Advocating & Supporting Our Schools
For more information including current status and available documents: http://app.leg.wa.gov/billsummary?BillNumber=1059&Year=2017
Please read and CALL LEGISLATORS listed at the bottom of this email before 10AM tomorrow (Friday) morning!! We NEED the Senate to vote YES on House Bill 1059 to delay the levy cliff!
Issaquah schools stand to lose $7 million in funding next year if this bill does not pass!
Dear WPD Advocate,
We have an urgent opportunity to avoid teacher layoffs and program cuts that would undermine our children’s education — and we need you to make calls right now.
The State Senate will likely be voting on Friday morning at 10AM on an important procedural motion that, if adopted, would allow a vote on the bill to delay the levy cliff soon afterward. We need to flood Senate offices with calls urging them to bring this bill, HB 1059, to the floor and then to vote yes on it.
Need to find your Senator or their phone number? Click here and urge your Senator to immediately pass the bill to delay the levy cliff!
If you need a script: “Hello, I am your constituent from [name your city or town]. I need you to vote to bring HB 1059 to the floor and vote for the bill. We must delay the levy cliff so that teachers don’t get fired and students don’t lose important classes and programs they need to succeed. I know you have the power to save our schools from financial peril and I need you to lead on this.”
The bill to delay the levy cliff is an important part of fully funding our public schools. If this bill doesn’t pass, districts across the state will have to fire teachers and slash important programs for students. This is because school districts would lose part of their funds on January 1, 2018 — but the legislature does not have to deliver full funding for schools under the McCleary decision until September 1, 2018.
The levy cliff represents a big step backward in the state’s compliance with the constitution and the courts. Delaying the levy cliff for one more year allows our teachers to teach and our students to learn while the legislature finally passes the new revenue needed to fully fund public schools, as well as reducing districts’ reliance on levies to pay for basic education.
Call your Senator right now and urge them to immediately pass the bill to delay the levy cliff! Click here if you need to find your Senator or their phone number.
Below are some of the Senators who most urgently need to hear from the public. If even just one of them votes yes, the bill can pass and our schools will be saved from the levy cliff. If you or anyone you know lives in any of these legislative districts/areas, please ask them to call their Senator right now!
Hans Zeiger
25th LD: includes Puyallup, Fife
360 786-7648
hans.zeiger@leg.wa.gov
John Braun
20th LD: includes Chehalis, Centralia, Castle Rock
360 786-7638
john.braun@leg.wa.gov
Joe Fain
47th LD: includes Auburn, Kent, Renton, Covington, Federal Way
360 786-7692
joe.fain@leg.wa.gov
Ann Rivers
18th LD: includes Vancouver, Ridgefield, Camas, Battle Ground, Washougal, La Center, Hockinson
360 786-7634
ann.rivers@leg.wa.gov
Mark Miloscia
30th LD: includes Algona, Auburn, Des Moines, Federal Way, Milton, Pacific
360 786-7658
mark.miloscia@leg.wa.gov
Jan Angel
26th LD: includes Bremerton, Port Orchard, Gig Harbor, Lakebay, Purdy
360 786-7650
jan.angel@leg.wa.gov
Dino Rossi
45th LD: includes Redmond, Kirkland, Sammamish, Woodinville, Duvall
360 786-7672
dino.rossi@leg.wa.gov
Maureen Walsh
16th LD: includes Walla Walla, Prosser, Horse Heaven
360 786-7630
maureen.walsh@leg.wa.gov
Mark Schoesler
9th LD: includes Ritzville, Pullman, Colfax, St. John, Asotin
360 786-7620
mark.schoesler@leg.wa.gov
Phil Fortunato
31st LD: includes Enumclaw, Buckley, Bonney Lake, Auburn, Sumner, Edgewood, South Prairie, Wilkeson and Carbonado
360 786-7660
phil.fortunato@leg.wa.gov
Brad Hawkins
12th LD: includes Wenatchee, East Wenatchee, Twisp, Winthrop, Leavenworth
360 786-7622
brad.hawkins@leg.wa.gov
Randi Becker
2nd LD: includes Eatonville, Yelm, Orting, Graham, Roy, Rainier
360 786-7602 305
randi.becker@leg.wa.gov
Lynda Wilson
17th LD: includes Brush Prairie, Orchards, Cascade Park East (Clark County)
360 786-7632
lynda.wilson@leg.wa.gov
Curtis King
14th LD: includes Stevenson, White Salmon, Naches, Goldendale, Tieton, Roosevelt
360 786-7626
curtis.king@leg.wa.gov
Barbara Bailey
10th LD: includes Stanwood, Camamo Island, Whidbey Island, Oak Harbor, La Connor
360 786-7618
barbara.bailey@leg.wa.gov
Thank you for taking a minute to call and contacting your friend, colleague, or relative out in these critical districts.
