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 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)
This is the most important and useful class of them all, as it will prepare you and your fellow officers to run your PTA with an eye toward the important legal and fiscal requirements in running a nonprofit. PTA and the Law deals with state and federal rules and regulations relevant to running a charitable, tax-exempt, nonprofit corporation in the state of Washington, and will explain how these rules impact your PTA. PTA and the Law is a required class for at least one elected officer per PTA each year.
This is the most important and useful class of them all, as it will prepare you and your fellow officers to run your PTA with an eye toward the important legal and fiscal requirements in running a nonprofit. PTA and the Law deals with state and federal rules and regulations relevant to running a charitable, tax-exempt, nonprofit corporation in the state of Washington, and will explain how these rules impact your PTA. PTA and the Law is a required class for at least one elected officer per PTA each year.
Register for this free, IN PERSON training here
This training opportunity is hosted by Region 2 and Bellevue PTSA Council.
Learn what your local PTA can and should do to educate, empower, and elevate parent and student voices. Topics include taking positions on ballot measures (levies and bonds), engaging your school board, inviting legislators to PTA meetings and events, conducting candidate forums, voter registration drives, and more.
This WSPTA-approved training will be led by LWPTSA Council.
Are you ready to submit your applications for the Student Programs (Essay Contest, Scholarships), Awards of Excellence (AOE) or Leadership Service Award? Do you have questions or need assistance?
Join WSPTA’s Programs Roundtable to have your questions answered.
Members of the WSPTA Programs Committee will available to provide a brief overview of the application process for all WSPTA Programs, provide tips for a successful submission, and answer any questions you may have.
Join WSPTA Legislative Consultant Marie Sullivan for an overview of what to expect in the 2025 legislative session, including post-election changes in the legislature, known session protocols, and how to best engage with the 2025 legislature during this long session.
Effective Learning Strategies at Home:
Reinforcing Classroom Skills to Build
Strong Habits and Improve Learning
Featured speaker:
Kelly Pease
LWSD Director of K-5 Teaching & Learning Services
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LWPTSA Council’s Lunch & Learn series consists of short presentations and Q&A on topics of interest to our school community, from noon – 1 pm on select Thursdays online via Zoom. Grab your lunch, log on, and learn with us! Event links will be shared on our website calendar, social media and newsletters close to the event dates. Topics and featured speakers are subject to change and will be updated as they are finalized.
The financial management of the PTA is the responsibility of the entire board of directors. At this free, WSPTA-approved training, 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.
WSPTA has changed the date of this event from its original date (Jan. 8) to Thursday, January 9, 2025, due to panelist availability. The time will remain the same.
Join Legislative Consultant Marie Sullivan and leaders of the Washington State Legislature for a discussion about priorities during the 2025 Legislative Session.
Confirmed speakers coming soon.
Are your PTA finances secure? Hear from WSPTA leaders on how to write your policies and plan your procedures in order keep your PTA finances safe. We will talk about avoiding scams and protecting your PTA from embezzlement. This meeting will be in a roundtable format.
Join us as we discuss the upcoming change from a 7-period day to a 6-period schedule in LWSD high schools. How will it affect our students, their graduation pathways and class choices? What steps are the district taking to prepare for this big change? Hear from our guest, LWSD Deputy Superintendent Scott Beebe, and bring your questions and concerns.
REGISTER HERE FOR THE ZOOM LINK*
*Update (1/9): Due to an unprecedented response, we have reached the maximum number of participants for this Zoom session.
LWPTSA Council’s Lunch & Learn series consists of short presentations and Q&A on topics of interest to our school community, from noon – 1 pm on select Thursdays online via Zoom. Grab your lunch, log on, and learn with us! Event links will be shared on our website calendar, social media and newsletters close to the event dates. Topics and featured speakers are subject to change and will be updated as they are finalized.