MIHS PTSA News - September 1, 2024
9/1/2024 7:57 am
PTSA NEWS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS
Photo Make Up Day is September 4, from 7am-12pm in the Main Entry.
Get an early start to your college apps with a lunch-n-learn session with Ms. Kenyon and Mr. Johnston. Brainstorm ideas for essays, sign up for your Common App account, and explore the mysteries of Naviance. Be sure to bring your lunch and laptops for this.
Welcome Back Coffee on Friday, September 6, at 9am-10:45am in the Lower Commons!
Please join us on Friday, September 6th for our Welcome Back Coffee. It will be from 9-11am in the MIHS Commons and will be a great way to connect with old friends, new friends and learn about the PTSA plans for 2025 and how you can get involved. Looking forward to seeing everyone on Friday!
Workshop Curriculum Night and Marketplace, held at MIHS in the Commons, Wednesday, September 25, from 5pm-8:30pm.
Homecoming Dance (September 28, 7pm-9pm)!
If you are interested in helping make our “Hoco” dance experience exceptional, please check their sign-up link and sign up!
Help stock the Staff Mini Kitchen!
Click here to purchase snack items from an Amazon Wish List. It’s an easy and much-appreciated way to show support for MIHS staff. Be sure to select the MIHS delivery address when checking out.
Our PTSA is a nonpartisan advocacy association working to make every child’s potential a reality. We need your help!
Sign up for action alerts with Washington State PTA / learn more here: https://www.wastatepta.org/focus-areas/advocacy/
Sign up for action alerts with National PTA: https://www.pta.org/home/advocacy/take-action/sign-up-for-alerts
Want to learn more about what is happening in our district? You can watch school board meetings here:
https://www.mercerislandschools.org/school-board/school-board-information
September is Suicide Awareness Month. Learn more about suicide prevention, and safe storage of means such as firearms and medications: https://www.mercerislandschools.org/programs-and-services/student-health-and-wellnes/safety
MIHS News
Back to School resources
Beginning Tuesday, August 13, 2024, families will be able to log into their Skyward Family Access account and complete all the district forms, permission slips, and notifications required for the start of 2024-25 school year.
Check out MIHS Back to School Resources page for the 2024-25 school year for step-by-step instructions on the RVSP process, which includes verifying student demographic information and updating cell phone numbers and email addresses if needed to receive district and school emails and text messages.
MIHS Career Hub Update!
Class of 2025 Lunchtime College Application and Post Secondary Support- Tuesdays and Thursdays at both lunches. Seniors are invited to drop into the Career Hub with questions about their post secondary planning process.
Class of 2025 Post Secondary Webinar 6:00-7:30 pm- The MIHS Counseling Department is hosting a webinar for parents and students from the Class of 2025 to cover all details of the post secondary planning process including supports at MIHS to set you up for success!
LIFTOFF CAMP!- During the weeks of Sept 16 and Sept 23, The MIHS Counseling Department launches our first annual "Liftoff Camp"! During those two weeks, seniors will have access to counselors, the college and career specialist, college admissions reps, webinars, and other exciting opportunities to dig into all things post secondary! Check the Career Hub website under "Upcoming Events" to keep track of all the fun activities that lie ahead!
Drama Program season announcement
The MIHS Drama Program is proud to announce an incredible lineup of shows this year, featuring something for everyone. Whether you love musicals, comedy, or gripping drama, we’ve got it all!
Little Shop of Horrors
Hungry for some delicious musical theater?
Come join the MIHS Drama department and devour this hilarious sci-fi dark comedy.
Little Shop of Horrors has delighted audiences around the world for
over 30 years with its iconic music and humor.
Can Seymour balance the lure of success with his moral compass?
Find out November 14th -16th and November 21st - 23rd.
Shows are at 7pm with 2pm matinees on Saturdays in MIHS PAC.
And, whatever they offer you don’t feed the plant!
Content warning: References to abuse, violence, and death. Not for sensitive viewers.
Please visit our ticketing website to purchase tickets in advance. Tickets may also be purchased using the QR code on our publicity materials.
Auditions are on September 10th from 3:30-6:00, Callbacks are on September 11th from 3:30-7:00. Sign up here.
Puffs
The critically acclaimed and audience-beloved play Puffs: Seven Increasingly Eventful Years at a Certain School of Magic and Magic captivates audiences with its unique blend of humor, heart, wizardry, spellbinding charm and clever wit promising to be an unforgettable theatrical experience. Puffs Tells the story of the underdog heroes at a certain well-known school of magic and magic, offering a fresh and humorous perspective on the fantastical world that has captivated millions. Whether you’re a Hufflepuff, Ravenclaw, Gryffindor, or Slytherin, all audience members are sure to thoroughly enjoy this funny, quirky, irreverent show.
Join us for the show January 30- February 1 and February 6-8 at 7pm and February 1 and 8 at 2pm in the MIHS Performing Arts Center.
12 Angry Jurors
Mercer Island High School Drama is proud to announce its upcoming production of 12 Angry Jurors, by Reginald Rose. This important play takes audiences inside the deliberation room where twelve jurors must decide the fate of a teenage boy accused of murder. As the tension mounts, the jurors confront their own biases and personal conflicts, revealing the complex dynamics that can influence a verdict. 12 Angry Jurors promises to deliver a gripping exploration of justice, prejudice, and the power of reason.
Join us for the show on April 24-26 and May 1-3 at 7pm, and April 26 and May 3 at 2pm in the MIHS performing arts center.
Prepare for a season packed with laughter, drama, and moments you won’t want to miss!
For more details please visit the Drama webpage.
MIHS Scholarship Database
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and much more....
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Parent Education
Free admission is a benefit of PTA Membership! We sponsor speakers and discussions across a variety of parenting and child development topics that are timely, thought-provoking and practical. For events dates and more details go to MI Parent Edge.