Some of the issue, resolution and principle submitters who participated in Legislative Assembly 2018 (including a number of Northshore delegates) posed for a photo with WSPTA President, Michelle Nims (second from right).
Northshore Council Advocates for all Children
Northshore Council PTSA works hard to be an advocate for all children, not just in Northshore School district but in the state! PTA members from Northshore submitted four issues and two resolutions that were approved by delegates at 2018 Legislative Assembly! See the full platform below or visit the WSPTA Advocacy page to learn more.
On October 1, 2018, Northshore Council PTSA sponsored a Candidates Forum for candidates vying for state legislative positions in the 1st, 45th, and 46th districts. It was an opportunity for community members to connect with the candidates and ask questions to inform their votes. Learn more and watch a recording of the event.
Northshore Council PTSA Legislative Action Plan and some our advocacy activities
Northshore Council PTSA works hard to be an advocate for all children, not just in Northshore School district but in the state! PTA members from Northshore submitted four issues and two resolutions that were approved by delegates at 2018 Legislative Assembly! See the full platform below or visit the WSPTA Advocacy page to learn more.
On October 1, 2018, Northshore Council PTSA sponsored a Candidates Forum for candidates vying for state legislative positions in the 1st, 45th, and 46th districts. It was an opportunity for community members to connect with the candidates and ask questions to inform their votes. Learn more and watch a recording of the event.
Northshore Council PTSA Legislative Action Plan and some our advocacy activities
- BEING RELEVANT focused on bringing the policy expertise that exists on our Council Board to physically write and implement new education and child safety policies in our school district.
- Council is represented, and gives a report, at every school board meeting and study session, and has even been called by one school board director the “volunteer policy analyst for the school board.”
- Council’s input was sought by the school board during the crafting of new school board policies regarding Integrated Pest Management (a new WSPTA Resolution), a more inclusive Gender Equity Policy, and for a Proclamation on Respectful and Inclusive Environments.
- By becoming a trusted partner and seen as the voice of our community, we were invited by the Superintendent to join the Strategic Planning Initiative.. This resulted in Family Engagement being adopted as one of the strategic plan's Four Pillars and PTA’s National Standards for Family-School Partnerships was used as the template. The Northshore Council President helped lead the district team in writing the school district’s new mission/vision statement.
PTA Advocacy Events and Recaps 2018-2019
It's About How PTA Shows Up, Stands Up and Speaks Up!
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It's About How PTA Shows Up, Stands Up and Speaks Up!
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- WSPTA Convention - April 26-28, 2019 at the Sea-Tac Hilton Convention Center - At Convention, delegates from across the state will elect future state PTA leaders and vote on bylaws changes, additions and revisions. Attendees also take great classes, network with others and bring away amazing ideas they can bring back to their PTA to implement. Be sure that your PTA is represented at Convention. Your PTA gets a minimum of 4 votes during the general session. (voting #s are based on membership) This is another opportunity for your PTA to exercise its voice!
- Advocacy Week - February 11-15, 2019 - WSPTA will be asking members to send pre-written emails each day during Advocacy Week – February 11 – 15, 2019. Subscribe to the WSPTA Action Network to stay informed.
- Focus Day - February 11, 2019 - UPDATE: Event Cancelled due to inclement weather
- Bus with Us to Focus Day! - Cancelled due to inclement weather
- WSPTA Action Network
- WSPTA's New Top Five Platform!
PTA Legislative Platform
The legislative platform supports the delivery of the PTA mission
The current legislative platform was decided at Washington State PTA's Legislative Assembly on 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 in support of our shared vision of "Making every child's potential a reality."
- PTA is a powerful voice for all children
- PTA is a relevant resource for families, schools and communities
- PTA is a strong advocate for the well-being and education of every child
The current legislative platform was decided at Washington State PTA's Legislative Assembly on 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 in support of our shared vision of "Making every child's potential a reality."
WSPTA’s 2018-2020 Platform:
Also supported (listed alphabetically):
Washington State PTA Resolutions
***submitted by a Northshore PTA member!
- 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 (listed alphabetically):
- 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***
- Safe School Plans and Emergency Preparedness***
Washington State PTA Resolutions
***submitted by a Northshore PTA member!
