 2 @ Online event
Sep 23 @ 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm

This year we will offer two shorter virtual welcome events on September 16 and September 23. Join us and learn about: navigating the LWSD school system, resources, and support available from the district, PTSA and how you can be involved, the Pacific Northwest culture and activities, relocation challenges, as well as how to support your child through transition.

Part 2 on September 23 will focus on: Navigating the School System and Academics in Lake Washington School District. Download the agenda.

Live captions will be available in Chinese, Hindi, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish and Vietnamese.

If you have questions please contact FACE@lwptsa.net .