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Bond 2025

In response to the November 2024 election results and after listening to community feedback, Issaquah School District is asking the community to consider an updated, reduced bond package that prioritizes the district's most immediate needs including safety, security and high school capacity. The measure will appear on the February 11, 2025 ballot.

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Educating the Whole Child

From the very first day students step into our schools their education and social-emotional wellbeing are prioritized. Through various educational programs, staff support, and more, students excel in learning how to be the best individual they can be.

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A Vision for ISD

Our Strategic Plan was developed with a strong emphasis on staff, family and student voice to ensure that everyone in our community is represented. Our vision statement, along with our mission statement and priority focus areas will guide our work over the next three years. 

Vision: All students thrive as they engage in meaningful learning that unlocks their passion and potential to positively impact the world. 

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Preparing Tomorrow's Leaders

Whether student interests lie with STEM curriculum, the arts or somewhere in between, there is something for everyone in the Issaquah School District. Students can explore their passions through advanced courses or take an entirely unique, project-based approach as they transform from today's pupils into tomorrow's leaders.

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Learning Locally, Excelling Globally

We believe that every stage of a student's educational and emotional growth, be it elementary, middle or high school, is important. Our schools offer well-rounded curriculum with an abundance of extracurricular activities to build students ready to take on the world. 

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Every Student. Every Day.

Our students will be prepared for and eager to accept the academic, occupational, personal and practical challenges of life in a dynamic global environment.

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Academic Excellence

Issaquah School District students will be prepared and confident in their ability to pursue post-high school education or training. Our alumnae are problem solvers, critical thinkers, and creative in all aspects of their lives.

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Civic Engagement 

Students will understand and respect their freedoms and responsibilities as members of the ISD community and global world at large. They will move forward in all aspects of their lives by applying the ethical and equitable values fostered in their education.

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Developing Resilience

Students will receive extensive social-emotional support each year of their educational career. In addition, they will learn life skills to support all aspects of their growth, including collaboration, goal setting, physical health, creativity, and resilience.

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School Board Chats Episode 1: Positive Student Outcomes Through Governance, Funding

Join School Board President Marnie Maraldo and Board Director Sydne Mullings for the first episode of "School Board Chats," a new publication that will be distributed via video, website, social media and also by podcast. The directors share about the role of School Board directors and funding, including how bonds and levies fit into the larger picture of district finances.

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Explore the Issaquah School District

Whatever your background, wherever you’re from, we are excited you’re here! Our diversity is a big part of what makes our schools great. No one racial group makes up a majority of our student body, and a significant portion are new to the United States — our families speak 95 different languages at home. Learning in an environment rich with different cultures and perspectives benefits all students and better prepares them for life in a global community.

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A Beautiful Place To Live

The Issaquah School District is located just 17 miles from the heart of downtown Seattle and close to offices of major employers, including Amazon, Starbucks, Microsoft, Costco, Facebook, and Google. Our beautiful location in East King County is removed from the hustle and bustle of the city, but close enough to visit regularly. It also provides easy access to SeaTac airport, local sports venues, as well as skiing, hiking, and other outdoor activities in the Cascade Mountains.

For an official boundary map visit our Find Your School page.

A Beautiful Place To Learn

The ISD’s 27 schools are located across 110 square miles and within seven cities. Our schools educate nearly 18,500 students, with an increasingly diverse population as our region continues to grow and flourish.Our schools have high levels of parental involvement, with most of our Parent-Teacher-Student Associations having close to 100 percent membership. While our schools are always academically celebrated, their true character shines through the passion, compassion, creativity, and diverse interests of students and staff.

For an official boundary map visit our Find Your School page.

Key Cities

Bellevue
Issaquah
Redmond
Renton
Sammamish
Seattle

Major Employers

Amazon
Boeing
Costco
Facebook
Google
Microsoft
Starbucks
T-Mobile

Elementary

Apollo Elementary
Briarwood Elementary
Cascade Rige Elementary
Cedar Trails Elementary
Challenger Elementary
Clark Elementary
Cougar Ridge Elementary
Creekside Elementary
Discovery Elementary
Endeavour Elementary
Grand Ridge Elementary
Issaquah Valley Elementary
Maple Hills Elementary
Newcastle Elementary
Sunny Hills Elementary
Sunset Elementary

Middle School

Beaver Lake Middle School
Cougar Mountain Middle School
Issaquah Middle School
Maywood Middle School
Pacific Cascade Middle School
Pine Lake Middle School

High School

Echo Glen
Gibson Ek High School
Issaquah High School
Liberty High School
Skyline High School
Bellevue
Issaquah City
Issaquah City
Redmond
Renton
Sammamish
Seattle
Seattle
Amazon
Boeing
Costco
Facebook
Google
Microsoft
Starbucks
T-Mobile

By the Numbers

173

National Board Certified Teachers

Our teachers are passionately committed to their craft. A high number have earned National Board Certification, the most respected professional certification available in K-12 education.

