2024 Seattle Mariners Fundraiser

Join Discovery friends and families at a Seattle Mariners Game Sunday, 4/28/24 for a 1:10pm game against the Diamondbacks! Click here to purchase tickets. TICKET SALES CLOSE FRIDAY, APRIL 5TH! ... read full article

2024 Multicultural Night

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Movie Night

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Get Ready for Read Across America Week!

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PTSA Cooking Competition & General Meeting - All are welcome!

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Order your yearbook now!

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Join us for lunch!

Join Discovery parents for lunch at Tutta Bella Issaquah on Thursday, January 25th at noon. RSVP here. Or, enjoy a night off from making dinner and have dinner any day January 21-25 at any Tutta Bella location using the code EasyAsPieDiscovery so 20% of your bill will be donated back to Discovery PTSA! ... read full article

Lost & Found - Claim your student's coat!

Discovery's Lost and Found will be outside Discovery's main office Wednesday, 12/13/23 from after school until 4pm Come claim your student's forgotten coats and sweatshirts. All items without student names will be donated to children in need over winter break! ***The Lost & Found clothing rack is available for students to look for missing clothes every day at lunch and recess. Any items labeled with names are returned to students as they are found. Thank you for labeling your child's clothes! Thank you to Discovery staff for taking the time to return items to students.***   ... read full article

Celebrating our Discovery Staff

🍬🍪 Sweets for Staff ☕🥤 Please sign up here to share a sweet or savory treat, a delicious snack, or a delightful drink with all of our Discovery staff during the last week of school before Winter Break! Drop off in front of the school's main entrance anytime from 8:30-3:45 Monday-Wednesday, 12/11-13/23.  💕 🎁 Staff Favorites 🎁 💕 Our Discovery staff love handmade cards and notes from students! Showing appreciation from the heart makes the biggest smiles from Discovery staff. At this holiday time, all ways to show your care and appreciation of our Discovery staff is optional. If you ... read full article

Snapdoodle Toys & Games

It's the week to get your holiday shopping done while supporting Discovery PTSA! Shop at Snapdoodle Toys (Issaquah Highlands and all their locations) 12/3-7 & mention Discovery at checkout so they give 20% of your total purchase back to our PTSA! Find great gifts, support a local business, and earn money for Discovery PTSA! ... read full article

Eager Reader is happening now!

Students will track their daily reading from January 11 through February 11 on their paper reading log. Their paper reading log will come home with their new book this week! All Discovery students will select their 1st free book to kick off Eager Reader this week and a 2nd book at the end of Eager Reader in February. Students who read daily and return their reading log on 2/12/24 will earn a 3rd book to take home. Plus be entered for a chance to win individual, grade level, and a grand prize! More info here. Parents & Caregivers: Sign up ... read full article

Join us for Family Cocoa!

Sign up to volunteer here : https://signup.com/go/MHDptTm Register your family here so we have cocoa and crafts for everyone. Discovery families, siblings and extended family welcome.  ... read full article

Join us at Brick & Mortar Books this Thursday!

Join us at Brick & Mortar Books for an evening of fun and shopping! ... read full article

Please help local children in need this holiday season

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It's Spirit Week at Discovery!

All students are welcome to participate and encouraged to choose their favorite clothing items for each day. Please make sure that all clothing is appropriate, contribute to a positive environment, and does not interfere with student learning. Thank you to Hansen Tan for designing our spirit week images! ... read full article

Fall Fundraiser LINKS

DONATE HERE                             CLICK HERE to learn: How the PTSA uses donations, what fundraiser fun is happening 10/8 - 10/21, some helpful FAQs and more.   ... read full article

Fall Fundraiser Kickoff / PTSA General Meeting

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VOLUNTEERS NEEDED THIS FRIDAY!

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PTSA Volunteer Info Night

Come to our Discovery PTSA Volunteer Info Night at Beaver Lake Lodge on Thursday, 9/21/23 from 6-8pm.  ... read full article

Get ready to volunteer!

