MIHS PTSA News - February 18, 2024

2/15/2024 8:01 pm

2024-25 Class Registration is Now Open

Time to start thinking about course registration for next year! Students should see that registration is open when they log into their Skyward accounts starting Feb. 16th. Registration closes March 8th so start early and take the time to review the courses and have discussions now. Counselors have been sitting in the front lobby to help answer questions. 

MISD Webinar on Health/PE Curriculum Review Feb. 27 @ 7p

Our district is conducting a curriculum review of the health and PE programs and offerings in middle school, high school, and summer school. At MIHS, this includes a review of in-building school-year programming, summer school offerings, and the directed athletics option that allows students to receive PE credit for after school sports participation, as well as the implications for student schedules if these options are changed or eliminated. Click here for more info and Zoom link.

MIHS Leadership Cultural Fair

Cultural Fair will be on March 16th from 6:00-8:00 pm to celebrate the diversity on Mercer Island! Booths will be hosted to represent different cultures, with some performances by students throughout the night. We will be requiring one interactive and one informative aspect to each cultural booth, and food was a popular choice for interactive aspects last year. Parents and students can sign up through the google form.

MIHS PTSA News - February 11, 2024

2/7/2024 8:01 pm

PTSA General Membership Meeting on February 12, 2024

Please join us for the MIHS PTSA General Membership Meeting, Monday, February 12, 2024 at 9:30 am in the Library Presentation Room. Our guest speaker will be Principal Nick Wold who will be presenting the school's Dance Culture! We will be gathering to vote on our nominees for the 2024 MIHS PTSA Nominating Committee, who will work together to assemble a slate of 2024-25 leaders for our board. Click her to join via Zoom.

Staff Appreciation - Lunar New Year Luncheon

The PTSA needs your help with our Year of the Dragon Lunar New Year Luncheon on Tuesday, February 13th. Our teachers and staff look forward to these lunches and are truly grateful for your contributions.

Take a moment and look through the Sign Up Genius and sign up to help. Please drop off items to the staff lounge by 10am on Tuesday February 13th.

MIHS PTSA News - February 4, 2024

2/2/2024 5:15 pm

Staff Appreciation - Lunar New Year Luncheon

The PTSA needs your help with our Year of the Dragon Lunar New Year Luncheon on Tuesday, February 13th. Our teachers and staff look forward to these lunches and are truly grateful for your contributions.

Take a moment and look through the Sign Up Genius and sign up to help. Please drop off items to the staff lounge by 10am on Tuesday February 13th.

2nd Annual BSU Dinner

The MIHS Black Student Union invites all student and families who identify as Black or African American to our 2nd annual BSU dinner at MIHS on February 7th from 6-9 pm. Please complete the event registration form for our food headcount. We look forward to seeing you!

MISD Hosting Budget and Human Resources Community Zoom Webinar

The Mercer Island School District is hosting a district Budget and Human Resources community Zoom webinar on Tuesday, February 6 from 6-7pm. The purpose of the webinar is to update our community on the current MISD budget, student enrollment, and staffing. Watch The Zoom Webinar

MIHS PTSA News - January 28, 2024

1/24/2024 8:21 pm

Want to Lear More About College and Career Readiness at MIHS?

MIHS offers a wide variety of college and career readiness courses. Check out this video to learn more and help inform what to register for in the upcoming school year.  

Send Love and Gratitude to An Educator

Make this Valentine's Day extra special for our amazing educators! Send a Valentine's card or Sweet Treat through this LINK. Donations must be received by midnight on Wednesday, February 7th, to ensure delivery to the schools by Monday, February 14. 

Local Levy for Schools Could Increase Under Proposed Legislation

A bill currently being considered by the Washington State Senate has the potential to increase funding for MISD, if passed. You can learn more about the bill here and watch the Committee hearing here. For those who wish to share their views on the bill, comments can be shared via this link.

MIHS PTSA News - January 21, 2024

1/17/2024 9:11 pm

Supporting Our Student Community Through the Counseling Department

The counseling department has reached out for support in collecting some items to help our student community! We know how important it is for a student to be well fed, well rested and comfortable when they come to school in order to feel and do their best. Click here and consider purchasing a few items to be dropped off at the front office for the Counseling Department by next week. If you have any questions, please direct them to president@mihsptsa.org. 

PTA Art Reflections Contest Winners and Awards Ceremony

Please join us on Monday March 4th, 5-7pm, in the IMS Commons to celebrate our MIHS artists! The evening will take the form of an art exhibition, and students will receive their respective awards. All friends and family are welcome. See the winners here.

