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 ISLAND PARK EAGLE NEWS
April 24, 2012 PTA Unit 2.9.15
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Upcoming Events |
APRIL
25 MIFR Spring Dinner
26 Jump Rope Club Starts
30 Kindergarten Spring Concert
30 PTA Gen'l Membership Mtg
MAY
2 PTA Vol. Nominations Due
3 YoMercer Day
4 Pancakes and PJ's
7-11 Staff Appreciation Week
11 International Night
15 IMS 5th Gr Parent Night
17-23 Scholastic Book Fair
23 Learning Support Meeting
25 FULL Day of School
28 NO SCHOOL - Mem Day
31 All School BBQ
JUNE
8 NOON Release
14 FULL Day of School
15 Last Day of School
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Island Park Elementary
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5437 Island Crest Way
Mercer Island, WA 98040
206-236-3410
Absentee: 206-236-3411
Dr. Nancy Loorem, Principal
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| Letter from Debbie Hanson, PTA President | | 
Dear Island Park parents,
There's much buzz around school these days after Island Park teachers and staff had a chance to meet our new, incoming principal, David Hoffman last week. Mr. Hoffman received a warm welcome and I am hearing loads of positive comments from teachers, staff and administrators in response to this first meeting! While Dr. Loorem's retirement is a tremendous loss for our community, the impact is cushioned knowing that we have another wonderful, experienced leader ready to step in, come July. Dr. Loorem will spend time working with Mr. Hoffman to ease the transition so you may see him on our campus from time to time, including at our PJ's and Pancakes event.
On a different note, today marks the official launch of Mercer Island School District's 'Bridge the Gap' campaign, following the Breakfast of Champions kickoff this morning. Thank you to those who attended this exhilarating celebration of our students and teachers and special thanks to those who have already donated to this important campaign! It's not too late to contribute!
Continue reading Debbie's Full Letter for the scoop on Bridge the Gap (BTG) and the results from the Hand in Hand Auction.
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| Sock Hop! | | |
THIS FRIDAY! 6:30-8:30pm, IP MPR
Island Park's All School 50's Sock Hop
featuring The Hamp's band,
"The Raretones"
Enjoy popcorn and floats!
Return your Sock Hop RSVP by Apr 26th to your teacher to avoid the rush at the door.
All proceeds go to support Island Park's Hand in Hand paraprofessional program!
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| Kindergarten Spring Concerts | | 
Mon, April 30th, 11:15 am, MPR
The combined kindergartners will perform several songs on Monday, April 30th. We hope you can join us!
Missed a mini-musical or the 3rd & 4th grade spring concert? Or would you like a keepsake to show other family members? These performances are recorded and added to the K-4 Concerts Video (return K-4 Video order form to the front office).
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| PTA General Membership Meeting | | Monday, 4/30 at 12:30PM, IP Library
At Monday's, IP PTA General Membership Meeting, we will be discussing upcoming PTA events and fundraisers and will be voting to approve next year's slate of PTA officers. Much thanks goes out to this year's PTA Nominating Committee including Karla Olson, Abigail Little, Julie Ogata Ciobanu, Emily Wion, and Mindy Rowe! This dedicated team has spent many, many hours recruiting and discussing open positions with interested members. The position of President-Elect remains unfilled for the coming year. If you are interested in serving our PTA in this capacity or would like to recommend another member for this position, please contact one of the nominating committee members above. Hope to see you on the 30th! |
| 2nd Annual PJ's and Pancakes Breakfast | | |
Friday, May 4th, 7:30-9:00 AM
Stay in your PJ's and come to the IP MPR to enjoy pancakes hot off the griddle! Join the Island Park community as we enjoy breakfast together and raise money for Bridge The Gap! There is no cost to attend, though donations to BTG of any size are welcome! Last year, our wonderful school community raised $30,000 to help keep our class sizes small!
Come and meet our new Island Park Principal, David Hoffman. Remember parents must attend with their children. No drop-offs allowed.
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| 4th & 5th Grade Island Park Choir Practice | | Starting Tues, May 8th, 8:15AM
The 4th and 5th grade Island Park Choir will start their final session on Tuesday, May 8th. We will be working on songs to perform at the Eagle Assembly, the final assembly of the year. All 4th and 5th graders are welcome!
Please return the attached choir sign-up form before May 8th if possible, but students are also welcome to bring it with them on the first day of practice. We hope your child can join us! Sincerely, Mr. and Mrs. Hamp
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| PTA Awards for Outstanding Volunteers | | |
Nomination Deadline is Wed, May 2nd
The PTA Awards Committee is seeking your help in identifying outstanding volunteers. These volunteers may have done an outstanding job on a program or event, they may have provided years of outstanding service to Island Park or they may be invaluable in the classroom to one or more teachers. Many things make an outstanding volunteer, and we appreciate all who donate their time and energy to our school!
