MIHS PTSA News, April 13, 2025

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2025 Breakfast of Champions

Experience YOUR Impact in Action as Mercer Island students take center stage to showcase the incredible programs made possible by our community’s generosity.Enjoy a morning filled with inspiring student performances, powerful stories, and a celebration of the difference you make in our schools. 

Tuesday, April 29
Doors Open: 6:45 AM | Program: 7:30 – 8:30 AM
Mercer Island High School Gym Reserve your seat today!

Heads up, Elle Woods fans! Our Legally Blonde Movie Night is now set for May 30th, Same fun event, just a fresh date, can’t wait to see you there!

Get ready to kick back and laugh with us! The MIHS Drama program is thrilled to invite all students ages 12 and up to another special Movie Night featuring the hilarious and iconic Legally Blonde!

When: Friday May 30th at 7PM

Where: High School Performance Art Center.

What to Bring: Your friends, your best Elle Woods energy, and maybe a cozy blanket!

Popcorn and water will be provided, and admission is FREE! This is the perfect chance for middle and high schoolers to relax, have fun, and enjoy a classic movie about confidence, smarts, and a little pink flair.

Parents, this event is tailored for kids 12+, so feel free to drop off your teens and enjoy a night to yourselves—or stay and watch along! Let’s make it a night to remember—see you there in your best legally blonde attire (pink optional, but encouraged)!

MIHS Career Pathways Hub Updates

Class of 2026: Register Now!

Rising Senior Case Study and College Fair

April 23, 5:30 pm Case Study (registration required!), 7 pm College Fair (all welcome)

Bellevue High School (10416 SE Wolverine Way, Bellevue)

Exclusively for MIHS and BHS students! Get a behind-the-scenes look at how college admission decisions are made, what students can do to stand out, and the opportunity to network with colleges and universities from around the country!

College Visits at MIHS

Tuesday April 22: University of Utah (1 st lunch)

Thursday April 24: Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University – Prescott                                  (1st lunch)

                              Franklin & Marshall College (both lunches)

                              University of Alabama (2 nd lunch)

                              School of Visual Arts (2-3 pm)

MI LEAP Scholarship: for current SOPHOMORES

Application due: Monday April 21 @ 3:15 pm (submit to Susie Brown, Counselor)

Mercer Island Launch Educational Advocacy Project (MI LEAP) is a nonprofit organization that supports qualified high school students and families with mentoring and connections to educational and financial resources to enhance the opportunity for university-level education. To learn about qualification/application details, visit

www.mileap.org.

College Fair – hosted by PNACAC

Seattle University, Redhawk Center (550 14th Ave, Seattle)

Saturday April 26 @ 9 am – Noon

The Pacific Northwest Association for College Admission Counseling (PNACAC) represents college admissions professionals in Alaska, Idaho, Montana, Oregon and Washington. Free and open to the public, this college fair connects students with colleges and universities in one convenient location. Register and learn more on the PNACAC website.