Membership Meeting Today Thursday Jan 13 6pm

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Please support the LWSD Levies on February 8

Our membership has voted to support and endorse the district’s proposed levies on the ballot on February 8. Two of the levies are needed to continue and complement state funding for technology and facility upgrades and for funding education programs and operations such as school nurses, counselors, special education and athletics. A third levy is specific to raise funds for construction of additional classrooms for our growing district. Details and more information can be found  here . Ballots will be arriving next week. More ways you can support the levies: Volunteer with the  Lake Washington Citizens Levy Committee , place a yard ... read full article

PTSA Support - Progress

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Parent Ed Opportunity: Supporting Whole Child Development

Please join LWPTSA Council and LWSD on Monday November 22 at 7pm in exploring how academic and social/emotional successes are two sides of the same coin and how we might support our students’ journeys. Presenter Jerry Blackburn, M.Ed., SUDP is a community educator and consultant around the broad topics of youth behavioral health, wellness, and student emotional success as well as an adjunct faculty member in the Clinical Mental Health Counseling Program at Seattle University. View event flyer  here .  Click  here  to register. Questions? Contact parent.ed@lwptsa.net ... read full article

Volunteers Needed--Annual PTSA Holiday Bazaar

The PTSA is seeking both student and adult volunteers for its annual Holiday Bazaar on Saturday, November 6th.  The event will be outside this year on the CWU Sammamish campus.  Volunteers need to be prepared to be outside rain or shine.  Please help us make this event amazing for our vendors and community, sign up for shifts as soon as possible!  Sign Up Here Please contact Nikki Balt ( nikki@ehsptsa.org ) with any questions about volunteering. ... read full article

Calling all Bakers - Holiday Bazaar Bake Sale

Do you love baking? Do you want to help raise funds for the PTSA? The Holiday Bazaar has a long standing tradition of a Bake Sale that both raises funds for the PTSA (all proceeds) and also brings joy to those who purchase the goods. If you are interested in baking for the Bake Sale, Please sign up here . ... read full article

Reflections Entries - Deadline is October 25

This year's Reflections program is in full swing! We have all the information you need on our  Reflections page including instructions on how to submit entries.    ... read full article

May Membership Meeting

Please join our final PTSA membership meeting of the year on  Wednesday May 18th at 6pm.  At this meeting we will not only review what we've done this year, but also ensure the continuity of operations for the PTSA into the next school year - we will approve standing rules and our mission and goals, our operating budget for 2022-2023 and vote in our PTSA board for next year. Please see our Meetings page for more information.   ... read full article

EHS PTSA Seeking Co-President

Are you looking to make a difference in the daily lives of Eastlake students and staff? To get involved with a passionate group of board members and chairs who work to enhance and support our Eastlake community? To collaborate with school staff to produce great experiences for our school? Consider volunteering to serve as Co-President  of the PTSA board. To learn more, please contact president@ehsptsa.org .  ... read full article

Help Needed! Staff Appreciation Luncheon

We’re back! It’s time for the First Staff and Teacher Appreciation luncheon since spring 2020. We’ll host the Fall Harvest Luncheon on Wednesday, October 20 th , and we’re going to need a lot of help! Please sign up to bring food or help with set-up or clean-up on our Signup Genius . You can contribute in a big or small way; it all counts. The staff and teachers appreciate it enormously! Please note: When you drop off your food item or come to volunteer, you need to wear a mask and come in through the school office by the main ... read full article

Parents Supporting Parents - Take the Parent Pledge

In conjunction with The National PTA Alcohol and Drug Free Resolution and the Washington State PTA, the EHS PTSA participates in the Parent Pledge Program to achieve the following goals: Build a communication network to reduce the use of alcohol and other drugs among teens in our school and community. Host only alcohol-, tobacco- and drug-free parties for teens. Not allow teens to possess or consume alcohol, tobacco or other drugs at their homes; and Discourage their teens from attending unsupervised parties. By signing this Parent Pledge , you are showing other EHS families that you intend to supervise your ... read full article