So, please help us to identify these people and forward your nominations to the 2012 PTA Awards Committee. A nomination form is attached or look for nomination forms in the front office, fill them out and drop them off in the PTA box in the front office. You can also email your nominations to, Leanne Gallagher at leannegallagher1@msn.com. Feel free to fill out more than one form, as you may wish to nominate more than one person!
Thanks for helping us recognize our wonderful volunteers!
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| Staff Appreciation Week | |  Help us Celebrate our IP Staff the Week of May 7th-11th
We are incredibly fortunate to have such committed teachers and staff working with our children every day! Please help us show all of our Island Park school staff - teachers, specialists, instructional assistants, parapros, and others - how much we truly appreciate all they do for us throughout the year. Please mark your calendars and participate in the following events:
* Tuesday, May 8th - Flower Day: Each student is asked to bring one flower (either from their home garden or purchased) to school, where they will be combined with others from the class to form a bouquet for the teacher.
* Wednesday, May 9th - Notes for the Staff: Students are encouraged to send a personal message to their favorite teachers and staff.
* Thursday, May 10th - Staff Appreciation Luncheon: The theme is "Parent Favorites"
If you have any questions or can help prepare a lunch dish, please contact Julie Crosetto at juliecrosetto@hotmail.com and Marie Nguyen at marie@pacificdentalcare.com. |
Scholastic Book Fair - Volunteers Still Needed!
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 BOOK FAIR IS COMING SOON! MAY 17-23
Scholastic Book Fair will return to Island Park's library Thursday May 17th and run through Wednesday May 23rd. The library is transformed into a bookstore, which is THE PLACE to get books for summer reading.
We need volunteer cashiers, stockers, and guides to help others find books. If you are interested in volunteering, email Annmarie Guedel, aguedel@msn.com or sign up at the front office. Thanks!
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| Donate to HiH WITHOUT WRITING A CHECK! | | 
Thank you for everyone's support at the 2012 HiH Auction! We raised a whopping $128k and by now every guest should have received their receipt for tax deductions in the mail. We only need to raise $40k more to keep our HiH Parapros around next year so if you or your spouse is employed by a matching company (e.g. Microsoft, Boeing), please remember to have your generous donation matched and let "The Man" carry us to the finish line! For instructions or assistance, contact Bridget Swanson bridgetkswanson@comcast.net. If you need another copy of your receipt, contact Karla Olson markandkarla@msn.com.
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| For 5th Grade Parents | |  IMS Incoming 6th Grade Parent Info Night
On May 15th at 7pm, IMS Library, attend a 6th Grade Parent Info Night to get sense of the middle school experience overall. Read more.
IMS Newsletter
Interested in reading about the happenings at IMS for the next year? Subscribe to the IMS newsletter by sending an email to imseditor@gmail.com. Send them your child's name and CURRENT grade. |
| Special Education and Learning Support Symposium | | |
May 23rd, 7PM in the MISD Board Room
There will be a symposium for parents on May 23rd at 7:00 pm, in the MISD Board Room at the administration building (4160 86th Ave. SE). Both Pat Turner, Director of Special Education and Kathy Morrison, Director of Elementary Learning Support will be there. This will be an opportunity for parents to share their thoughts, concerns and ideas for improving our services for struggling students. The District wants to make every effort to identify and provide a free and appropriate education for all educationally disabled students, so please come and share your good ideas.
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| Annual Crest Learning Center Plant Sale | |  Plant Sale Grand Opening and CRESTFEST! Sat, May 5th
The 2012 plant crop is in and growing.
The plant sale will continue after school and on Saturday afternoons until June 16th, while supplies last. The Horticulture students would like to express appreciation for the continued support of the Mercer Island School District employees at our annual plant sale.
Saturday, May 5th, 4150 86th Ave. SE, Mercer Island, WA
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| Keeping It Green | |  How to Pack Waste Free Lunches!
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Poetry Contest
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In honor of National Poetry Month, Island Books and the Mercer Island Arts Council are co-sponsoring a poetry contest open to all ages.
When: Contest closes April 30th
Who: Everyone! Poems will be judged in several categories:
- K through 3rd grade
- 4th and 5th grade
- Middle and high school
- Adults
What: Your theme is "What I Can Touch." Kids may submit poetry in any form. Adults are restricted to haiku or limerick.
Where: Attach your poem to the Poetry Pole inside Island Books @ 3014 78th Ave. SE
Prizes: Island Books gift certificates will be given to first, second and third place student winners and to one adult winner.
