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Upcoming Parent Education Events!

1/10/2021

 
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Northshore Council PTSA is proud to co-sponsor two upcoming Parent Education Events taking place on Thursday, January 28th; one on digital safety and the other on instilling positive self-identity in our children. These events were made possible by the Educational Speaker and Community Event Grants Program. Check out the details for each of these events below!
Inclusion in the Early Years

Thursday, January 28th @ 6:30pm via Zoom

Join us for this presentation by Rosetta Eun Ryong Lee on learning how we can, in age appropriate ways, instill positive self-identity in our children and coach them to be positive influences on others' identities. Learn conversational tools and advice for ways to develop intentionally inclusive and identity conscious children.
Topics covered will include:
  • Modeling behaviors for kids
  • Coaching them for reacting to difference
  • Choosing/using media mindfully
  • Exploring identity and cultural competency

Click here to register! 

Spanish and Hindi interpretation will be available.
A recording will be provided after the event.

​Sponsored by Northshore Council PTSA, Kenmore Elementary PTA, Canyon Creek Elementary PTA, Fernwood Elementary PTA, Kokanee Elementary PTA, Ruby Bridges Elementary PTSA, and Woodin Elementary PTA.

View the flyer below or download it by clicking here.
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Digital Safety 101

Thursday, January 28th @ 7pm via Zoom
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Join author, educator and international speaker Jo Langford for an important talk tailored to parents/guardians to build their internet "savvy" to help our kids build their online lives with boundaries, etiquette and good judgement.
Topics covered will include:
  • An overview of tween/teen behavior in a digital world.
  • Risks and benefits of online life.
  • Most popular social networking apps explained.
  • A primer on "The 3 Big Bags" -- Porn, Cyberbullying and Sexting.
  • A healthy dose of questions & answers, so bring your questions to an expert.

Click here to register!

Sponsored by Northshore Council PTSA, Skyview Middle School PTSA, Canyon Park Middle School PTSA & Timbercrest Middle School PTSA.

View the flyer below or download it by clicking here.
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Northshore PTAs Connect - Midday Online Roundtable 1/28

1/9/2021

 
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Join us for ‘Northshore PTAs Connect’ – an online roundtable discussion for PTA/PTSA leaders to ask questions, share ideas, and connect with one another.

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Northshore PTAs Connect Roundtables are designed to support our local PTA/PTSA leaders as we navigate membership, programs, and managing our organizations in an uncertain and ever-changing landscape.

This midday (12 noon) roundtable will be an open discussion in order to give our Local Leaders the opportunity to ask questions and tackle emerging or ongoing areas of interest or concern as we head into the 2nd half of the 20-21 school year.

Date: Thursday, January 28th
Time: 12:00PM (noon)
Location: Online via Zoom

Join Zoom Meeting
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Meeting ID: 979 4564 2459
Passcode: *Available upon request

F.A.C.E. & DEI in 2021

1/6/2021

 
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Council is so proud of the work our Northshore PTAs/PTSAs are doing to support and engage our community, especially during these challenging times and we can't wait to see what you have to offer in 2021!

As a reminder, we are keeping an ongoing list of events our local PTAs are hosting. This is a great resource to help connect with each other on events or inspire one for your PTA to host. 
If you have an event to include, particularly if it's available to members of other PTA/PTSAs, please share with our larger membership community by completing this Google form. 
To view a list of upcoming events, click here.

To help connect further with other local leaders, check out our new FACE/DEI Facebook Group which is open to anyone interested in engaging and learning more about Family & Community Engagement and Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion. We would love to have you join us!

Finally, as you plan activities for 2021, please consider planning inclusive events. National PTA has put together a comprehensive Multicultural Calendar to highlight and celebrate the diversity of our PTAs and school communities. You can view this calendar below or click here to print the PDF.

General Meeting - January 21st, 2021

12/18/2020

 
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Please join us for our 3rd general membership meeting of the year on Thursday, January 21, 2021 via Zoom.

Guest Speaker Update: Cherry Holmes (Reg 6 DEI Chair, WSPTA FACE Committee + DEI Chair, and part of the OSPI DEI Workgroup) will be joining us during this meeting. She will be talking about WSPTA DEI resources that local leaders can use within their own units. 
 
