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ISLAND PARK EAGLE NEWS
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Island Park Elementary PTA
April 28th, 2015
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Pajamas and Pancakes
Friday May 8th 7.30-9am IP MPR 
Why Do We Need Bridge 2015?
You may be surprised to learn that Mercer Island ranks 282nd out of 295 Washington school districts in the amount of state and federal funding it receives. Nonetheless, our district continues to be a too performer in Washington State and across the country. You donation to Bridge 2015 enables our school district to rise above the budget shortfalls from the state and federal government and maintain its excellence in educations.
Your gift will ensure that Mercer Island Schools Foundation, in partnership with the PTAs, reaches the Bridge 2015 goal of $1.2 million. The suggested donation is $500/student. Every gift matters and any amount is appreciated. Donations will be accepted at the Bridge 2015 PJs & Pancakes, May 8th 7:30- 9:00 am at Island Park and online @ www.misf.com/donate. To sign up to assist
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PTA SCIENCE FUN NIGHT!
Tuesday, May 5, 6-8pm at Island Park 
Here are a few reminders for those who have signed up to participate:
- Pre-registration is necessary and students will be grouped in teams prior to the event. Due to the nature of the event, we will not be able to accommodate walk-ins the evening of the event.
- This is a drop-off event. Each group of 4 students will be paired with a Parent Facilitator to guide them through the science activities.
- If your child would like to be paired with a classmate or friend in their grade level and you have not already indicated the request on your registration, please send a request via email to mcodyritter@yahoo.com and include your child's name, grade and the names of the other students your child would like to be on a team with. Requests must be received by Thursday, April 30th. Due to the nature of the event we will NOT be able to switch team members at check-in the day of the event. We cannot guarantee all requests, but will do our best.
- No preparation is required for this event. Just plan to arrive ready for some hands-on science fun!
- Thank you to all of the parents who have already volunteered to help at the event! We are looking for a few more volunteers to serve as Parent Facilitators for the student teams. This is a great opportunity to experience the excitement of learning with your child. If you would like to volunteer, please email mcodyritter@yahoo.com
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IMS Island Books Event
The IMS Island Books' event is coming up, Friday, May 15. Shop anytime throughout the day, and when you identify yourself with IMS, we receive 20% of the sales! The proceeds will benefit IMS PTSA programs and services that help enrich our students' middle school experience.
Please join us for coffee and pastries from 9:30am-11:30am, or meet friends for a glass of wine and hors d'oeuvres from 6pm-8pm. Catch up with friends, share book recommendations and leisurely browse the shelves.
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Age 11, Sixth Grade Immunization Requirement
Dear Parents and Guardians of 5th grade students, All students at age 11 are required to obtain one dose of Tdap (Tetanus, Diphtheria and Pertussis i.e. Whooping Cough) Vaccination to attend 6th Grade in the State of WA. This is a booster dose to combat the continued escalated cases of Whooping Cough in Washington State. Please make an appointment now, for your child to obtain the required vaccine at age 11. Report the date your student obtained the Tdap Vaccination to Bonnie Barthelme RN at Islander Middle School anytime between now and September 8, 2015. Bonnie.barthelme@mercerislandschools.or
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Upcoming Events
Science Olympiad
May 5th 6pm-8pm
Pj's & Pancakes
Fri May 8th 7.30am-9am IP MPR
NO SCHOOL
(weather make-up day)
Friday May 22nd
5th Grade Music Performances
Thurs May 28th - Fri May 29th
5th Grade Musical Concert
Thurs June 4th - Fri June 5th
PTA Volunteer Appreciation & Awards
June 10th
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Thank you to the PTA Nominating Committee: Ricca Poll, Sandra Levin, Shelley Whelan, Jola Jensen and Leslie Poole. These lovely ladies assisted in finding excellent candidates to take on open Executive Committee roles for the next school year!
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Volunteers Needed to help with 5th Grade Play
 If you are able to help in any way to make the 5th Grade play one to remember, please sign up to join the fun and make it a success for all.
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Volunteer Appreciation & Awards
SAVE THE DATE
Wednesday June 10th
Please Save the Date for the 2015 Volunteer Appreciation Event to be held on Wednesday, June 10th. More details to follow. If you would like to nominate someone for this year's awards, please contact Jola Jensen jolajensen4@gmail.com or pick up a form on the PTA bulletin board in the main hallway or in the main office.
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Box Top Contest!
The next Box Tops contest has started! Keep clipping and sending them in. The next winning class will get to have breakfast in the classroom - complete with doughnuts and cereal!
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 Yearbook Team needs you! Enjoy Online Scrapbooking? Do you enjoy online scrap-booking? Want to help preserve your kids school year? If you are interested in being part of the yearbook team this year and next year, contact Sandra, sandra@sandralevin.com or Tammy, tyheydon@comcast.net.
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6th Grade IMS School Supplies 
Unlike the elementary schools, Islander Middle School does not offer a school supply package service that provides your student with all of the year's supplies.
