Why Join the PTSA?
The Woodridge Elementary PTSA (Parent Teacher Student Association) is a nonprofit, volunteer-led organization that raises funds to support and enrich the elementary school experience of all students.
By joining the Woodridge Elementary PTSA, you become part of a volunteer group that supports our kids' learning, safety, and personal growth, while building a strong school community. You’ll also have a voice in decisions that affect your child’s school experience, along with advocacy and family resources to help you champion for your child.
There is no volunteer requirement! You can choose to help with events or join a committee if you’d like - but it’s totally up to you. [See volunteer opportunities here.]
What programs do the PTSA support?
- Faculty/Staff appreciation
- Classroom emergency supplies
- After-school programs and curriculum
- Academic enrichment (class fieldtrips, book fair, STEM fair supplies, author visits)
- Community events (festival of cultures, movie nights, carnival, trunk or treat, yearbook)
- Support for Teachers & Classroom Aids
Who can join the PTSA?
- Parents & Guardians: Stay actively engaged in supporting the PTSA’s mission.
- Teachers & School Staff: We value your expertise and insight into the school environment.
- Alumni, Grandparents, Relatives & Community Members: Membership is open to anyone, regardless of location or relationship to students. Your involvement strengthens the PTSA’s impact!
What is included in a PTSA Membership?
- Access to our online Family Directory (Parents and School Staff only)
- Access to PTSA meeting agendas and minutes
- Voting rights at general PTSA meetings
- Discounts through both the Washington State and the National PTAs
- Member-only volunteer opportunities
- PTSA Newsletter (includes PTSA programs and event updates)
Where does your Membership Fee go?
$5.75 - Washington State PTA Dues
$3.25 - National PTA Dues
$2.00 - Bellevue PTSA Council Dues
$11.00 - total per member
The dues allocated above go to supporting advocacy for our students at the local, state and national levels. The remainder stays at Woodridge to cover basic PTSA costs like our website, insurance, and other administrative expenses.
It’s important to know that while part of your dues goes to State, National, and Bellevue PTAs, all the money we raise through fundraising for the Eagle FUND stays right here at Woodridge to directly support our students and school community.
*Membership scholarships are available. We want everyone at Woodridge to have access to a PTSA Membership. If you qualify for free or reduced lunch, you are also eligible for a membership scholarship. For more information or to receive a promo code for membership sign-up, please reach out to our school's community resource contact.
For all other membership questions, please contact PTSA Memberships.
