Upcoming Events

Mark Twain PTSA is a 100% volunteer-run 501(c)(3) parent, teacher, student association.

Our mission is to be a strong voice for children and a resource for our families, school, and community. We will do this by supporting programs and activities that advocate for children's well-being and enhance our school community. 

 

Latest News & Updates

 

Kindy Coffee

9/3/2025 9:51 pm

Dear Kindergarten Families, Join us for Kindy Coffee: Meet, Mingle & Connect through Conversations Over Coffee, a PTSA gathering for new and returning kindergarten families!

When: Tuesday, Sept 9, 2025, 9:20–10:20 AM (after drop-off) 

Where: Near the covered school entrance

Enjoy coffee, pastries, and friendly conversation as we kick off the school year and connect as a community. We can’t wait to see you!

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Save the Date for the Block Party on Sep 12!

8/14/2025 10:00 am

Bobcats, we are kicking off the school year with a favorite Twain event, the Block Party!

Join us on Friday, September 12th for bouncy houses, field games with Backyard P.E., face painting, magic show, and a petting zoo! Bring your whole family for this fun event and let’s kick off the 2025-26 school year with the BIGGEST party ever! More details on sales, silent auction, and volunteer opportunities to come. Check back on our website for updates.

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Block Party Donations & Volunteers Needed!

8/14/2025 8:00 am

We are so excited for our Block Party this Friday, and need YOUR help! We are most in need of donations for our snack table. This is a great way to volunteer without a huge time commitment!

Or, you can take a shift during the event! We are in need of PTSA members or BOD members for our sales shifts.

Thanks for all you do for our community and for helping to make this event a success for our kiddos and families.

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Last Call for Reflections Team Lead

8/13/2025 9:26 pm

Last call for a Team Lead for our Reflections art program! This program will not be available for students without a lead soon. Email malaika@twainptsa.org if interested. 2025-26 theme is "I Belong".

Find more information on the National PTA program page.

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After School Programs Need You!

8/2/2025 10:00 am

Our PTSA is on the lookout for a volunteer After School Program (ASP) Coordinator for the 2025–26 school year! This would be for a program start in late fall or winter (January) session. 

Without a coordinator, we will not be able to offer ASP during the school year, so let’s make it happen together! Interested or want to learn more? Reach out to our PTSA president, Molly at molly@twainptsa.org. 

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For New and Returning Families: Get a Head Start on the Year!

8/1/2025 10:28 am

Our 2025-2026 PTSA Board is back to work prepping for the school year and we want to ensure you're ready too! 

To get a head start, log in to the website and then CLICK HERE TO OPEN OUR BACK TO SCHOOL PACKET. Web accounts are free and necessary for purchases throughout the year (school dance tickets, school play tickets, etc). 

The packet will lead you through 4 important start-of-school tasks... join (or renew) your PTSA Membership, pre-order the Yearbook, contribute to our No-Hassle Fundraiser, and view our volunteer opportunities (no commitment required!). 

Join the PTSA and Enjoy These Great Benefits:

  • Meet New People by accessing the Family Directory to contact your child's new friend for a playdate.

  • Build Meaningful Connections and Relationships with Twain teachers, staff, and other families through volunteerism for PTSA programs and events.

  • Have a Voice & Vote at our Membership Meetings on agenda items such as our PTSA's Mission & Goals, Standing Rules, Budget and Election of the Executive Committee.

  • Access Valuable Member-Only Discounts to places like The Great Wolf Lodge, Seattle Symphony, and FedEx.

  • Enjoy Insider Access with perks like access to the Student & Family Directory and the Twain Staff Favorites list and early registration for Before/After School Programs.

Become part of our PTSA today and help make our school community stronger and more connected!

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Volunteer & Student Signups

 

All volunteers on campus must be approved by LWSD. 

Click here to learn more and submit your application.  

  

Email volunteer@twainptsa.org with any questions. 

 

We appreciate any amount of time you are able to give-- with volunteer opportunities ranging from just a few hours to year long, from your couch at home to in-person at school, we have something for you!

This is also where you can sign up your student for certain events and programs!

Click the links below for more details and to sign up. (Don't see the links? Be sure to sign in.)

 

Get Connected  

UPDATE YOUR STUDENT'S TEACHER FOR THE DIRECTORY

Our directory is searchable by first name, grade level, AND teacher!

 

When you know your child's teacher, go to My Account - My Forms/Paperwork - Family Information to update it!

 

Let's make it easier to plan those birthday parties and meetups!


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