However, HelpEduc8, local, charitable business, offers the same service. HelpEduc8 sells pre-made packages of school supplies to families of Mercer Island middle school students. Each package is custom-made in consultation with IMS teachers to contain all the supplies a 6th grader will need at Islander Middle School for the entire year, at a lower price than one would pay buying all supplies separately at local stores. All net profits are donated to Save the Children, a charity dedicated to providing education and hope to millions of children worldwide affected by conflict.
Please contact us at helpeduc8.llc@gmail.com to be added to our email list and notified when packages are available to order for the 2015-2016 school year, or if you have any questions you may have about our services.
Thanks!
Lindsey Reitinger, Evelyn Davis, and Amanda WallHelpEduc8, LLC
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MERCER ISLAND RESOURCES FOR PARENTS AND FAMILIES
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MI Parent Edge - 2014-2015 Calendar of Parent Education Events
Join Parent Edge for a great year of stimulating speakers and events! Please visit www.miparentedge.org to view the entire calendar.
MI Parent Edge is jointly sponsored by the PTA's of Lakeridge, Island Park, West Mercer, Islander Middle, MIHS and St. Monica schools.
Mercer Island Boys & Girls Club Spring Party - Anchors Away
Saturday, May 16, 2015 from 6pm to 10pm
Join us on board the SS PEAK for a fun evening complete with one-of-a kind silent and live auction items! Come in your best cruise ship attire and be ready for one spectacular event. After dinner, you and your friends can dance the night away! Click here for more information.
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MERCER ISLAND ACTIVITIES FOR KIDS AND FAMILIES
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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Mercer Island FC Select Tryouts and Recreational/Micro-soccer Registration
MIFC Select 2015-2016 Tryout Schedules - Check our website (www.mercerislandfc.org) the night before to confirm the tryout schedule and last minute updates.
U10 - Mercer Island South Playfields
Mon (4/27) 6:30 to 8pm
Wed (4/29) 6:30 to 8pm
U11 & U12 - Mercer Island South Playfields
Mon (5/4) 6:30 to 8pm
Wed (5/6) 6:30 to 8pm
U13 & U14 - Mercer Island South Playfields
Mon (5/11) 6:30 to 8pm
Wed (5/13) 6:30 to 8pm
U15 - Mercer Island South Playfields Tues
(5/12) 6:30 to 8pm
Thurs (5/14) 6:30 to 8pm
GU16-GU17 - Mercer Island South Playfields
Mon (5/18) 6:30 to 8pm
Thurs (5/21) 6:30 to 8pm
Click here to register for Select Tryouts. Players need to register for tryouts so we know now many athletes to expect. For more information on tryouts and what to expect, go to our Select Tryout page at www.mercerislandfc.org/tryouts.
Fall Micro-soccer and Recreational soccer registration is now open
While fall may seem a long way off, we are already working on plans for the fall season and building team rosters. To ensure your child's spot on last year's team, register before May 31st at http://www.mercerislandfc.org/registration. Better yet, register now why you are thinking about it and check it off your list. Have questions? Email MIFC at miysc-registrar@live.com
Mercer Island's Girls Lacrosse Summer Camps - June & July Sessions
Mercer Island's 12th Annual Developmental Summer Camps (Grades 2-8), coached by MIHS Varsity Coach Liz Shields, are June 22-26 and July 13 - 17, from 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. and held at Mercer Island High School. Players from all skill levels, schools and clubs are welcome. (Campers will be grouped based on ability.) Visit migirlslacrosse.com for camp details and to register! Contact Liz Shield at shieldslax_9@hotmail.com with questions.
Mercer Island Parks & Recreation
Run Like a Girl !0am Saturday May 16th
Hard. Fast. Strong.
Female 5K fun run
Calling all girls, ladies and women! Dress up for fun, and run or walk through beautiful Luther Burbank Park. Guys come cheer them on!
Register course #15551 at www.myparksandrecreation.com or call 206.275.7609
Registration deadline May 3.
T-shirts for all participants. No bibs or chips.
Download waiver from www.playonmercer.com (special event page) and email to miparks@mercergov.org or drop off at the M.I. Community & Event Center. More details available at www.playonmercerisland.com
Newport Knights Gymnastics Summer Camp!Monday
June 29th-Thursday, July 2nd
Who: Boys/Girls of any skill level entering grades K-6 who want to practice gymnastics! Groups will be divided by age and skill level.
What: Instruction on all four gymnastics events (vault, bars, beam, floor) plus related conditioning and dance.
Where: Newport High School in the Outside GymWhen: Choose from "Session 1" which runs from 9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. or "Session 2" from 1:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m.(Both Sessions will run Monday-Thursday, for a total of 4 days)
Cost: $150, $40 discount for siblings who register at the same time (2 siblings = $260).Staff: Newport Gymnastics Team Girls and Melissa Baker, head coach of the Newport gymnastics team, has coached gymnastics for over 10 years. Questions: Contact Melissa Baker at bakerm@bsd405.org
Click Here for Registration Form
TechSmartKids- Summer Camps
This summer TechSmartKids is offering the following half-day and full day technology camps in Mercer Island and Bellevue for student's ages7-16 years:
Introduction to CodingCamp: Learn computer science concepts and coding techniques as they code interactive programs and games.