Your fellow advocate,
Tali
Tali Rausch
Board President
Washington’s Paramount Duty
We need your help getting this info out to our ISD community!
Please share this survey link & information below with your school community…through your PTSA websites, Enews, School Enews, Facebook page…any way you can to get the word out. It is really important that we have as much input as possible to share with the Issaquah School District Administration.
This survey closes January 31st.
Thank you all so much for your help getting this information out, so that as many people as possible have the opportunity to contribute!
-Becky Gordon, PTSA Council President
Please take a moment to share your opinion!
2017 Community Values Survey
The Issaquah PTSA Council is conducting a Community Values Survey within the Issaquah School District attendance area. We are seeking your perspective on five Value Statements based on your experience in the Issaquah School District. All community members are encouraged to participate including parents, teachers, students, and community members who do not have students in the local schools. This survey closes on January 31 and the results will be shared with the ISD Administration, the ISD School Board, and the Issaquah Education Association in a presentation open to the public in early February. https://www.
¡El PTSA Council de Issaquah necesita de tu ayuda! Ellos quieren saber sobre los temas de importa para ti, sobre nuestros maestros y escuelas. Si eres un padre familia, estudiante, maestro u otro miembro de la comunidad, se te invita a compartir tu experiencia en la Encuesta de Valores de la Comunidad(Community Values Survey) del 2017. Completa la encuesta antes del 31 de enero, sigue las preguntas de la liga https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/2017CommunityValues.
Los resultados se presentarán en una reunión pública a principios de febrero, en nombre de PTSA Council, ¡GRACIAS!
From OSPI: New ESSA Resources Available in Top 8 Languages.
http://www.k12.wa.us/ESEA/ESSA/Resources.aspx
OSPI has translated five of our Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) flyers into the Top 8 languages spoken by Washington’s students. Those flyers address some of the biggest pieces of ESSA, including Title I: Federal Programs, Title II: Teacher & Principal Quality, Title III: English Learners, as well as Equity and 21st Century Community Learning Centers. These flyers were created to help readers understand the new federal education law—without first taking a course in legalese. They have been translated into Arabic, Korean, Russian, Spanish, Somali, Tagalog, Ukrainian, and Vietnamese. English-language flyers are available on the ESSA resource page.
January Agenda
12/15/16 Draft Minutes
December Treasurer Report
Council Awards Information
Membership Report
Training Survey
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Outreach Donation Ask for Council meeting: Flour and sugar. Thank you!
Council Award Nominations are being accepted now through February 15th: http://www.issaquahptsa.org/council-awards
Do not leave today’s meeting without your school’s Reflections artwork!
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Reminder that if your PTA paid any subcontractors more than $600 in 2016 that you must issue them a 1099 by 1/31. Subcontractors include after school program providers, accountants, etc. Feel free to contact me if you have any questions.
Also, your Financial Review Committee should convene this month to do your mid year financial review (for July – December). Results should be shared with your membership and included in your meeting minutes. More information (including the review checklist) can be found on the WSPTA website in the Money Matters handbook.
