Washington State PTA

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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 Board of Directors

For the most current WSPTA news, dates, information and resources - please read the 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: 1304 South Fawcett Avenue, Suite 300,Tacoma, Washington  98402
Phone: 253-214-7410 or Email: support@wastatepta.org

WSPTA Events

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 Washington State PTA (WSPTA) is an amazing resource to both Northshore Council and our 30+ PTAs.  WSPTA hosts a few events a year that every PTA should promote and attend, including:

  • Legislative Assembly - October 26-27, 2019 - Bellevue College, Bellevue, WA
  • Focus Day - January 20, 2020 in Olympia - details to come
  • State PTA Convention  - May 15-17, 2020 - Lynnwood, WA - Convention is an excellent opportunity to expand your leadership knowledge and skills, network with other PTA leaders and exercise your PTA's voice

Be sure to visit our Advocacy Page for recaps of these events.

Washington State PTA Programs

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 Men's Essay - Men make a difference in the lives of the children and children are more successful in and out of school when they have the guidance of an involved male role model.  Washington State PTA promoted a statewide essay contest that explored this vital relationship – from our children’s perspective.  Click here to see past essays, applications and rules.  Essays must be postmarked by March 1, 2020.

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 March 1, 2020.

Game Development Competition - The WSPTA//Game Development Competition is a Washington State PTA STEM-based program that supports student success for students in grades 9-12. The purpose is to provide an opportunity for students to use their creative talents by expressing themselves, either individually or in teams, by creating a computer game.  Learn more...       

WA State PTA Awards - Awards recognize and celebrate the hard work PTAs do for their community.  All awards must be postmarked by March 1st, 2020, and will announced at WA State PTA Convention in May.  Learn more...