Delegates from across the state virtually attended the 42nd Annual WSPTA Legislative Assembly on October 24th and 25th to learn, collaborate, debate, and ultimately vote on a variety of legislative principles, issues, and resolutions. During the Assembly, the delegates voted and selected the 2020-2021 Legislative Platform.
It was a highly educational, productive and successful weekend. Thank you to Carson Sanderson, Karen Smith, Adnan Siddiqui, Melanie McKenzie, Nicole Trimble, Mumtaz Zimbalist* & Emily Cross* for attending and using their PTA powers to make WSPTA a stronger and more powerful voice. (*denotes attendees, not voting delegates)
What is a legislative principle for WSPTA? These are long-term positions of WSPTA. They identify issues the association wishes to address. Often a legislative bill will address a legislative principle, but not solve the entire issue.
What is a legislative issue for WSPTA? The top 5 issues become the Legislative Priorities for a two-year cycle. Other issues are on the supported list for legislative advocacy.
What is a resolution for WSPTA? Resolutions guide our advocacy work from the local to the state level. They may be amended and updated, or retired, and are usually broader in scope than legislative issues. Resolutions are a resource that can be cited by members, the board, committees and staff to represent association positions
All residents are welcome to attend regular board meetings. The board provides a public comment period at the beginning of each meeting. During public comments, individuals may address the school board. Those interested in speaking should sign up prior to the meeting on a sheet available at the back of the board room.
Meetings are usually held on the second Monday of the month at 4pm and the fourth Monday at 7pm.
COVID-19 Update: In accordance with social distancing guidelines, school board meetings and study sessions will be conducted online and viewable to the public through a live stream until further notice.
Northshore School District COVID-19 Resources:
https://www.nsd.org/covid19
OSPI Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) Guidance & Resources for families:
https://www.k12.wa.us/about-ospi/press-releases/novel-coronavirus-covid-19-guidance-resources
Join the WSPTA Action Network Group - Sign up to receive timely information and action alerts during the Washington State Legislative sessions. This is a very easy way to make your voice heard.
Contact your state legislators via emails and/or phone calls. Click HERE to find your local Washington State Legislative. https://app.leg.wa.gov/DistrictFinder/
Did you know that PTA is the oldest and largest child advocacy organization in the country? Since inception in 1905, PTA has been a driving force behind the creation of kindergarten, hot lunch programs, early education, and so much more. PTA advocates on behalf of all children on the important issues impacting education, health, and safety.
PTA Advocacy can be as simple as being informed on the issues or can be expanded to include attending and speaking at school board meetings, sending letters and meeting with your legislators, attending the PTA Focus Day Rally, or testifying in front of the state legislature to put a face on important issues.
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Learn more about Washington State PTA by visiting their website at https://www.wastatepta.org/about/.
Learn more about National PTA by visiting their website at https://www.pta.org/.
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For more information about PTA Advocacy and Legislation in general, local representatives, 2020-2021 platform, and upcoming events for the year, please see our PTA Advocacy page.
rev 11/7/2020