January Advocacy News

Focus Day

FOCUS DAY IS COMING!! Are you interested in meeting legislators and  learning the latest news about the ongoing legislative session,  especially as it pertains to education? This fun event will take  place on Tuesday, February 4th. There will be transportation via bus  to take people to Olympia and back, with an anticipated return in  time to meet your kiddies at their bus stop. If you are interested  in attending this event or would like additional information, please  contact Joshua Lay at jlay0304@gmail.com or Ann Brooks at ann_e_brooks@yahoo.com.

Advocacy Training

Advocacy Training will be held on Saturday, January 25th. This is a great event sponsored by the League of Education Voters. This year, the training will take place at the nearby Puget Sound Educational Service District, 800 Oakesdale Ave. SW, Renton, WA 98057. This training goes in depth to prepare/educate you about educational issues that will be prominent in the upcoming legislative session. Several key legislators are always on hand to help lead sessions and talk to participants about education policy. It will also showcases innovative programs in school districts across the state (about things like discipline, parent engagement, teacher evaluations, etc.) and gives great ideas for you to take home to your local school. The event will take place from 9am-4pm and carpools can be arranged for those who are interested.

To sign up, go to:  http://salsa.wiredforchange.com/o/5892/p/salsa/event/common/public/?event_KEY=422396