Topic: Jan. 21, 2021 - Membership Meeting - Northshore Council PTSA
Time: Jan 21, 2021 07:00 PM Pacific Time (US and Canada)
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Meeting ID: 987 6803 0408
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Council meetings will build your PTA knowledge, give you the opportunity to network with other PTA, school district and community leaders, and they can be a lot of fun, too. Each PTA may send up to 4 voting representatives - but we encourage ALL who are interested to attend. We look forward to seeing you there!

*A meeting passcode is required to join. It will be sent to local leaders via email. You can also request the passcode by emailing Council PTSA Communications VP, Rachel Fitzgerald.

11/16 General Membership Meeting Recap

11/23/2020

 
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It was great to see so many local PTA leaders in attendance for our 2nd meeting of the 20-21 school year!

The meeting kicked off with a Q and A led by our Superintendent, Dr. Michelle Reid.  In addition to mentioning that the current plan with online schooling is to stay the course, she also answered many questions regarding topics such as homework, updates on the NSD curriculum resource web page, communication strategies for teachers and parents and building access for PTA’s.  There was also a discussion regarding ideas for the district to provide some morale boosting activities for students and families to help with community building while we are still isolating at home for online learning. Dr. Reid welcomed ideas from the group and will investigate how to best provide some community building activities in the district.  


During the Council Business portion of the meeting, the membership elected Grace Jurado, Liz Nord and Jane Chiodo as the 20-21 Nominating Committee.  Next on the agenda was a financial report given by Council Treasurer, Liz Nord.  Her report included the Treasurer’s Reports for both September and October, presentation of the newly adopted money handling policy and an update regarding the fulfillment of the Standards of Affiliation.  Liz noted that any PTA that needs to create or update their current money handling policy is welcome to use the council’s as a template found here.  
Lastly, there was an update regarding council goals which involved renaming the goal previously called Leading and Developing our Northshore PTAs and Leaders to Communicating with our Northshore Local PTAs and Leaders.  Grace Jurado, Nancy Chamberlain and Melissa Kline worked together to create a new title and verbiage surrounding the elements of the action items in effort to create goals that are concrete and attainable.   The membership unanimously voted to update the proposed changes to the council goals as presented.

During this meeting we also heard from Northshore Nourishing Network (NNN) Director Sue Freeman.  She shared information and tips for PTAs looking to start a successful food drive for their local units.  Sue noted that the Northshore Senior Center needs canned vegetables, tuna and chicken for those looking to donate. It was suggested by a member that coordination for a food drive combined with school supply pick up days or porch pick up to gather food donations.  Sue also shared that she has created helpful documents for suggested items to donate as well as how to start a free pantry.  Learn more about NNN here.

We then heard from community leaders including School Board Director Jacqueline McGourty, NSD Partnerships and Volunteer Coordinator Natalie Campbell and the Northshore Schools Foundation Executive Director Carmin Dalziel.

  • Director McGourty reported that the school board just finished up the last round of ongoing discussions with our legislators, presenting them with their list of priorities.  The most prominent priority right now is digital equity.  She also shared that the board has started the refresh of their five year strategic plan.  Director McGourty mentioned that the board has also resumed school visits and that being able to see what is happening the classroom as well as with the principals and admins has been refreshing!  
  • Natalie Campbell spoke about the decision to pilot the Peach Jar flyer distribution program for one year.  As well as mentioning that there is continued support for the Art Docent program.  She noted that NSD is finishing their pilot with 6 Crickets and they are looking for input based on if they should continue the program, retool it or decide its not needed.  Natalie is continuing to work on an update to the PTA Resource Guide.  The guide will include reminders with regards to communications, what can be published on the website, accessibility standards, resources for translation and more. This will be especially helpful to those new PTA leaders in our district.
  • Carmin Dalziel reported that the Northshore Schools Foundation’s classroom grant process is now open.  PTA leaders are welcome to request grants for their schools. They will be sending out postcards to teachers.  Right now there is a big focus on high school seniors.  NSF is currently offering classes on things like financial aid among other things for seniors and their families to take advantage of. Carmin shared that all though last year when COVID hit they gifted $200 gift cards for families from their Basic Needs Aid program.  Now that COVID is more of a normal situation the Basic Needs Aid fund will be reserved for emergencies.  NSF is working with the district to make sure that there is a CARE team at each school for students and families in need.  In total they have donated $94K towards the success of this program. For more frequent NSF updates please refer the NSF blog.

