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LWPTSA Council DEI Update: Understanding the Latest Federal Guidance

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Wondering what the recent federal directive on DEI means for our PTAs? We have FACTS to provide clarity for our community.

At LWPTSA Council, we remain committed to fostering a welcoming, inclusive and equitable education system for all students. Recent discussions have raised concerns about how recent federal guidance may impact diversity, equity and inclusion (DE&I) efforts in public schools and in our PTAs. We want to ensure that our community has clarity on what this means for our PTAs, the Lake Washington School District and Washington state. Continue reading LWPTSA Council DEI Update: Understanding the Latest Federal Guidance→

LWPTSA at WSPTA Focus Day 2025: A Bold Call to Action for Public Education

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On Monday, Feb. 17, in recognition of WSPTA Focus on Advocacy Day 2025, advocates, parents and educators rallied in Olympia, demanding bold, transformative action to strengthen public education in Washington. For those attending from LWPTSA Council, the day began with Continue reading LWPTSA at WSPTA Focus Day 2025: A Bold Call to Action for Public Education→

National PTA Statement on Protecting Children Regardless of Immigration Status

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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→

Celebrating Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.: A Legacy of Justice, Equity & Inclusion

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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→

Announcing a New Council Initiative: The Advocacy Committee

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Are you passionate about creating change in education? Join the First LWPTSA Council Advocacy Committee Meeting! 📅 Date: Monday, Jan. 27, 2025⏰ Time: 11 am📍 Location: LWSD Resource Center This is your opportunity to make a difference! Join us for Continue reading Announcing a New Council Initiative: The Advocacy Committee→

Highlights From Courageous Conversations on Diversity & Inclusion

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A Recap of the LWPTSA Council DEI Committee’s January 2025 Session, Breaking Barriers: Understanding Systemic Racism Our Jan. 8, 2025, DEI Committee meeting was a powerful exploration of “Courageous Conversations for Diversity and Inclusion,” featuring the invaluable expertise of Ilsa Continue reading Highlights From Courageous Conversations on Diversity & Inclusion→

Registration for Focus Day 2025 Is Open

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Register today for WSPTA's Focus On Advocacy Day 2/17/2025 — New location!

Join WSPTA and fellow PTA members from across our LWPTSA Council area for Focus Day on Monday, Feb. 17, 2025, in Olympia! Come advocate to close the funding gaps and ensure financial stability for schools and other vital issues that Continue reading Registration for Focus Day 2025 Is Open→