Schools Should Be A Safe Place For All Children to Learn and Thrive

From the National PTA advocacy page:

"PTA supports policies that create a safe and supportive school environment for all families and students, including students in immigrant and mixed-status families. We support protecting and preserving public school attendance, student learning, and well-being, which are paramount to our country’s future success.

The Protecting Sensitive Locations Act (S. 455/H.R. 1061) would prohibit immigration enforcement actions by Department of Homeland Security officers or agents at or within 1,000 feet of sensitive locations... "

Read more about the Protecting Sensitive Locations Act and fill out a quick form to voice your support to your state representatives. 

Urge Congress to Support Students with Disabilities

From the National PTA advocacy page:

"PTA believes that all children and youth, including students with different abilities, have the right to a quality, accessible public education that nurtures their potential and dignity.

The U.S. Department of Education was created to ensure equal access to education for all Americans and is responsible for the implementation of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA)..."

Read more about the IDEA Full Funding Act and fill out a quick form to voice your support to your state representatives.

Public Education Funding Advocacy Actions

These are three actions you can take NOW in support of closing gaps in public education funding in Washington state:

1. Contact state legislators with stories about how reduced funding for public education has affected your children and your family.

2. Contact family and friends in other areas of WA and ask them to encourage their legislators to vote in support of closing funding gaps in public education.

3. Sign up for WA State PTA action alerts! 

• What you'll receive:

  • Action alerts during the Washington State legislative session and other key inflection points

  • Pre-written messages you can customize

  • Strategic advocacy actions that take just a few clicks

  • Updates on legislation, policy and funding decisions affecting school communities throughout the state

  • Opportunities to share your story

Washington State PTA's Top 5 Legislative Priorities for 2025 – 2026

• Closing the Funding Gaps

• Addressing the Student Mental Health Crisis

• Addressing Funding, Inclusion, and Supports in Special Education

• Preventing and Reducing Gun Violence and Suicide

• Expanding School Construction Funding Options

Details about the legislation and policies supported by Washington State PTA.

Washington State PTA's Focus on Advocacy.