A founding student and valedictorian of WNYA, Rochelle has received our 2025 Outstanding Alumni Advocacy Award. As a student advocate she testified and met with legislators to share her story. Thank you, Rochelle! wacharters.org/2025/11/14/al…

This year, Betzy received our 2025 Outstanding Alumni Advocacy Award for her leadership in testifying before lawmakers, leading school tours, fundraising, and inspiring others to stand up for equitable public education. wacharters.org/2025/11/14/al…

Today we’re celebrating Yolanda, a recipient of WA Charters’ 2025 Outstanding Parent Advocacy Award! A longtime advocate and leader, Yolanda has worked to strengthen family engagement, support students, and build connections across her community. wacharters.org/2025/11/13/pa…

A Spokane charter public school parent, Tina has become a passionate voice for equitable education—meeting with legislators, rallying fellow parents, and sharing her family’s story to show why all students deserve access to schools that fit their needs. Thank you, Tina!

We’re proud to celebrate Samantha, recipient of WA Charters’ 2025 Outstanding Student Advocacy Award! Samantha has served as a student board representative, met with lawmakers in Olympia, and continues to lead with passion and purpose. wacharters.org/2025/11/10/st…

This year, we are proud to recognize Gabriel with our 2025 Outstanding Student Advocacy Award. Gabriel serves on the Lieutenant Governor’s Legislative Youth Advisory Committee, helped inspire WA Charters’ new Student Advisory Group, and continues to champion equitable education.

Join us on Thursday, November 13 at 6:30 PM for a free virtual workshop on how to turn your personal story into powerful advocacy. Learn more and register at: bit.ly/HowWeAdvocate2025

Join us in welcoming this year’s WA Charters Student Advisory Group! Through collaboration with WA Charters staff and school leaders, these leaders will ensure student experiences continue to shape advocacy statewide. Keep an eye out, you’ll be hearing from them soon!

This past week we celebrated this year’s Charter Advocate Award recipients. Recipients included students, alumni, parents, and a state legislator, all recognized for their outstanding dedication to advancing public education. We are grateful and inspired by each of you!

We’re still feeling the energy from this year’s 8th Annual WA Charters Conference! 💙 A huge thank-you to everyone who joined us—educators, students, families, and advocates from across the state and country. Here’s to another year of learning, growing, and leading together!

Today’s the day! Today is the 8th Annual WA Charters Conference at Cedarbrook Lodge. Check-in and breakfast is from 8:00–9:15 AM. Remember, free childcare is available on-site for kids 4-12. Check out the full agenda here: bit.ly/CharterConference25