97%

4-year Graduation Rate

High School students learn the skills needed to excel in managing their time and many responsibilities, leading to a high graduation rate as they head into the next phase of life.

84%

Post-Secondary Education Enrollment

ISD high school graduates are prepared and eager to enter the post-secondary educational world at colleges, universities and vocational schools across the globe.

99

STEM and CTE Courses

Science, Technology, Engineering, Math (STEM), and Career and Technical Education (CTE) are key focuses for our middle and high school students, both in the classroom and extracurricular activities.

9,916

Volunteers

More than 9,916 parents and community members worked hand in hand with our staff members as volunteers during the 2022-23 school year.

280

Equity Professional Development Opportunities

Since 2016, we have offered staff 280 professional development opportunities to support the important work of identifying and eliminating biases and inequities that are based on race, gender, status, sexual orientation and other factors.

14

Specialized Pre-K and Elementary School Programs

A range of specialized programs give our youngest learners a strong start. These include Dual Language, Highly Capable (Gifted), Social Emotional support, Transition to Kindergarten, special education preschool and many others.

13,700

Middle and High School Sports and Clubs Participants

Students are highly active within their school communities, with thousands choosing to participate in extracurricular and athletics offerings each year.

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Upcoming Events

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Information on High School Graduation

For Families New to the US High School System

This event is to help families better understand high school graduation requirements and planning.

​January 15, 2025, from 6:30 to 8:00 pm via Zoom. Register here.

In the US, students are the ones deciding what courses and pathways to take to graduate. There are many options to explore their interests as they plan for their post-high school journey. At school, students are provided with guidance in making those decisions.

Here is the Agenda of the event:

·           US High School Philosophy​

·           Post-High School Planning for students in school​

·           High School and Beyond Plan in the ISD​

·           What guidance is provided in school for post-high school planning in the secondary schools.

·           Graduation Pathways for High School students in Washington State

ISD Staff will be available to answer questions at the end of the session.

Sessions will be in English, Spanish, and Chinese.  Sessions in other languages will be scheduled at a later date. 

Please register for the Zoom link. https://forms.office.com/r/rYFiNYArPb

 

 

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ISD Administration Building, 5150 220th Ave SE, Issaquah

*The January 16 meeting is canceled.*

4-6 p.m.

In person meeting

Tiger Mountain Conference Room at the ISD Administration Building, 5150 220th Ave SE, Issaquah

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ZOOM

1. Special Services Literacy Continuum Committee 3-part Series Meetings

Special Services Literacy Continuum Committee will host a 3-part series meetings to inform and raise awareness about the need for improved literacy programs.

                                 I.            Part 1 Intro, history and purpose. January 16th, 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM, Zoom

                               II.            Part 2 In-person screening of Right to Read Documentary.  January 30th, 5:30 PM -  7:00 PM, Mt. Rainier Room

                             III.            Part 3: Reflection and connection to our work in ISD. February 6th, 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM, Zoom

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Administration Building, 5150 220th Ave SE, Issaquah, WA

Please note the agenda and materials may be modified up to 24 hours prior to the meeting; after that time, any agenda modifications will be addressed at the meeting.

All eighth-graders and their families are invited to learn more about Gibson Ek and apply online to join the Class of 2029 cohort. Applications are open through March 14, and the admission lottery will take place on March 17.  

Learn more on our Enrollment page. And, join us for our virtual information sessions and our in-person open house to help decide if Gibson Ek High School is for you.  

  • Virtual Information Sessions
    • Tuesday, Jan. 21: Gibson Ek Overview
    • Wednesday, Jan. 22: Student Panel Q&A
    • Thursday, Jan. 23: Parent Panel Q&A
  • Feb. 5, 6-7:30 p.m.: In-Person Open House: Tour the school, view sample projects, meet Gibson Ek staff and students.
  • Mar. 14: Applications close at midnight

 

All eighth-graders and their families are invited to learn more about Gibson Ek and apply online to join the Class of 2029 cohort. Applications are open through March 14, and the admission lottery will take place on March 17.  

Learn more on our Enrollment page. And, join us for our virtual information sessions and our in-person open house to help decide if Gibson Ek High School is for you.  

