ICS PTSA NEWSLETTER

April 21, 2024

Senior Scholarships	April 26 (Last Date to Apply)	Application Here
May 1	ICS Board Meeting	7 PM (Microsoft Teams)
May 8	ICS - Parent Meeting (In Person)	7 PM (ICS-In Person)
May 23	Key Club Talent Show	Lyceum
May 24	Half Day

See the ICS Calendar for more upcoming event dates.

FROM THE PTSA

PTSA SENIOR SCHOLARSHIP DEADLINE THIS FRIDAY

The ICS PTSA Senior Scholarship Application deadline is Friday, April 26 end of day, please access the Senior Scholarship Application Here, which lists all the requirements for qualification and the details of application process.

FROM THE NOMINATING COMMITEE

The PTSA Board needs to fill several positions and is actively soliciting candidates for all positions and the deadline for nominations is fast approaching.

The PTSA Board is a great way to be involved with the community and the school. I am sure you would all like for all the PTSA programs to continue to benefit our children each year, and for that we are seeking your support to manage the programs. Please step up today, and please send an email to nominating committee at nominations@icsptsa.org.

FROM THE SCHOOL

TALENT SHOW AUDITIONS

Auditions for the May 23 Talent Show on will be held in Mr. Plank's classroom from April 29 to May 3. Students in grades 6-12 are encouraged to sign up for an audition. We encourage a diversity of acts: yoyo, jump rope, magic tricks, stand-up comic, etc. If you can't make an audition slot, you can send a video link to the email on the Sign-up Genius. Sign up here. For questions, email pplank@lwsd.org.

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BOARD SEEKS NOMINATIONS FOR ICS PTSA AWARDS

The ICS PTSA Board is accepting nominations for the following awards:

OUTSTANDING EDUCATOR: This award is given in recognition of an individual who goes beyond the normal expectations of their job to make the learning environment fun, beneficial, and challenging.

PHOENIX AWARD: This award is given in recognition of an individual who has done an exceptional job on a task or committee.

GOLDEN ACORN: This award is given in recognition of an individual who has given outstanding service to the school community. It is to recognize volunteer service "above and beyond" a particular job description.

The Washington State PTA offers the Outstanding Educator and Golden Acorn Awards. A contribution in the recipients' name is made to the Washington State PTA Scholarship Foundation. The Phoenix award is unique to ICS.

Please nominate as many parents and staff members who you believe deserve recognition for their service. Kindly include some reasons why this person should receive the award. Note that a parent or staff member can only receive a specific award once, so please consult the ICS PTSA website to view prior years’ recipients.

Complete and return this form or simply email the PTSA co-presidents at president@icsptsa.org with your nominating information.

Nominations will close at 9:00 PM on April 30.

IMPORTANT CHANGES TO PARKING AROUND ICS

Important changes to the neighborhood streets around the ICS campus will be implemented by the City of Kirkland. It is important to pay attention to our traffic flow map. Please DO NOT drive directly on 112th Ave NE straight onto the school property in the mornings. Please look at the map below and pay attention to your drop off route. You can also view and download the map here.

HELP OUR ZEN DEN!

Zen Den is creating a safe and cozy space for students to chill out. Working with our counseling team, the students request these 3 items to make the room a perfect place for when they need a mental health break.

1. Bookshelf (2.5''X1'', wood finish preferred)

2. Floor lamp (small footprint, warm light)

3. Storage basket for blankets (medium sized, big enough for 1 regular blanket +2 weighted blankets)

If you happen to have an item like those that you could donate, it would be much appreciated. Please respond to president@icsptsa.org with a photo of the item!

For more of Everything ICS, click here to visit the PTSA website