Back to Business Days - Volunteers Needed

Each grade is invited to a Back to Business day to pick up laptops, text books, get their photo taken and grab their ASB/ID cards. August 26, 27, 30, 31 is for freshmen, sophomores, juniors and seniors respectively, from 9am to 2pm each day. If you're unable to make your designated day, just come at one of the others. All the details can be found on the  school's back to school page . Volunteers Needed!  - Office staff can use a few volunteers to pass out forms, IDs and PE Shirts. Sign up here .  - The school bookkeeper needs ... read full article

September Membership Meeting

Mark your calendars! The first Membership meeting  is on Wednesday, September 22 at 6pm, and it will be an online event.     We will share our mission and values, our budget for the upcoming year and plans across all our activities. We will also vote in new board members who joined since our last meeting.  Visit our Meeting Page for information.  ... read full article

Introducing: 2022-2023 EHS PTSA Board Nominees

The Eastlake PTSA Nominating Committee presents the following candidates for the 2022-2023 school year EHS PTSA Board. Please join our Membership meeting on May 18th when we will be voting our board members for next year.  Co-President: Laura Hamilton Co-President: Heather Kass Treasurer: Leanne Brodzinski Secretary: Julie Kotler Co-VP Ways and Means: Kristen Schwager Co-VP Ways and Means: OPEN VP Member Membership: Hannah Wilems VP Volunteers: Else Bakker ... read full article

Special PTSA Membership Meeting

March 23, 6pm, virtual The PTSA Nominating Committee has the important role of identifying volunteers interested and willing to serve on next year’s PTSA board.   At our last membership meeting in January, membership approved the two volunteers who signed up to serve on our Nominating Committee – Laura Hamilton and Ashley Thompson. The rules that guide our operations require a  minimum of three  members to serve on this committee. Nikki Balt has kindly volunteered to fill the third position, and we are asking for our membership’s approval, per our standing rules. Please join us for the world’s shortest PTSA meeting ... read full article

Eastlake PTSA Scholarships - Now Accepting Applications

Eastlake High School PTSA offers 3 scholarships – The Katherine Siddoway Scholarship, The Community Service Award Scholarship and The Stan Chapin Perseverance Scholarship. Six $1,000 scholarships are awarded to different graduating seniors from Eastlake High School who will start college (either two-year or four-year) in the fall of 2022.  We also welcome 9th, 10th and 11th graders to apply to our Community Service Award, bring attention to a cause and build your resume, winners will be awarded Certificates of Appreciation. To learn more, apply or submit a letter of reference, visit the EHS PTSA Scholarships Program Page , or for ... read full article

Parent Webinars: This Week

February 15: Navigating the Emotional Side of the College Process There is a lot of potential stress involved in the college application process which can come from both internal and external forces. For some families, the pressure begins building early. Learn about specific things parents can do to help their teens navigate the college journey and learn more about themselves. Register for the Lake Washington Schools Foundation's February 15th webinar at www.lwsf.org/our-work/find-your-fit . February 17: Understanding your Teen's Love Languages From our community partner Teen Wise , a live masterclass with Coach Sheri at 6:30pm on February 17th. Knowing your ... read full article

'Tis the Season of Giving

We are  THANKFUL  and humbled by your ongoing support for our Eastlake PTSA. Everything our PTSA is able to do for our students, our school, and our community is thanks to the generosity and participation of our members.   We know, this year is another challenging year for so many, in different ways. This year, we find our PTSA is behind on both our fundraising and membership goals compared to last year (when we were fully remote) and the year prior. Our largest annual fundraiser was again modified and at reduced-capacity this year and did not generate our usual income. Therefore, ... read full article

LWPTSA Council Scholarship Auction

The annual LWPTSA Council Auction supports the council's scholarship program for LWSD graduating seniors and continuing education for LWSD staff. Browse and bid on over 50 auction experiences or make a direct donation to the scholarship fund. Support our students and get some holiday shopping done at the same time! The auction will be live from 5 am on Monday, November 22 and bidding will close at 8 pm on Friday, December 3. Join the bidding here!   ... read full article

Ice Skating, Anyone?

