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ISD Family Partnership Events 2023-2024

Family Connections Question and Answer Session

No formal presentation provided.  Space for parents to ask questions about the school – who to contact, policies, procedures, how to navigate, etc.

• Please use this link to register for the session.

The Cultural and Family Partnerships Team invites new families in the ISD, especially ones new to the U.S. school system to “Family Connections Question and Answer Sessions” on Wednesday, April 24.

This is an opportunity to meet the Family Partnership staff and learn to navigate our schools. Staff will answer questions about school programs and systems. There is no formal presentation and during sessions, discussions will be based on questions asked by families at the meeting or in the registration form.

The English and Mandarin sessions will be at the Issaquah School District Administrative Offices at 5150 220th AVE SE, Issaquah, WA 98029.  We will host both morning and evening sessions, please attend the session that best fits your schedule.

The evening Spanish session will take place at The Circle on Gilman. Please email medinal@issaquah.wednet.edu for more information. 

·         Morning: 10:30-11:30 a.m., ISD Administrative Offices, 5150 220^th Ave SE, Issaquah, WA

·         English evening: 7-8 p.m., ISD Administrative Offices, 5150 220^th Ave SE, Issaquah, WA

·         中文/Mandarin evening: 6-8 p.m., ISD Administrative Offices, 5150 220^th Ave SE, Issaquah, WA

·         Español/Spanish evening: 7- 8:30 p.m., The Circle on Gilman (email medinal@issaquah.wednet.edu for more information.

ISD Family Partnership Events 2023-2024

• Please use this link to register.

The Cultural and Family Partnerships Team invites new families in the ISD, especially ones new to the U.S. school system to “Family Connections Question and Answer Sessions” on Wednesday, April 24.

This is an opportunity to meet the Family Partnership staff and learn to navigate our schools. Staff will answer questions about school programs and systems. There is no formal presentation and during sessions, discussions will be based on questions asked by families at the meeting or in the registration form.

The English and Mandarin sessions will be at the Issaquah School District Administrative Offices at 5150 220th AVE SE, Issaquah, WA 98029.  We will host both morning and evening sessions, please attend the session that best fits your schedule.

The evening Spanish session will take place at The Circle on Gilman. Please email medinal@issaquah.wednet.edu for more information. 

·         Morning: 10:30-11:30 a.m., ISD Administrative Offices, 5150 220^th Ave SE, Issaquah, WA

·         English evening: 7-8 p.m., ISD Administrative Offices, 5150 220^th Ave SE, Issaquah, WA

·         中文/Mandarin evening: 6-8 p.m., ISD Administrative Offices, 5150 220^th Ave SE, Issaquah, WA

·         Español/Spanish evening: 7- 8:30 p.m., The Circle on Gilman (email medinal@issaquah.wednet.edu for more information.

The Special Services Department is hosting a presentation for parents of students with disabilities on the topic of Financial Strategies and Estate Planning.  Our presenter are Sheldon Sweeny, from Snider Financial Group and Suzanne Burke, from Assure Law Group.  There are three Phases of Family Life, based on age, for a child with special needs: Pre-Guardianship, Post-Guardianship, and Independent Living. Each phase has its own unique financial challenges. However, with proper planning, parents/guardians can hopefully find peace, knowing that their child’s financial well-being is protected throughout their life span as well as in the event of an unforeseen life change. We will discuss the resources available to you and have an open conversation where you can ask questions and/or share life experiences.  There are three different opportunities throughout the school year to participate.  Below are the dates and links to the three sessions.

• November 30, 2023 5:30-7:00pm - https://issaquah-wednet-edu.zoom.us/j/83681840270    Meeting ID: 836 8184 0270

• February 13, 2024 5:30-7:00pm - https://issaquah-wednet-edu.zoom.us/j/87339222922   Meeting ID: 873 3922 2922

• April 25, 2024 5:30-7:00pm - https://issaquah-wednet-edu.zoom.us/j/85743087066   Meeting ID: 857 4308 7066

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.

Since 2015, the ISD Family Partnership Advisory Group has been working together to support students’ success by supporting families. The team provides input and ideas on how the district and Family Partnership ISD staff can provide support for families especially our culturally and linguistically diverse community. The members attend district events and support family engagement to support our diverse community.

If you would like to become a part of this Family Partnership Advisory Group or for more information, please contact Lorna Gilmour.

Special Services Family Advisory Group Meeting

The Special Services Department is seeking ISD parents and family members of current ISD students who receive Special Education Services to join our Special Services Parent/Family Advisory Group and help us improve Special Education programming in the 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 as soon as possible. A Zoom link and topics to be discussed will be sent to interested members ~1 week before the meeting date. 

Special Services Parent Advisory Group Meeting Dates:

• 4/4/24, 5:30 - 6:30 p.m.  
• 5/2/24, 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. 
• 6/6/24, 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. 

The Issaquah School District is seeking interested individuals to serve on our new Technology Advisory Committee (TAC). The goals established in the district Technology Plan (2023) will serve as the basis for our work. The committee will review the plan, provide feedback and expertise on our goals, and inform future planning.  

We hope to form a committee as diverse as the community we serve, made up of members who are willing to share their experiences and perspectives. To that end, we are seeking students, teachers, school administrators, and parents/guardians. In addition, we would like to have technology industry representation, area employers, and community members.  

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.

The Instructional Materials Committee will meet on Thursday, May 16 from 4:30 – 6:30 p.m. This will be an in-person meeting at the ISD Admin Building.

Time: Thursday, May 16, from 4:30 – 6:30p.m.
Location: Tiger Mountain Conference room at the ISD Admin Building (5150 220^th Ave SE, Issaquah 98029)