WSPTA

Featured Partnership: Special Olympics Washington - Unified Champion Schools
2024-12-02 17:00 - 18:30 (America/Los_Angeles)
In recognition of Inclusive Schools Week, the WSPTA Special Education Committee has invited presenters from the Special Olympics Washington Unified Champion Schools program. The Unified Champion Schools® program fosters school climates that: are free from bullying and exclusion, combat stereotypes and negative attitudes, eliminate hurtful language, promote healthy activity and interactions, and are welcoming and value the engagement of all students.
Join us to learn more about how the three-component strategy promotes social inclusion in schools pre-K through college.
This online presentation will include the opportunity to break into smaller groups for discussion.
Register required at the link below.

Actionable Takeaways - A FACE/DEI Panel
2024-12-03 18:30 - 19:30
Washington State PTA’s Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee presents Actionable Takeaways.
During this panel, DEI award winners and our Washington State PTA DEI Committee will share ideas you can use both long term and today.
There will also be question and answer time.
Register below

PTA and the Law
2024-12-07 09:00 - 12:00, 2025-01-16 18:00 - 21:00
This is the most important and useful class of them all, as it will prepare you and your fellow officers to run your PTA with an eye toward the important legal and fiscal requirements in running a nonprofit. PTA and the Law deals with state and federal rules and regulations relevant to running a charitable, tax-exempt, nonprofit corporation in the state of Washington and will explain how these rules impact your PTA. PTA and the Law is a required class for at least one PTA officer each year.
Register below.

WSPTA Programs Roundtable with Q&A
2024-12-14 10:00 - 11:30
Are you ready to submit your applications for the Student Programs, Award of Excellence (AOE) Awards or Leadership Service Award? Do you have questions or need assistance?
Join the Programs Roundtable to have your questions answered.
Members of the Programs Commitee will available to provide a brief overview of the application process for all WSPTA Programs, provide tips for a successful submission and answer any questions you may have.

Email ptaprogdir@wastatepta.org for additional information.
Register below

What to expect in the 2025 Legislative Session
2024-12-17 19:00 - 20:00
Join WSPTA Legislative Consultant Marie Sullivan for an overview of what to expect in the 2025 legislative session, including post-election changes in the legislature, known session protocols, and how to best engage with the 2025 legislature during this long session.

Winter Break – Office Closed
2024-12-23 - 2025-01-01

Reflections Submission Training
2025-01-06 18:30 - 19:30
It’s almost time to submit your Reflections entries to Washington State PTA! Join us as we go over the most recent instructions and demonstration of how to submit your entries using the online portal. If you’re the Reflections chair for your school or council and can’t make this event, please send someone who can pass along the information to you. See you soon!

Managing Your Nonprofit PTA
2025-01-09 10:00 - 13:00
The financial management of the PTA is the responsibility of the entire board of directors. Learn the basic financial skills to manage and track PTA funds, online accounts, legal obligations to maintain your tax-exempt status and other considerations. Recommended for all elected officers and board members.

2025 Legislative Session Preview: Legislator Panel
2025-01-09 19:00 - 20:30
Please note new date – Thursday January 9, 2025
Join Legislative Consultant Marie Sullivan and leaders of the Washington State Legislature for a discussion about priorities during the 2025 Legislative Session.
Confirmed speakers coming soon.
Register below

Leadership Conference
2025-01-11 10:00 - 14:00
The 2025 WSPTA Leadership Conference for Council leaders, Region Service Committee Members, Region Directors and WSPTA state committee leaders, will be held virtually on Saturday, January 11, 2025 from 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Make sure your contact information is updated with WSPTA to receive your invitation. Look for it, and the registration link, in an email coming your way soon. We look forward to seeing you there.

Reflections Deadline - Submissions by Councils & Non-Council PTAs to WSPTA
2025-01-15
Reflections Chairs at the council level (and at PTAs not part of a council) must submit their entries to the statewide Reflections Arts Contest by this date.
Please ntoe that this is not the deadline for students to submit their entries to their local Reflections contest nor is it the deadline for PTAs to submit entries to their councils. Those deadline are set at the local level. Please reach out to your local Reflections Chair for information on local deadlines.
Visit the Reflections Arts Contest webpage here: https://wastatepta.org/events-programs/reflections/

Keeping Your PTA Finances Secure Roundtable
2025-01-15 18:00 - 19:00
Are your PTA finances secure? Hear from WSPTA leaders on how to write your policies and plan your procedures in order keep your PTA finances safe. We will talk about avoiding scams and protecting your PTA from embezzlement. This meeting will be in a roundtable format.

Martin Luther King Day - Office Closed
2025-01-20
The WSPTA office will be closed in observance of Martin Luther King Day.

WSPTA Board of Directors Meeting
2025-02-01 09:00 - 17:00
Virtual
Date and time subject to change

PTA and the Law
2025-02-04 10:00 - 13:00
This is the most important and useful class of them all, as it will prepare you and your fellow officers to run your PTA with an eye toward the important legal and fiscal requirements in running a nonprofit. PTA and the Law deals with state and federal rules and regulations relevant to running a charitable, tax-exempt, nonprofit corporation in the state of Washington and will explain how these rules impact your PTA. PTA and the Law is a required class for at least one PTA officer each year.

Nominating Committee - hosted by Region 6
2025-02-05 19:00 - 20:00
This presentation will help participants understand the importance of the nominating committee, how to elect them, and methods of organization so they have the tools to help them recruit qualified candidates for the positions.
This class has been organized by leaders in Region 6 but is open to all Washington State PTA leaders to attend.

