Seattle Special Education PTSA
- Advocates for neurodivergent and disabled students with or without IEPs or 504 Plans within Seattle Public Schools and their families, educators, and the community.
- Empowers families by guiding them through the education system, supporting informed decision‑making, and collaborating with partners to expand access to resources.
- Drives systemic change toward equity and inclusion by challenging discriminatory policies, practices, and narratives, particularly those harming students of color with disabilities. This includes upholding IDEA, Section 504, and ADA law.
Kids Do Well If They Can
May 12 | 6:00–8:00 PM | Zoom ASL & Spanish interpretation provided · Free event The Seattle Special Education PTSA is excited to welcome back Dr. Ross Greene for a timely, Seattle-focused conversation. This session will explore how Collaborative and Proactive...
Mission & Vision
Every child’s potential a reality: PTA’s mission is to make every child’s potential a reality by engaging and empowering families and communities to advocate for all children.
We envision a public school system where students of all backgrounds, abilities, and identities are valued, included, empowered, and successful in life. We believe in a community where diversity is celebrated, belonging is unconditional, and every child thrives.
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The Guide
The award-winning A Guide to Special Education in Public Schools is available in 10 languages. This 24-page booklet has helped numerous families understan and navigate Special Education in Seattle.
