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

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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→

‘Foundations of Social Justice’ DEI Workshop Recap

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This month, we had the privilege of participating in the “Foundations of Social Justice” diversity, equity and inclusion workshop led by the insightful Ilsa Govan. The session offered transformative perspectives on dismantling inequities and building a culture of belonging within Continue reading ‘Foundations of Social Justice’ DEI Workshop Recap→

RSVP for Our 2025 Founders’ Day Luncheon

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LWPTSA Council cordially invites each of our local PTAs to RSVP for a group of up to 4 guests for our 2025 Founders' Day Luncheon! Feb. 28, 2025, from 11 am to 1 pm, at Matts' Rotisserie. RSVP at http://LWPTSA.net/founders-day

Local PTA leaders: Plans are in motion for our LWPTSA Council Founders’ Day Luncheon, on Friday, Feb. 28, 2025, from 11 am to 1 pm, at Matts’ Rotisserie & Oyster Lounge in Redmond Town Center! Please mark your calendars, and budget for up to four attendees Continue reading RSVP for Our 2025 Founders’ Day Luncheon→

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

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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→

Congratulations to Our Reflections Theme Search Finalists!

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We couldn’t be prouder of these five LWSD students whose thoughtful and thought-provoking ideas for a future Reflections theme are moving on from WSPTA to National PTA consideration! All 5 out of 5 state finalists are from our council area! Continue reading Congratulations to Our Reflections Theme Search Finalists!→

Building Equity, Celebrating Diversity, and Fostering Inclusion

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“Diversity is a fact. Equity is a choice. Inclusion is an action. Belonging is an outcome.” — Arthur Chan Idea of the Week: Inclusive Holiday Celebrations As the holiday season approaches, consider ways to celebrate inclusively: Action Plan: DE&I in Continue reading Building Equity, Celebrating Diversity, and Fostering Inclusion→