Spotlight on Success: July 1, 2022 |
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Welcome Superintendent Heather Tow-Yick |
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Congratulations and welcome aboard! On behalf of the Issaquah Schools Foundation Board of Trustees and Staff, welcome to the Issaquah School District and our community. We are honored and thrilled to have your leadership and guidance as we forge ahead in continuing to serve the needs of our district students, families, educators, and our greater community.
Before moving to Washington state to work in Mukilteo, Tow-Yick served as chief of staff at Teach for America which is based out of New York; and also as chief of staff at Providence Public Schools in Rhode Island, executive director at Teach for America in Rhode Island. She started her career as a classroom teacher in New York City. She earned a Master of Business Administration from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, a Master of Arts degree from Columbia University Teachers College in New York, and a bachelor's degree from Brown University in Rhode Island.
Thank you for choosing the Issaquah School District and our community as your new home. Our students, families, and the entire Foundation family are fortunate to have your wisdom, experience and leadership. Wishing you all the best in the years to come and we look forward to the road ahead with you at the helm. Welcome and thank you Superintendent Heather Tow-Yick!
To every child's success,
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Cornell Atwater
Executive Director
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The Fourth of July—also known as Independence Day or July 4th—has been a federal holiday in the United States since 1941, but the tradition of Independence Day celebrations goes back to the 18th century and the American Revolution.
On July 2nd, 1776, the Continental Congress voted in favor of independence, and two days later delegates from the 13 colonies adopted the Declaration of Independence, a historic document drafted by Thomas Jefferson.
(History.com editors)
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Sign Up to Walk with Us Today! |
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Calling all kids, pets and families! Join the Issaquah Schools Foundation for the 4th of July Parade! Bring the whole family and enjoy games and entertainment, great local vendors, fabulous food and more! Look for ISF in the parade and make sure to visit us at our booth! Admission is free! Monday, July 4th from 11am – 2pm.
Kids & Pets Parade 11am-12pm.
Participants to meet at beginning of parade route at Rainier and Dogwood by 10:30am.
Veterans’ Memorial Field activities: 12pm-2pm
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Join us for Parkadilly’s 6th year at Lake Sammamish State Park on Sunday, July 17 from 11am-4pm organized by the Friends of Lake Sammamish State Park. Visit the Issaquah Schools Foundation booth for games and special drawings for prizes! Headline entertainers on stage will be Gansango African Dance, Dancing Silhouette, Northwest Tap Connection, and Joyas Mestizas. Also back this year will be a petting zoo with rabbits, goats, llamas. Seattle Fly Dogs will also be at Parkadilly demonstrating exciting tricks and impressive agility.
Outdoor activities will include an arts and crafts tent, an inflatable slide, complimentary face painting, and games galore. More than 45 kid-centric vendors will also be on-site alongside assorted food trucks to cater to all picnickers’ tastebuds.
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Join us for Issaquah’s Annual Chalk Art Festival
on the Community Center Lawn
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In celebration of Issaquah’s 130th birthday, we invite artists to respond to this year’s Chalk Art Festival theme: Happy Birthday, Issaquah: Looking great at 130!
All participating chalk artists will receive free sidewalk chalk and a ticket for ice cream from the Issaquah Ice Cream Trike. Bring a friend and your creativity and come help us celebrate summer and Issaquah’s birthday!
During the Chalk Art Festival, we will also offer an in-person Resource Fair! This is an opportunity for residents to meet our amazing non-profit partners and learn more about their services and about opportunities to volunteer. Resources are geared towards families.
July 26, 2022, 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Issaquah Community Center
301 Rainier Blvd. S.
Issaquah, WA 98027
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Cultural Bridges Summer Program 2022 |
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Mon Aug 8, 2022 – Thu Aug 25, 2022
Volunteers Needed!
Do you have a passion for helping kids? Help us with our Summer Program for kids! This incredibly fun program is offered in 3 locations:
Issaquah Depot Museum
(August 8th-11th)
78 1st Ave NE, Issaquah, WA 98027
Valley Church in Renton
(August 15th to 18th)
16431 Renton Issaquah Rd SE, Renton, WA
Sammamish Beaver Lake Park
(August 22nd to 25th)
2600 244th Ave SE, Sammamish, WA 98075
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With approximately 30 students in each location, volunteers will work with small groups reading, answering questions, and making sure kids have all the materials, books, and snacks. Each weekly session meets 4 days per week and 2 hours per day. Students can earn community service hours! Excellent leadership experience and a fun volunteer opportunity for high school students or adults! Sign up today!
If you have questions, please contact Alicia Spinner at alicia@isfdn.org or call (425)391-8557.
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Help Provide a Child with Tools4School:
Fund a Backpack and School Supplies
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Tools4School provides new backpacks filled with school supplies for Issaquah School District K-12 students who need financial assistance. To better serve our students, we are asking for donations of the packaged supply kits only (no loose school supplies please). Thank you for supporting students in our community!
Does your child need a backpack & school supplies? Register to receive these essential tools needed for school!
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We’ve made it easier to get your Tools4Schools! You can pick up a backpack and supplies directly from the office of the school your student attends starting August 15th. There will be no drive thru distribution this year. Be sure to register at the link above so that enough backpacks and supplies are delivered to your child’s school. If you experience any challenges picking up your backpack at your school, please contact us at info@isfdn.org or call 425-391-8557. |
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Learning Ally Tool Helps
Reluctant Readers Love Books
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“A student who used to be a reluctant reader – who was previously not able to read the books that his peers were reading – is now excitedly reading his way through numerous books thanks to a new tool called Learning Ally. When Instructional Coach Laurie LaVassar was able to offer the student books like “Guts,” by Raina Telgemeier and “The Terrible Two” by Mac Barnett, but in a format that is just right for him to access, it made a world of difference.”
“Learning Ally is an audiobook program that was developed based on brain science and instructional practice research. It’s designed to help students recognize words, build language comprehension and increase literacy skills. Students who struggle with decoding, fluency, reading comprehension, or who are blind or visually impaired or have another disability that prevents them from reading standard print may be eligible to use Learning Ally. An IEP or 504 Plan is not required. If you feel your child may be eligible, contact your child’s classroom teacher or English Language Arts teacher.*”
“The [Issaquah Schools Foundation] granted the district $10,000 for the [Learning Ally] pilot. Principals were asked to apply to be part of the project, and when five schools expressed interest, the district funded the trial for the other two buildings. The pilot at Clark and Cedar Trails elementaries, Maywood and Pine Lake middle schools and Liberty High School showed how useful the tool is, and that students at all schools can benefit from its supports. The district now has a five-year contract with Learning Ally, which is funded in part by ISF.”
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Building a Foundation of Support |
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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 info@isfdn.org and indicate if you would like to meet in person or virtually.
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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 info@isfdn.org.
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