The Bellevue Ice Rink is here! Mention "Eastlake" when you go enjoy the rink and they will donate to our PTSA. Ever known a cooler way of helping our PTSA? More details here . ... read full article

Register to Vote!

Your voice counts!  King County Elections mailed out ballots on October 13. You should have received your ballot by Monday, October 18. If you do not receive a ballot call 206-296-VOTE (8683). October 25 is the last day to update your voter registration! Update your  Voter Registration here.  For questions about elections, address changes, to update your signature, and more, click here:  King County Elections .  ... read full article

Pass the Hat Helps Fund School Grants

Each year the PTSA’s Pass the Hat Fundraiser provides thousands of dollars in grants that are given back to the school to enrich student experiences and learning. Over the past few years these grants have helped support almost every learning department including Humanities, Science, Music, Business, Transition Room, and the Library. When choosing the recipients of each grant cycle, PTSA ensures that the funds reach as many students as possible, and that they have lasting benefits for years to come. Furthermore, our PTSA wants parents to know that their donations are being put to use immediately making Eastlake an even ... read full article

Join the Eastlake PTSA!

Get all of your Back to School PTSA business done in one place! Click the button below to create an account (or to update information on your existing account), get your membership, donate, see our available mock testing options, senior events, our Eastlake Angels program and opportunities for volunteering. PTSA membership reflects a commitment to our students and our school, as well as the desire to positively impact the education of all children. Become a 2021-2022 member of the Eastlake PTSA today! Click here for membership benefits and discounts. ... read full article

PTSA Grants at work

The EHS Library would like to thank the PTSA for grants to diversify the library collection. For May we are honoring Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage month with a variety of books by AAPI authors. The choices that students now have to read are a lot more plentiful and meaningful than ever before because of the grants we received to purchase new books by AAPI authors.   ... read full article

Last chance: Spring Community Service Award List

Submit by Saturday, May 19,   2022. Students who would like to be included in our  Spring 2022 Community Service Award List  and seniors who would like to receive the  Community Service Honor Cord  for graduation need to turn in all hours by  May 19 .  Students from all grade levels can be included on the Award List if they have documented at least 50 hours.  Inclusion on this list can be listed as an award on job, college, scholarship, and other applications.  Due to Covid restrictions seniors will require only 150 hours to earn the Honor Cord instead of ... read full article

Staff Appreciation Week and Luncheon - Volunteers Needed

May 4 National Staff Appreciation week is May 2-6. PTSA is planning a lovely spring luncheon for our Eastlake staff on  Wednesday May 4 . This will be our last lunch for this school year, so if you haven't contributed before, this is your chance!  We need your help in providing a delightful spring lunch with everyone's favorite brunch foods. (Although, if you have a dish that doesn't quite fit that theme, feel free to make it anyway, the teachers and staff love all your cooking!) Please sign up  here where you can also find more details and a list of ... read full article

2022-2023 Open Board Position Highlight: VP of Communications

The Nominating Committee is seeking candidates for the position of VP of Communications for the 2022-2023 PTSA year. As the Communications Team Lead, the VP coordinates with a team of volunteers that together drive our digital outreach and operations. These include our web site, newsletter, social media presence and internal Office365 tools. An ideal candidate feels comfortable with technology and is willing to learn the platforms.  If you or anyone you know may be interested in the  VP Communications  position for next year, please reach out to the Nominating Committee at  nomcom@ehsptsa.org . You can find a list of all ... read full article

