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ISLAND PARK EAGLE NEWS
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Island Park Elementary PTA
November 26, 2013
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Overview of General Membership Mtg.
Island Park parents voted unanimously to endorse the February School Construction bond and Maintenance Levy at the Nov. 13th General Membership Mtg..
Speakers from the School Board and the Committee For Mercer Island Public Schools gave an overview of the $98M bond and how it will benefit children in elementary, middle, and high school. MI schools are overcrowded by approximately 750 students across all five schools, including having children in 34 portables. The construction bond includes building a 4th elementary school, adding 14 new classrooms and a gym, cafeteria, music room and other common space at the middle school, and adding 10 new classrooms, including science labs, at the high school. Mr. Hoffman also gave an overview of the benefits to Island Park of reducing overcrowding if a 4th elementary school were to open.
The most surprising statistic presented that evening was that only 25% of registered voters with school aged children voted in the last bond election. This bond requires 60% approval to pass, so parents were encouraged to be sure they are registered to vote and to turn their ballots in on time.
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Island Park Elementary Introduces "It All Adds Up to Cleaner Air" Campaign
Island Park would like to reduce the harmful effects of air pollution on children by encouraging parents not to idle their cars when picking up or dropping kids off at school.
Vehicle emissions are a major cause of air pollution, which contributes to increased rates of asthma, cancer, and other heart and respiratory ailments, particularly for children.
One out of every 10 children in the state has been diagnosed with asthma and their symptoms increase as a result of increased exposure to car exhausts.
It is more efficient to turn off most vehicles than to idle for more than 30 seconds.
We ask that you become an active participant in improving air quality and reducing health risks by eliminating idling in school zones, at ATM machines, at drive-thru lanes, while waiting for a ferry or bridge, and while running in to a dry cleaner or other place of business for a "quick stop."
Please help to keep our kids healthy by turning off your car engines!
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New to Mercer Island? Don't forget to Register to VOTE by January 13th! 
Be sure your voice is heard by registering to vote. Washington offers three ways to register to vote: online, by mail or by visiting the King County Elections office. Those who are not already registered in WA may do this in person at the Elections office in Renton or at the King County Voter Registration Annex in Seattle.
Important Resources / Locations
King County Elections Office
919 Southwest Grady Way
Renton, WA 98057-2906
Phone: 206-296-8683
Fax: 206-296-0108
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PTA Reflections Art Contest
Believe, Dream, Inspire
Deadline Dec. 2nd
Reflect on the theme, create an original work, and be recognized!
Art Categories:
- Dance Choreography
- Film Production
- Literature
- Music Composition
- Photography
- Visual Arts
Any questions, please contact Julietta Bell
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Get Involved - The PTA Needs Your Help!
Island Park PTA needs more parents involved! The PTA Executive Committee (EC) is a volunteer parent group that meets bi-monthly with Principle Hoffman to help lead the efforts of the PTA, guide programs and manage the PTA budget.
The PTA EC has opening for a new roles:
PTA Opportunities
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Upcoming Events
No SchoolNov. 28 and 29 - Thanksgiving
Early ReleaseTues. 11/26 & Wed. 11/27 - Conferences MI Parent Edge Event: Dr. Laura Kastner
Dec., 5th, 7pm MIHS Performing Arts CenterDifferent Learners Review Update
Mon., Dec 9th, 7-8.30pm Admin. Building Board Room
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Box Top Contest Ends Tomorrow!
Be sure to turn in your box tops to win "extra recess and popsicles" for you entire class! The classroom that collect the most wins!
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Different Learners Review Update
Monday, December 9, 7-8:30pm at the Administration Building Board Room.
The District Different Learners Review Committee prioritized the following recommendations for 2013-2014:
- Selection and implementation of K-8 screening and identification tool in the area of reading.
- K-2 Focus of reading curriculum, mapping, revising to meet CCSS, professional development.
- Small group, targeted professional development
Come to a parent/community update meeting to learn more about this work for the 2013-2014 school year. More info about the Different Learners Review is available here.
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Highly Capable Program 
The nomination deadline for the The Mercer Island School District Highly Capable Program is December 6th. Information and forms available Here.
