Lake Washington PTSA Council 2.8
Serving the 44 PTAs & PTSAs Within the Lake Washington School District
Initiating LWPTSA System Upgrade … đź’» 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
A Recap of LWPTSA Council’s Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Workshop With Courtney Wooten By Zahra Eslami, LWPTSA Council Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Co-Chair On April 2, 2025, we had the privilege of hosting a powerful workshop with Courtney Wooten, joined Continue reading Bridging Toward Belonging
Are you ready to take meaningful action in fostering true belonging within our schools and communities? Join us for an engaging and interactive discussion that will empower us to create welcoming environments where every student and family feels valued. Guided Continue reading Building Bridges Toward Belonging – Join the Conversation!
A Recap of LWPTSA Council’s March 2025 DEI Committee Meeting With Ilsa Govan Our recent LWPTSA Council Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DE&I) meeting with Ilsa Govan was a deep, honest dive into what it means to foster real inclusion. It Continue reading Standing Strong for Diversity, Inclusion, Equity & Belonging