​Lastly on the agenda was Council updates on Advocacy, Membership and F.A.C.E. as well as an update from our First Vice President, Jane Chiodo, regarding the WSPTA awards and the Speaker and Events Grants.
  • VP of Advocacy, Diana Christiansen shared the top five legislative priorities and the WSPTA supported issues for 20-21.  Diana also wanted to share thanks for the candidates that participated in the candidates forum.  She also shared a PDF for how to share a pitch with legislators.  Reminder that Focus Day is January 18th, and that week will be Focus on Advocacy Week.  Check out our Advocacy page for more legislative updates including a link to sign up for the WSPTA Action Network.
  • Membership Chair, Melissa Kline, shared that as a whole our district is at 52% for membership. There are 5 PTAs that have 75% of last years membership! She also explained how the 100% Staff Membership award is calculated and how to apply for it.  Melissa reminded members that personal connection is the best way to gain members.  More tips and suggestions are posted on our Membership webpage in the Membership Facebook group.
  • F.A.C.E. Chair, Lauren Lewis, encouraged all to join the new F.A.C.E. and DEI Facebook group.  The group is for F.A.C.E. (Family and Community Engagement) & DEI (Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion) Chairs or anyone interested about learning and sharing more on these topics.  Lauren is working on putting together at least on event that is open for all PTAs to attend.  The biggest asks have been surrounding mental health and internet safety.  It was also highlighted that NSD has a strategic plan for inclusion – there is an inventory for all parent groups for a self-assessment.  The district spent time putting together these documents and there are clear takeaways.
  • First VP Jane Chiodo shared that the next Educational Speakers and Community Events Grant application deadline is November 27th.  The final deadline will be January 22nd, 2021.  For more information click here.  Lastly, Jane spoke about the WSPTA Awards of Excellence program.  PTAs are encouraged to check out the different categories to look at the criteria for the award and which ones your PTA might be interested in.  Some examples of awards include the Standards of Excellence, Communications, Significant Actions, Newsletter and Outstanding Website.  Applications for awards are due by March 15, 2021.

​Council meetings are a great way to reach other PTA leaders and learn about what is happening in the district and PTA. We hope you will join us for our next general membership meeting on Thursday, January 21st!

General Meeting - November 16th, 2020

10/24/2020

 
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Please join us for our second general membership meeting of the year on Monday, November 16, 2020 via Zoom.
In addition to our regular business items, we’ll also be holding elections for our 2020-2021 Nominating Committee (See Notice of Election Post).

Additionally, Dr. Michelle Reid, Northshore School District Superintendent, will be joining us for a brief Q&A session during this meeting!
 
Topic: Northshore Council PTSA November General Meeting
Time: Nov 16, 2020 07:00 PM Pacific Time (US and Canada)

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Council meetings will build your PTA knowledge, give you the opportunity to network with other PTA, school district and community leaders, and they can be a lot of fun, too. Each PTA may send up to 4 voting representatives - but we encourage ALL who are interested to attend. We look forward to seeing you there!

*A meeting passcode is required to join. It will be sent to local leaders via email. You can also request the passcode by emailing Council PTSA Communications VP, Rachel Fitzgerald.

Reflections Roundtable - 10/26

10/15/2020

 
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​Join us for a special Monday Night Roundtable focusing on Reflections!

​This roundtable is designed to support our local PTA/PTSA leaders as with any questions they may have about the Reflections Program. 

Date: Monday, October 26th
Time: 7:00PM
Location: Online via Zoom

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Meeting ID: 992 5779 6923
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Round 1 - Educational Speakers and Community Events Grant

10/11/2020

 
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​Northshore Council PTSA is proud to announce the recipient in our first round of Educational Speakers & Community Events Grants for 2020-2021!
  • Kenmore Elementary PTA - Parenting on the Same Page - 10/21
This event is open to the Northshore community.

Local PTAs/PTSAs interested in partnering with Northshore Council PTSA to host speakers or events may apply for a Northshore Council PTSA Educational Speakers and Community Events Grant. 2020-2021 grants are offered on a first-come, first-serve basis and applications will be reviewed by the Northshore Council PTSA until the Council Programs budget is used in its entirety. The submission deadline for  the next round of Educational Speakers & Community Events Grants is November 27th, 2020.

For more information about the program and to download the application, visit our Educational Speakers and Community Events Grant Program page.

AIM Insurance Renewal

10/10/2020

 
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Insurance renewal notices from AIM insurance have started to arrive! Remember to review coverage with your board before paying the premium. Please note that premium payments are due before the end of November.

