March 28th, 2016

Make your mark on the new IMS!  The PTSA is selling bricks this spring as a unique opportunity to be a part of our new building and to raise much needed funds to continue to support all the programs that the PTSA provides, including classroom funds and the Angel Program. The bricks will be permanently installed at the main entrance of the new IMS. Purchase an engraved 4x8 brick for one or all of your children, or for future alumni. Or, make your brick a dedication towards or about the school, such as a favorite activity or memory from IMS. To order yours visit the PTSA website or download a paper order formhere.

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You know your tax dollars will be wisely managed: The Issaquah School District has the highest bond rating of any school district in the state and has earned both a Moody’s Aaa bond rating and a S&P AA+ rating. Less than one-half percent of districts in the country have earned this dual bond rating which allows the district to borrow funds at a lower interest rate and saves taxpayers money. For 13 consecutive years the district has has clean audits by the Washington State Auditor’s Office.
Why now?  Available land for schools is becoming increasingly scarce.  Land and construction costs will only increase as the region’s economy expands. Now is the time to secure land and prepare for incoming students.
Why? Our schools are overcrowded. Our student population has grown by more than 2,000 kids over the last 4 years and we expect up to 2,000 more in the next 5 years, as well as a significant influx of students into full-day kindergarten. This explosive growth requires more schools and additional classrooms in elementary schools.
What will it cost? The district effectively manages your tax dollars which means your school tax rate will not increase.  Bond sales are structured and timed so that rates remain level.
VOTE YES! FOR ISSAQUAH SCHOOLS BY APRIL 26th! Ballots dropApril 6th…Please Vote before Spring Break!

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When you see Tara Moe, Leah Gibson, Becky Gordon and Kristen Brennock at school please give them a pat on the back and a smile for they are the recipients of this years IM PTSA Golden Acorn awards! They generously give MANY hours of their time to IMS and deserve it!!

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Lunch for the Break

IM PTSA will participate in this program for the upcoming Spring Break.  Donations will be collected in the office starting on April 4.  We will also collect items at this weeks PTSA membership meeting on Wednesday.  We will register to donate 5 boxes - but we will happily collect and deliver as many boxes as we can - so if thesign up genius is full - keep on shopping!

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Director of Outreach Position - are you or someone you know interested?

IM PTSA is looking for a Director of Outreach to join our Board in the coming year. Below is a working description of some of the responsibilities. This position can be one person or a committee! You can make it as big or as small as you want! If you want to talk about how you can help or be a part of Community Outreach for IM PTSA please contact Becky Gordon.