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October 2024
Vol. 4 Issue 03 |
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You belong in the PTSA! Join or Renew today! |
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There are no meeting attendance or volunteer requirements to be a member, but we would love to have you join and participate whenever you can! |
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Schoology Navigation Presentation
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Parents & Guardians are invited to learn how to help support their Raven in using Schoology to stay on top of work, etc.
Thursday, November 7, 2024
6:15PM - 7:30PM
ILHS - Room 207
RSVPs are appreciated.
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Membership Contest Winner Announced
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Jennifer S. was our membership drawing winner! Jennifer won a $50 Dough Zone gift card and a digital code for 2 AMC movie tickets and a $20 AMC gift card to use for concessions.
If you haven't purchased your membership yet, no worries! You can join throughout the year!
Learn more about the value of PTA membership here! |
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As of October 22nd, we have 150 total members! We are 50 members away from our membership goal of 200 members.
Included in our 150 members are:
- 16 total staff memberships
- 33 total student memberships
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Submit Your Art for Reflections |
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Call for Entries! Students through grade 12 are invited to showcase their creativity by submitting original works of art for this year's PTSA Reflections program! The theme for 2024 is "Accepting Imperfections".
How to Participate:
We can't wait to see the incredible artwork our ILHS students create!
Questions? Email ILHS PTSA Reflections chair at reflections@ilhsptsa.org.
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2025 Senior Events Update!
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The POGS (Parents of Graduating Seniors) held their first meeting on
October 1st.
Be sure to bookmark the Senior Events Page and subscribe to the 2025 POGS calendar to stay up to date on senior events. A senior timeline and FAQ coming soon.
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Your Donations Making a Difference: Staff Grants |
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PTSA Grant Committee awarded Dr. Hutchison $230 for two carpets that provide a fun classroom atmosphere and help her ASL students with guided conversation practice and in-depth discussion for students at all levels. |
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I would like to thank you for my carpets in the class. Students love sitting in them and have already started making up games. The pop of color is also nice to have on our cloudy days.
Dr. Stacey Hutchison
CTE - American sign language
Innovation Lab High School |
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Help us reach our fundraising goal of $6,000! |
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Please consider donating to our "Raising for Ravens" fundraiser to help us continue supporting our amazing classroom teachers with staff grants. This easy, direct-donation fundraiser also supports our programs, events, and grants for students and staff—plus so much more!
We suggest a donation of $40 per family, but any amount is greatly appreciated!
As of October 21st, we’ve raised $2008, but we need your help to reach our goal of $6000 and continue supporting our Ravens at ILHS.
Thank you for your generosity and for helping us make a difference!
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We are actively seeking volunteers for the positions below, but there are many other opportunities available too!
- Co-President
- Inclusion Chair
Please complete the Volunteer Interest Form, and someone will reach out to you with more details.
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Staff Appreciation Sign Ups |
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November Staff Appreciation Lunch - Diwali Celebration!
We're excited to celebrate Diwali at our next Staff Appreciation Lunch on Friday, November 8th!
We'd love your help in making this event special by contributing a dish or two.
Diwali is a time of light, joy, and delicious food. You can help us create a memorable experience for the staff by donating a dish inspired by Diwali.
Sign up to contribute!
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Thank you for your support and for helping us show our appreciation to the staff! |
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WSPTA
Scholarship Opportunity
Washington State PTA (WSPTA) offers four $2,500 scholarships to graduating seniors from Washington state public high schools with an active PTA, who will be starting college (either two-year or four-year) in the fall.
The application deadline is February 13, 2025.
Learn more and complete submission form.
National PTA
Oct. 20-26 is Safe Schools Week. Every child deserves to feel safe at school. National PTA and Everytown for Gun Safety Support Fund recently launched a blueprint that outlines concrete steps on how to discuss school safety so we can work together to protect our children and create safer communities. Discover how this comprehensive tool guides parents through critical conversations with decision makers at PTA.org/SchoolSafety. |
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Election Day is Tuesday, November 5, 2024.
Mail or return ballots to Ballot Drop Box by 8pm on 11/05/24.
Visit VoteWA.gov for voter and election information. |
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Shout Out to Rachel and Liz!
A big thank you to Rachel and Liz for hosting an engaging Listening Session! We also want to extend our gratitude to everyone who provided thoughtful feedback, whether by answering the survey or attending the session. Your input is invaluable and helps shape our future efforts. Thank you for being part of the conversation!
Shout Out to Aimee!
A huge thank you to Aimee for hosting our very first POGS meeting to plan the 2025 senior events! Your leadership and enthusiasm have set us on the right track to make these celebrations unforgettable. We appreciate all you’re doing to make the senior year special!
Shout Out to Our October Staff Appreciation Donors!
Thank you to everyone who generously donated for our October Staff Appreciation! Your contributions helped to provide staff with a delicious lunch. We appreciate your support!
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Parent Volunteers Needed for Two Upcoming ASB Events!
ASB (Associated Student Body) has two events coming up, and are in need of parent volunteers and support.
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Costume Carnival
- ASB is in need of volunteers to make this event a success. If you're able to help, please sign up using the link below!
- Volunteer Sign-Up
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Veteran's Day Assembly
- Veterans are invited to join ILHS for this special assembly to share their experiences and be celebrated by our community. Please have your Veteran complete RSVP link below.
- RSVP form.
Thank you so much for your collaboration and support!
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October
- Sat 10/26 & Sun 10/27 - WSPTA Legislative Assembly - Seattle Pacific University
- Wed 10/30 - ASB Costume Carnival | 5:00pm - 8:30 pm | ILHS (Volunteers Needed)
November
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Questions about Newsletter? Contact Editor - Jenn Snyder |
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A publication of Innovation Lab High School PTSA
The purpose of ILHS PTSA is to support Innovation Lab High School and its unique vision of expeditionary learning. We serve the needs and aspirations of our members while promoting the health, welfare, safety and education of youth in the home, school and community. Through positive engagement and advocacy, we work to build and maintain a community of students, families & staff. |
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These activities are not sponsored nor endorsed by the Northshore School District or any of its schools. The district assumes no responsibility for the conduct during or the safety of the activities. Northshore School District shall be held harmless from any cause of action, claim, or petition filed in any court or administrative tribunal arising out of the distribution of these materials including attorney's fees and judgment or awards.
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