Advocacy |
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| Advocacy is supporting and speaking up for children—in schools, in communities, and before government bodies and other organizations that make decisions affecting children.
LWHS PTSA members can work with policy makers at the federal, state, and local levels to support policies that promote the interests of all children. Here are a few ways parents and guardians can get involved:
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| Awards |
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| After collecting nominations from parents, students and staff, the PTSA gives out two awards each June: the Golden Acorn award is awarded to a volunteer who goes above and beyond in serving the LWHS students and community; the Outstanding Educator award is given to a LWHS staff member who exemplifies commitment and excellence in education. | |||
| Calm Cafe |
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| Is your student needing a quiet place during lunchtime? Have them visit The Calm Cafe. The Commons, stairs and even the hallway floors are used for places to eat lunch. Give your student 30 minutes to quietly catch up with friends, eat lunch, and even take advantage of a few calming table activities that are provided. The Calm Cafe is the best-kept secret among those already taking advantage of this lunchtime option. LWHS approved volunteers are needed each week to make the Calm Cafe possible. Click on our "Volunteer" link in the side bar to sign up. Thank you for making this "Calm" space for our students possible! | |||
| Coffee with Christine |
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| Join us for a cup of coffee and an opportunity to ask our new Principal, Christine Bell, your questions! It's a great way to find out what's going on at school and you'll be amazed by all of the good information you will learn. Meet other parents and see what LWHS looks like during the school day. Check the Kang Crier for dates and more information. In May we hold a coffee oriented towards incoming parents, but current LW parents are encouraged to attend and help orient new parents. | |||
| College Application Workshop |
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| Trained volunteers meet one-on-one with students to provide application essay and personal statement support. Vounteers: Mandatory training with a once-per-week commitment for October and November. Please check the website or the Kang Crier for further details. |
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| Judy Shedd | |||
| Emergency Prep |
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| PTSA funds emergency prep supplies, such as food, water and emergency equipment in the event of an earthquake or other emergency. "Lockdown buckets" were added to classrooms in 2013-2014 with emergency supplies and a makeshift toilet, in the event of a longer lockdown. | |||
| Jen Malick and Matthew Wetmore | |||
| Family and Community Engagement |
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| Well-informed, engaged parents make a difference for student success in school and beyond. Research shows that family engagement in a child’s education increases student achievement, improves attendance and reduces dropout rates. | |||
| Colleen Rutherford | |||
| Hospitality |
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| Provides refreshments for PTSA sponsored events, specifically PTSA general membership meetings and Coffees with the Principal. | |||
| Kang Crier Newsletter |
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| This bi-weekly newsletter keeps families up to date on what's going at LWHS. Emailed directly to every parent/guardian. Email your questions about the Kang Crier to kangcrier@lwhsptsa.org. To sign up or read archived newsletters, click here. |
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| Danelle Mathews | |||
| Lake Washington Schools Foundation Ambassador |
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| The LWSF Ambassador is the link between the Foundation and the Ambassador’s school community. LWSF raises funds to support academic excellence and success for all students in the Lake Washington School District. This role is about 1-2 hours/month on average. If you are interested in this role, please contact the LWHS PTSA President. | |||
| LWHS Parent Pledge |
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In conjunction with The National PTA Alcohol and Drug Free Resolution and the Washington State PTA, LWHS PTSA offers the Parent Pledge Program to: - Build a communication network to reduce the use of alcohol and other drugs among teens in our school and community. |
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| Membership |
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| This committee handles the PTSA membership drive at the beginning of the year. We are striving for 100% membership! Use the Join PTSA & Donate link in the sidebar to support our students. | |||
| New Family and International Outreach |
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| Work to welcome all new families to the LWHS community, including those from elsewhere in the U.S. and abroad. Promote that inviting Kang spirit and encourage folks less familiar with the U.S. school system to jump on in as they wish. | |||
| Nominating Committee |
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| Recruit and vet candidates and submit slate for next year's Executive Committee. November - February time frame; training is available. | |||
| LWHS PTSA President | |||
| Open Positions With LWHS PTSA |
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| Open positions with LWHS PTSA. Contact us if you are interested or have any questions about any of these. |
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| Pass the Pouch |
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Pass the Pouch is the only fundraiser LWHS PTSA holds. Each year we depend on this fundraiser for our entire operating budget. Your donation helps support essential programs and provides teacher grants to enrich our students' education. To donate, just click on the "Join PTSA/Pass the Pouch" icon on the Home page of this website. Thank you! |
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| Janet Smith | |||
| Reflections |
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| Reflections is an opportunity for students to showcase their creative expression and/or gain creative experience in the field of arts. The 2022-2023 theme is "Show Your Voice!". All grades and abilities are encouraged to participate. Submissions are due in early November. See Reflections article on home page for entry requirements. | |||
| Rachel Pai | |||
| Staff Appreciation |
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| To thank our hardworking teachers and staff, the PTSA puts on special events such as luncheons, treats in staff mailboxes, etc. | |||
| Bea Joe | |||
| Sustainability Chair |
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| The primary role of the Sustainability chair is to work with the LWHS PTSA Board, Green Team and school administration on developing and implementing policies, practices and projects that promote sustainable systems and thinking among students, staff and families; reduce the school’s and PTSA’s environmental impact; and improve overall sustainability within the school environment and community. The chair, along with student and parent volunteers, will work on a range of issues, including waste reduction, in particular composting and recycling in the lunchroom and staff rooms; no-idle zones awareness; and water use reduction. | |||
| Student Programs |
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| SAT/ACT Practice Tests |
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Due to COVID, the SAT and ACT practice tests will be conducted “online only” in 2021-2022. Note: Even if your student has taken the test earlier, they can take the test again. However, please note that the set of questions will be the same and they will NOT get a new set of questions. Remember to register with a unique personal email address for each student - not their student (district) email address. Don’t miss this opportunity. Take the test for free! |
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| Janet Smith | |||
| Senior Farewell (Baccalaureate) |
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| Senior Farewell is a celebration of our graduating seniors and their families. Sponsored by LWHS PTSA, Senior Farewell is free of charge. | |||
| Colleen Rutherford | |||
| Senior Party |
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| Senior Party is a safe and fun way for seniors to celebrate their graduation. This event takes place the night of graduation. Tickets are on sale throughout the year. | |||
| Student Directory |
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| Accessible to PTSA members. Every student is included in the directory unless they have submitted the "Request to Prevent Disclosure of Directory Information" form in the first day packet. | |||
| Danelle Mathews | |||
| Teacher & Club Grants |
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| Application $100 Classroom/Teacher Grants |
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| Christine Woskett | |||
| Website |
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| Updates to website articles, products, programs, images, and links. | |||
