Lake Washington PTSA Council 2.8
Serving the 44 PTAs & PTSAs Within the Lake Washington School District
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
Updated Jan. 24, 2025 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. Mr. Beebe shared background information Continue reading January 2025 Lunch & Learn Summary: The Shift to a 6-Period High School Day
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
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
Feb. 11 — 6:30 to 8 pm — LWSD Resource Center All LWSD families are invited to bring your students’ outgrown or unneeded and gently worn orchestra, band or choir concert attire, prom & formal wear and graduation robes, and/or browse for new-to-you items Continue reading Concert Attire, Formal Wear & Graduation Robe Clothing Swap Coming Soon!
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