Lake Washington PTSA Council 2.8
Serving the 44 PTAs & PTSAs Within the Lake Washington School District
Nominations for the 2024-2025 LWPTSA Council Awards Are Open Until Friday, Jan. 17 Who are the people in your PTAs, your schools and your neighborhoods whose volunteerism, advocacy, leadership and service benefit the children in our community and exemplify our Continue reading Help Us Honor the Deserving Volunteers in Our PTA Community!
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
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
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
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
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
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!