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In case you have not attended Focus Day in the past, we want you to have lots of information so you will know what to to expect! Focus Day draws WSPTA members to Olympia with the intent of giving them an in-person view of how the legislative process works, and how they can engage in it to advocate for their children. It also provides an opportunity for you to meet your local legislators and personally convey your priorities for your children. There will be focus on the “Top 5” WSPTA legislative priorities, which were decided by vote at the 2016 WSPTA Legislative Assembly. You can view details on each priority, as well as other supported issues and long-term resolutions at http://www.
“TOP 5”
On the agenda, Governor Inslee and new Superintendent of Public Instruction Chris Reykdal will be speaking to us in the rotunda. The superintendent will share his vision for public education, and his top priorities for his first 100 days in office. You can view the governor’s new budget and $3.9B proposals to resolve the “McCleary problem” here:
Several people from Region 2 are working on setting up face to face meetings with legislators from districts 5 and 41. So far, there is an appointment set to meet with Jay Rodne at 2:30pm. You are welcome to attend this meeting! I will forward additional information if we receive more responses.
Check out the WSPTA Focus Day webpage to see the full agenda, as well as other details about the day and helpful links. The link to register for Focus Day is also on this page. Kids are encouraged to attend, and there will be activities just for them on-site! You can also purchase boxed lunches on the registration page, or you can bring your own. Nearby food options are scarce, and the capitol cafeteria line can be very long! Focus Day page: http://www.wastatepta.
Lake Washington PTSA Council has generously offered a FREE bus ride to Focus Day! Priority will be given to riders from the Lake Washington district. Extra seats will likely fill up fast, so sign up here ASAP to reserve your seat https://www.signupforms.
Blue Postcards – Please fill them out and return them at the January 12th Council meeting! If you missed the last Council meeting, postcards were given Council members that could be filled out with comments to legislators. Each president received 30 postcards to pass out to others. If you did not receive yours or would like to print more, you can find them here http://www.issaquahptsa.
If you have questions, please contact Korista at any time. Thank you for your dedication and all you do to make a difference for our kids!
See you at Focus Day!
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Family partnership and Cultural Bridges are going to support the Kindergarten registration event at Apollo, Issaquah Valley Elementary School and Clark. We will provide volunteers to translate flyers, help ELL families fill out the Kindergarten registration forms, answer questions. We will make robo-calls to remind the families about the event and anything else the schools need to welcome the new families.
We are also going to provide the same help for Issaquah Middle School at the transition event on March 6th.
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State of Mind Conferences. Flyers: JPG | PDF
All Events will be held from 11:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Influence the Choice Video Contest is up and running. Deadline to submit is March 10th at 5pm.
High School Flyer: JPG | PDF
Middle School Flyer: JPG | PDF
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Washington State PTA Membership Leadership Guide
January Membership Report Details
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Outreach Notes – This page is kept current as needs or programs change.
This month’s Outreach Ask for Council meeting: The Issaquah Food & Clothing Bank is asking for Flour & Sugar this month. Thank you!
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A ParentWiser representative will be attending your January or February General Membership Meeting in January or early February to increase awareness of our new lecture series, and specifically engage parents in the Community Book Read for upcoming national keynote speaker, Jessica Lahey, author of “Gift of Failure – How the best parents learn to let go so their children can succeed” in Issaquah on April 25th.
Meantime, please post our monthly Enews blurbs (see 2 options below):
1) Check out our new parent ed lecture series at http://ParentWiser.org. Registrations open for Jan-April!
