January 2025 Lunch & Learn Summary: The Shift to a 6-Period High School Day

Lake Washington School District Deputy Superintendent Scott Beebe joined LWPTSA Council and local families on Jan. 16, 2025, to share information about next year’s switch to a six-period high school day. LWPTSA Council recorded the Lunch & Learn Zoom session Continue reading January 2025 Lunch & Learn Summary: The Shift to a 6-Period High School Day

Eastside Town Hall in Review—The School Funding Crisis

Washington’s Commitment to Education: Falling Short Approximately 1,000 PTA members, students, parents, educators and leaders from school districts across the Seattle Eastside—including Lake Washington, Bellevue, Mercer Island, Issaquah and others—came together in a strong showing at a town hall on Continue reading Eastside Town Hall in Review—The School Funding Crisis

Registration for Focus Day 2025 Is Open

Register today for WSPTA's Focus On Advocacy Day 2/17/2025 — New location!

Join WSPTA and fellow PTA members from across our LWPTSA Council area for Focus Day on Monday, Feb. 17, 2025, in Olympia! Come advocate to close the funding gaps and ensure financial stability for schools and other vital issues that Continue reading Registration for Focus Day 2025 Is Open

Weekly Legislative Priorities Spotlight: Expanding School Construction Funding Options

Your Voice Matters! Legislative Priorities Spotlights — A Weekly Dive Into the "Top 5"

This week, we’re spotlighting a crucial priority from the Washington State PTA Legislative Assembly: Expanding School Construction Funding Options. Every student deserves access to safe, inclusive and modern learning spaces that inspire creativity and academic success. Let’s work together to Continue reading Weekly Legislative Priorities Spotlight: Expanding School Construction Funding Options

Building Bridges Through Cultural Awareness and Competence

In today’s interconnected world, understanding and embracing cultural diversity isn’t just a value—it’s a necessity. At LWPTSA Council, our commitment to creating inclusive spaces begins with equipping our community with the tools to recognize, respect, and celebrate our differences. This Continue reading Building Bridges Through Cultural Awareness and Competence

Weekly Legislative Priorities Spotlight: Preventing and Reducing Gun Violence and Suicide

Your Voice Matters! Legislative Priorities Spotlights — A Weekly Dive Into the "Top 5"

This week, we’re spotlighting a critical priority from the Washington State PTA Legislative Assembly: Preventing and Reducing Gun Violence and Suicide. Let’s work together to create safer communities and empower families with actionable solutions. [See all “Spotlight” articles] Your Advocacy Continue reading Weekly Legislative Priorities Spotlight: Preventing and Reducing Gun Violence and Suicide

Weekly Legislative Priorities Spotlight: Addressing Funding, Inclusion and Supports in Special Education

Your Voice Matters! Legislative Priorities Spotlights — A Weekly Dive Into the "Top 5"

This week, we’re highlighting another of the Washington State PTA’s “Top Five Priorities” — Addressing funding, inclusion and supports in special education. [See all “Spotlight” articles] Special education funding and resources are essential for ensuring that every student, regardless of ability, Continue reading Weekly Legislative Priorities Spotlight: Addressing Funding, Inclusion and Supports in Special Education