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Music Recitals
For the past several months, the children in 2 nd,  3 rd,4 thand 5 th grades have been learning melody concepts in music class and using these concepts to play the piano or recorder. As the culminating event to this unit, I would like to invite you and any other significant adults in your child's life to attend a classroom recital. More Info
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MUSIC ROOM BRAVOS
As we approach our piano and recorder
winter music recitals, I want to send a sincere thank you to the many volunteers who assisted in teaching students how to play their instruments this year. The students often tell me how much they appreciate the extra attention from these dedicated parents, and I echo that sentiment! Their hours of service meant many more students were able to receive the coveted recorder belts, delve further into their piano books and gain a sense of pride and accomplishment!
Please join me in thanking: Ji Young, Stephanie Kim, Cindy Hamp, Sandra Barvaux, Oren and Zivit Nissim, Caren Halliwell, Annie Lopez, Dina Dietz, Lori Friedman, Shelley Whelan, Robin Wilt, Dr. Atley Ralston, Lauren Kim, Suzanne Feinstein, Lean Lee, Jill Hawkins, Julietta Bell, KiKi Jiang, Linda Zachariah, Lydia Chwastiak, Robin Medin, Deb Micheau, Cat Martin, Oliver Chang, and Elizabeth Beckley.
Thank you!! Sincerely, Mrs. Hamp
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HOLIDAY SHOPPING
Support Island Park PTA while doing your Holiday Shopping! 1-click at a time!
It's as easy as 1, 2, 3...
2. Click the AMAZON logo on the top of page
3. Save the dedicated Island Park link as a bookmark/favorite for future amazon shopping - then shop as you normally would!
Each time you shop amazon via our dedicated Island Park amazon bookmarked/favorite link, Island Park PTA earns money! So far this year we have already earned nearly $1,000 from the regular day-to-day shopping IP families do! So please keep Island Park in mind when doing your Holiday shopping - use the dedicated link, and support the many programs our PTA provides!
Please direct any questions on this program to Co-VP Ways & Means Chairs
Julene Levin - JuleneLevin@gmail.com or Sarah Vaux - sjvaux@comcast.net
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LAST DAYS TO CHECK THE LOST AND FOUND
At last count we have 52 sweatshirts/sweaters, 15 jackets, 10 shirts, 3 pairs of pants, 1 vest, 12 misc. items (hats, umbrellas, lunch bags, mittens), and one shoe (a 'heely' to be specific). 24 of these items have names in them - the other 70 items have no name. Please come take a look for missing items ASAP. All unclaimed items will be donated to charity by mid-December.
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ISLAND PARK FUNDRAISERS
Earn Money For Island Park Without Writing A Check
The Island Park PTA is pleased to continue our partnership with Amazon and Box Tops to provide simple ways to earn money for our school while making your every day purchases.
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MERCER ISLAND RESOURCES FOR PARENTS AND FAMILIES
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MI Parent Edge Event: Dr. Laura KastnerDec., 5th, 7pm MIHS Performing Arts Center
Children's Hospital Guide to Preventing Underage Marijuana Use
Research shows that increased access to marijuana leads to increased use by minors. With the legalization of recreational marijuana in Washington state, parents should be prepared to talk to their children about the risks and consequences of drug use. Seattle Children's Hospital has released a guide to help parents address this issue with their children:
http://www.preventionworksinseattle.org/uploads/Parent-handbook_Oct2013.pdf
This information is brought to you by Mercer Island Communities That Care, a project of Mercer Island Youth and Family Services. For more information visit www.mercerisland-ctc.com
Looking For Before/After School Care For Your Kids??
Kids Co.'s before and after-school programming is designed to meet the particular needs kids have during the non-school hours. Under our care, young bodies are refueled with nourishing snacks; given time for self-directed, free-play; and invited to participate in fun group activities, such as cooking, indoor and outdoor games, arts and craft, drama, teambuilding and science.
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MERCER ISLAND ACTIVITIES FOR KIDS
Looking for sports or activities for your child?
Check out Mercer Island Activities for Kids for a listing of the most recent activities!
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The MIHS Boys Basketball Team is at it again with the Little Dribblers Program for grades 2-9Children's Craft WorkshopChildren's craft session just in time for the holidays!
New to boys lacrosse? Already involved? Come to the K-8th grade MI boys lacrosse parent orientation.
All registration is open for k-8th grade. Grab a stick and join your friends.
Come join the premier girl-serving leadership organization in the nation!
Cub Scouts
Join Mercer Island Cub Scouts any time. For more info contact jselby@outlook.com
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Mercer Island School District
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Island Park PTA
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THANK YOU 2013 HAND IN HAND AUCTION SPONSORS!
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