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
By Zahra Eslami, LWPTSA Council Co-VP of Advocacy Washington’s public schools are facing a funding crisis. Many districts, including Lake Washington School District (LWSD), are grappling with budget shortfalls that threaten essential programs. State Superintendent Chris Reykdal has described the Continue reading Advocating for Equitable School Funding: Why the Big Three (and More) Matter
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
A Recap of the April 2025 ‘Advocacy Skills in the Education System’ Session This session, hosted by LWPTSA Council and led by our partners Lindsey Yocum and Amy Falcone (absent due to illness), aimed to equip community members with the Continue reading From the Classroom to the Capitol: Understanding School Funding