  Issaquah School District volunteer application for 2023-24 school year is now open! Start your application here! To be a parent volunteer at school - serving as a 1st two week helper in the lunchroom, at recess, before or after school or as a yearbook photographer - you must complete your volunteer application through the school district and receive notification of approval before you can be in the school building so get your application in ASAP! Submit your application here . You also need this background clearance to be eligible to volunteer in the library, your student's classroom or chaperone ... read full article

POPSICLES ON THE PLAYGROUND

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2023-24 Reflections Art

Calling All Discovery Artists to Enter the National Reflections Art Competition This year’s theme is “I Am Hopeful Because…” ***DEADLINE EXTENDED TO WEDNESDAY, 11/1/23*** ***Open to all Kindergarten to 5th grade Discovery students*** Students will have the opportunity to create submissions based on this year's theme and in the categories of Visual Art, Dance, Literature, Music, Photography, and Film Production. More details are available at   Discovery's Reflections Thank you to Sandhya Deepak for being our Reflections Volunteer this year. Email questions to reflections.at.discovery@gmail.com ... read full article

School Supplies for Next Year

Order Your School Supply Kits! These teacher-approved kits include everything a Discovery student will need, all in one convenient box! Kits will ship directly to your home approximately 10 days after you order.  ➡️  ORDER HERE ⬅️ Go Green Using supplies you already have is absolutely acceptable - scissors, rulers, etc. Discovery school supply lists for K-5 If it is a hardship to purchase supplies, please reach out to our school counselor, Ms. Denise as she will have supplies and backpacks available from the Issaquah Schools Foundation. ... read full article

Family STEAM Night on Wednesday, 5/1/24

Join us for Family STEAM Night on Wednesday, May 1st, 2024 at Discovery. Get a student passport - explore STEAM activities at a variety of hands-on stations for fun for the whole family.  Drop in anytime from 5-6:45pm. No pre-registration required. Sign up to volunteer here . Middle and high school students are welcomed too. More information about this great evening here . ... read full article

Discovery Math Game Night

Come for the free pizza with our Discovery PTSA and stay for the Math Game Night! Play math games with Discovery teachers and your family. Drop in anytime from 5:30-7:00pm. Link to RSVP https://forms.office.com/r/0J6taK6dpt ... read full article

Ellie Peterson is coming to Discovery!

In celebration of Read Across America Week at Discovery (2/26/24-3/1/24), we are so excited to welcome Ellie Peterson, local author and illustrator, to Discovery on Friday, 3/1/24! You can order a copy of her book from Brick & Mortar Books and Ellie Peterson will personalize and autograph it for your student & family! She will deliver her personalized copies during her visit at Discovery on 3/1/24. Order here: https://www.brickandmortarbooks.com/resources/ellie-peterson-school-visits   Orders close 2/21/24.  Learn more about Ellie Peterson here: https://www.elliepetersonart.com/ ... read full article

Join us for a special PTSA General Meeting

Join us for a special PTSA General Meeting Vote to approve new PTSA Board Members Vote to approve funding for Family Winter event *All Discovery families are welcome and encouraged to attend.  *Anyone is welcome to submit a nomination to the PTSA Board* *Email askdiscoveryptsa@gmail.com for questions and nominations* Tuesday, November 21st, 2023 at 1030am on Zoom https://zoom.us/j/95034466108?pwd=SXV3N0FCdDU0Z01mVzVLRm1QZ1FQZz09 Agenda: Discovery PTSA 2.6.9 General Membership Meeting #2 11/21/23 at 10:30am virtual meeting Welcome and Call to Order Sign in and establish quorum New business Nominate and vote for open position: Secretary Vote on funding for Family Cocoa event Adjourn ... read full article

Save the date for 2024 Discovery PTSA events and programs

Our Discovery PTSA website is always the most up to date for current PTSA programs and events. Each event is run by parent volunteers and we need parent committees (you never have to do anything on your own!) for each event so reach out with your interest! There is something for everyone! Now until Thursday, 5/2/24 - Order your 5th grade yard sign here .  Now until 4/16/24 - Golden Acorn Award Nominations for Teachers, Volunteers, and Advocates. Nominate here . Now until 5/8/24 - Nominations for PTSA Board positions open here. Thursday, 4/18/24 - Last chance to purchase a ... read full article

Student designed yearbook cover

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LAST CHANCE to order spirit wear!

