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ISLAND PARK EAGLE NEWS
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Island Park Elementary PTA
January 24, 2016
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A Friendly Reminder From the Health Room
All medications at school require a signed Medication Authorization Form (MAR) from the Doctor.
This includes antibiotics, inhalers, over-the-counter, or prescription medications.
Students should not be self-carrying or self-administering any medications without signed Doctor's orders on file with the school nurse.
Please call or email Nurse Gretchen with any questions. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation!
Nurse Gretchen
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Vote "Yes!" Twice
For Capital Projects and Technology, Transportation Levy Renewals
Two levy renewals are being proposed in February 2016 that provide funding for critical capital improvements to protect our community's investments in our schools, new technology and transportation for students. These are renewals of current levies - there is no change to the current levy assessment rate. The last levy renewals were overwhelming approved by Mercer Island voters.
For more information, go to YesMIschools.org and/or attend the public information meeting located at the Mercer Island Public Library (4400 88th Ave SE, Mercer Island) on Wed Jan 20th at 6.30pm.
Sign waiving and school activity flyer handout volunteers needed. Please sign up here.
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Scholastic Book Fair
Feb 1st-5th. Family shopping night Thu 4th, 5-7pm
Do you love tie-dye, bell bottoms and books? If you answered yes, we need you! Our "Groovy" Scholastic Book Fair will be February 1st-5th.
We need volunteers to help with our scholastic book fair - help with set-up, cashiering, kid wish lists and family night.
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District Calendar
The Mercer Island Education Association (MIEA) and the District reached an agreement on the 2016-17 through 2018-19 calendars (three school calendars).
The School Board ratified the calendars at their January 14th meeting, following the MIEA's ratification.
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Upcoming Events
Elementary Visitation Day at Island Park
Jan 28th 9.30am-11.30am
Scholastic Book Fair
1st - 5th Feb
Talent Show
Wed 10th Feb
Valentine's Day Parties
Fri 12th Feb
Mid Winter Break
15th - 19th Feb
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Island Park Talent Show
Wed 10th Feb 6.30-8.30pm
Join us for a fun filled night to remember at Island Park's first ever talent show. What a great opportunity to celebrate the talented students we have in the school.
See you there.
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Join Us at Giving from the Heart Breakfast
A benefit for MI Youth & Family Services
7:30 - 8:30 AM
At MI Community & Event Center
I hope you will join us at our Island Park table ~ Jen Sadlier and Abigail Little
Together we Eagles can make a difference in keeping Mercer Island strong by providing hope and empowering lives.
The Breakfast supports a great, local cause and we know you will find it inspirational, informative and engaging!
No fee to attend. There will be a $250 suggested donation to MIYFS.
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Are you looking for an easy way to help for the Island Park Elementary Spring Party & Auction?
We are looking for bottles of wine to be donated. There will be two dozen bottles auctioned plus we will have a game running though the night. Pay $20, pull a cork from a bowl, and match the number on the cork to a bottle of wine. All bottles are valued at $20+ but one lucky winner will receive a bottle valued at $100.
If you can donate one or more bottles of wine valued at $20, please email [email protected].
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BINGO Night
A special thanks to the fabulous Bingo co-chairs Rachel Drake and Shelley Whelan for putting on a fantastic event.
Thank you to all our volunteers - we couldn't have done it without you: Billy Poll, Ricca Poll, Beth Goodman, Dina Dietz, Lauren Gray, Lesley Poole, Beth Garr, Erin Underwood, Frances Ames, Lisa Patacsil, Keelin Weekly, Deborah Lurie, Abigail Little & Melissa Prock.
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MERCER ISLAND RESOURCES FOR PARENTS AND FAMILIES
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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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SJCC Summer Camps
Whether you're a seasoned camp vet or this is your first time at the J, the 2016 campers are in for an amazing summer. The first step is finding the right camp for your kids. Camps are suitable for kids entering pre-K to 10th grade. Early registration discount (10%) applies to those registering by April 8.
St Thomas School, Parent Map Camp Fair 2016
Featuring camps for tots through teens.
Sat Feb 6th 10am-2pm
St Thomas School. 8300 NE 12th St, Medina.
RSVP: parentmap.com/campfair
Family Dessert Theater: "Mercer Girls"
The 5th Ave. Adventure Musical Theatre for Kids presents an original show about the first eleven "Mercer Girls," recruited by the University of Washington's President in 1864 to work as teachers in the Washington Territory. This original musical tells the story of the women who became the teachers, wives, mothers and grandmothers of the founding families of the Puget Sound region. Desserts included!