OR,
2) Coming soon – ParentWiser presents…
Jan 12th Birds & Bees Talks for the 21st Century: Raising Kids in the Age of Technology, by Amy Lang at 7-8:30pm at Cascade Ridge Elementary on how and when to talk about the birds and the bees and simple tips for handling all the yucky stuff tech can bring into kids’ lives. For parents of grades K-5. FLYERS: DOC | PDF
Jan 17th Teen Kindness Advocate, Houston Kraft speaks to parents 6:30-7:30pm at Issaquah Middle School on what young people today NEED to be successful and kind. For parents of grades 6-12. FLYERS: DOC | PDF
Feb 28th Changing the Game, by John O’Sullivan, author and keynote at 6:30pm at Issaquah High Theater on what athletics teaches us about life lessons, how to give our kids a competitive edge while allowing them to learn and grow through enjoyable, rewarding experiences. FLYERS: DOC | PDF
Register for these and future events at http://ParentWiser.org. Walk-ins are also welcome!
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WEBMASTER/DIRECTORY |
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Presidents – Directories were distributed last month. If you missed that meeting, please pick up your copy before leaving.
SURVEYS – Surveys are great for many things, including collecting nominations for awards! Contact Cindy to set yours up.
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April 4th
7-8:30pm
Issaquah Middle School Commons
This reception is to honor all Golden Acorn and Outstanding Advocate Award Winners from all of our schools in the Issaquah School District.
Nominating Committee – Feb 7th: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/
Money Matters – Feb 11th: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/
*There is a 100 participant limit statewide for each of the webinars.
December Agenda
11/10/16 Draft Minutes
November Treasurer Report
Making Gifts to the Issaquah School District
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Outreach Donation Ask for Council meeting: New or gently used books to be distributed with the Lunch for the Break boxes. Thank you!
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Running a Successful After School Enrichment Program Training Handout
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Once you receive your new Certificate of Insurance, please a copy to Laila.
REMINDER: Without a current insurance certificate on file with ISD, you are unable to hold PTA activities in ISD buildings.
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Register here for FOCUS DAY: http://www.wastatepta.
Download and print POSTCARDS!
Find your district: http://app.leg.wa.gov/DistrictFinder/
Plan ahead to attend FOCUS DAY on January 16th, 9:00am-1:00pm in Olympia! This WSPTA event is an impactful day for advocates of education. You will be able to rally on the steps of the state capitol with other advocates, and will have a chance to greet your legislators face to face! Since January 16th is a “no school” day, it is also an opportunity to involve your children in speaking up for education. Our legislators love to hear from kids!
The Lake Washington school district will be chartering a bus to Focus Day, which will be open to all of Region 2. Information on registering to ride the bus will be emailed to Presidents and Advocacy Reps. when available, along with detailed information about what to expect on Focus Day.
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December 2016 Top Checklist Items
Here are a few quick links to articles to copy and paste:
Webinar- Safe Drinking Water in Schools
On the Radar for January 2017:
o Hold a mid-year retreat or meeting with your Board to discuss and evaluate your PTA’s achievements thus far and review what you need to do for the balance of the year to meet the goals and needs of your PTA. What is your PTA’s process to evaluate current year’s goals, programs and activities? (Surveys, suggestion box, post event evaluations, GM open forum, etc.).
o Promote Focus Day (scheduled for Monday, Jan. 16, 2017) and encourage Board/members to attend. For SoE app: Print copy of all attendees’ registrations – up to 3 people for maximum SoE app points). For SoE Platinum Level: Print example of how you shared Focus Day info with members (e.g., minutes, newsletter, website, etc.) Register Here for 2017 Focus Day
o Consider electing your Nominating Committee at your January GM Meeting. Review Article 5, Section 5 of the WSPTA 2016-17 Uniform Bylaws regarding election procedures. For SoE app: Make copy of GM minutes showing election of Nominating Committee.
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Washington State PTA Membership Leadership Guide
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No Report.
Outreach Notes – This page is kept current as needs or programs change.
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A lot of new, fantastic parent ed events are coming to Issaquah schools!
In January,
Many of your PTSA websites are still posting OLD past events/info. PLEASE update monthly with our proposed communications below. If you can’t keep up, just send parents to http://ParentWiser.org. Contact parentwiser@issaquahptsa.org if you need another logo/button.
