Emily Dickinson PTSA (EDPTSA) is governed by a number of rules and regulations.  In addition, we have defined a number of policies to provide consistency and transparency of all PTSA business.  If you have questions or concerns about any of the below rules and policies, please contact president@dickinsonptsa.org. 

Washington State PTA Bylaws

EDTSA is affiliated with the WA State PTA and, as such, follows the WA State PTA Bylaws. 

WA State Bylaws

EDPTSA Standing Rules

Standing Rules are the specific conditions or rules that our PTSA voted on to govern ourselves within the scope of the state bylaws.  Below are the Standing Rules submitted to and approved by PTSA membership at a General Membership Meeting in Oct 2023.

Emily Dickinson PTSA Standing Rules Oct 2023

EDPTSA Policies

We have defined and will follow these policies to deliver on our mission and vision, and to apply consistent processes across our work. 

Board of Directors Attendance Policy

Guests Attending Board of Directors Meetings

Meetings Code of Conduct

Extracurricular Programs Policies + Requirement Agreement

Financial Assistance for Extracurricular Activities

Non-Student Participation in PTSA Programs

Classroom Reimbursement Policy

Approving Check Requests + Reimbursements

Gifts + Celebrations Policy

Advertising + Sponsorships Policy

WSPTA Best Practices, PTA Financial Management

Legislative Assembly + State Conventions