A 2nd order of spirit wear has been requested by families so don't miss out this time around.  Orders will close on Wednesday, 11/1/23 so this order can arrive in mid-November.  Order here! ... read full article

Scholastic Bookfair & Ice Cream Social

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Community Connections

Join us at Discovery on Thursday, 4/25/24 at 9:15am for Community Connections with Kathy along with snacks from the PTSA.    ... read full article

Order your 5th Grade Yard Signs today!

Order a durable 18 by 24 inch outdoor yard sign to celebrate your 5th grade student! Choose a custom one with your student's first name or a generic one. The sign will accurately say 2024. Order here. Orders close on Thursday, 5/2/24. No late orders will be accepted as the bulk order will be placed the next day. The signs will be ready in mid-May and pick up plans will be emailed once finalized. ... read full article

Golden Acorn Award Nominations

Each year, our Discovery PTSA  recognizes people who are exemplary volunteers , educators and advocates in the Discovery community. Nominations are welcomed from anyone who sees Discovery volunteers and staff going above and beyond. Now is your chance to nominate someone to be recognized for their dedication and hard work in improving our Discovery community.  Submit your nominations here  | D ue Friday, April 19, 2024 ... read full article

Kindness Week is coming to Discovery!

February 12-16, 2024: Join in the fun however you would like! Monday: We are a Rainbow of Kindness. Wear your Favorite Color of the Rainbow! Tuesday: Be Unique. Wear Unique Socks or Hair! Wednesday: Wear your Heart on your Sleeve. Wear red, pink, purple, or white or something with hearts on it! Thursday: Discovery’s Kindness is Cool. Wear Discovery Spirt Wear or Blue and White! Friday: I Dream of Kindness. Wear Pajamas or Cozy Clothes! Plus Discovery Students can join in on these fun activities: Write a letter to a Senior Citizen – Discovery students can write letters and draw ... read full article

Kindergarten Registration is open now!

  Register your incoming kindergarten student here!   Please share with friends and neighbors in the ISD school district to let them know that it is time to register for next year.  Early registration is important for families to receive information needed for spring meetings and school visits plus staff planning. Watch for information for Discovery Spring & Summer Playdates Make a free PTSA account to get our emails about spring playdates.                           Sign up here to join the incoming kindergarten meet up group. ... read full article

Trick or Treat Trail

Friday, October 27, 2023 5:30 - 8:30 PM 👻 A free event for Discovery families with candy, games, entertainment and more! A reservation time is REQUIRED for entry. 🎃 Fall Fundraiser donors get early access and first pick to reservation times on Thursday, October 19 at noon. 🎟 General registration opens Friday, October 20 at noon. 🧡 Registration will close October 26 at 5 pm. 🖤 We need over 150 volunteers. We are looking for parents, middle school and high school students to help. Click below to sign up. RESERVE NOW! ... read full article

Special Education PTSA

Did you know there is an Issaquah Special Education PTSA that is open to all parents in the Issaquah School District? Join them at any of their monthly meet ups to connect with other parents. Events are open to all parents. No membership required. ... read full article

ParentWiser

Check out ParentWiser for registration information. The next online Parent Education presentation is 3/19/24 from 5:00-6:15pm   ... read full article

Welcome New Discovery Families!

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Cultural Bridges

Check out the 2023-24 Family Guide for helpful information about Issaquah schools. Did you know Cultural Bridges is an electronic magazine made just for families in the Issaquah School District? It is published in 8 languages including Arabic, Chinese, English, Spanish, Japanese, Korean, Russian, and Vietnamese. ... read full article

Thank You from our Discovery Library!

