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)
Jan
27
Tue
2026
Nominating Committee (WSPTA Training) @ Virtual
Jan 27 @ 9:00 am – 11:00 am

Join WSPTA for this presentation to understand the importance of the nominating committee, how to elect them, and methods of organization so you have the tools to help you recruit the best-qualified candidates for the positions. Come learn the basics and why this is such an important committee—it’s part of the WSPTA Uniform Bylaws and Standards of Affiliation!

Register for this free, virtual training here.

Feb
4
Wed
2026
Making Your PTA More DEI Training (WSPTA-Approved Training Led by LWPTSA Council) @ Online on Zoom
Feb 4 @ 11:00 am – 12:30 pm
Making Your PTA More DEI Training (WSPTA-Approved Training Led by LWPTSA Council) @ Online on Zoom

Making Your PTA More DEI

DEI is part of every PTA’s work in service to families and students. These are not just buzzwords, but fundamental ideas that will ensure that your PTA is able to bring all voices to the table. In this session, you will learn some terms and definitions and some practical strategies for increasing this work in your PTA.

This official training will be led by LWPTSA Council, and will count toward your 2025-2026 training requirement.

 

Feb. 4 (11–12:30 pm): DEIB Training in Lieu of DEIB Committee Meeting (Virtual – Register)

 

Nominating Committee (WSPTA Training) @ Virtual
Feb 4 @ 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm

Join WSPTA for this presentation to understand the importance of the nominating committee, how to elect them, and methods of organization so you have the tools to help you recruit the best-qualified candidates for the positions. Come learn the basics and why this is such an important committee—it’s part of the WSPTA Uniform Bylaws and Standards of Affiliation!

Register for this free, virtual training here.

LWPTSA DEIB and Eastside for All Collaboration Presentation @ LWSD Resource Center Sammamish Room
Feb 4 @ 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm
LWPTSA DEIB and Eastside for All Collaboration Presentation @ LWSD Resource Center Sammamish Room

LWPTSA DEIB and Eastside for All Collaboration Presentation

 

 

Council’s Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) Committee meets one Wednesday each month of the school year (with the exception of September and June) at 11:30 am. During the 2025-2026 year, meetings will be held online via Zoom.

DEI chairs and other interested leaders from PTAs and PTSAs in the Lake Washington School District are invited to these monthly meetings to discuss DEI issues and advocacy initiatives that impact our students and families.

Feb
7
Sat
2026
PTA and the Law WSPTA Training @ Virtual
Feb 7 @ 9:00 am – 12:00 pm
Feb
24
Tue
2026
Nominating Committee Training (WSPTA-Approved Training Led by LWPTSA Council) @ Online on Zoom
Feb 24 @ 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Nominating Committee Training (WSPTA-Approved Training Led by LWPTSA Council) @ Online on Zoom

Nominating Committee 101: This presentation will help participants understand the importance of the nominating committee, how to elect them, and methods of organization so they have the  tools to help them recruit the best qualified candidates for the positions.

This official training will be led by LWPTSA Council, and will count toward your 2025-2026 training requirement.

 

Feb. 24 (7–8:30 pm): LWPTSA Led Nominating Committee Training (Virtual – Register)

 

Feb
26
Thu
2026
Nominating Committee @ Virtual
Feb 26 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm

This presentation will help participants understand the importance of the nominating committee, how to elect them, and methods of organization so they have the tools to help them recruit the best qualified candidates for the positions.

Register below

Feb
28
Sat
2026
Managing Your Nonprofit PTA (WSPTA Training) @ Online on Zoom
Feb 28 @ 9:00 am – 11:00 am
Managing Your Nonprofit PTA (WSPTA Training) @ Online on Zoom

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.

Register below

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Mar
4
Wed
2026
Effective Budgets and Financial Strategy Training (WSPTA-Approved Training Led by LWPTSA Council) @ Online on Zoom
Mar 4 @ 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Effective Budgets and Financial Strategy Training (WSPTA-Approved Training Led by LWPTSA Council) @ Online on Zoom

Effective Budgets and Financial Strategy: 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.”

This official training will be led by LWPTSA Council, and will count toward your 2025-2026 training requirement.

 

March 4 (7–8:30 pm): LWPTSA Led Effective Budgets and Financial Strategy Training (Virtual – Register)

 

Mar
7
Sat
2026
Nominating Committee (WSPTA Training) @ Virtual
Mar 7 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm

Join WSPTA for this presentation to understand the importance of the nominating committee, how to elect them, and methods of organization so you have the tools to help you recruit the best-qualified candidates for the positions. Come learn the basics and why this is such an important committee—it’s part of the WSPTA Uniform Bylaws and Standards of Affiliation!

Register for this free, virtual training here.