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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→

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→

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→

Weekly Legislative Priorities Spotlight: Transforming Mental Health Support in Schools

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

This week, we’re focusing on an urgent need highlighted by the Washington State PTA Legislative Assembly: Expanding and improving mental health support in schools. The growing mental health crisis demands innovative and impactful action to create schools that prioritize students’ well-being alongside their academic Continue reading Weekly Legislative Priorities Spotlight: Transforming Mental Health Support in Schools→

Weekly Legislative Priorities Spotlight: Closing the Funding Gaps

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

Each week, we’ll dive into one of the “Top Five Priorities” from the Washington State PTA Legislative Assembly. We’ll provide you with resources and strategies to help advocate effectively for each priority. [See all “Spotlight” articles] This week, we’re starting Continue reading Weekly Legislative Priorities Spotlight: Closing the Funding Gaps→