All in for Kids Update
Thanks to the nearly 1,200 families who have donated to the All in for Kids Annual Fund Campaign. Look for your name in a special Thank You ad in the November 7 issue of Issaquah Press. Now it’s time for everyone else to pitch in. The degree to which the Foundation can fund its ongoing roster of programs is dependent upon meeting our $330,000 All in for Kids campaign goal.
You can do your part by giving now, at isfdn.org, or by answering the phone when our high school students call on the nights of November 13 & 15. Whether you can give $5 a month or $500 a year, know that your gift will elevate and enrich education for every Issaquah School District student. Thank you.
Congratulations to the Nguyen family, the winners of our Kindle drawing at this year’s Walkathon ! A big thanks to all our Cascade Ridge parents who donated or pledged to donate to the AIFK Campaign! Thank you for your support!
Now Live and on the Web
Online applications for Academic Enrichment Grants go live on November 1. Teachers, staff and parents may apply for projects that reflect creativity and innovation in education and/or support school needs not currently covered by building or district budgets. Grants are awarded in two categories: Classroom Enrichment for projects that cost less than $1,000 and Kateri Brow Big Idea/Biggest Need for projects in the $1,000 - $10,000 range. Helpful hints and detailed information on the grant process will be discussed at a November 8 Grant Workshop. Applications are due January 14. Contact Michelle Weldon, mweldon@issaquahschoolsfoundation.org for more information.
Super Deal from Sharing Spree
ISF is Sharing Spree’s featured nonprofit from Wednesday, November 1 through Sunday, November 11. They’re offering TWO terrific deals. The Foundation will receive 10% of each purchase.
November 7– 8: $70 for 1,200 sq. ft. of carpet cleaning by Unique Dry Carpets.
November 9-11: $29 for a winter check-up and oil change from Lakemont Auto in Issaquah.
Follow the link to register. Once registered, your purchase will be credited to the Issaquah Schools Foundation. Thank you!
Seeking Success Stories
If your child has an inspiring story about their experiences with a Foundation funded program, let us know. Their photo and story could be featured in our upcoming Annual Report. Contact Lynn Juniel, ljuniel@issaquahschoolsfoundation.org..
And the Winner Is …
Skyline fans just eked out a win over their Issaquah rivals at the October 19 Battle of the Fans between Eagles and Spartan football fans. Fans were greeted at the entry gates by ISF and PTSA volunteers decked out in purple or green to collect donations and hand out I.H.S and Skyline wristbands. After two quarters of friendly trash talking, $1,246 had been raised—$679 from Skyline and $567 from Issaquah. And while Skyline won bragging rights for the year, our students were the real winners. Proceeds from the event will be used by the Foundation to fund strategic, district wide programs and initiatives.
Donor Dollars at Work
Did you know … what teachers know and can do is the most important influence on what students learn? As a donor, your gifts help ISD teachers improve their craft by funding National Board Certification Scholarships. And that improves education for our students.
“Thank you for your monetary contribution towards my quest to become a National Board Certified teacher. Your support during these tough economic times made it possible for me to undertake my goal to elevate my instructional practice to the highest possible level and to further benefit kids, and for that, I am truly grateful”
Buddy Bland, Issaquah High School Physical Education and Video Production