Check out this video from Mrs. Gage! Our Discovery PTSA is so proud to collaborate with Mrs. Gage, our Discovery Librarian, to provide many new books to the Discovery library each year. Mrs. Gage chooses specialized themes and book titles fitting for Discovery students. Thank you for your donations to Discovery PTSA so we can continue enhancing all students' education and library experience! ... read full article

Smith Brothers Home Delivery

Discount for you, Donation for us! Each new Smith Brothers Farms customer who signs up for home delivery using code DISCOVERY receives $15 in free groceries and activates a $50 donation from Smith Brothers to our PTSA! Sign up here! ... read full article

Nominate yourself or someone else for the PTSA Board

Nominations are open for the 2024-2025 school year! The Discovery PTSA will be electing board members for the 2024-2025 school year. Nominees will be sought for the elected positions of: President , Vice-President , Treasurer   and Secretary . General job descriptions can be found by clicking the above titles. These volunteer positions are great ways to add to a resume and relevant work experience. If you are interested or want to nominate someone, please fill out the recommendation for  NOMINATION FORM by Wednesday, 5/8/24.  If you are interested a position other than what is listed, please email us to ... read full article

Issaquah Schools Foundation

Nourish Every Mind Student Showcase is coming up soon! Did you know the Vox Audiobooks in our Discovery Library were funded by a teacher grant from the Issaquah Schools Foundation? Because of the generous teacher grants they provide, our Discovery students have access to high quality audiobooks in a variety of languages and representing the diverse cultures of our school community! Discovery families and caregivers are always welcome to visit Mrs. Gage in the library and see these fabulous books on display! With that, the Issaquah Schools Foundation and Principal Keegan invite you to join them at the Nourish Every ... read full article

Reflections Finalists

Discovery PTSA is a proud supporter of Reflections - a nationwide arts recognition program for students.  Devaansh A. in Ms. Peterson's kindergarten class and  Dhruva U. in Ms. Somnis' 4th grade class both qualified with entries in the literature category to the Washington state level.    We are proud of all our Discovery students who submitted art and literature for Reflections this year. Please enjoy the Reflections art display in the main hallway at Discovery now through 5/1/24. Join us for a Reflections recognition at Family STEAM Night on Wednesday, 5/1/24. View this year's art submissions here . We express ... read full article

Bellevue Downtown Ice Rink Fundraiser

It's time to go ice skating with friends and family! Mention Discovery at check in and $3 from each paid admission will be donated back to the Discovery PTSA! Bellevue Downtown Ice Rink | Bellevue, WA ... read full article

Volunteer Opportunity - Hearing and Vision Screening

Volunteers are needed on Thursday, October 26 th  for our annual school-wide Vision and Hearing Screening. We need 8 volunteers per shift and there are two shifts available.  Shift 1 is from 10 am - 1 pm and Shift 2 is from 12:30 - 3:30 pm. Training and light snacks will be provided. Each volunteer must have an approved ISD Volunteer application for 2023-24.  Please review the available slots at the SignUpGenius below and click on the button to sign up. Thank you! https://www.signupgenius.com/ go/10C0D44AEA722AAFC1- 44765747-discovery#/ ... read full article

Make or update your Discovery PTSA account for 2023-24!

Update your child's grade and teacher on your PTSA account here. Order your yearbook here. Join or renew your 2023-24 PTSA membership here. Complete your district volunteer application here . You must be cleared by the district to volunteer inside the school. It is required each year for returning volunteers. Please reach out to us with any questions at askdiscoveryptsa@gmail.com. Thank you from your 2023-24 Discovery PTSA Board Volunteers! Stephanie Blecha-Maharaj (President), Erin Daniels (Treasurer), & Megan Walters (Secretary) ... read full article

Open Lead Volunteer Positions

WE NEED YOUR HELP! In order for events to happen, we need a volunteer or a team of volunteers to take the lead. Events and programs without a lead volunteer will be cancelled. In school help: Community Garden, Lost & Found Coordinator (all year), Popcorn Fridays (monthly), Sweets for Staff (December 2023), Staff Appreciation (May 2024) Work from home/virtual work/Planning & Coordination: Yearbook, Reflections art program, Holiday Gift Barn, 5th grade promotion events, FACE (Family and Community Engagement) Liaison. Planning for family evening events: Family STEAM Night, Multicultural Night, Talent Show. Interested, but not sure where to start? Our PTSA ... read full article

Math Challenge

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Join our Discovery PTSA

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