Effective Budgets
Building a goal-based budget is key to the success of PTAs. Learn how to assess your PTA’s financial management practices and how to develop and amend budgets. Topics discussed in this class are not covered in the class Managing Your Nonprofit PTA.
Nominating Committee
Join us for this presentation to 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 position. Come learn the basics and why this is such an important committee it’s part of the WSPTA Uniform Bylaws…
Managing Your Nonprofit PTA
The financial management of the PTA is the responsibility of the entire board of directors. Learn basic financial skills to manage and track PTA funds, online accounts, legal obligations to maintain your tax-exempt status and other considerations. This training is recommended for all elected officers and board members. Register here for the zoom link to…
Tip of the Week – March 17
5 Reasons Why Training is Important Training can level the playing field. If someone wants to volunteer for a board position but is unsure of what might be required, training can clarify the expectations. Training provides people the chance to assess their own skill level. How well do you know what is being taught? Training…
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That’s a Wrap! – Autumn Leadership Launch 2021
It’s time to celebrate a successful introduction of the first-ever virtual Autumn Leadership Launch (A.L.L.)! Many thanks to all who attended and volunteered. Registration exceeded what we had anticipated. Between attendance and the number of views of recorded sessions, this proved to be a popular training option for leaders statewide. If you missed it this…
2017 WSPTA Legislative Assembly Recap
Delegates from across the state gathered for inspiration, advocacy education, networking, and to consider the addition of new positions to the policy platform, as Washington State PTA held its 39th annual Legislative Assembly, October 20-21. Some highlights of the WSPTA Legislative Assembly included an insightful and detailed update on the 2017 legislative session from WSPTA…
104th Annual WSPTA Convention
Reasons to Attend Convention Be inspired. Convention is the place where leaders go to be inspired, understand the issues, and learn the skills to be powerful and effective leaders and advocates. Professional development. Convention classes are the best way for PTA officers to get the leadership training they need to have a successful year, and for…
Region 1 Training: Money Matters
Training This training will cover shared fiduciary responsibility, officer responsibilities, basic financial management, legal requirements, and missing money. Money Matters provides guidelines for responsible fiscal management of local PTAs and councils. This training will help board members develop a basic understanding of the procedures and processes which should be in place to help assure the…