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School Modernization and Construction Bond

Issaquah School District is asking the community to consider a school modernization and construction bond in the November 5, 2024 election. The bond proposal package was developed with the input of more than 60 community members, parents/guardians, staff and students who volunteered on the district's Bond Advisory Committee in the spring.

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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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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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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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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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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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Elementary Summer Camps Spark Creativity and Enhance Learning

Our Science, Technology, Engineering Art and Math (STEAM) summer camp for kindergarten through fifth grade is sparking curiosity and creativity in our youngest learners. Each morning, students gather in the multipurpose room, where they start their day with a snack and catch up with friends. After the lively start in the multipurpose room, teachers lead students to their classrooms to dive deeper into the day's learning adventures. Our camp is designed to provide a rich blend of hands-on experiences across Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics, ensuring that students are actively engaged and inspired to explore new concepts.

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

The agenda and meeting details will be posted at least 24 hours prior to the meeting.

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.

FLASH and HIV/AIDS Curriculum materials will be available to preview in the lobby of the District Administration building during business hours, 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. daily from September 16, 2024-November 1, 2024. 

FLASH and HIV/AIDS Curriculum materials will be available to preview in the lobby of the District Administration building during business hours, 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. daily from September 16, 2024-November 1, 2024. 

FLASH and HIV/AIDS Curriculum materials will be available to preview in the lobby of the District Administration building during business hours, 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. daily from September 16, 2024-November 1, 2024. 

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September 18 Canvas Information night (Zoom) 6:30 to 8:00 pm

Designed to help families learn how to use Canvas, the learning platform used by all ISD grade 6-12 students. Families can access student grades, syllabus, and expectations and communicate with teachers.

Register here.

FLASH and HIV/AIDS Curriculum materials will be available to preview in the lobby of the District Administration building during business hours, 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. daily from September 16, 2024-November 1, 2024. 

FLASH and HIV/AIDS Curriculum materials will be available to preview in the lobby of the District Administration building during business hours, 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. daily from September 16, 2024-November 1, 2024. 

FLASH and HIV/AIDS Curriculum materials will be available to preview in the lobby of the District Administration building during business hours, 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. daily from September 16, 2024-November 1, 2024. 

FLASH and HIV/AIDS Curriculum materials will be available to preview in the lobby of the District Administration building during business hours, 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. daily from September 16, 2024-November 1, 2024. 

FLASH and HIV/AIDS Curriculum materials will be available to preview in the lobby of the District Administration building during business hours, 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. daily from September 16, 2024-November 1, 2024. 

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ISD Administration Building, 5150 220th Ave. SE, Issaquah, WA 98029

September 25 Canvas Workshop (in person) - 6:30 to 8:30 pm Follow up session for one-on-one or small group support to learn about Canvas. Designed to help families with one-on-one support on how to use Canvas. Staff will also briefly provide an overview of Family Access.

Registration will open on Sept 18, 2024.

FLASH and HIV/AIDS Curriculum materials will be available to preview in the lobby of the District Administration building during business hours, 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. daily from September 16, 2024-November 1, 2024. 

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

The agenda and meeting details will be posted at least 24 hours prior to the meeting.

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.

FLASH and HIV/AIDS Curriculum materials will be available to preview in the lobby of the District Administration building during business hours, 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. daily from September 16, 2024-November 1, 2024. 

FLASH and HIV/AIDS Curriculum materials will be available to preview in the lobby of the District Administration building during business hours, 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. daily from September 16, 2024-November 1, 2024.