National PTA Statement on Protecting Children Regardless of Immigration Status

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

Eastside Town Hall in Review—The School Funding Crisis

Washington’s Commitment to Education: Falling Short Approximately 1,000 PTA members, students, parents, educators and leaders from school districts across the Seattle Eastside—including Lake Washington, Bellevue, Mercer Island, Issaquah and others—came together in a strong showing at a town hall on Continue reading Eastside Town Hall in Review—The School Funding Crisis

Weekly Legislative Priorities Spotlight: Expanding School Construction Funding Options

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

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

Join Us on Jan. 8 at a Town Hall: School Funding Crisis

Join members of the LWSD community and our Eastside district neighbors for a town hall on the school funding crisis. Together we can strengthen and amplify our efforts to advocate for FULLY FUNDING EDUCATION for all children! Date: Wednesday, Jan. Continue reading Join Us on Jan. 8 at a Town Hall: School Funding Crisis

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

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

Weekly Legislative Priorities Spotlight: Transforming Mental Health Support in Schools

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

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