Beginner Mobile Game Development Camp: Students learn computer science concepts as they design and code mobile game Apps using Stencyl, a complete game development platform.
Mobile Game Development Camp: Students learn to design and code mobile game Apps using Unity, a professional game development engine and the C# programming language.
Making Camp: Students learn to build circuits and work with computer hardware, write code, CAD design and print with 3D printer.
Learn more about TechSmartKids Summer Camps: http://www.techsmartkids.com/summercamps or call (425) 786-7824
South Bellevue - Mercer Island
Girl Scout Day Camp 2015
Join us as we explore Life's Treasures - Pirate Style!
Our amazing and unique camp is run by teen girls who plan, practice and execute the program. We will discover, sing, cook outdoors, play games, create and have a blast! Our Program Aides and Program Aides in Training thrive as teen leaders, and our girls of all ages have a blast growing in courage, confidence, and character together. Not a Girl Scout, no problem, just pay an additional $15 at registration.
Don't let your daughter miss the best local day camp of the summer!
Boy Scouts Information Meeting South End
Pack 668, which serves the southern half of MI, will be having an information session for prospective scout families on May 11th, at 6:45pm, ahead of its 7pm Pack meeting at Lakeridge Elementary. We want to invite Island Park families who might have an interest in scouting to this meeting, and particularly the info session.
Stay and watch the exciting Raingutter Regatta, where scouts race their homemade boats.
Boy Scouts
Attention all parents of 5th grade boys. Is your son interested in adventure, leadership and serving your community? Has he ever thought about becoming an Eagle Scout? Does he like to have fun? Is he active? Mercer island Boy Scouts Troop 457 has provided these opportunities to boys since it began in 1953. Boy Scouts is open to all boys ages 11 & up with no prior scouting experience required. If you are thinking about joining or want more information, please view our website or contact outreach coordinator, Karen LeMaster at klemaster@comcast.net or Scoutmaster Dan Hansen at Daniel.hanson457@hotmail.com Modern Manners for Children Clise Etiquette offers classes and camps for children. Class May 3rd 10am-1pm Mercer Island Camps July 20th-24th and August 24th-28th Seattle for more information visit www.cliseetiquette.com SJCC Summer Camps
SJCC has been a defining time for thousands of campers over the past five decades. Campers learn songs, play gaga, act onstage, create science experiments, and make lifelong friendships. Whether this will be your first summer or you're a seasoned veteran, we are excited for you to build friendships, create memories, connect with the outdoors, and, most importantly, have fun in the sun! SJCC Summer Camp has weekly options from June 22 through August 28. Camp runs Mondays to Fridays from 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Click here for full details.
Sponge Summer School
Hola! Ni Hao! Konnichiwa! Summer is almost here and we're excited to offer immersion camps in Spanish, Mandarin and Japanese. This year, we'll be exploring exotic destinations, stories, and celebrations from around the world. Our dynamic teachers will lead campers in crafts, games, cooking, science, drama and outdoor play. Camp is a great opportunity to continue language over the summer, or to try something new! Week-long camps are offered at Bellevue Montessori School and at two locations in Seattle from June 22 through July 24. For more information and to register for camp, visit us online at www.spongeschool.com/sign-up/summer-camp/. Contact us by email at info@spongeschool.com or give us a call at (425) 274-5188 with any questions. Register by May 20 to reserve your spot!
Registration for Mercer Island Parks & Recreation Summer Day Camps!
We offer a wide variety of summer camps, including art, cooking, Legos, kayaking, music, sailing, sports, & day camps for ages 3 & up. View the camp brochure online at www.playonmercer.com.
Cheerleading Camps
Come join the Mercer Island Parks & Recreation Department Cheerleading Program!
All skill levels welcome! For more information or Sign up for classes by calling 206-275-7609 or register online at www.MyParksAndRecreation.com. Scholarships available for Mercer Island residents who qualify.
Rain City Water Polo
Does your child love the water and team sports? Then water polo is perfect. We specialize in introducing kids to the sport and have programs to suit all ages. Boys and girls age five and older are welcome to join us. We have programs in north Seattle, west Seattle and on Mercer Island. A Free Trial is always available.
Check out our offerings at www.raincitypolo.com or get in touch by emailing thor@raincitypolo.com or by calling 206-999-5686.
Spanish Immersion Enrichment Program for children age 3-5 years
Enrollment opportunity for the 2015-2016 School Year See it, hear it. Sing it, act it out. Love it for life. Spanish Enrichment at Emmanuel Day School is currently enrolling students ages 3 through 5 years in its Tuesday and Thursday afternoon program. Enroll your child today for Fall 2015! For more information and to enroll, please visit www.emmanueldayschool.org.
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Mercer Island School District
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Island Park PTA
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THANK YOU 2015 -2016 LEARNING SUPPORT AUCTION SPONSORS!
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2015 Sponsors: Special Thanks To:
Video Production: Kendra Hubbell
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