Category Archives: Diversity, Equity, Inclusion

Executive Order Dismantling the US Department of Education: A Severe Threat to Public School Students and Families

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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→

Building Bridges Toward Belonging – Join the Conversation!

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Are you ready to take meaningful action in fostering true belonging within our schools and communities? Join us for an engaging and interactive discussion that will empower us to create welcoming environments where every student and family feels valued. Guided Continue reading Building Bridges Toward Belonging – Join the Conversation!→

Standing Strong for Diversity, Inclusion, Equity & Belonging

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A Recap of LWPTSA Council’s March 2025 DEI Committee Meeting With Ilsa Govan Our recent LWPTSA Council Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DE&I) meeting with Ilsa Govan was a deep, honest dive into what it means to foster real inclusion. It Continue reading Standing Strong for Diversity, Inclusion, Equity & Belonging→

National PTA’s Response to President Trump’s Address of March 4, 2025

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In response to the President’s address to the joint session of Congress, here’s National PTA’s stance: Protection of and Support for LGBTQ+ Individuals: https://www.pta.org/home/advocacy/ptas-positions/Individual-PTA-Resolutions/protection-of-and-support-for-LGBTQ-individuals Rights and Services for Children in Immigrant & Mixed-Status Families: https://www.pta.org/home/advocacy/ptas-positions/Individual-Position-Statements/Rights-and-Services-for-Children-in-Immigrant-and-Mixed-Status-Families

LWPTSA Council DEI Update: Understanding the Latest Federal Guidance

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Wondering what the recent federal directive on DEI means for our PTAs? We have FACTS to provide clarity for our community.

At LWPTSA Council, we remain committed to fostering a welcoming, inclusive and equitable education system for all students. Recent discussions have raised concerns about how recent federal guidance may impact diversity, equity and inclusion (DE&I) efforts in public schools and in our PTAs. We want to ensure that our community has clarity on what this means for our PTAs, the Lake Washington School District and Washington state. Continue reading LWPTSA Council DEI Update: Understanding the Latest Federal Guidance→

National PTA Statement on Protecting Children Regardless of Immigration Status

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Statement from National PTA (Jan. 24, 2025): On Monday, the new Trump-Vance Administration assumed office, and the National PTA has been closely tracking the decisions and policy changes issued by the Administration as they are released. National PTA believes that Continue reading National PTA Statement on Protecting Children Regardless of Immigration Status→

Celebrating Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.: A Legacy of Justice, Equity & Inclusion

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As we reflect on the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., the LWPTSA Council joins millions around the world in honoring his relentless pursuit of justice, equality and inclusion. Dr. King’s vision and unwavering courage continue to Continue reading Celebrating Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.: A Legacy of Justice, Equity & Inclusion→