Seniors Wanted- Convocation and Graduation Artists Needed

Is your Class of 2022 student interested in performing at Graduation or Convocation? We are looking for seniors that have a unique experience and perspective to apply to participate in the ceremonies. There are a number of art forms we will be looking for -  An art piece for the cover of Graduation program. An art piece for the cover of the Convocation program (click here for information on theme) Performers for graduation Student speaker Student(s) musical or dance performance National anthem performer Performers for Convocation (musicians, dancers, speakers, etc.) To apply, please email dafisher@lwsd.org to receive an application form. ... read full article

Save the Date: Senior Send Off

PTSA will be celebrating the Class of 2022 at a Senior Send Off on Friday, June 10th , after school.  Senior Send Off will be an afternoon of food, fun and more.  Many more details will be forthcoming between now and the event--please stay tuned! We are currently looking for donations for raffle prizes .  Please reach out to us at sso@ehsptsa.org if you would like to help out with donations or any other aspect of this very special day! ... read full article

Got Senior Apparel?

Attention class of 2022 parents – check out the senior apparel for sale on our Senior Apparel page . Items have all Class of 2022 students’ names on the back, a great way for your student to take Eastlake with them in their post high school journey. We are collecting orders for one last shipment this year, soon after spring break. Don't delay, get your order in today! ... read full article

That's Amore! Staff Appreciation Luncheon

Thank you to all the bakers , cooks and volunteers who made today's special luncheon for staff happen. An incredible array of salads, pastas and sweets welcomed Eastlake Staff for a delicious lunch Wednesday!  ... read full article

PSAT, Now What? Wednesday, December 8, 2021: 7:00 – 8:00pm

A student’s performance on the PSAT is a powerful indicator of ACT/SAT readiness. This session covers how to use PSAT results to determine your child’s best plan for success. During this presentation, you will discover how the SAT compares to the PSAT, how the data about your child's score is used, and how to secure a National Merit Scholarship. The presenter will also cover tips to increase your PSAT score, what your child's score indicates about their future SAT/ACT performance, and why academics are so important for college admissions.  Register here:   https://www.revolutionprep.com/partners/102648/ Eastlake High School | Revolution Prep www.revolutionprep.com ... read full article

Reflections Competition - Entries Moving to Council Level

Congratulations to our students whose entries have been selected to advance to the next round of competition at the Washington PTSA Council level! Details here. https://ehsptsa.org/Page/Programs/Reflections ... read full article

Seeking Nominating Committee Volunteers

Nominating Committee Members  Your PTSA Board has a number of positions that are elected by the PTSA membership. Each year, we identify candidates for these important roles in early spring and bring them to our membership for a vote in the May Membership Meeting. Voting in our new officers in May ensures that the PTSA is fully operational from day one of the new year (July 1). The Nominating Committee is a group of 3-5 volunteers who identify the open roles and volunteers for those roles during February through April. The Nominating Committee plays a crucial role by networking in the community and locating those who are interested in serving in ... read full article

Recognize Students' Community Service

If your student is giving their time for community service, please make sure they report their hours here. Students who serve 50 hours or more are recognized on our  Community Service Award List.  Inclusion on this list can be specified as an award on job, college, scholarship and other applications.  The deadline for reporting hours for the  Fall 2021 Community Service Award List  is  November 12 .  Students can enter their hours  here . Check the  EHS community services webpage  for more information. Please  email for any questions. ... read full article

Seeking Nominating Committee Volunteers

Each year, a committee of 3-4 volunteers works on identifying candidates to serve on the PTSA board for the following school board. Serving on the Nominating Committee is a great opportunity to network in our school community, learn about the various roles on the board, and locate those volunteers who can make our PTSA great by serving on the board. The committee's working timeframe is February to April. If you are interested in serving on the Nominating Committee , please contact us .  ... read full article

Got Tiles?