  • Virtual Information Sessions
    • Tuesday, Jan. 21: Gibson Ek Overview
    • Wednesday, Jan. 22: Student Panel Q&A
    • Thursday, Jan. 23: Parent Panel Q&A
  • Feb. 5, 6-7:30 p.m.: In-Person Open House: Tour the school, view sample projects, meet Gibson Ek staff and students.
  • Mar. 14: Applications close at midnight

 

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Online - Zoom

Report cards will be available for parents in Family Access on January 31, 2025, at 4:00pm. The Elementary Report Card has been revised for the 2024-25 school year. These revisions were made to...

· Better reflect the most important learning in our curriculum.

· Better provide communication between teachers and caregivers about their students' academic progress.

· Supplement other forms of communication between teachers and parent/guardian/caretakers.

· Work in conjunction with district assessment reports emailed to parent/guardian/caretakers in the fall, winter and end-of-year. Please use the district webpage to learn more about the report card and areas in which we grade elementary students.

 

Teaching & Learning will hold a Q&A regarding report card changes on January 23, 2025 via Zoom; see times below. Please join us if you would like to learn more about elementary report card revisions for the 2024-2025 school year.

 

Parent Elementary Report Card Q&A Session – Morning Session

  • January 23, 2025 at 10:00 a.m. o Join Zoom Meeting: https://issaquah-wednet-edu.zoom.us/j/87637626389

 

Parent Elementary Report Card Q&A Session – Evening Session

  • January 23, 2025 at 6:30 p.m. o Join Zoom Meeting: https://issaquah-wednet-edu.zoom.us/j/83514874227

The session will be accessible using AI translation devices for families who would prefer to hear the presentation in other languages. During the Zoom session, please have a mobile device ready to scan the QR code and access the information in your preferred language. If you would prefer to learn more about Elementary Report Cards with the support of an interpreter, please email norrisl@issaquah.wednet.edu to arrange a presentation.

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ISD Administration Building, 5150 220th Ave SE, Issaquah

The Special Services department is seeking ISD parent and family members of current ISD students that receive Special Education Services to join our Special Services Parent/Family Advisory Group and help us improve Special Education programming in Issaquah School District.

We are excited to work in partnership with families to form a parent/family-driven advisory group which will be co-designed to create a collaborative forum for families to provide input on current special education topics.

Interested family members are asked to fill out the Advisory Group Interest Form to attend. Agenda topics to be discussed will be shared to interested members prior to the meeting date. Meetings will be held monthly with the schedule to be shared when completing the interest form.

All eighth-graders and their families are invited to learn more about Gibson Ek and apply online to join the Class of 2029 cohort. Applications are open through March 14, and the admission lottery will take place on March 17.  

Learn more on our Enrollment page. And, join us for our virtual information sessions and our in-person open house to help decide if Gibson Ek High School is for you.  

  • Virtual Information Sessions
    • Tuesday, Jan. 21: Gibson Ek Overview
    • Wednesday, Jan. 22: Student Panel Q&A
    • Thursday, Jan. 23: Parent Panel Q&A
  • Feb. 5, 6-7:30 p.m.: In-Person Open House: Tour the school, view sample projects, meet Gibson Ek staff and students.
  • Mar. 14: Applications close at midnight

 

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Online - Zoom

Report cards will be available for parents in Family Access on January 31, 2025, at 4:00pm. The Elementary Report Card has been revised for the 2024-25 school year. These revisions were made to...

· Better reflect the most important learning in our curriculum.

· Better provide communication between teachers and caregivers about their students' academic progress.

· Supplement other forms of communication between teachers and parent/guardian/caretakers.

· Work in conjunction with district assessment reports emailed to parent/guardian/caretakers in the fall, winter and end-of-year. Please use the district webpage to learn more about the report card and areas in which we grade elementary students.

 

Teaching & Learning will hold a Q&A regarding report card changes on January 23, 2025 via Zoom; see times below. Please join us if you would like to learn more about elementary report card revisions for the 2024-2025 school year.

 

Parent Elementary Report Card Q&A Session – Morning Session

  • January 23, 2025 at 10:00 a.m. o Join Zoom Meeting: https://issaquah-wednet-edu.zoom.us/j/87637626389

 

Parent Elementary Report Card Q&A Session – Evening Session

  • January 23, 2025 at 6:30 p.m. o Join Zoom Meeting: https://issaquah-wednet-edu.zoom.us/j/83514874227

The session will be accessible using AI translation devices for families who would prefer to hear the presentation in other languages. During the Zoom session, please have a mobile device ready to scan the QR code and access the information in your preferred language. If you would prefer to learn more about Elementary Report Cards with the support of an interpreter, please email norrisl@issaquah.wednet.edu to arrange a presentation.

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Hybrid - Board Room and Zoom

This is a hybrid town hall meeting, offering in-person or virtual options.

  • In person at the Issaquah School District Administration Center: 5150 220th Ave. SE, Issaquah, WA 98029