February 24th Open IM PTSA Board Meeting 10:30-12pm ICC Teen Center
February 26th After School Social Golden Acorn/Outstanding Ed Awards Nominations Due
March 8th Parent Ed 7-8:30,IHS Theater
March 14th 5th grade Parent Night 6:30pm
March 15th Parent Ed 7-8:30,Mercer Island High
March 18th Early Dismissal at 10:30
IMS PTSA Board
President Becky Gordon
Secretary Anne Livingston
Treasurer Tara Moe
VP Hospitality Kristen Brennock Kristen Wood
VP Communications Rachel Stoner
VP Ways & Means Amy Cancelosi
VP Programs Victoria Evans
VP Volunteers Valerie Yanni
Success: Stay Organized, Manage Time and Study Skills, by Jenni Butz of Pacific Learning Academy
Tues, Feb 23rd, 2016 7:00-8:30pm PCMS (for parents of middle/high school teens)
Help your teen succeed by learning practical organizational, time management and study skills that can be personalized to the individual learning style. Put basic office supplies to use and reduce mind clutter.Anxiety – Yours, Mine and Ours, by Laura Kastner PhD
Tues, Mar 8th, 2016 7:00-8:30pm Issaquah High School, Theater (for parents of middle/high school teens)
This lecture will discuss research on teen stress by author of Wise Minded Parenting (among other publications), Laura Kastner PhD. Some stress is good! Challenges energize, focus and motivate us. Stress management and resilience are key personal strengths that can determine success or failure. Learn how to help, rather than hinder, your teens’ stress management.
February 22nd, 2016
Do you have an 8th Grader or a IHS Student? Are you interested in getting more connected to Issaquah High School’s PTSA or do you know of someone who would like to be involved with an amazing group that serves Issaquah High School? The Issaquah High PTSA general membership at will be electing officers on April 8th and the nominating committee is looking to fill the positions of Co-President, Secretary, Treasurer, VP of Hospitality, VP of Programs, and VP of Events. Issaquah High School PTSA is a great group that has fun together and helps support the education of our children at Issaquah High. Please contact Jody Mull, Valerie Yanni or Ginger Wilfong if you are interested or would like to suggest someone else! IMPTSA Individual Awards
Is there an educator (teacher, assistant, custodian, bus driver, administrator, faculty member) who has gone above and beyond for your IMS student and has had a positive influence in his or her life? TheOutstanding Educator Award is your chance to say thank you! It was created to recognize individuals who have provided outstanding educational opportunities for youth that are above and beyond the normal scope of their job.Please ta lk with your student about the Outstanding Educator Award and personally nominate or encourage them to nominate someone. The 2015 recipients: Kristin Johnsen, Amy Ainsworth and Brian DeBroux
The Golden Acorn Award honors people who have given exemplary volunteer service to children and youth in our school community. IMPTSA is a strong and successful partner to IMS due to the wonderful volunteers that step up time and time again to get things done on behalf of students. Please consider nominating anyone you feel should be recognized by the IMPTSA for their volunteerism within IMS and the community.The 2015 recipients: Dan Chernin and Valerie Yanni
Nominations Nominations for Golden Acorn Award will be accepted until February 26, 2016. Nominations for Outstanding Educator Award will be accepted untilMarch 24, 2016. Nomination forms can be found in the IMS office, at the bulletin board in the front of IMS, and online . Email the form to or return the form to the IMS office and place in the Golden Acorn box. You can also nominate by calling Valerie Yanni at 312-320-1667 or Wendy Shah at 925-980-9714.
MY FAVORITE TEACHER CONTEST Barnes & Noble is in their eighth year in sponsorship of this contest. This is a writing contest for middle and high school students recognizing a teacher that has made them feel safe and valued while inspiring them to discover and develop their talents. Entries should be 500 words or fewer and submitted with the entry form provided and should be provided to your local Barnes & Noble or mailed by March 1.
The student with the winning essay, poem, or thank-you letter will receive a $500 Barnes & Noble Gift Card and a NOOK.
The winning teacher will be recognized at an event at their local Barnes & Noble. Regional winners will receive a $500 Barnes & Noble Gift Card. The winner of the National Teacher of the Year award will receive $5000 at a special event. The winning teacher's school will receive $5000 as well.
For more information, download the Entry Form, Rules, or Contest Flier.
PTA Men's Essay Contest - Men Making a Difference This program recognizes the important and different contribution that men make in children's lives and in their education. For an application and complete rules please follow this link.
Objective In an effort to help promote male engagement around the state of Washington, the objective of this contest is for students of all ages to write an essay about a male role model that has had a profound impact on their life. These essays, from a student's perspective, will serve to inspire positive male engagement.
When writing their essays, students can consider many questions including (but not limited to): •Why is this male role model important in your life? •What life lessons, ethics, or skills have they taught you? •Why do you look up to him and appreciate having him in your life? •How would your life be different without this person? •How would other kids benefit from having a similar role model in their life?