MIHS PTSA News - January 14, 2024

1/12/2024 7:57 pm

Finals Week Snack Volunteers Needed

The MIHS PTSA wants to recognize our students’ hard work this first semester and provide some much-needed stress relief during Finals Week (delayed schedule). We need volunteers to distribute snacks Tuesday-Thursday 10:30-12:30p. If you would like to help, please click here to sign up.

Mercer Island High School Drama Production of Little Women 

Please join the MIHS Drama department as they perform Little Women, the loved and famous story by American author Lousia May Alcott. The four March daughters—Meg, Jo, Beth and Amy—continue to live in the hearts of readers, causing smiles and tears, triumph and tragedy as they grow up, fall in love and face life. This classic American tale will touch the hearts of young and old alike. Please visit the ticketing website to purchase tickets in advance. Cast/Crew list can be found here.  

Mercer Island Healthy Youth Forum

Today’s youth experience challenges and stress that are unique to this generation. In an effort to elevate the voices of Mercer Island youth and to learn ways to best support them, the City of Mercer Island Healthy Youth Initiative is hosting the annual MI Healthy Youth Forum on Wednesday, January 31, 2024 from 7:00PM-9:00PM at the Mercer Island Community and Event Center.  

MIHS PTSA News - January 7, 2024

1/4/2024 7:58 pm

Award-Winning Author Georgia Hunter to Visit MISD on Jan. 9!

On Tuesday, January 9 at 6:30-8:30pm we are thrilled to welcome author Georgia Hunter to the Islander Middle School library to speak to the MISD parent community about her New York Times Bestseller, We Were the Lucky Ones. Recently adapted and soon-to-be-released as a Hulu series starring Joey King, We Were the Lucky Ones is a true and riveting story of enduring love, hope and resilience. RSVP here.

SSALD Hosting Special Needs Trust Presentation

January 9, 2024 @ Noon | Join Zoom | Presenter: Nicole Beges, Esq

Nicole, an associate attorney in the firm, concentrates her practice on estate planning, trusts, and probate administration. Nicole understands the importance of using the right tools to ensure that each individual and family’s legacy is preserved for loved ones. As a thoughtful problem solver, Nicole strives to ensure that every estate plan reflects the goals and circumstances of each particular client. As a former litigator, she understands the importance of thorough preparation in the present to avoid legal issues in the future.

MIHS PTSA News - January 1, 2024

1/1/2024 12:21 pm

Save the date: Future Islander Night

Future Islander Night is a chance for parents of current Islander Middle School students and other high school age students and families living on Mercer Island but not enrolled in MISD to visit the high school to learn about classes, curriculum, programs, school groups, and athletics. The event will be held on Thursday, January 25, from 5-8pm.

Intercollegiate Broadcasting System (IBS) Nominations

We have 29 radio students, several MIHS TV students, as well as members of our KMIH/MIHS TV faculty who are finalists in the national awards. Congratulations to all nominees. 

MIHS PTSA News - December 10, 2023

12/5/2023 7:04 am

Yearbook Portraits Due Dec. 15th

Custom senior portraits for the yearbook are OPTIONAL. The MIHS yearbook staff will use school ID images if they do not receive a senior portrait submission from you. Instructions are located here. Email mihsportrait@gmail.com with questions.

MISD Artificial Intelligence (AI) Policy Workgroup

The Mercer Island School District is forming a workgroup to help guide and develop an initial AI policy and/or procedures for our school district. We are looking for parents to participate in this process. You do not need to be an early adopter or tech expert to participate in the workgroup, we want to ensure that we have diverse viewpoints represented. 

Framework and Timeline for the process

To express interest in participating in the focus group, please complete the interest survey. 

MIHS PTSA News - December 3, 2023

12/2/2023 1:32 pm

Learn How to Combat Stereotypes about the AANHPI Community

Make Us Visble believes that inclusive education does not need policy for it to happen, and we are hosting an online professional development workshop on Wednesday, December 6, 2023 (4-6 p.m.). We are partnering with the Asian American Education Project (AAEdu) and the Wing Luke Museum to put on a workshop centering on AANHPI issues, history, and resources. It will be free and teachers can earn 2 clock hours. You can register here.

Support the First Annual MISF Holiday Online Auction

Check out a few of the FABULOUS auction items! You will be sure to find something for everyone for this holiday season! Auction runs through Dec. 7, 11:45 pm. Click here to view auction items.