Lake Washington PTSA Council 2.8
Serving the 44 PTAs & PTSAs Within the Lake Washington School District
Dear LWPTSA Leaders, It has been both an honor and a transformative journey to serve alongside the LWPTSA Board and so many passionate PTSA leaders across our district. Through this work, I’ve gained more than experience—I’ve gained perspective, purpose, and relationships Continue reading With Gratitude and Goodbye: Rooted in Advocacy, Guided by Belonging
Inspired by the work of Dr. Victoria Verlezza Internalized ableism is not a personal failing. It is the quiet echo of systems designed to exclude. When we question our worth because we move at a different pace, need support, or Continue reading Combating Internalized Ableism – Creating Cultures of Access and Belonging
DEIB Year-End Recap 🌱 We wrapped up our final LWPTSA Council DEIB Committee meeting of the year with a sense of deep purpose and renewed energy—thanks to the brilliant insights of our guest speaker, Ilsa Govan, and the open-hearted leadership Continue reading Rooted in Reflection, Ready to Grow
Initiating LWPTSA System Upgrade … 💻 As I complete my term as Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Committee Co-Chair for LWPTSA Council, I’m not just closing a file—I’m passing on a responsibility. This isn’t an uninstall. It’s a system upgrade. What follows Continue reading DEI.exe Has Crashed
In an era of rapid change and uncertainty, belonging is both a personal commitment and a systemic responsibility. Grounded in equity and resilience, this presentation offers guidance for communities striving to foster inclusion, hope and purposeful action. [View meeting slides] Continue reading Advancing Belonging in Evolving Times: A Reflective Summary
Inclusion isn’t just about having everyone in the room—it’s about making sure everyone feels like they truly belong. At Lake Washington PTSA Council, we recognize that our community is rich with many identities, experiences and needs. Families come from diverse Continue reading Inclusion Happens in Layers
Public education is primarily the responsibility of states. Curriculum, graduation and learning standards, instructional materials, and school district budgets are all managed at the state or local level. Earlier this week, Washington State Superintendent Chris Reykdal responded to the US Continue reading OSPI Responds to Latest Federal Compliance Request Tying Funding to Eliminating DE&I Programs