The wall tiles on the front entrance to the school commemorate your student and family at Eastlake for years to come. Tiles are available in 1-line, 2-line and 3-line versions.   Place your order here! Orders received by November 15 2021 will be installed during mid-winter break.   ... read full article

Parents Supporting Parents: Helping Teens Make Safe & Healthy Choices

In conjunction with The National PTA Alcohol and Drug Free Resolution and the Washington State PTA, the EHS PTSA participates in the Parent Pledge Program to achieve the following goals: Build a communication network to reduce the use of alcohol and other drugs among teens in our school and community. Host only alcohol-, tobacco- and drug-free parties for teens. Not allow teens to possess or consume alcohol, tobacco or other drugs at their homes; and Discourage their teens from attending unsupervised parties. By signing this Parent Pledge , you are showing other EHS families that you intend to supervise your student's social ... read full article

Seeking EHS PTSA Committee Chairs for 2021-2022

The EHS PTSA is gearing up for the coming school year and we are pleased many of our chair and board positions are filled. We are looking for a few more volunteers to fill critical roles, please visit our  Open Positions page to see what the needs are, details about the roles and how to contact us.  ... read full article

PTSA Award Winners 2020-2021

The EHS PTSA is pleased to award outstanding volunteers, staff or students that are recognized by the community. Please join us in congratulating this year's winners, and visit the  Award Winners  page to read how each of them earned this honor. Silver Wolf Award: Dina Jay Alpha Wolf Award: Jennifer Simon Outstanding Educator Award: Gregory Emerson and  Suzanne Chamberlin Continued Connection Award:  Akshai Srinivasan Look for the Helpers Award:  Karen Guinasso, Lori Rowe, Cathy Kilborn - Eastlake High School Main Office  ... read full article

Summer SAT & ACT Prep Online Courses

From our community partner: SAT Prep For SAT Online Course Preparation for the SAT Course: Mondays- June 21, 28, July 12, 19, 26, August 2 Time- 9:00am to 11:45am Course Reg. Deadline: June 18, 2021 The SAT Prep Course - 6 sessions including textbook and all materials: $389 For ACT Online Course Preparation for the ACT Course: Mondays- June 21, 28, July 12, 19, 26, August 2, Time- 1:00pm to 3:45pm Course Reg. Deadline: June 18, 2021 The ACT Prep Course - 6 sessions including textbook and all materials: $389 Please register online at www.SATPrep.org E-Mail: office@SATPrep.org Phone (425) 305-7269 ... read full article

Call for Nominations for the Annual PTSA Awards

Each year the PTSA recognizes students, staff, volunteers and community members for their outstanding contributions to the community. Please take a moment to read about our  award categories and descriptions  and  fill out your nomination  of candidates you feel should be recognized.  Nominations end April 22 . Award winners will be announced by May 18. ... read full article

Spring Community Service Award List

Submit by Saturday, May 19,   2022. Students who would like to be included in our  Spring 2022 Community Service Award List  and seniors who would like to receive the  Community Service Honor Cord  for graduation need to turn in all hours by  May 19 .  Students from all grade levels can be included on the Award List if they have documented at least 50 hours.  Inclusion on this list can be listed as an award on job, college, scholarship, and other applications.  Due to Covid restrictions seniors will require only 150 hours to earn the Honor Cord instead of ... read full article

WA State PTA Student Competitions

March 1, 2022 The  WSPTA Essay Contest  explores the important and varied influencers in the lives and education of children. The Essay Contest is open to all students in K-12 across the state. The application deadline is March 1, 2022. Find guidelines, application forms and more on the  WSPTA website. The  WSPTA Game Development Competition  is open to students in grades 9-12 attending a school with a PTA in good standing. No prior knowledge of programming is required. This year's theme is  Changing the world . The deadline for submissions is March 1, 2022, and  information can be found here. ... read full article

Become an Approved LWSD Volunteer!

You never know when you will have a sudden urge to help out. Make sure to visit the  LWSD Volunteer page to check your volunteer status and if needed, apply to become an approved volunteer online! This application is good for two years and any school in LWSD.  ... read full article