Lake Washington PTSA Council 2.8
Serving the 44 PTAs & PTSAs Within the Lake Washington School District
On March 24, 2025, LWPTSA Council, in partnership with Lindsey Yocum (LWSD School Board Director) and Amy Falcone (Kirkland City Councilmember), hosted an impactful Advocacy Skills in the Education System session focused on how families can advocate within the education Continue reading LWPTSA Advocacy Skills in Education System: ‘LWSD 101’ Session Recap
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
It’s a wrap on LWPTSA Council’s first year of the College Essay Workshop! This free program has roots at Lake Washington High School, where it began as an in-person offering in 2015. Upon joining the LWPTSA Council family this past Continue reading College Essay Workshop Wrap-Up
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
Parents and caregivers: Unlock the secrets to a happier, healthier relationship with your adolescent! Lake Washington PTSA Council presents a comprehensive event designed to provide you with the tools, knowledge and confidence to support your teenagers through their most challenging Continue reading Transform and Empower Your Relationship With Your Teen
The launch of LWPTSA Council’s newly rebranded initiative, “Advocacy Skills in the Education System” (formerly the Advocacy Committee) was a resounding success! In partnership with the LWSD Board of Directors, our inaugural session on Jan. 27 laid a strong foundation Continue reading Advocacy Skills in the Education System: A Powerful First Step
You can help support our school district and PTAs in advocating for increased funding for schools in Washington. Here’s one way to do it: 1. Visit leg.wa.gov or use the QR code below to find the names and addresses of Continue reading Advocacy Tip: Send a Postcard to Your Legislators