IHS PTSA Issaquah Schools Foundation

ISSAQUAH HIGH PTSA

The Issaquah Schools Foundation is a non-profit organization that drives resources to help all students reach the promise of their academic potential. They do this by bridging the gap between funds the state provides for basic education and the dollars our schools need to prepare students for success in school and life

Nourish Every Mind Benefit Luncheon will be held May 13 from 11:00 am – 1:00 pm at the Issaquah Community Center. Plan to attend this popular social event that also raises money for Issaquah Schools. Hear testimonials from ISF program participants, enjoy a silent auction, and celebrate with 900 other civic and business leaders, parents, and friends. To attend with other I.H.S. parents, contact our PTSA ISF Liaison Debbie Rossman.

Want to become more involved with the luncheon? Become a Table Captain. It is easy and fun. Invite nine friends to join you at your table, send periodic emails, and be a gracious host. A Table Captain Kick-off meeting will be held Thursday, March 18 at the Issaquah School District Administration building. Contact Michelle Weldon to add your name to the list.

VOICE Mentor Program

Can you give one hour a week to change a life? Then the VOICE Mentor Program needs you. VOICE, a mentoring/tutoring program funded by the Issaquah Schools Foundation and the Issaquah School District, matches students in need with caring adults or high school students who can provide one-to-one academic and social support. VOICE Mentors are currently serving 175 students in 21 schools, but demand far outweighs supply. Maple Hills Elementary is especially in need of mentors. Make a difference… become a VOICE Mentor. Contact Susie Gierke for more information or to apply.

Shopping can benefit ISF

If you’re headed to amazon.com to shop, stop at the ISF website first. When you log on to Amazon through the ISF website you’ll earn up to 8% of your purchase price for the Foundation. There is no extra cost to you…just shop as normal. The donation will automatically be calculated and forwarded to ISF upon checkout.

Follow these easy steps.

Log onto issaquahschoolsfoundation.org
Click on the apple in the left hand column of the home page
You’ll be directed to the amazon.com website.

Start shopping.

Thank you!

October 2009 Calling for Kids Campaign

Thank you! The Calling for Kids campaign raised $235,000 for Issaquah Schools!

For more information about Issaquah Schools Foundation, contact ISF: call 425-416-2045 or visit www.issaquahschoolsfoundation.org or email info@issaquahschoolsfoundation.org.

ISF GRANTS BENEFIT IHS!

Every parent in Issaquah needs to know about the important work that Issaquah Schools Foundation is doing to help support academic excellence at our school.

Since 1997 our school has received over $85,416 from ISF in grants. These grants provided enrichment in the areas of arts, emerging curriculum, language, literacy, math, science and technology. Various programs and materials were provided to enhance individualized learning of science (physics and biology) and ecology. Other equipment/ software purchased included a ceramics kiln and pottery wheel, language mastery software, special needs technology and lab equipment including digital microscopes. Other areas studied were government and robotics.

Sixty-one grant applications were received this year by the Foundation. District staff submitted applications for projects that reflect vision and innovation in education, encourage academic achievement, assist struggling students, and support pressing needs not covered by building or district budgets. Recipients will be announced in March 2010. For more information, visit the ISF website.