At the SJCC 3801 East Mercer Way
Saturday February 27th at 6:30pm
$10 adults/$5 members, seniors, students, youth
Mercer Island Boys Lacrosse Club
Kindergarten 3/13/2016 - 5/15/2016
1st/2nd Grade Thursday 3/10/2016 - 5/15/2016
3rd/4th Grade Tuesday 3/8/2016 - 5/14/2016
5th-8th Grade (Excluding Silver/Black Teams) 2/22/2016 - 5/14/2016
More details about practices, games and equipment for each year level here.
TechSmartKids After School Coding Courses
TechSmartKids after school computer coding classes on Mercer Island this winter begins Monday, January 11th.
Many different classes and levels available as part of their multi-year Computer Science curriculum.
New class added for Wednesday early release:
C101- Intro to Coding I
Wed 3-4:30pm (MICC)
MISD bus transportation is available from West Mercer.
Chess Club
The Chess4Life After School Chess Club is designed for students of any ability. Our Chess Clubs are taught by certified coaches who tailor the curriculum to meet the needs of the students of all ages. Learning and playing chess at school provides a host of benefits including improved memory, problem-solving skills, an enhanced ability to think ahead, and potential performance improvement in math and science. We strive to ensure that all of our students learn life, improve at chess, and have fun. Our programs promote fun, positive learning, valuable life skills that support academic learning and much more!
Call today for a FREE chess assessment (a $45 value) for our Premium Center Classes located in Bellevue, Redmond, Bothell, Renton and Issaquah.
Questions? Like to register?
Mercer Island Girl Scouts
Girl Scouts on Mercer Island is big! Our service unit is made up of over 30 troops of girls from Kindergarten to 12th grade. Learn more here: www.joinmigirlscouts.weebly.com.
Mercer Island 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: www.Troop457.com or contact outreach coordinator, Karen LeMaster at [email protected] or scoutmaster, Dan Hanson at [email protected]
Troop 457 Special Event
Come and be welcome at the 10th annual Troop 457 Pancake Breakfast!
Sunday, February 7, 2016
8:30 am-Noon
Emmanuel Episcopal Church Fellowship Hall
4400 86th AVE SE, Mercer Island, WA 98040
You can't beat all you can eat for $5 for a single, $15 for a family, and $3 for a senior.
All cooking, cleaning, and serving will be done by the scouts in Troop 457, so come out and support the boys in this annual fundraiser for the troop.
Mercer Island Parks & Recreation Classes
All programs at Mercer Island Community & Event Center. Register online or by calling 275-7609.
Super Sitters Babysitting Training
This program is designed to train young people in basic babysitting and home-alone skills. Students completing this course will be better prepared to provide a safer and more positive infant/child care experience. Taught by a hospital-qualified instructor, this class includes parent expectations, basic first aid, home and fire safety, Heimlich maneuver, telephone tips, toys and activities and infant care. Participants receive a Babysitting 101 handbook and a certification card upon completion of the class. Bring a morning snack, sack lunch, and a drink.
Course: 15789 :: Date: February 13, 9am-2pm :: Day: Sat :: Fee: $49 :: Age: 11-15
Cook, Learn, Grow
If your child LOVES to cook, then our after-school cooking program is just for them! This four-week food literacy program teaches age appropriate cooking techniques, food origins, seasonal recipes and kitchen safety while having yummy hands-on fun! Students gain self-confidence while reinforcing math, reading, science and social skills. When sports and other hobbies end, cooking skills will serve best. For more information, visit www.cooklearngrown.com.
Course: 15941 :: Date: February 22-March 14, 4-5pm :: Day: Mon :: Fee: $179 :: Age: 5-11
Nancy Stewart's Sing with Our Kids Babysitting Class
Learn how to engage babies and young children with simple singing activities, and how these benefit their development. You'll build a kit of activities and resources to keep kids happy, busy, and growing under your care! Certificate of completion included.
Date: February 27, 10am-11:30am :: Age: 11-15 :: Fee: FREE Registration required, call 275-7609
Kids Co. - Before and After School Care
Kids Co.'s before and after-school programming is designed to meet the particular needs kids have during the non-school hours. Please feel free to contact Amanda Sherry, Program Manager at 206-437-8396 or visit http://www.kidscompany.org/locations/mercer-island.
Sponge Language Classes
Happy Holidays from Sponge! Fall activities are wrapping up, and it's time to start thinking about winter enrichment. Join Spanish or French at Island Park. Early language learning is such a wonderful gift, and with our immersion-based, spiral curriculum, students can successfully join at any time. Plus, we prorate for winter starts!
French is held before school from 8:00-9:00am on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Spanish has been very popular this year, and there's a few spaces left in our after school class on Mondays. All classes are held at Island Park.
Seattle Children's Theatre
2015-2016 Season and Drama School
With an emphasis on imagination, humor, creativity and empathy, Seattle Children's Theatre (SCT) once again demonstrates its commitment to excellence in theatre for young audiences with the announcement of its 41st season. Subscriptions now on sale for the 2015-2016 Season.
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