(Our surveys show that attending parents are aware of our events mostly through PTSA, Facebook. We have to PUSH the information in multiple channels, multiple times. How will you reach your non-PTSA parents? We ask for registrations, but we always have room for walk-ins! Please advertise widely throughout your school communities, especially:
Send in school ENews
Send in PTA/PTSA ENews/Website/Email to membership
Post dates on school and/or PTSA calendars (even though it may be held at a different school location!)
Post on school and/or PTSA Facebook/Twitter
Post flyers (attached!) on school/PTSA bulletin boards
If your school is hosting an event, add it to your reader board out front!
For printing & services use Fedex WA State PTA discount code: 052 088 2103 .
Announce these events with a flyer at PTSA Board & General Membership Meetings!
For ENews (cut/paste for your school population below):
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ParentWiser presents…
Jan 12th Birds & Bees Talks for the 21st Century: Raising Kids in the Age of Technology, by Amy Lang at 7-8:30pm at Cascade Ridge Elementary on how and when talk about the birds and the bees and simple tips for handling all the yucky stuff tech can bring into kids’ lives. For parents of grades K-5. FLYER DOC | FLYER PDF
Jan 17th Teen Kindness Advocate, Houston Kraft speaks to parents 6:30-7:30pm at Issaquah Middle School on what young people today NEED to be successful and kind. For parents of grades 6-12. FLYER DOC | FLYER PDF
Register for these and future events at http://ParentWiser.org. Walk-in are also welcome!
We will also be attending your January or February General Membership Meetings to help build awareness for our February and April keynote authors/speakers:
Please contact parentwiser@issaquahptsa.org if you are interested in joining our parent ed committee to provide ideas for topics, speakers, venues, or can volunteer for Social Media Manager of Facebook/Twitter pages. Also contact us if your PTSA is looking for recommended local/lower cost speakers/topics to attract parents to your PTSA General Membership Meetings.
Thank you!
Heidi Fuhs & Debbie Steinberg Kuntz
ParentWiser
Issaquah PTSA Council
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We received a total of 264 entries from 23 schools. Gibson Ek did not send in any entries.
We are currently judging the entries. We are able to send a total of 53 to State plus the one Special Artist entry we received.
The Reflections Chairs from each school were given invitations to the Reception, when they dropped off their submissions on November 21st.
The District Reception is on TUESDAY January 10th 2017 at IHS from 6.30-8.00pm.
The finalists moving on to State will only be notified on January 10th.
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The Issaquah School District Capital Projects department has been working to complete construction projects on our schools that have been financed through the passage of our bonds. The most recent bond was passed in April 2016 (thank you to our community!!!!) They have been working on managing land acquisition, planning and design, construction, renovation of schools and district facilities.
Please click on this link to look at the projects that have been completed from the passage of the 2012 bond and the projects in the works from the 2016 bond here: http://www.issaquah.
Click here to see the latest news and construction timeline on the Pine Lake Middle School Rebuild: http://www.issaquah.wednet.
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Directories will be distributed at this meeting.
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Highlights from the ParentWiser Run, Hide, Fight presentation.
– Kimberly Nocco
The following suggestions are mostly for adults and are relevant in many settings: office, theater, public gathering. The message that has been given to most younger students in the district is simply “Listen to your teacher/an adult in charge.”
If possible, RUN. Make sure your hands are EMPTY and held where police can see them. As a demonstration, one officer held a black phone while swinging her arms running – it really looked like it could be a firearm. If you take your phone or car keys, put them in your pocket or bra (seriously, he said that) and DON’T reach for them unexpectedly, you’ll get yourself shot.
If you can’t run, HIDE. Take cover – the spots recommended were behind large electrical boxes (contain copper, can stop bullets), behind a large concrete pillar, behind the FRONT end of a car near the tire (bullets go through the trunk area). If indoors, lock/barricade the door, turn off phones/vibration (your family will call you and give away your hiding spot! And this goes the other way, don’t keep calling loved ones if they might be hiding).