PTA Connected: Empowering Families for Digital Safety
2025-02-11 18:30 - 20:00
Join us on February 11th for National Safer Internet Day, a day focused on promoting safe and responsible internet use for children and young adults. In honor of this day, the Washington State PTA Champion, Betty Gibbins, will present an overview of the National PTA Digital Safety Program-PTA Connected. PTA Connected is a series of digital safety programs empowering parents and leaders with the tools to keep kids safe online and be tech savvy.
Discover free resources from partners like TikTok, AT&T, Google, and Discord, and learn about upcoming in-person workshops for parents and students.
Don’t miss this opportunity to make a positive impact on digital safety in your community!
Register below.

Scholarship and Essay Contest Deadline
2025-02-13
Learn more about the Essay Contest here: https://wastatepta.org/events-programs/pta-essay-contest/
And the Scholarship here: https://wastatepta.org/events-programs/scholarship-program/

Focus Day
2025-02-17 08:30 - 14:30 | United Churches of Olympia, 110 11th Ave SE, Olympia, WA, 98501, United States
What is Focus on Advocacy Day? We need WSPTA leaders and members to meet with their state representatives and senators to share the PTA mission and priorities. Let’s make sure the PTA voice is loud and proud on this day! You will be provided with everything you need to know in order to schedule and hold a successful meeting with your legislators.
Learn more about the event here.
Ready to join us? Register here.

Building Your Budget and Creating a Narrative
2025-02-19 18:00 - 19:00
Are you starting to plan your budget for the coming year? Join us as we answer your budget questions and talk about how to build a budget narrative to increase your members’ understading of your finances.

Finding Future Leaders - Nominating Committee
2025-02-20 19:00 - 20:00
This presentation will help participants understand the importance of the nominating committee, how to elect them, and methods of organization so they have the tools to help them recruit qualified candidates for the positions.
Register below.

Leading From Where You Are (class 1 of 3)
2025-02-25 18:30 - 20:00
We’re excited to present the first of an interactive three-part leadership workshop series. Join us as we start the workshops with an overview recognizing different styles of leadership as well as beginning discussions on the types of issues a leader may need to address. The following sessions on March 18th and April 8th, will address some practical tasks involved with many public-facing PTA leadership positions. We’ll work on preparation for presenting and facilitating both virtually and in-person. Come for some great discussions and coaching! It’s recommended you register for all three if interested in attending. Space is limited so register now!

PTA and the Law - Only 2 left this year!
2025-03-01 09:00 - 12:00
This is the most important and useful class of them all, as it will prepare you and your fellow officers to run your PTA with an eye toward the important legal and fiscal requirements in running a nonprofit. PTA and the Law deals with state and federal rules and regulations relevant to running a charitable, tax-exempt, nonprofit corporation in the state of Washington and will explain how these rules impact your PTA. PTA and the Law is a required class for at least one PTA officer each year.
This is the next-to-last statewide offering of this class for 2024-25 so be sure to fulfill your requirement by having an officer attend!

Local Leader Guidance for DEI
2025-03-05 18:30 - 19:30
Come learn about the DEI resource guide for local leaders and connect with others to start building your plan to take actionable steps at the local level. Presented by the WSPTA Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee.
Register below.

Financial Review Roundtable
2025-03-10 12:00 - 13:00
This final financial roundtable of the year is geared towards treasurers and your PTA’s financial review team. We will walk through the documents needed for the review, how to organize them, and how to find the important information on each document.
Register below.

Finding Future Leaders - Nominating Committee
2025-03-11 12:00 - 13:00
This presentation will help participants understand the importance of the nominating committee, how to elect them, and methods of organization so they have the tools to help them recruit the best qualified candidates for the positions.
Register below.

Town Hall Q&A Drop-in Session
2025-03-12 17:00 - 18:00
Many legislators will be holding town halls over the next few weeks to check in with their constituents. Legislative advocacy can feel intimidating or confusing at times. We get that and want to support you. Advocacy Committee members are happy to help you prepare for your town hall and answer any questions you might have. We can also help you tailor your advocacy to your legislative district. Join us for two drop-in town hall Q&A drop-in sessions or contact ptaadvocacydir@wastatepta.org.
Register below

Awards Deadline: Awards of Excellence, Leadership Service Award, & Individual State Awards
2025-03-13
March 13 is the deadline for:

PTAs and councils to submit their Awards of Excellence (AOE) applications.
Individuals to submit their Leadership Service Award (LSA) applications.
Indivudals to submit nominations for State Level Recognition (a.k.a. the Individual State Awards)

Learn more about:
AOE: https://www.wastatepta.org/events-programs/awards/excellence/
LSA: https://www.wastatepta.org/pta-leaders/leadership-service/
Individual State Awards: https://wastatepta.org/focus-areas/state-level-recognitions/

Town Hall Q&A Drop-in Session
2025-03-14 12:00 - 13:00
Many legislators will be holding town halls over the next few weeks to check in with their constituents. Legislative advocacy can feel intimidating or confusing at times. We get that and want to support you. Advocacy Committee members are happy to help you prepare for your town hall and answer any questions you might have. We can also help you tailor your advocacy to your legislative district. Join us for two drop-in town hall Q&A drop-in sessions or contact ptaadvocacydir@wastatepta.org.
