Washington State PTA
Washington State PTA (WSPTA) was founded in 1905 under the name Washington Congress of Parents and Teachers and is the largest volunteer organization in the state, boasting almost 135,00 members. WSPTA's unwavering mission is for every child's potential to become a reality. When you join PTA, you are strengthening PTA's collective voice in advocating for the health, safety and well-being of all children.
WSPTA Website | WSPTA Bylaws | WSPTA Policy | WSPTA Board of Directors
For the most current WSPTA news, dates, information and resources - please read the bi-weekly WSPTA Leadership News. Officers of local PTAs are automatically added to the Leadership News email list.
Also be sure to check out the WSPTA Blog.
Mailing Address: 15 Oregon Avenue | Suite 202 | Tacoma, WA 98409-7463
Phone: 253-214-7410 or Email: [email protected]
WSPTA Website | WSPTA Bylaws | WSPTA Policy | WSPTA Board of Directors
For the most current WSPTA news, dates, information and resources - please read the bi-weekly WSPTA Leadership News. Officers of local PTAs are automatically added to the Leadership News email list.
Also be sure to check out the WSPTA Blog.
Mailing Address: 15 Oregon Avenue | Suite 202 | Tacoma, WA 98409-7463
Phone: 253-214-7410 or Email: [email protected]
WSPTA Events
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Washington State PTA (WSPTA) is an amazing resource to both Northshore Council and our local PTAs. WSPTA hosts a few events a year that every PTA should promote and attend, including:
- Autumn Leadership Launch (A.L.L.) - August 23 & 24, 2024 - Online - A great way to create a strong start to the year with updated training and networking for new and returning leaders.
- Legislative Assembly* - October 26 & 27, 2024 - In-Person
- Focus on Advocacy Week* - Typically in February - Dates TBA
- Focus on Advocacy Day* - Typically in February - Dates TBA
- State PTA Annual Meeting & Convention - May 2 - 4, 2025 - In-Person - Convention is an excellent opportunity to expand your leadership knowledge and skills, network with other PTA leaders. The Annual Meeting is an opportunity to exercise your PTA's voice in the business of WSPTA by voting on amendments to the bylaws and election of officers.
Washington State PTA Programs
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These are great programs for local PTAs. See full list and resources on the WA State PTA Events & Programs Page. New program are always being added.
PTA Essay Contest - This statewide essay contest explores the important and varied influencers in the lives and education of children – from the children’s perspective. Click here to see past essays, applications and rules. Essays must be postmarked by February 15, 2025 PTA Reflections Program - The Reflections Program is a National PTA and WSPTA cultural arts competition. The purpose is to provide an opportunity for students to use their creative talents by expressing themselves through their own original works. This is typically a fall program. Learn more... |
Scholarship Program - Each year, the Washington State PTA awards a limited number of scholarships to graduates from Washington State public high schools. Washington State PTA scholarships are awarded on the basis of 1) financial need 2) academic performance and 3) leadership & community service. To apply, click here for details and the application due on February 13, 2025.
WA State PTA Awards of Excellence - Awards recognize and celebrate the hard work PTAs do for their community. Application deadline for all awards is March 13th, 2025. Award recipients will be announced at WA State PTA Convention in May. Learn more... Game Development Competition - Update 9/2023 - The WSPTA Game Development Competition has been discontinued. |