Finally, if no other option, FIGHT. Work together. Be committed to incapacitate the attacker. Look for resources, even if unconventional – fire extinguishers, hot coffee, belt, chair…
Always FOLLOW THE DIRECTIONS of first responders/SWAT, even if they seem unusual. They have a tactical reason for every request and don’t have time to be polite. As an example, the officer pushed a victim towards the center of the room to prevent injury from stray bullets bouncing off walls. The first responders are there to neutralize the threat, not help you, stay out of their way. When they arrive on the scene, they have a lot of information to take in quickly and decide who is the threat – don’t give them any reason to suspect you.
Attached is one of the best summaries of Run, Hide, Fight that I’ve seen. https://www.washingtonpost.com/graphics/national/activeshooter/
And this is the official video shown in the presentation: https://youtu.be/5VcSwejU2D0
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Outreach Donation Ask for Council meeting: Progresso type Soups (not condensed) and dried fruits. Thank you!
District Bell Times Information & CDC Infographic
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2016 Washington State PTA Legislative Assembly Report
Three members of your Council Board attended Legislative Assembly in October. We educated ourselves on all of the proposed issues and resolutions, and voted to support those we thought would be most important and relevant to our students.
Please go to WSPTA Grassroots Connection Blogspot for more detailed information and a Post Legislative Assembly Summary: http://
2016-2018 Legislative Platform (Top Five)
Issues Also Supported (listed alphabetically)
*2015-16 legislative issues
New Long Term Resolutions
Child Sex Trafficking
Dyslexia, Dysgraphia, Dyscalculia, and Dyspraxia (sensory disorders) and their Educational Impact
Mitigating Environmental Hazards and Contaminants in Schools
Expanded Learning Parent/Guardian Survey
Link to survey: http://www.
This survey is being conducted by the Expanded Learning Opportunities Council (ELOC). The ELOC was created in 2014 to advise the Governor, Legislature, and Superintendent of Public Instruction regarding expanded learning opportunities for students. Your input as a parent or guardian will be used to help guide the ELOC’s recommendations about:
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Issaquah Schools Foundation Agenda Notes
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Washington State PTA Membership Leadership Guide
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Outreach Notes – This page is kept current as needs or programs change.
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ParentWiser presents…
Nov 21st Run, Hide, Fight at 7pm at Issaquah High School, Black Box Theater by School Resource Officer and Active Shooter Trainer, Diego Zanella of Issaquah Police Dept. FLYER.
Increasingly we’re hearing about shooters in schools, offices, churches and around town. Whether present in a public space, or waiting to hear from loved ones at a scene, do you know what to do? For parents of K-12.
Nov 29th SCREENAGERS – Growing Up in the Digital Age at 7-9pm at Liberty High School, Theater. FLYER.
Another chance to see this film documentary, with expert panel Q&A, exploring struggles over social media, video games, academics and internet addiction. With insights from psychologists, brain scientists, and families, SCREENAGERS reveals how tech time impacts kids’ development and how parents can best navigate the digital world and find balance. Watch the trailer at: http://www.screenagersmovie.com For parents & students of K-12.
Register for these events at http://ParentWiser.org These ParentWiser events are FREE for Issaquah school district PTSA members, $5 donation requested for non-members at the door; sponsored by Issaquah PTSA Council, Issaquah Schools Foundation and Swedish Medical of Issaquah.
Check out http://parentwiser.org for a current listing of parent education events, registrations, and resources across the Issaquah school district.
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District Turn In: Monday, November 21, 10-Noon in the Issaquah Library Meeting Room (Sunset/Front St). Contact Yvette at reflections@issaquahptsa.org or Leah redleah@mindspring.com 425-281-6464 if you have any difficulty.
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We will be sending out a survey soon to families with students receiving Special Services in order to get feedback on where to focus our advocacy and support efforts moving forward. We will send the link and newsletter blurb out for you to include in PTSA communications.
