As your PTA/PTSA is electing your board and creating your budget for next year, here are some best practices to support sustainability. Questions? Email Council’s Sustainability Chair at Sustainability@LWPTSA.net.
Saturday, October 14, 2023 — 11 am to 1 pmLWSD Resource Center (16250 NE 74th Street at Redmond Town Center) Bring your kids’ outgrown or unneeded and gently worn orchestra, band or choir concert attire, warm coats and school clothing, Continue reading Clothing Swap
At their March 16, 2023, meeting, the Lake Washington PTSA Council Board of Directors voted to adopt a formal statement on sustainability in the Lake Washington School District, as follows: As part of our mission to advocate for the health, Continue reading LWPTSA Council Board of Directors Adopts Sustainability Statement
One-third of all greenhouse gas emissions are generated by food systems. In lunch rooms, our students practice reducing waste and ensuring food scraps don’t end up in landfills. Here’s how PTAs can support these efforts, as we host many events—fundraisers, Continue reading Council Green Tip: Planning Sustainable PTA Events with Food
Thanks to all who attended our April 21 panel presentation, “Creating Healthier Indoor Environments for Children to Thrive”! A huge thanks to our panelists for sharing such relevant and timely information about why we should work on improving our indoor Continue reading Recap: Creating Healthier Indoor Environments for Children to Thrive
Bring sustainability into homeschooling and celebrate the 50th anniversary of Earth Day April 22, 2020 will mark the 50th anniversary of Earth Day! With schools closed and our daily life upended, we have had to shift, adapt and create new Continue reading Finding the Green Lining
LWPTSA’s Sustainability Committee has compiled tips to help avoid unnecessary waste and promote sustainability during the holiday season and throughout the year. Sustainable Gifting Tips Buy Local – Support local businesses, avoid delivery costs and cut down on shipping. Make Continue reading Sustainable Gift-Giving Tips