Tip of the Week – July 7
Stay Connected Summertime is certainly a time to recharge, slow down and enjoy extra family time. It is also important to stay connected to each other, to WSPTA, and to your school. Now is the time to make sure that your board is working together to discuss what to prioritize, new ideas for family and…
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July 2022 – Executive Director Message
Dear Member, As I was waiting at the airport to fly to D.C. for the National PTA Hill Day and Convention last month, an announcement came over the intercom. “There will be no internet access on the flight to D.C.; you might want to download movies now.” My first reaction was frustration since I planned…
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Leadership
Tip of the Week – June 23
Financial Review Every PTA must conduct a year-end financial review, as specified in the WSPTA Uniform Bylaws. This is a PTA requirement, through the WSPTA Standards of Affiliation, required by fidelity bond insurance, and an important business practice. The year-end financial review should be completed no later than August 31 and should cover the period…
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Tip of the Week – June 9
Spring is a Great Time to Reflect Spring is a great time to reflect on the past year and contemplate plans for the new year. A great goal for the upcoming year would be to improve relationships and engagement between the PTA and the school. Working together for the success of all students will be…
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Council Spotlight – June 2022
Thank you to Shoreline Council PTSA 6.12 for sharing their council’s strategic plan to prioritize diversity, equity and inclusion. Keep reading to learn more about what they have done. Since adding a Family & Community Engagement Chair to our Board a few years ago, our Council has been prioritizing working to become a more diverse,…
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Leadership
Tip of the Week – June 2
Board Retreats Taking the time to organize and hold a board retreat helps put your new PTA board on the same ship sailing for the same destination of success. Gathering leaders over break can infuse enthusiasm in the incoming board, giving them an opportunity to get to know one another and to think about their…
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Leadership
Tip of the Week – May 19
Budgets Should Align with the Stated Purpose of Your PTA PTA funds must be spent on PTA purposes. Check to make sure that your PTA’s budget and activities are aligned with your PTA’s purposes. Each PTA submitted an IRS Form 1023 or an IRS Form 1024 when they applied for nonprofit status (501(c)(3) or 501(c)(4)).…
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Leadership
Tip of the Week – May 12
What should a PTA do if they have been unable to recruit and elect new officers this spring? As we continue to recover, this year has been another stressful one for families, and it may take some extra time to identify and elect a new board of directors. One question to ask is whether the current…
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Leadership
Tip of the Week – May 5
Sharpen the Saw “We must never become too busy sawing to take time to sharpen the saw.” -Dr. Stephen R. Covey To sharpen the saw means to seek balance in your life and to take the time to enhance your tools to become more effective in your efforts. In our busy day to day lives…
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Leadership
May 2022 – Executive Director Message
Dear Members, As a Washington State PTA member, you can take advantage of various discounts for goods and services. Our Member Discounts webpage lists the opportunities available to you. The options include vacation activities, supplies and shipping, and a few personal products. If you want to save some money for your next family vacation or…
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Leadership