Lake Washington PTSA Council’s calendar is below. Here are additional links to find district, state and national events of interest:
- Lake Washington School District Calendar
- Washington State PTA Calendar
- National PTA Events and Calendar
- National PTA’s 2024-2025 Multicultural Calendar | Calendario Multicultural
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 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 8 (7–8 pm): LWPTSA Listening Session (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: Advocacy in Action (Virtual–Register)
- April 24 (6-8 pm): Sustainability Fair (LWSD Resource Center)
- May 4 (8:30 am–2:30 pm): Blood Drive (LWSD Resource Center Parking Log)
- May 5 (10–11:30 am): LWPTSA Council Sustainability Committee Meeting (Virtual–Register)
- May 6 (11 am–12:30 pm): LWPTSA Council DEIB Committee Meeting (Virtual–Register)
- May 7 (12–1 pm): LWPTSA Council Lunch & Learn: Strengthening Membership Together (Virtual–Register)
- May 7 (7–8:30 pm): LWPTSA Council Membership Meeting (Virtual–Register)
The role of the vice president is the most flexible and versatile on the board of directors. Vice presidents don’t just shadow the president; they are an essential link between the board of directors and the PTA’s volunteers and chair people. Get some tips and tricks to manage the role of vice president and get set up for success!
This is a WSPTA-approved training, ideal for vice presidents but open to any PTA officer, board member and/or program chairs.
GoToMeeting link: https://global.gotomeeting.com/join/340024605
Got questions? Contact Brandi Comstock, LWPTSA Council President at president@lwptsa.net
The role of the vice president is the most flexible and versatile on the board of directors. Vice presidents don’t just shadow the president; they are an essential link between the board of directors and the PTA’s volunteers and chair people. Get some tips and tricks to manage the role of vice president and get set up for success!
This is a WSPTA-approved training, ideal for vice presidents but open to any PTA officer, board member and/or program chairs.
GoToMeeting link: https://global.gotomeeting.com/join/235087157
Got questions? Contact Brandi Comstock, LWPTSA Council President at president@lwptsa.net
The management of the PTA is the responsibility of the entire board of directors. Learn the basic skills to manage and track PTA funds, online accounts, legal obligations to maintain your tax-exempt status and other considerations. This class is recommended for all elected officers and board members.
This is a WSPTA-approved training, open to any PTA officer, PTA board member or PTA member.
GoToMeeting link: https://global.gotomeeting.com/join/388583061
Please send questions to LWPTSA Council President at president@lwptsa.net
This class will help all first time board members, new PTAs and officers that need ideas. We will discuss how to get the new PTA year organized and off to a good start.
This is a WSPTA-approved training, open to any PTA officer, PTA board member or PTA member.
GoToMeeting link: https://global.gotomeeting.com/join/596530029
Please send questions to LWPTSA Council President at president@lwptsa.net
This class will review tools and strategies for conducting virtual meetings online. It meets WA State PTA training requirements and is open to any PTA officer, PTA board member or PTA member.
GoToMeeting link: https://global.gotomeeting.com/join/833229085
Please send questions to president @ lwptsa.net
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.
- Please join our meeting online via this link: https://global.gotomeeting.com/join/586676301
- You can also dial in using your phone via: 872-240-3311 with Access Code: 586-676-301
- New to GoToMeeting? Get the app now and be ready when your first meeting starts: https://global.gotomeeting.com/install/586676301
This class will review tools and strategies for conducting virtual meetings online. It meets WA State PTA training requirements and is open to any PTA officer, PTA board member or PTA member.
GoToMeeting link: https://global.gotomeeting.com/join/135484877
Please send questions to president @ lwptsa.net
This class will help all first time board members, new PTAs and officers that need ideas. We will discuss how to get the new PTA year organized and off to a good start.
This is a WSPTA-approved training, open to any PTA officer, PTA board member or PTA member.
GoToMeeting link: https://global.gotomeeting.com/join/888766397
Please send questions to LWPTSA Council President at president@lwptsa.net
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
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.
- 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