Winners will be announced in a ceremony on Sunday, May 6th at 3:30 p.m.
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| Springtime Community Dinner | | |
Wed, Apr 25th, 5:30PM, Islander Middle School
Mercer Island Food Revolution, a PTA group, and Chartwells invite all Mercer Islanders to a springtime community dinner on Wednesday, April 25th at 5:30PM at Islander Middle School. Enjoy a delicious meal with friends and neighbors.
Menu:
Sushi rolls & crostini
Stir-fry chicken or tofu with vegetables
Steamed Jasmine rice rolls
Chinese salad with sesame dressing
Apple Tart Tatin
Admission is first come, first served and by donation. We hope to see you there!
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| Raise Money for Island Park's Learning Garden | | 
Studio 904 supports the Island Park Learning Garden! Every year, since our beginning, Studio 904 has raised $$ for the Learning Garden...helping us to purchase tools, seeds and curriculum materials for our garden classroom. Please stop by in the month of April to purchase a raffle ticket to benefit the IP Learning Garden and possibly win this fabulous basket of goodies!
In celebration of Earth Month... Studio 904 is raising seed money for the "Learning Garden" at the Island Park School in Mercer Island. You can buy a $5 raffle and enter to win a gorgeous basket valued at $200! What are you waiting for?
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| Parent Map Lecture Series | | Will Puberty Last My Whole Life? presented by Metzger and Lehman
May 1, 2012, 7-9pm at Seattle Children's Theatre
Tickets: $20 in advance/$25 at the door for kids ages 8-14 years
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| Signing Time's Rachel Coleman Live in Concert! | | May 4th, 6PM, Highland Community Center
Rachel Coleman, and her hit PBS show "Signing Time" has introduced American Sign Language to children across the nation. Come see her perform, live in Bellevue. For more information, signing time flyer. For tickets, visit https://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/227828 |
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ISLAND PARK KIDS: SPORTS, CLUBS, and GROUPS
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| Kids Summer Camps | | 
Check out the Community Resources page at http://www.islandparkpta.org/community-resources for summer camps for your child. Includes Girls Hoops Summer Camp, MI Music Technology Summer Camp, Artscool!, Kids Co, MIP&R, YMCA, Pacific Science Center, and more.
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| Jump Rope Club is Back! | |  Thursdays, Apr 26-May 31, 3:30-4:30PM
Kids from all ages and skill levels are invited to participate in Jump Rope Club! Members of the World Champion Jump-Rope Performance team, HOT DOG USA, will be teaching a great class for our students. The members of the team are National, World and Junior Olympic Champions. Take advantage of this wonderful opportunity to have your child learn exciting new skills from highly qualified instructors, while participating in a fun physical fitness activity in a positive environment.
The six week session of Jump Rope Club will start Thursday, April 26 and run every Thursday through May 31. The kids will meeting in the Multi-Purpose Room at Island Park from 3:30 pm to 4:30pm. Parents will need to pick students up at 4:30. If interested, please fill out the attached registration form and return to the Island Park Front Office with your payment. Please make checks payable to HOTDOG USA. Contact Leanne Gallagher at 206-265-3304 or Leannegallagher1@msn.com if you have any questions.
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| MIGB Summer Hoops Camp 2012 | |  June 25-29, 9am-Noon for Grades K-5
Our own Island Park's teacher, Beth Christofferson is hosting a girls basketball summer camp the week of June 25. Open to all K-5 girls interested in improving her basketball skills and having fun with MIHS players.
To register, send in the registration form and waiver form to MIHS. For questions, email MIHS Assistant Coach Beth Christofferson at bethchristofferson@hotmail.com.
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| Clay, Pottery, and Sculpting Class | |  April 28th - June 9th, MIB&GC
Discover the art of pottery and sculpting at the Mercer Island Boys and Girls Club! Make colorful and usable vases, bowls, cups, artistic sculptures, and more!
Classes are for K-8th grade members. See the flyer.
6 classes will be offered for each session from April 28th-June 9th
* Mondays 6:30-8PM
* Wednesdays 6:30-8PM
* Saturdays 10-11:30AM
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| Giving Globally: The Power of Children | | |
Thursday, April 26, 7 to 9 p.m.
Seattle Children's Theatre's West Rehearsal Hall
You are cordially invited to attend a free panel discussion for parents, sponsored by Sponge, a leader in children's language education. This dynamic panel will focus on what parents can do to inspire their children to think and act globally in early childhood. It's never too early to start. The experts will offer important take-aways for parents on how to help their children form meaningful connections that encourage them to make a difference.
We hope to see you there! Please RSVP to events@spongeschool.com or 206-227-7138. For more information, visit www.spongeschool.com.
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