Advocacy is the heart of PTA

Since its inception in 1897, PTA has been a powerful voice for all children, a relevant resource for families and communities, and a strong advocate for public education. Washington State PTA began in 1905 and was instrumental in many issues, from creating preschool to promoting seat belts. Today, Seattle Council PTSA and its members continue the work of those that came before us, centering our advocacy around equity so that all kids in SPS can meet their potential.

 
 
SCPTSA members bus to Olympia in 2017

SCPTSA members bus to Olympia in 2017

Focus day and advocacy 2023 February

Hello advocates! Washington State PTA Focus day is coming up on Monday, February 20, and we’re making it easy for you to meet virtually with your legislators. Focus Day is when we advocate for WSPTA's top legislative priorities.

Use this form to tell us how things went in your meetings during the Focus on Advocacy week as well as throughout the legislative session. If you don't know your legislative district, you can find it here.

There will also be opportunities to send daily messages to legislators during Focus Week (Feb 6-10) - we will make sure to keep you informed when you fill out the form.

 To stay informed about this upcoming session, subscribe to the Focus on Advocacy newsletter and sign up for WSPTA Action Alerts. To sign up for the Focus on Advocacy newsletter, scroll to the bottom of any WSPTA newsletter you receive, and click on subscriptions, or email support@wastatepta.org. WSPTA also has Focus on Advocacy Day/Week resources, including tips on how to meet with legislators.

 
Board members and their children being recognized by the Superintendent and School Board 2018

Board members and their children being recognized by the Superintendent and School Board 2018

YOUR VOICE MATTERS

Advocacy is central to every local unit’s mission. The role of Seattle Council PTSA is to represent and support the PTA units in the District, and that means helping to organize our collective voices to advocate for the well-being of all children.

Every individual unit in Seattle can play an important role, and there are many tools available to support you.

 
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Resolutions and positions

As a PTA member, you can strengthen your influence when you advocate for positions that are supported by resolutions adopted by Seattle Council, State, and National PTA. You can also adopt SCPTSA, WSPTA, and NPTA resolutions individually as a PTA to solidify your commitment to a position.

 
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PTA Advocacy History

We stand on the shoulders of giants! We are honored to carry on the legacy of our founders, champions for the needs and rights of children and families.