MIHS PTSA News - April 21, 2024

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PTSA NEWS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS

Nominate Outstanding People for MIHS PTSA Awards!

It’s that time of year! It’s Awards Season - a time to recognize those in our community who are all-in for MIHS students!

Each year, the PTSA recognizes outstanding community members for their service in support of our students. We are currently seeking nominations for the several volunteer awards, an educator award, a community business or organization partner award, and a lifetime member award. Click here to nominate and for a list of past recipients. Nomination deadline is 5pm on Monday, April 22, 2024.

Award winners will be recognized on Thursday, May 9, 2024, 9:30 am at the PTSA General Membership Meeting being held in the MIHS Library Presentation Room. We look forward to your nominations and the opportunity to recognize those who have made a difference for MIHS students!

Last request of the 2023-2024 school year to help stock the Mini-Kitchen in the High School Staff Lounge!

The Mini-Kitchen is a place where teachers can grab a quick snack for a little extra energy boost. It's one way we keep them encouraged and show our appreciation. Items purchased off of this wishlist will ship directly to the school. Purchase items here.

Seeking Nominations for the 2024-25 MIHS PTSA Board

PTSA Nominating Committee is now working to fill the following positions:

Vice President or President Elect
VP Operations including Co-VP
VP Outreach
VP of DEI including Co-VP
Co-VP Advocacy
Senior Activities Chair

If you are interested or know someone who would like to serve in one of these roles, please email Jaymee Lundin, Simren Datta, Christine Nakano at nominate@mihsptsa.org.

MISF Breakfast of Champion | April 30 | 7 am | MIHS Gym

Join us on Tuesday, April 30th for a special celebration of your extraordinary impact over the last 42 years! Enjoy a showcase of programs fueled by generous donors like you. Register here.

2024 Grad Grams on Sale Now!

For the past 30 years, family, friends, businesses, and community organizations have sent Grad Grams to Mercer Island students to acknowledge their graduation. Beginning in 2024 we will be focusing this program exclusively on 8th and 12th grade graduates. Order your Grad Gram today!

Mock SAT/ACT Tests

MIHS PTSA provides testing opportunities as a chance to practice a real test, become familiar with a testing environment, and help identify which testing platform is best for each individual student. All this in a 'Mock' situation where tests are to recorded or submitted to any high school or college organization. This is a perfect chance to 'try out' these tests. Learn more about the Mock SAT/ACT tests offered by the PTSA.

Class of 2024 Grad Night Party

Registration for the Grad Night Party is now available. Early bird pricing available until Friday, April 5- click here for more info and a link to the order form. Also you can now order your soon-to-be graduate a Graduation Lei. Click here for more info and a link to the order form. And don't forget to mark your calendar with the dates of all important graduation activities.

Senior Activities

The Senior Activities Committee (SAC) has been busy since the start of the school year planning the Grad Night Party and a few other senior activities. As we embark upon a very active graduation season, we wanted to share with you the things we know so far and will commit to sharing additional information as it becomes available. Check out all things seniors here.

MIHS News

Mother's Day 5k Run

The MIHS International Entrepreneurship class is hosting a Mother's Day 5K on Saturday, May 11 with all proceeds raised going to MIYFS, MIHS ASB, and The First Night Project. Click here to view the race course and register for this fun run now!

MIHS Drama Presents: Servant of Two Masters

Please join MIHS’ Drama Department as they present their spring play, Servant of Two Masters, by Carlo Goldoni and translated by Edward J. Dent. A timeless comedy about love, passion and mistaken identity, Servant of Two Masterstells the story of Truffaldino, who takes on two masters in order to get a good meal. Chaos, confusion and hilarity ensue. Pulling from the Italian tradition of commedia dell’arte, this show uses improvisation and mask work to tell its colorful and fun tale. Come join the laughter. Click here for more info.

Rising Senior Case Study and College Fair on April 30th, 5:00 pm @MIHS

Rising MIHS seniors (Class of 2025) and their parents are invited to attend a simulated college admissions evening, also known as a Case Study. Our seasoned college admissions officers will review three sample applications, then engage in a panel discussion in front of the live audience. Case Studies explore the qualities and values sought after by colleges in their annual selection process.

Following the Case Study presentations, there will be a College Fair with more than 30 schools represented, along with MIHS counseling, AP, Athletics and Career Hub staff. We are co-hosting this event with Bellevue High School and look forward to welcoming the Wolverine community to our school. Register for April 30 Case Study and College Fair

MIHS Scholarship Database

Click here for the scholarship database curated and updated monthly by MIHS counseling department staff. Other online resources click here.

Daily Schedules

Get the 2023/24 Daily Block Schedule here.

Principal's Updates

Read the Principal Newsletters here.

MIHS Counseling

Get the MIHS Counseling Newsletters here.

Community News

Mercer Island School District is seeking substitute and route drivers for the 2024-25 school year.

Paid training provided. Questions, see our FAQ. Or call 206-236-3337. Apply: Route Driver or Substitute Driver. Testimonials from our parent drivers:

"I am a parent of 4 Mercer Island school age children. I love contributing to our community by being a school bus driver. I find it rewarding and a privilege to drive our children to and from the school safely." --Connie R. (parent and bus driver)

"As a parent of kids in the Mercer Island School district, I love bus driving! I am serving my community, staying in touch with the schools, and interacting with kids on a daily basis. It’s fun to establish personal connections with the kids and then run into them and their families on the island. The work culture of MISD is great and driving the bus itself has been genuinely enjoyable!" -- Dave M. (parent and bus driver)

Prom Dresses & Wear Donation

Prom Season is right around the corner. The MI Thrift Stop is looking for donations of prom dresses & wear that you may have tucked away in a closet. Collection will be accepted throughout all of April then put on display. You can drop your donation, Sunday - Thursday 8:00 am - 12:00 pm.

Summer J Camp Now Hiring

J Camp counselors work in teams to create meaningful, fun, and safe experiences for kids. Together with dozens of your peers, you will develop leadership and problem-solving skills; learn how to empower, motivate, and coach others; and have a fabulous summer! Click here for more info.

Summer ‘24 High School Enrichment Opportunities (Online & In Person Formats)

The University of Washington’s Youth & Teen Programs offers enrichment opportunities during the summer. To learn more visit UW Youth & Teen Programs.

NAMI Eastside 2024 Youth Mental Health Conference

March 22, 2024 - Annual youth-led mental health conference featuring panel discussion, a resource fair and more. Click here for more info.

Rotary Youth Exchange Program is a short term summer exchange between families, facilitated by Rotary Clubs at each end of the exchange. Click here for more info.

AI + X: Interdisciplinary Artificial Intelligence Fall Program by Stanford/MIT Alumni
Inspirit AI Scholars equips middle and high school students with an AI toolkit to build a capstone project, AI + X, that draws on students' unique interests, from sustainability improvements to cancer diagnosis to criminal justice reform and more. No coding experience required, and advanced cohorts are available. For more information please read more here. Fall applications are now open and due September 15. Contact program coordinator Jared at jared.greene@post.harvard.edu with any questions.

BridgeWhiz is a FREE online course designed to teach students in grades 4 through 12 the mind-building challenge, great fun, and competitive excitement of contract bridge, which will nurture your child’s team and individual competitive spirit. Build social skills. And enhance deductive reasoning and math abilities.