Lake Washington PTSA Council 2.8
Serving the 44 PTAs & PTSAs Within the Lake Washington School District
As indicated last month, this Safety Spotlight is designed to offer some general school safety and emergency preparedness information for parents and families. In the month of October, students and staff had their annual earthquake drill at 10:16am on 10-16, Continue reading October Safety Spotlight
Hi! I’m Dr. Brooke Gialopsos and am one of the Co-Presidents for Council as well as a Criminal Justice Professor at Seattle University. My research and service are largely focused on school-based violence. I have a great working relationship Continue reading September Safety Spotlight
In response to the President’s address to the joint session of Congress, here’s National PTA’s stance: Protection of and Support for LGBTQ+ Individuals: https://www.pta.org/home/advocacy/ptas-positions/Individual-PTA-Resolutions/protection-of-and-support-for-LGBTQ-individuals Rights and Services for Children in Immigrant & Mixed-Status Families: https://www.pta.org/home/advocacy/ptas-positions/Individual-Position-Statements/Rights-and-Services-for-Children-in-Immigrant-and-Mixed-Status-Families
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
This week, we’re spotlighting a crucial priority from the Washington State PTA Legislative Assembly: Expanding School Construction Funding Options. Every student deserves access to safe, inclusive and modern learning spaces that inspire creativity and academic success. Let’s work together to Continue reading Weekly Legislative Priorities Spotlight: Expanding School Construction Funding Options
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
LWPTSA Council’s E-Prep Committee Chair, Brooke Gialopsos, wishes to remind local PTA leaders that the following schools are due this year to refresh their emergency food and water supplies: Supplies are provided by LWSD (not LWPTSA). Check with your associate principal Continue reading 2024 Emergency Supply Reminder