2024 WSPTA Legislative Assembly Recap

The 46th annual WSPTA Legislative Assembly, held on October 26-27, brought members together to debate and vote on legislative priorities for the next two years. Delegates adopted seven key issues, ranking the top five and adding two to the "also supported" list. Visit the WSPTA's Advocacy and Resolutions page for more information.

Top 5 Legislative Priorities (2025-2026):

  • Closing Funding Gaps
  • Addressing the Student Mental Health Crisis
  • Enhancing Special Education Funding & Inclusion
  • Preventing Gun Violence & Suicide
  •  Expanding School Construction Funding

Also Supported Priorities:

  • Closing the Digital Divide
  • Addressing Climate Change

Key Highlights:

  • Panels on student mental health, school funding, and financial stability featuring legislators and education leaders.
  • Advocacy training on engaging school boards, ballot measures, and legislative influence.
  • Strong student participation, showcasing democracy in action.

New & Amended Resolutions Adopted:

  • Equitable Access to School Libraries
  • Inclusive & Accurate Curricula
  • Ensuring Graduation with a Meaningful Diploma
  • Amended: Uninterrupted Operation of Schools

 

 

 

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