The 40th Annual Washington State PTA Legislative Assembly was October 20-21, 2018, in Auburn, WA. PTA delegates from across the state came together to set a new platform of legislative priorities for the 2018-2020 legislative session. Delegates approved three new legislative principles, four new resolutions as well as one amended resolution. In addition, a new two-year legislative platform was approved and the top five issues decided.
Top Five Issues:
Social Emotional Learning
School Construction and Simple Majority for Bonds**
Prevent Gun Violence
Strategies to Address the Teacher Shortage**
Strategic K-12 Investments to Close Gaps
Also Supported Issues include:
Best Practices for School Meals - Lunch
Best Practices for School Recess
Engaging Families in Student Success
Fund Paraeducator Training
Increase Access to High-Quality Preschool
Raise the Age of Tobacco and Electronic Nicotine Delivery Systems to 21**
