We envision a community where every child is happy, healthy, and successful.
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Thank you for the hard work you do!
More than 50 individuals from 28 partner organizations gathered for the first All-Partner Meeting of 2018. It was an afternoon of learning and sharing, and looking forward to a new year of working collectively to make systems change.
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A Story of Impact by StriveTogether
When he was 22 years old, Víctor Londoño Quintero moved to America from Colombia looking for a brighter future. Now, three years later, he uses his experiences adapting to changes to support others in his community. Through the Promotores Project in Bellevue, Washington, Londoño Quintero is one of eight bilingual residents selected to serve as liaisons for information, education and outreach between families and organizations, creating opportunities for self-advocacy and stronger communities.
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Spring for Change!
Eastside Pathways will be moving to a new office soon! We are excited about the move and
hope you can help us set up our new home.
We need furniture and some office supplies - here is our wish list. If you have any of the items on our list, or know of others who can help us, please
contact Sarah Krawczak.
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The Calendar on our website is your resource for all Eastside Pathways events and meetings of the collaborative, as well as the meetings and events of our partner organizations.
Click on a date
to find out details of the meeting, the organizer, and a link to the registration page, if any.
Partners, who would like to have their events and meetings featured here, can email [email protected]
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On February 13 -- Vote YES! for the Bellevue School District Levies
These levies will benefit over 20,000 Bellevue students.
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Message from Dr. Duran
, Superintendent, Bellevue School District:
Support, Respect, and Dignity for All Students.
"I ask all of you to take another step forward with me to ensure that our students experience respect, dignity, and safety in their daily lives. Collectively, we must work together to make sure that every one of our students finds success today in the classroom and success tomorrow in the world." Read more
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Washington Youth Program Registry
The Washington Youth Program Registry is a free tool and comprehensive database to support expanded learning opportunities, youth development professionals, and quality information for Washington State. By joining the Registry, you will help to build a complete picture of ELOs in Washington State. Strong data means a brighter future for Washington's youth!
Learn more about the Registry
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Best Start for Kids: RFPs Open for Applications
Child Care Health Consultation Systems Development
Best Starts will partner with one lead organization for systems development work.
Applications are due by March 14, 2018.
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Child Care Health Consultation Service Delivery
Best Starts will support programs based on a public health Child Care Health Consultation model, as well as community-informed pilot programs.
Applications are due by February 28, 2018.
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Camp Kindness Counts
Compassion 4 Creatures! (A mid-winter break camp)
Through art, exploration, and games kids, ages 6 to 10 will learn alongside their guests - The Humane Society, Animal Welfare Club and Puget Sound Bee Association!
Kids will also learn mindful movement exercises and skills to help them build on their compassionate and mindful bodies!
When: February 20-23, 9 - 3 p.m. (extended care until 4 p.m.)
Where: Highland Community Center, 14224 Bel-Red Road, Bellevue
Elders and Kids!
Spend time with our elderly community. Families are welcome to bring a book or simple game to play alongside our senior friends.
When: Sunday, February 18, 3 p.m.
Where: Sunrise of Bellevue, by Crossroads Mall
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LifeWire
LifeWire offers a 20-hour Domestic Violence Advocacy and Volunteer Training twice in a year in the fall and spring.
Spring training dates and topics:
- Monday 3/5 (6-8 p.m.) - DV Education
- Wednesday 3/7 (6-8 p.m.) - History of the Movement
- Monday 3/12 (6-8 p.m.) - DV and Economic Justice
- Wednesday 3/14 (6-8 p.m.) - DV and Homelessness
- Monday 3/19 (6-8 p.m.) - DV and Children/Youth
- Wednesday 3/21 (6-8 p.m.) - DV and the Legal System
- Monday 3/26 (6-8 or 9 p.m.) - DV and Social Change
- Wednesday 3/28 (6-8 p.m.) - DV and Mental Health
- Thursday 3/29 (6-9 p.m.) - DV and Advocacy
Apply to be a volunteer and attend training
For more information or to attend the training for personal or professional development, please contact Natalie Nguyen
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Save The Date! March 29
Race: Moving Past Anger and Into Action!
This summit is sponsored by the Eastside Race and Leadership Coalition and is for service providers, educators, faith leaders, city government staff and elected officials, and other community members, who are engaged in equity efforts.
When:
March 29, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Where: Overlake School, Redmond
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Welcoming Week
The Eastside Refugee and Immigrant Coalition is convening its members and partners to host events for the Eastside's 3rd annual participation in this national celebration of our diverse communities.
When: September 14 - 23, 2018
If you're interested in learning more and possibly hosting or co-sponsoring an event, please join ERIC's email list and you'll be invited to the March Mixer.
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Equity & Inclusion Conference
UW Bothell will be hosting their fourth annual Equity and Inclusion Conference with keynote speakers Ijeoma Oluo and Robin Diangelo.
When:
Friday, February 23
OSPI
Building the Bridge: Inclusion and Kindergarten Transition
Do you want to know more about what you can do to support inclusion and kindergarten transition?
Learn about Bellingham's strategy for kindergarten transition. Amber Havens, OSPI WAKIDS Coordinator, will share what's new in WAKIDS and you'll also get access to useful resources for students with disabilities.
When: February 14, 10 - 11 a.m.
Join the Quarterly Network Meeting for Vroom in King County. At this meeting, they will review results from the most recent Vroom Messenger Survey and discuss what Vroom Activation has been focused on.
When: Friday, February 23, 10:30 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Where:
Renton Library,
100 Mill Avenue South,
Renton, WA 98057
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Holly Truitt, Director of the University of Montana spectrUM Discovery Area in Missoula shares how her understanding of "collective impact" helped change the way they work and its impact.
"Working collectively not only yields more impact and investments but creates joy. In a sector where leaders often feel isolated, surrounding oneself with like-minded partners is a gift."
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Eastside Pathways is a strong community-wide partnership of 68 public, private, and nonprofit organizations on the Eastside that works collectively to attain better outcomes for children, cradle to career (birth to 26 years). We use the collective impact framework to work across sectors, focus on different goal areas to improve educational outcomes for children and make lasting systems change. The partnership is supported by a backbone entity that mobilizes, convenes, and facilitates its work.
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