 Dear Issaquah High PTSA members,
Martin Luther King, whose birthday we commemorated earlier this week, embodied civic engagement and the positive change that can result. Two upcoming PTSA-sponsored events provide parents and students the opportunity to engage their elected officials and serve their community. Both events can serve as catalysts for change.
Focus Day will take place on Wednesday, February 3, 2016. On this day, PTSA members from around the state will convene in Olympia and meet with their State legislators to advocate for fully funded basic education in our state. As the largest volunteer organization in the State of Washington, the WSPTA has a powerful voice and Focus Day provides a unique opportunity for members to affirm the importance of funding reform. For additional information, contact Randi Wright, our Advocacy Chair at: randallyn@hotmail.com.
The second annual IHS Volunteer Fair will take place on Wednesday, February 10, 2016, during both lunches in the Commons. Representatives from local volunteer organizations will be on hand to inform students about volunteer opportunities and how they can strengthen community by sharing their time and talent. All logged volunteer hours count toward the PTSA Community Service Honor Cord worn by seniors at graduation. Please encourage your student to attend and to start volunteering today. For more information, contact Emily Palmgren, Chair of the Community Service Program at: issyhighcommunityservice@gmail.com
Earlier this month, all of you received the 2015-2016 PTSA Student Directory and Parent Handbook. We hope that you are able to make good use of this fabulous resource! Good luck to your students with their final exams and, as always, thank you for your ongoing support. We look forward to seeing you at our next General Membership meeting on Friday, February 12, 2016.
Sincerely,
Your IHS PTSA co-Presidents:
Bertina Loeffler Sedlack bertinalsedlack@gmail.com
Becky Gordon becky@gordon-zone.com
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VOLUNTEER FAIR
The IHS Volunteer Fair is Wednesday, February 10th during both lunches in the Commons.
Come visit with local Non Profits such as the YMCA, Issaquah Food Bank, Washington Trail Assoc., Voice Mentor Program, Humane Society, Relay for Life and many more to hear about volunteer opportunities where you can not only make a huge difference but gain valuable connections and experience. There are a lot of cool openings for summer, so stop by and check it out!
For questions please contact: issyhighcommunityservice@gmail.com -- Emily Palmgren
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One more spot available!
WEEKEND ACT PREP CLASSES
First class begins Sun. Jan. 31 2-6pm
Click here for schedule, wait list options, and registration
Taught by expert, Kaplan-certified instructors, this course includes:
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Six 3-hour sessions of classroom instruction (maximum 25 students)
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Homework review
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Timed practice in class
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Two on-site proctored practice tests
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Two online proctored practice tests
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Six additional tests for optional extra practice
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FOCUS DAY
Focus Day will take place on Wednesday, February 3, 2016. On this day, PTSA members from around the state will convene in Olympia to meet with their State Legislators and emphasize the importance of fully funding basic education in our state. As the largest volunteer organization in the State of Washington, the WSPTA has a powerful voice and Focus day provides a unique opportunity to advocate for funding reform. For additional information, contact Randi Wright, Advocacy Chair at: randallyn@hotmail.com.
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MOCK EXAMS
The long-awaited New SAT will debut March 5. Are you a strong reader with strong math skills? Perhaps you're smart, but you don't work as quickly ? (New SAT gives more time per question than ACT). If so, the New SAT may be the right fit for you! SIGN UP HERE for a practice test on January 30 and find out. Compare results to your practice ACT score, then decide. If you haven't yet taken practice ACT exam, March 21 is your last chance at IHS this school year. Practice tests are $25. Please contact IHPTSAMockExams@gmail.com if you have questions.
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Each semester your PTSA assists with the 5k (a requirement for all PE classes and a school-wide activity). This year we'd like to recognize Danielle Gonzales and Victoria Evans for their efforts in preparing the finish line with treats and refreshments!
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The Senior all-night Celebration is a PTSA-sponsored, chaperoned, safe, and alcohol- and drug-free party from 11 pm–5 am for all Issaquah High School Seniors. 
volunteerism. Due February 12th are your nominations for Outstanding Advocate and Golden Acorn. Next, due on April 8th, are your nominations for Outstanding Educator. Please start giving this some thought -- it is a wonderful thing to recognize those who bolster our community and lighten the burdens of others though their good works.
