Calendar at a Glance

Open Now: Spring Sports Registration

Feb 11: 1pm, Parent and Community Learning Walks at LWHS

Feb 13/14: No school, Mid-Winter Break

*bell schedule for the week of Feb 10

Feb 17: No school; President's Day

*bell schedule for the week of Feb 17

Feb 27: 6pm Kang Coffee Hour via MS Teams

Mar 7: No school; LEAP Day

*bell schedule for the week of Mar 3

Lake Washington High School has a number of PTSA positions seeking candidates for the 2025/2026 school year. Our PTSA is vibrant with a solid budget. There are several ongoing traditions, filled positions, and active committees. Our community has strong administrator and staff support for projects and great interaction with both parents and students.

 Most of the open positions are due to term limits, or parents whose students are graduating.
You can learn more by visiting the LWHS PTSA Homepage, or contacting any of the current board and committee chairs 

 Positions seeking candidates – some have nominees, others are open. 

• President
• Executive Vice President
• VP School Support
• VP Student Programs
• VP Ways and Means
• VP Face
• Secretary
• Advocacy
• College Application Workshop
• Hospitality
• Senior Farewell

If you are interested in any of these positions, please email Colleen at president@lwhsptsa.org

Graduation: LWHS graduation date has been announced for this school year.

Date: Monday, June 16th

Time: 1:30pm to 3:30pm

Location: UW Alaska Airlines Arena at Hec Edmundson Pavilion

Cap and Gowns: It's time to order! Jostens requests ordering by November 15th.

• Link to graduation packages put together by Jostens, LWHS's chosen company for graduation materials.
• Direct link to just order cap, gown, tassel and stole unit from Jostens.

*Cap, gown, tassel and stole units are $64.65 (including tax, service and delivery fees).

Diplomas: Students are to verify their name/spelling on their diploma.

Yearbook: Senior pictures, baby ads, quotes and signature announcements have gone out in Parent Square and directly to your child. The deadline is January 8th at 8:00pm.

Xello: In order to fulfill Washington State's High School & Beyond graduation requirement, Seniors must complete the six assigned 12th grade lessons in Xello. These lessons will complement and assist in college/post-secondary planning proce

WHAT IS SENIOR PARTY?  Your senior is invited to a safe and fun-filled post-graduation all-night party on June 16th presented by the LWHS PTSA. We provide transportation to two surprise venues, entertainment, food, prizes, and a memorable end-of-the year experience. The party is the night of graduation, June 16th, with check-in starting at 9:15pm.     When: Monday, June 16th, 2025  Start Time: 9:15pm check-in at LWHS  End Time: 5:30am on Tuesday, June 17th, at LWHS  Tickets can be purchased from the PTSA website under the Senior section. You do not need to be a PTSA member, but you do need an account to buy a ticket. Tickets start at $190.     PRICING STRUCTURE:  $190 through February 18th  $200 through April 27th  $210 through June 2nd (Sales end ON June 2nd!)   Do you know that scholarships are available to help buy a Senior Party ticket? See Jodee Hall in the main office to get more information or send her an email, jhull@lwsd.org.   WE WANT EVERY SENIOR WHO WOULD LIKE TO ATTEND THE PARTY TO JOIN! Click Here to Buy Tickets Questions? Contact the Senior Party Co-Chairs at seniorparty@lwhsptsa.org.

We want to redefine what PTSA means to you. It's not just a noun; it's a dynamic verb, an action plan dedicated to ensuring your student's success.

There's no one-size-fits-all approach to PTSA. However you choose to engage, it's an investment in your child's future. PTSA can mean supporting your child's teachers and educational programs, advocating for issues that affect your child at local, state, and national levels, and fostering a more robust, diverse, and inclusive school community.

We extend an open invitation to every family to get involved with PTSA because together, we can achieve more. 

Join us HERE!

Membership fees and donations are the lifeblood of our organization. Our annual "Pass the Pouch" campaign, which is our sole fundraiser, will kick off shortly, but donating when you join is appreciated and simple.

Lake Washington PTSA organizes enrichment and wellness programs, recognition, classroom and club activities, and scholarship assistance that directly benefit our students and are not possible through public funding alone. By becoming a member and donating, you play a pivotal role in turning this year's goals into reality. Also, we welcome your suggestions for use of funds - just attend a meeting or reach out to us at fundrasing@lwhspta.org.

Collaboration between community members, educators, and students is key to student success. Join us now and donate to start making an impact!

For more information about the PTSA, please don't hesitate to contact me, Susan Davis, Membership Chair, at membership@lwhsptsa.org, or our PTSA President, Colleen Rutherford, at president@lwhsptsa.org.

We eagerly anticipate welcoming YOU as a valued member!