1st Legislative District Town Hall Recap: A Bold Stand for Education

On March 24, 2025, the 1st Legislative District telephone town hall drew an extraordinary 1,800 participants—a powerful testament to how deeply our community cares about public education and the future of Washington state. Highlights From the House & Senate Exploring Continue reading 1st Legislative District Town Hall Recap: A Bold Stand for Education

Submit an Issue, Resolution or Legislative Principle

Time to Be a Change Champion! Do you have a topic that affects children and youth in our state that you want PTA to advocate for? Now is the time! The submission window for issues, resolutions and legislative principles for Continue reading Submit an Issue, Resolution or Legislative Principle

LWPTSA Council Presents Your 2025 Legislative Advocacy Power Pack!

Hello, LWPTSA Advocates! Here’s your go-to toolkit to stay informed and make a meaningful impact this legislative session! Below are the essential resources from our trusted partners, all dedicated to supporting children and families across Washington. 🏛️ WA State Legislature – Continue reading LWPTSA Council Presents Your 2025 Legislative Advocacy Power Pack!

United for Public Education at the 41st Legislative District Town Hall

LWPTSA Council’s Recap of the March 22, 2025, Event This past weekend, PTA leaders and school board members from Bellevue, Mercer Island and Lake Washington School Districts stood shoulder to shoulder with Washington State legislators from the 41st Legislative District—Senator Continue reading 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

National PTA’s Response ALEXANDRIA, Va., (March 20, 2025)—Today, President Donald Trump signed an executive order with the intention of dismantling the core functions of the U.S. Department of Education. National PTA President Yvonne Johnson issued the following statement on the Continue reading Executive Order Dismantling the US Department of Education: A Severe Threat to Public School Students and Families

LWPTSA Legislative Update: Advocating for Fully Funded Education

Why and How Do We Advocate?

Ongoing Town Halls With Senators and Representatives This past Saturday, March 15, 2025, LWPTSA advocates attended the 45th Legislative District town hall, where Senator Manka Dhingra, Representative Larry Springer and Representative Roger Goodman shared crucial updates on education funding. The Continue reading LWPTSA Legislative Update: Advocating for Fully Funded Education

LWPTSA at WSPTA Focus Day 2025: A Bold Call to Action for Public Education

On Monday, Feb. 17, in recognition of WSPTA Focus on Advocacy Day 2025, advocates, parents and educators rallied in Olympia, demanding bold, transformative action to strengthen public education in Washington. For those attending from LWPTSA Council, the day began with Continue reading LWPTSA at WSPTA Focus Day 2025: A Bold Call to Action for Public Education