Tyee Middle School Parent Teacher Student Association is a member of the Washington State PTA (WSPTA). It is a nonprofit, membership association, which seeks to bring together the home, school and community on behalf of all children and youth. Support of PTSA helps maintain school programs, which benefit our students, staff, administration, parents and community.
We are part of an association that is organized at the local, state and national levels. By joining our local PTSA, you are automatically a member of the state and national associations,
The PTSA is the largest child advocacy volunteer organization that speaks for the interest of all children and their safety, health, welfare and education.
-- To support and speak on behalf of children and youth in the schools, in the community and before govern-mental bodies and other organiza-tions that make decisions affecting children;
-- To assist parents in developing the skills they need to raise and protect their children;
-- To encourage parent and public involvement in the public schools of this nation youth.
Tyee’s PTSA plans, implements and funds a variety of projects every year in support of our students, staff and community. These projects include supporting health and safety programs like Walkabout and Health Room Volunteers. PTSA supports curriculum based programs to drive excellence in teaching through teacher generated classroom grants, the purchase of teaching aids and equipment, support-ing 6th Grade Camp, assisting with Taking Care of Business Days and the Book Fair. Also, PTSA supports the following programs: Staff Appreciation, Tyee Newsletter, Tyee Membership Directory, Student Socials, Back-to-School BBQ, Welcome Coffee, 8th Grade Party and Advancement Night. These programs are funded through your membership fees and fundraisers held throughout the year.
The annual Curriculum Night Classroom Bucks Fundraiser collected over $16,000 last year. Also, our Student Store (aka the Tyee Trader) and eScrips raise funds for these programs.
Our PTSA volunteers and fundraisers strengthen our school, support our teachers and staff and provide our students more opportunities to grow, learn and advance in a safe and stimulating environment.
Annual dues are $20/ household. PTSA membership must be renewed each year, so whether you are new to Tyee or a returning family, please complete the membership form and submit with your payment (check or cash) to the Tyee PTSA. We appreciate your support!
Your membership ensures your meaningful involvement and vote in PTSA-related activities. We encourage your attendance at the five general meetings per year.
As a member, you further our child advocacy mission by helping to identify needs and concerns. The PTSA provides a venue for you to contribute to your student’s success.
Each membership receives two student directories that include class lists along with names, addresses and phone numbers of each student.
The directories are only available to PTSA member