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6:00p PTSA Board Meeting
PTSA Board Meeting
Date:
Wednesday, October 14
Time:
6:00p - 7:00p
Where:
College & Career Center
ics:
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7:00p Member Meeting
Member Meeting
Date:
Wednesday, October 14
Time:
7:00p - 8:00p
Where:
College & Career Center
ics:
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No School-Leap Day
No School-Leap Day
Date:
Friday, October 16
ics:
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Super Wednesday PSAT/SAT Testing
Super Wednesday PSAT/SAT Testing
Date:
Wednesday, October 21
ics:
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6:00p Kang Coffee Hour
Kang Coffee Hour
Date:
Wednesday, October 21
Time:
6:00p - 7:00p
Where:
Online
ics:
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Important! Upcoming Events

Oct 16: No School, LEAP Day

*bell schedule for week of 10/12

Oct 16 - 24 LWHS Theatre presents Boy Gets Girl in the LWHS Performing Arts Center

*click here for tickets

Oct 19: Picture Day Make Up Day

order online at mydorian.com

Oct 21: "Super Wednesday" PSAT / SAT Testing Day at LWHS

* Students not testing do not come to school and will be assigned remote activities

*modified bell schedule coming soon

Oct 21: 6pm Kang Coffee Chat via Teams

topic: preparing for college, applications, and the Common App

 

Posted September 30, 2026 by Shiree Wright
Important! Pass the Pouch

PASS THE POUCH IS HERE!

 

This isn’t just another fundraiser—it’s THE fundraiser for Lake Washington High School PTSA!
 
Pass the Pouch helps fund the programs and opportunities that make a difference for our Kangs, from student clubs, enrichment and scholarships to classroom grants, staff appreciation and community events. Last year, LWHS PTSA provided more than $48,000 in grants to support students, classrooms, clubs, staff, and programs throughout LWHS, and that’s only part of what PTSA funding makes possible.
 
Our suggested annual donation is $100 per student, but every gift—large or small—helps us continue investing in our Kangs. As a nonprofit 501(c)(3), this one campaign helps power our work throughout the year.
 

💜 Goal: $50,000

💜 Every donation makes a difference.

 
And don’t forget employer matching—your donation could go twice as far!

 

Posted September 20, 2026 by Kim Miller
Autumn Harvest Staff Appreciation

Autumn Harvest Staff Appreciation – October 28

Help us celebrate the wonderful staff who support our LWHS students every day! The LWHS PTSA is hosting an Autumn Harvest Staff Appreciation event on October 28, and we invite families to contribute treats, volunteer with setup, or purchase items from our Amazon Wishlist.

Visit the SignUpGenius to view donation and volunteer opportunities and find the Amazon Wishlist link. Amazon orders will ship directly to us—please make sure items arrive by October 26.

Sign Up to Donate or Volunteer

Thank you for helping us show our staff how much they are appreciated!

Posted October 9, 2026 by Kim Miller
Reflections

Reflections 2026-2027 Competition

Reflections is a national arts competition sponsored by the LWHS PTSA. Students may submit original work in six categories: visual arts (2D only), literature, music composition, film production, dance choreography, and photography, with entries eligible to advance from the school level to council, state, and national competitions.

 

The 2026-2027 Reflections theme is “What My Culture Means to Me.” Other details, rules, and entry forms can be found on our website: PTSA Reflections

 

All Entries Due on Friday, Nov 6th at 5pm

 

Questions? Contact Rachel Pai, Reflections Chair.
Posted October 14, 2026 by Shiree Wright
College Essay Workshops

College Essay Workshop Begins Sept 15

What do we do?  

Trained volunteer coaches help students with college essays and personal statements at any stage, from brainstorming to final read-through. We offer one-on-one support virtually, in-person and via email, and connect students with other resources when needed. 

 

How we do it:

We offer several options to meet students where they are:

  • Virtual: One-on-one, 30-minute sessions over Zoom
  • In-Person: Where available, students meet with coaches at school for 30-minute sessions. 
  • CEW Offline: Coaching support via email with a 48-hour turnaround

Check availability and reserve a spot via SignupGenius (under construction)

This program is offered at no cost to students or families, thanks to support from Lake Washington PTSA Council and Lake Washington Schools Foundation.

Questions? Ask us!
Posted September 9, 2026 by Shiree Wright
Join or Renew Your LWHS PTSA Membership!

Support LWHS by Supporting PTSA

Why join PTSA? Because every added member strengthens our ability to connect home, school, and community while advocating for students, staff, and families at LWHS. The more members we have, the stronger our voice! No volunteer commitment is required, though we always appreciate those who choose to donate their time and talents.

Click the link below to show your support for LWHS and join us today!

JOIN THE PTSA!

Our annual “Pass the Pouch” campaign (our only fundraiser) has officially kicked off, so donating when you join is an easy and appreciated way to support our efforts.

Make a BIG Impact and Donate Your Time and Talents!

If you are looking to volunteer with PTSA, we have openings on our board and committees available for the 2026-2027 school year. Open positions can be viewed on our here.

We are especially looking for a volunteer or team to lead our Staff Appreciation Committee, one of the most meaningful ways we support and celebrate the incredible staff who make LWHS such a special community. The good news is much of the groundwork is already done: staff appreciation dates and themes are set for the year, and templates for soliciting donations and recruiting volunteers are ready to go! All we need is someone to bring these plans to life and help our staff feel valued and appreciated. Whether you're passionate about building community, enjoy organizing events, or simply want to give back to the people who support our students every day, we'd love to have you on board.

For more information or to volunteer, contact our PTSA President, Afnan Dallsheh. We hope you will join us and we look forward to welcoming you!

Posted August 18, 2026 by Shiree Wright
A Thank You

A Thank You From the LWHS Marching Kangs

See Your Support in Action! The LWHS Marching Kangs will perform at the October football games (weather permitting) on Oct 16 and 23. Be sure to look for the new white sousaphones on the field!

 

Funded by grants from the LWHS PTSA and Lake Washington School District, these lightweight instruments have expanded opportunities for the band's growing low brass section. Your support also helps bring music to school and community events throughout the year - from Curriculum Night and visits at our feeder schools to local celebrations like the 73rd Annual Husky Band Day - where our Kangs played on the field at UW Husky Stadium!

 

Thank you for supporting our student musicians. We hope you'll come see the new sousaphones in action this year at a football or basketball game!
 
Posted October 14, 2026 by Shiree Wright
Seniors

Seniors Party Volunteers Needed

The LWHS Senior Party is a fun-filled all-night party for the Class of 2027 on the night of graduation! This annual tradition is a chaperoned, drug-free and alcohol-free celebration which provides a safe, once-in-a-lifetime evening for graduates. The planning for Senior Party starts NOW! Our Senior Party Chair, Colleen Rutherford, is committed to making this year's party easy and FUN! We are currently looking for 5 adults willing to sit on the Senior Party Committee.

 

Committee Chairs include but are not limited to:

Registration Chair

Chaperone Chair

Bus Sign-ups Chair (Lunch at school)

Prize Committee Chair (donations)

 

If you are interested in helping make this year's senior party happen, please reach out to Colleen at seniorparty@lwhsptsa.org.
Posted September 9, 2026 by Shiree Wright
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