WSPTA Recommendations for Insurance include:
  • General liability (covers your PTA),
  • Officers’ liability (covers the board of directors, who make the decisions),
  • Property if you own anything (short-term coverage is available for cookie dough or other physical items PTA holds during sales), and
  • Fidelity bond to cover the PTA assets for loss due to fraud and embezzlement.
You may also want to consider social media insurance if you have active social media accounts.

Also be sure to add Northshore School District as an additional insured and request the endorsement from AIM when you renew - they do not automatically send that each year. NSD requires an updated copy of the form each year by December. If your PTA does not submit the updated endorsement, you risk cancellation of existing facility reservations and will be unable to make new requests until they have updated insurance paperwork.


Renewing with Additional Insured and Endorsement

There are two ways to request an Additional Insured with endorsement:

(1) If you have not yet renewed, when applying for insurance online, choose to add the Additional Insured and add:
Northshore School District
3330 Monte Vista Parkway
Bothell, WA 98021

​In the description request put: “Please send Endorsement with certificate.”
You will be emailed a copy of your Insurance and the Additional Insured certificates. A copy of both of these then need to be forwarded to Vanessa Greek at the NSD office.

(2) If you have already renewed but did not submit the request with the AI information at renewal, fill
out the Additional Insured Request Form. Make sure you put on the request that you need
an “Endorsement with certificate”. Then send the form to aim@aim-companies.com. Once you
have both certificates, send a copy of each to Vanessa Greek at the NSD office.

For questions, contact AIM toll free at 1-800-876-4044.

Threads & Treads - Information to Share

10/6/2020

 
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Threads & Treads provides Northshore families free, quality donated clothing for school age youth, teens, young adults and parents. Clothing items include: school-appropriate clothing for the school day and special events, sportswear, shoes, and accessories. All NSD families in need of clothing assistance are welcome to shop each month for 3 outfits and school event attire.

They are open weekly each Wednesday afternoon from 3-6pm. Click here for shopping guidelines to accommodate social distancing protocols. 


Please consider helping to spread the word about this Northshore community resource via your PTA communication channels! 

Threads & Treads Needs Volunteers! They can only have adult volunteers at this time. Visit this link to sign-up today: https://cpptsa.org/ways-to-help/volunteer-sign-ups/
  • Volunteer during shopping/open hours! Wednesdays 3-6pm. Volunteers assist with selecting clothing items for families, enjoy conversations about school, community resources and activities, while sorting and displaying the clothing donations. Volunteers can commit to a weekly or monthly schedule!    
  • Volunteer to help sort and stock! Wednesdays between the hours of 2-6pm. We may open more hours depending on the interest and need. Sort donations, stock items, and display fashions! Organize and prep for open hours! 
For more information on Volunteering, contact Eileen Jowell or Kelly Hennessey at tandt@cpptsa.org or 425-478-7917.

Threads & Treads Needs Donations!
  • Threads and Treads accepts new or gently worn, fashionable clothing from sizes 5T to adult. Clothing items that are consistent with school dress-codes, special occasions and professional workplace attire are preferred. Donations can be brought to the main office of Canyon Park Middle School during the school day or directly to the Threads & Treads portables on Wednesdays during open hours.
  • Threads and Treads also needs new socks and underwear in all sizes. School or business drives are a great way to collect these items and donate to T&T. Talk to your ASB or Community Service Coordinator about arranging a drive! Groups wishing to arrange a clothing drive, contact Eileen Jowell or Kelly Hennessey at tandt@cpptsa.org
  • We now have an AMAZON WISH LIST! Click here for information.
  • Monetary donations are also welcome. Please make checks out to CPMS PTSA and in the FOR line write Threads and Treads. You can mail it to CPMS PTSA Attn: Threads and Treads at P.O. Box 1889 – Bothell, WA 98041. 

​Threads & Treads Donation Wishes:
  • New socks and undergarments for all ages, genders and sizes
  • Junior/teen clothing styles for male and females
  • Gently worn current fashion clothing, sizes 5T to Adult
  • Shoes (sneakers and dressy), all sizes
  • Belts, Bags and wearable accessories
  • Volunteer!

If you have any questions or would like information to provide to your school, please feel free to contact Kelly Hennessey at tandt@cpptsa.org.

Thank you for your help in supporting this vital community resource!

THIS PROGRAM IS COORDINATED AND SUPPORTED BY CANYON PARK MIDDLE SCHOOL PTSA.

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