MIHS PTSA News - Sept 21, 2025

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Parenting Mercer Island PARENT LABS

Mercer Island Youth and Family Services (YFS) and the MI Healthy Youth Initiative are once again offering the Parenting Mercer Island PARENT LAB workshops for parents/caregivers of Mercer Island elementary, middle and high school students. The in-person, interactive PARENT LAB workshops utilize the Parenting Mercer Island website tools and are facilitated by YFS counselors and staff.

The Fall 2025 PARENT LAB topics include: Fostering Autonomy, Confidence, and Resilience; Big Picture Parenting: Knowing and Teaching Your Values; and Parenting in a Digital World. Supported by a King County Best Starts for Kids grants, this effort supports parent-child connection by teaching practical parenting skills for kids of all ages.  Information, dates and registration available at www.MIHealthyYouth.com

Mark your calendars for the 2025-2026 Mercer Island High School Drama season show line ups.

The fall musical, Mean Girls, is a hilarious and heartfelt look at high school cliques, friendships and the fearlessness it takes to be your authentic self. 

 

 

 

MIHS Career Pathways Hub (CPH) Updates

 

 

Visit the CPH Website for the most current events and programming

Watch recorded “Post-Secondary Webinar”

Designed primarily for the Class of 2026 and their families (but open to all! It’s never too early to start thinking about life after high school!), this webinar discussed post-secondary pathways, the college application process, and support available at MIHS.

Watch the webinar on the CPH website.

Class of 2026 “Liftoff Camp”

September 17-25, Main Hallway

MIHS Academic Counselors and CPH Specialist Ms. Kenyon available ALL DAY. It’s college application season, and the Counseling Center is available to help seniorsprepare their submissions. Students should visit counselors at lunch, during off periods, and after school. Other Liftoff Camp activities include essay workshops, collegeadmissions representative visits, and special events.

College Admissions Representative Visits* this week (Main Entrance Hallway)

Monday, September 22

 Northwestern University 2:45-3:15 pm

 Case Western Reserve University 2:45-3:15 pm

Tuesday, September 23

 Colby College 11:20-11:50 am

 Grand Canyon University – Traditional Campus 11:20-11:50

 Macalester College 2:45-3:15 pm

 Kenyon College 2:45-3:15 pm

Wednesday, September 24

 Western Washington University 2:45-3:15 pm

 Boston University 2:45-3:15 pm

 Colgate University 2:45-3:15 pm

Thursday, September 25

 Seattle University 2:45-3:15 pm

*Subscribe to the Career Pathways Hub Google Calendar for the  most up-to-datecollege rep visits and CPH activities!

 

Mid-Autumn Festival Carnival on Sunday, October 5, 2025, from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM at the Mercer Island Community and Event Center. 

Mark your calendars for a day of cultural joy and community spirit! The City of Mercer Island and Mercer Island Chinese Association invites all families to our annual Mid-Autumn Festival Carnival on Sunday, October 5, 2025, from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM at the Mercer Island Community and Event Center.

This free event celebrates the Mid-Autumn Festival, a time-honored holiday symbolizing gratitude, harmony, and family reunion. It's a perfect opportunity for our community to come together, learn, and create lasting memories.

Event Highlights:

• Captivating Performances: Be amazed by traditional Kung Fu, graceful fan dances, and melodic music.

• Interactive Crafts: Get creative with hands-on mooncake decorating, lantern making, and calligraphy workshops.

• Fun & Games: Enjoy classic carnival games with a cultural twist, like solving riddles on lanterns.

• Delicious Tastes: Savor authentic mooncakes, participate in a tea tasting, and enjoy seasonal treats.

We encourage attendees to wear traditional Chinese attire to add to the festive atmosphere and celebrate the beauty of the culture.

Important Details:

• Date & Time: October 5, 2025, 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM

• Location: Mercer Island Community and Event Center

• Cost: Free!

• Registration: Advance registration is required. Walk-in spots will not be available due to limited capacity.

Spaces are limited, so secure your spot today! Register now for your free tickets. Register for Free Tickets Here

We can't wait to celebrate under the autumn moon with you!

 

PTA Reflections Art Contest – 2025–2026

Reflections is a National PTA arts recognition program that encourages students to explore their thoughts, feelings, and ideas through the arts. It helps students build artistic skills, boost confidence, and develop a lifelong love for learning.

Students in grades K–12 are invited to create original works of art inspired by this year’s theme: “I Belong!”

Students may submit entries in one or more of the following categories:

• Dance Choreography
• Film Production
• Literature
• Music Composition
• Photography
• Visual Arts

Finalists from MISD will move on to the state level. Washington State PTA finalists who receive an Outstanding Interpretation award will then advance to the National PTA level.

Please review the official Reflections rules carefully. Students may submit one entry per category but are encouraged to participate in multiple categories.

Submission deadline: December 5, 2025 by 3:00 PM

All entries must be submitted electronically using this Google Link  

For Visual Arts and Photography, please also drop off a physical copy in the Reflections box at your school’s front office.

Reflections Art Award Ceremony:

Wednesday, March 4, 2026 | 5:00–7:00 PM

IMS Commons

All participants and winners will be recognized with certificates and awards.Click Here to view the 2024–2025 MISD district winners and honorable mentions.

For more information, contact MIHS Reflections Co-chairs Grace Jung and Eunice Kim at reflections@mihsptsa.org