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February 25, 2025
Vol. 4 Issue 07 |
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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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Join Our Board! Nominations Open |
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Our school thrives because of dedicated people like you! Whether you’re a natural leader or just eager to help, your skills and energy can make a real impact.
We invite you to nominate yourself or someone else to join the 2025 - 2026 ILHS PTSA Executive Board.
No previous experience needed and training is available. We'd love to have you join us! |
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Nominating yourself or someone you think would be a great fit does not commit you or them to volunteering. It simply allows a member of our nominating committee to reach out and provide more information about the roles that may align with your interests. Deadline for recommendations is Friday, March 7, 2025!
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Now Accepting Student Grant Applications |
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Innovation Lab HS PTSA has budgeted funds to provide grants to our students. Grant money is intended to assist students with supplies needed to reach their project goals.
This year we have $1500 allocated to Student Project Grants.
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The following is the Student Grant Application submission deadline for 2024-2025:
ILHS PTSA in past years helped students with their Better World Day Projects by providing funding for various projects such as the Student Lounge and the painting of the stairwell.
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March Staff Appreciation Lunch |
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Celebrating National Pie Day
The PTA will be serving up delicious savory pies, but we need your help to sweeten the day! We’re looking for sweet pie donations from our amazing student guardians - store-bought or homemade, both are welcome!
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Want to contribute? Sign up to bring a pie on Friday, March 14th and help make Pie Day even more special! Thank you for your support!
Thank you for your continued support and for helping us show our appreciation to the staff!
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March PTSA Membership Meeting
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Mark your calendars! Our next PTSA Membership Meeting is happening on March 6, and we’d love to see you there. Everyone is welcome - only members can vote.
Thursday, March 6, 2025 | 6:30 PM
ILHS Commons |
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Membership Update:
If you haven't purchased your membership yet but want to become a member, no worries! You can join throughout the year! Learn more about the value of PTA membership here!
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2025 Senior Party Tickets On Sale!
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2025 Senior Party venue has been secured! Tickets are on sale NOW! There is an early bird discount so plan to get your tickets early! .
Friday, June 6th, 2025 | 7 - 11pm
Location: A Surprise
Cost: $120
Purchase by March 31st for this price!
1. Complete Registration Form
2. Purchase Ticket Online or by Check
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Focus on Advocacy Week, during which PTA members sent daily messages to legislators, was a success! To culminate the week, hundreds of members—families, students, and educators—including members from ILHS, joined WSPTA in Olympia, WA, to rally, march, and meet with legislators in support of closing the funding gaps in education.
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Missed Focus Day but want to participate in advocacy? Subscribe to WSPTA Action Alerts to participate in calls to action to advocate for our schools.
Want to learn more about ILHS PTSA advocacy opportunties?
Please visit our advocacy page or email Holly M., ILHS Advocacy Chair at advocacy@ilhsptsa.org |
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Emergency Preparation (E-Prep)
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Missed the Student Wellness & Safety Task Force Meeting?
Thanks to the Northshore Council PTSA E-Prep Committee, the recording of the Student Wellness & Safety Task Force meeting is now available! If you weren’t able to attend, you can still catch up on important updates and initiatives focused on student wellness and safety in Northshore School District.
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Emergency Supplies Needed:
A big thank you to everyone who has already donated toward our school's emergency preparedness supplies! The list has been updated to reflect items still needed for our inventory. If you’re able to help, please refer to our Amazon Wish List for the remaining items we need. Every contribution, big or small, makes a difference in keeping our school prepared.
If you have any questions, feel free to email eprep@ilhsptsa.org. |
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PTSA Awards - Nominations Now Open |
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Do you know a teacher, staff member, or volunteer who goes above and beyond for our school community?
Now is your chance to recognize their dedication! The PTA is accepting nominations for this year’s awards, and we need your help to celebrate those who make a difference.
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Let’s honor those who make our school a better place! |
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ILHS PTSA appreciates ILHS students. As a token of our appreciation, every student received a cupcake the Friday before mid-winter break! |
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Northshore School District
2025 Career & Technical Education Open House (Rescheduled)
Thursday, February 27, 2025 | 6:30 - 8:00 PM
Bothell High School Commons
Join us for an evening of program exploration, course planning, and career inspiration. Learn about courses and student leadership opportunities. Learn more on the Career and College Readiness website.
Northshore Council PTSA is a proud sponsor of this event.
Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction (OSPI)
Family/Caregiver Survey on Statewide SEL Implementation
The OSPI Social Emotional Learning Advisory Committee seeks feedback about your SEL experiences to improve implementation support as well as the student learning experience. Your participation will inform the committee on families' perceptions of SEL implementation and ways to enhance best practices in the school and classroom. To share your feedback, please complete their survey.
WSPTA
Membership Discounts
Washington State PTA members can save money through member discount providers. Member discounts are offered to all WSPTA members. To take advantage of these discounts, go to the member discount codes page. Log in using the username and password provided to you when you joined ILHS PTSA. Need the login? Email membership@ilhsptsa.org.
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Shout Out to Holly M. & PTA Advocates
A huge thank you to our Advocacy Chair, Holly M., for organizing our school’s participation in Focus Day and co-organizing efforts to bring families from across our district to Olympia! Her dedication ensured our voices were heard for fully funding education.
👏 And a big THANK YOU to all the PTA members from our school, district, and across Washington who showed up, spoke up, and met with legislators. Your passion and persistence are making a real impact!
Shoutout to Anna J!
Big thanks to Anna J. for organizing Coffee and Donuts for ILHS parents and guardians to kick off the second semester! It was a great way for our school community to connect and start the semester on a great note. And thanks to everyone who showed up to share coffee, conversation, and community.
Shout Out to Maggie R. & Sam H. and our February Staff Appreciation Donors!
Thank you to Maggie and Sam for organizing the February Staff and Student Appreciation events, and a sincere thanks to everyone who donated yummy breakfast treats. Your generosity is truly appreciated! Staff loved it!
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We’re excited to share this upcoming event to support ILHS students and programs!
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ILHS PTSA is actively seeking volunteers for the positions below for this school year, but there are many other opportunities available too!
- Co-President (This position would co-chair with Cassie Curry)
- Inclusion Chair
Please complete the Volunteer Interest Form, and someone will reach out to you with more details. Visit our website for details. |
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Questions about Newsletter? Contact Editor - Jenn Snyder |
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Bookmark ILHSPTSA.org |
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Innovation Lab High School
Northshore Council
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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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