Spotlight on Success: March 4, 2022
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We are excited to announce that the Issaquah Schools Foundation Nourish Every Mind fundraising event is an online, interactive event celebrated throughout the entire month of May!

Each week in May, Nourish Every Mind will dedicate a special focus on our students’ needs:

Week 1: Academic Support
Week 2: Mental Health & Social Emotional Support
Week 3: Equitable Access to Educational & Community Resources
Week 4: Our Vision Forward — Making a Positive Impact!
Did You Know?
Mental Health & Social Emotional Support Programs Are Available at Your School
The Foundation provides funding support for the Where Everyone Belongs (WEB) program. WEB, is a middle school orientation and transition program that welcomes 6th/7th graders and makes them feel comfortable throughout their middle school experience. WEB leaders were an integral part of the first day of school for students at the Cougar Mountain Middle School when they opened their doors on March 1st. The Foundation continues to support programs like WEB and more to enrich the lives of our students. We were onsite to be part of this momentous and historical day! See more!
Congratulations to Our Teacher Grant Recipients!
"The Foundation supports opportunities for teachers to dream big, and when teachers can dream big, students can achieve."  - Dana Bailey, Assistant Superintendent of Special Services

Thank you, donors for making it possible to fulfill 21 grants to teachers totaling $82,650! Teacher Grants are available to teachers, staff, and administration personnel in the Issaquah School District (Parents, PTSA members etc. are welcome to write a grant on behalf of a teacher/staff member with their approval).

Since 1987, the Foundation has awarded teacher grants that inspire and ignite innovation and fill resourcing gaps to provide the best education possible for students. We also work closely with the district and provide grant opportunities to the Issaquah School District that support students.
Share The Love: Winner Announced!
First, let us start by saying thank you to ALL of our educators for what you do! You are truly LOVED! Also, thank you to all of the families who nominated their educator for Share the Love!

We are pleased to announce that Ms. Lemke at Challenger Elementary School was nominated for being an amazing teacher and an incredible advocate for students!

Our winners of the drawing are Amit & Jessica Nangalia and here's what they had to say!

We would like to nominate Ms. Lemke, Niam's 3rd grade teacher at Challenger Elementary School. 

Thanks to Ms. Lemke's approach to learning, our son has made a 180-degree transformation in his motivation for school (compared to his 2nd grade experience). Ms. Lemke inspires Niam to love learning again! We are so thankful for her teaching, because of the growth we see in Niam. He comes home excited to tell us about his learning. Ms. Lemke's weekly homework packets have helped teach Niam to be more responsible and motivated him to do better in math, social studies, and writing. 

Ms. Lemke is the caring spark that students need. With her positive, handwritten notes on every graded assignment; weekly summaries with inspirational quotes, and an amazing newsletter each week, she helps parents participate jointly in their student's learning at home. Ms. Lemke is an immensely positive influence that will help Niam for his elementary years!

We are grateful to have Ms. Lemke at Challenger and as Niam's teacher.

Best,

Amit & Jessica Nangalia

Our other outstanding nominees were see their nomination emails here!!:
Ms. Elliot (PLMS counselor)
Mr. Miske (PLMS History)
Ms. Risken (PLMS LA/SS 6th grade)
Mr. Bob (Plateau Transportation Facility Route #105)
Mr. Clymer (BLMS)
Mrs. Jamie Burcheci (Sunny Hills)
Dr. Sharma (Skyline High School)
Welcome to the Foundation!
We would like to welcome Sarah Onstott to the Issaquah Schools Foundation as our Marketing & Communications Manager!

Sarah serves as the brand ambassador and primary communications channel for the Foundation. Sarah also appreciates the importance of fostering children as individuals and as members of our community, and believes that it takes a support team beyond parents to provide that for them. She is honored to a part of a foundation that delivers on its mission to drive resources to help students reach the promise of their potential.

Sarah has 20 years of experience as an art director, graphic designer, illustrator, and marketing & communications specialist. She has worked with national retailers including Ben Bridge Jeweler, SanMar, and Made in Washington, as well as local small business owners in Washington, California, and New York to form and perfect their brand.

Along with her role at the Foundation, Sarah is the mother of three boys whose school years range from kindergarten to 6th grade. She and her family love spending time together cooking, snuggling with their four dogs, dancing around the house, and laughing around the table. Welcome aboard Sarah!
Building a Foundation of Support
Do you want to learn more about how the Issaquah Schools Foundation supports your student? Join us for a Meet & Greet to understand our programs and join a community of parents, educators and supporters who value the highest quality education for ALL students in our district. Email your interest to allyson@isfdn.org and indicate if you would like to meet in person or virtually.
Volunteers Needed
Are you interested in volunteering with the Issaquah Schools Foundation? We currently have several opportunities available! We need help with administrative support, special committees and projects, on-line auction and event planning. If you are interested, please contact nikki@isfdn.org.

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