 Parent Ed RSVP: AI, Apps, and Algorithms
Tuesday, March 17, 2026 7–8 PM Moorlands Elementary Gym or join remotely Digital media is part of every child’s world now. Social platforms, apps, and AI-powered learning tools can bring real benefits, but they also introduce new risks. This session will help parents understand both sides and feel more confident guiding their kids online. We’re excited to welcome Katie Davis, author of Technology’s Child, who will walk through how digital media shapes children’s development from early childhood through adolescence. She’ll cover: • What kids are really doing online • How AI and social media influence learning and well-being • Practical strategies to create safe, healthy, age-appropriate digital habits at home Parents will leave with clear, usable tools to help kids navigate technology safely and thoughtfully. Please register: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfxIZP3baICe6_u34Xgqlg-zfXFhSCyL9C1bsrFhRhvGN35lg/viewform Sponsored by Moorlands Elementary PTA and Northshore Council PTSA  Recommendations for nomination are being sought for the 2026-2027 Executive Committee positions of the Northshore Council PTSA.
Please consider self-nominating or recommending someone you know to take on a leadership role with Council. Just think of all that PTA/PTSA knowledge you have! Put it to use by helping us to help other PTAs in our area. We'd love to have you join us! Please find the nomination form with list of open positions here! • President • First Vice President • Treasurer • Secretary • Vice President of Events • Vice President of Communications • Vice President of Advocacy • Vice President of Elementary Support • Vice President of Secondary Support • Any/Unknown - Choose this if you would like the Nominating Committee to find the best council role for your nominee. Individuals are welcome to recommend themselves for nomination. Multiple forms may be submitted for multiple candidates. Deadline for recommendations: FEBRUARY 18, 2026. For questions or more information about a position, please contact the nomination committee at [email protected].  The Washington State PTA (WSPTA) has an award and recognition program whose purpose is to build pride, participation in, and awareness of WSPTA as well as celebrate the work PTAs do to make a difference in their communities. These awards give recognition for outstanding efforts and motivate local PTAs and councils to provide quality service for and involvement of their members. Applying for these awards helps local PTAs and councils benchmark their efforts and become resources for other local PTAs and councils. Awards and programs also help build awareness of the WSPTA mission and focus. When local PTAs and councils are recognized for the work they are doing, it builds pride in the community and helps people connect with the PTA. The WSPTA Awards of Excellence committee encourages all PTAs to apply for an award for the upcoming year. Please take a few minutes to explore the various awards available on the WSPTA website (https://www.wastatepta.org/programs/awards/excellence/). Application deadline March 12, 2026 • Advocacy Award of Excellence • Diversity, Inclusion and Outreach Award of Excellence • Family and Community Engagement Award of Excellence • Outstanding Communication Strategy Award • Outstanding New PTA Award Year 1 and 2 • Outstanding Newsletter Award • Outstanding Website Award • Standards of Excellence Award • Standards of Affiliation Recognition Award • Outstanding PTA of the Year Questions: [email protected] To highlight the importance of membership growth, Washington State PTA recognizes local PTAs for enrolling more members than they did in the previous year. As PTAs achieve incremental increases in membership growth, they are recognized for each milestone they reach. Membership Achievement Awards provide a significant opportunity for recognition that a local PTA can earn. To be eligible, a local PTA must be in good standing and submit a completed application by March 12, 2026. Please take a few minutes to explore the various awards available on the WSPTA website (https://www.wastatepta.org/programs/awards/membership/) Application deadline March 12, 2026 • 100% Staff Membership Award • 100% PTA Membership Award • Student Membership Award  REGISTRATION IS LIVE! Washington’s First Teen-Led Mental Health Summit is officially open for registration! For the first time in Washington State, this student-led, action-driven summit brings youth and adults together to move beyond awareness and into real solutions for mental health in our schools and communities. Action starts here. ACTION STARTS WITH US.
LEARN MORE & REGISTER @ http://nexusforschools.com/summit Event Details: Date & Time: Saturday, March 21st 2026 | 10:00 AM-4:00 PM Location: Aura Event Center (3100 East Valley Rd, Renton, WA 98057) Attendees: Youth (grades 6-12) & Adults (parents, educators, school staff, community members, and advocates) Reach out to mailto:[email protected] for FREE Registration supported by Donors. |
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