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Legislative Corner
Legislative Corner
Lots of helpful resource and advocacy groups are available to help families and community members. Learn about and get involved in education and funding at our local and state level.
Have questions or want to get involved? Email LegislativeRep@CottageLakePTA.org
Focus Day 2026 is coming to Olympia!
Focus Day 2026 is coming to Olympia!
On January 19th, come advocate with elected officials to close the funding gaps and ensure financial stability for schools and other vital issues that impact students around the state!
Sign up at https://www.wastatepta.org/events-programs/focus-day/ or Email LegislativeRep@CottageLakePTA.org for more info.
Northshore School District School Board
The NSD School Board sets district policy and priorities, while the superintendent carries them out. The Board makes final decisions on budgets, policies, personnel, curriculum, spending, and growth, and may propose levies and bonds for voter approval.
Questions for the board? CLE is located in District 5, but you can contact any representative
School board meetings are open to the public and community members can speak during meetings.
Northshore Council PTSA
Northshore Council PTSA supports Local PTAs (Including Cottage Lake Elementary) and serves the children and youth of our community through advocacy, collaboration, education, engagement, leadership, and mentorship.
Find out about how to join advocacy efforts, find upcoming events and learn what the advocacy priorities are for this school year.
WA State PTA Advocacy
Want to stay informed about what’s happening in education in the Washington State Legislature?
Follow WA State PTA and join the Action Network!
During the legislative session, you’ll receive timely alerts on bills and funding affecting public schools, with background, talking points, and easy ways to contact legislators. Whether you have a minute or an hour, you can make an impact.
WA State Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction (OSPI)
OSPI is the primary agency charged with overseeing public K–12 education in Washington state. OSPI allocates funding and provides tools, resources, and technical assistance so every student in Washington is provided a high-quality public education.
Learn more about resources, priorities, funding and more.
Money Talks: From the State to the District, How School Funding Works in Washington
Watch this webinar to learn more about how school funding works in Washington State, hosted by WA State PTA.
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