The first Special Education Parent Night hosted by ISD Special Services Administrators is November 17th from 6:30-8:30 p.m. at Sunny Hills Elementary in the library. The topic is “Special Ed 101.”
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Synopsis of Issaquah School District Presentation by Pam Ridenour – Director of Counseling Services
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Outreach Donation Ask for Council meeting: As a follow up to Diaper Need Awareness Week Sept. 26 through October 2, please consider a donation of diapers or baby food or baby formula. Thank you!
Delegate forms must be submitted to the council secretary no later than this October meeting!
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Link to the WSPTA Legislative Advocacy page: http://www.wastatepta.
Attend Washington State PTA Legislative Assembly on October 21-22at the Olympia Red Lion!
At Leg. Assembly you will get to network with people from around our state who are dedicated to Advocacy. You will vote on long term resolutions which will outline the WSPTA stand on statewide issues. You will also vote on the short term “Top 5” priorities, which will form the WSPTA legislative platform for the next two years.
Click here http://www.wastatepta.
Important Legislative Assembly Dates:
October 12th – Last day to reserve a room at the Olympia Red Lion at the group discounted rate.
October 17th – Last day for presidents to submit delegates for Leg. Assembly. Email names to tvasbinder@wastatepta.org. Please email from the ‘president’s email address’ that WSPTA has on file for you, and include your local PTA/PTSA number.
October 20th – Last day to register for Leg. Assembly and choose your classes.
Remember that any classes you attend at Leg. Assembly count as your training requirement for the year! Woo-hoo!!
(Please note: Your PTA/PTSA budget should have money allotted for at least one person to attend Leg. Assembly each year. If you need more information on how to do this, I can help you! Please email me at advocacy@issaquahptsa.org)
Register to Vote
Get ready to vote in the November 8th election! If you are not registered, you can still register in person through October 31st. The King Co. elections office is conveniently located at: 919 SW Grady Way, Renton, WA 98057 / Phone: 206-296-8683 / Office Hours: 8am-4:30pm
Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction Candidate Forums
Candidates Erin Jones and Chris Reykdal will hold several public forums around the state to explain their stands on education issues. The next forum in our vicinity will be at Highline College in Des Moines on October 15th. You can view the full schedule and register to attend any of the forums on the League of Education Voters website. You can also go here to listen to interviews with both candidates. LEV website: http://
Don’t forget to vote for the candidate of your choosing!
October Advocacy Chair To-Do List:
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Please always feel free to email me with questions, comments or requests. If there is an Advocacy/Legislative topic that you would like to hear more about, please let me know!
Thank you,
Korista Smith-Barney
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ART DOCENT CONFERENCE 2016
Annual Art Docent Conference October 22, 2016 at Grand Ridge Elementary from 9:00 – 3:30 pm.
This conference is the opportunity for elementary school adult volunteer art docents to explore new mediums, learn new techniques, try out new lesson plans and connect with fellow docents and area teaching artists. www.SignUpGenius.com/go/10C0A49AEA72BA13-artdocent2
***Children are not allowed on premise during the art docent conference. Please make plans accordingly.***
Upcoming Art Docent training opportunities @ ARTEAST
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What Every Parent Wants to Know about the American School System Translated Flyers:
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Current information: http://www.issaquahptsa.org/programs/outreach This page is kept current as needs or programs change.
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Parent Ed is now Parentwiser! Check out http://parentwiser.org for a current listing of parent education events, registrations, and resources across the Issaquah school district.
Contact: parentwiser@issaquahptsa.org
Please note these dates in your school calendars, put into ENews, PTSA/School Facebook, etc.
Other speakers, topics and dates coming soon.
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This training focuses on how to reframe and shift our thinking about kids and parenting by using key strategies and skills based in positive reinforcement and how to set firm, consistent, and kind limits; while understanding the stages of the developing brain.
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