General Meeting | Jillian Born | 2/16/2021 | 3/9/2021 |
General MeetingMarch PTSA General Meeting Our second general meeting will be held virtually on Tuesday, March 9, 2021 at 6pm . Most importantly, we will be voting on our nominating committee members and discussing what we have accomplished so far this year and what we still have planned. Meeting Access: Register here ... read full article |
Multicultural Week Event | Jillian Born | 2/1/2021 | 3/8/2021 |
Multicultural Week EventMulticultural Week Virtual Event Discovery PTSA is excited to host Multicultural Week celebrations virtually this year. Let us come together in this unprecedented year to share and celebrate the cultural diversity that makes up our Discovery community and the world. Students and their families hAve participated in the following ways: CULTURAL DRESS | SHOW AND TELL | PERFORMANCES | RECIPES February 28 — March 5, 2021 | Click Here to View Submissions ... read full article |
Eager Reader Registration is OPEN! | Jillian Born | 12/3/2020 | 2/6/2021 |
Eager Reader Registration is OPEN!Eager Reader registration is OPEN! Encourage a love for reading by participating in this year's Eager Reader program. Book p rizes will be awarded to students for reading from January 8, 2021 to February 6, 2021. This year's theme is "Take an Adventure to the Land of Reading" . Get excited for individual book prizes, grade-level and class-level prizes including one lucky winner who will receive a Kindle E-Reader . Register Here | Log Minutes & More Info. ... read full article |
MOD Pizza Fundraiser | Jillian Born | 11/29/2020 | 12/17/2020 |
MOD Pizza FundraiserSupport the Discovery PTSA at MOD Pizza! Enjoy a delicious meal at MOD Pizza and support your Discovery PTSA! On Thursday, December 17, from 10:30 a.m. to 10:00 p.m., MOD Pizza will generously donate 20% of your purchase to our PTSA when you mention "Discovery PTSA" while placing in-person or using, takeout or delivery. You can also order online using code GR160431 . All details here . Thank you for the support! MOD Pizza Sammamish: 22833 NE 8th St, Sammamish, WA 98074 ... read full article |
November General Meeting | Jillian Born | 11/9/2020 | 11/17/2020 |
November General MeetingNovember PTSA General Meeting - Virtual Our first general meeting will be held virtually on Wednesday, November 18, 2020 at 4:30pm . Find helpful links and meeting access below. You won’t want to miss it as we have three guest speakers sharing a wealth of information: Principal Kathy Keegan will discuss the School Improvement Plan and how it impacts your students’ learning. Instructional Coach Michelle Moon will be sharing literacy goals, Lexia, and an update on iReady for 4th and 5th grade students. PBSES Coach Teal Morse will be sharing how she is supporting students and families through positive behavior and social-emotional learning ... read full article |
Chipotle Fundraiser | Jillian Born | 11/5/2020 | 11/22/2020 |
Chipotle FundraiserSupport the Discovery PTSA at Chipotle! Enjoy a delicious meal at Chipotle Mexican Grill and support your Discovery PTSA! On Monday, November 23, from 4-8pm, Chipotle will generously donate 33% of your purchase to our PTSA when you mention "Discovery PTSA" while placing your order in-person OR ordering online using code 3TCMMX9 . Thank you for the support! More info here . Chipotle Sammamish: 22704 SE 4th St #210, Sammamish, WA 98074 ... read full article |
Scholastic Book Fair | Jillian Born | 9/24/2020 | 10/12/2020 |
Scholastic Book FairVirtual Book Fair Our VIRTUAL BOOK FAIR starts September 29 and runs through October 12! Shopping at our exclusive shopping site gives you the following online features: Access to over 6,000 items, including new releases, best sellers and value packs All orders are shipped direct to your home Receive FREE SHIPPING on book-only orders over $25 All purchases support Discovery, as we earn 25% in Scholastic Dollars ™ rewards Shop our book fair and place your orders before October 12. ... read full article |
Let's show our school pride! | Linda Aber | 8/6/2020 | 9/17/2020 |
Let's show our school pride!Connect with our 2020 Spirit Wear, on sale now. Whether learning at school or at home, there's one thing connecting us all -- our Eagle Pride! Show off your school spirit with fun tie-dye shirts or a moisture-wicking t-shirt; add a cozy zip hoodie with a blue or pink logo to combat the morning chill. Everything layers together perfectly! Shirts range from $14-$18 and hoodies from $20-$32. Available in kid and adult sizes. Now more than ever, it's important for us to remember that no matter where we are, TOGETHER WE SOAR! PTSA MEMBERS: order here GUESTS: order here ... read full article |
School is out for Summer! | Sasi Dinesh | 6/24/2020 | 8/1/2020 |
School is out for Summer!... read full article |
Yearbooks have arrived! | Sasi Dinesh | 6/19/2020 | 7/24/2020 |
Yearbooks have arrived!YEARBOOKS ARE HERE! For information on how to pick-up your copy or order a copy, please click here . ... read full article |
Black History Month | Jillian Born | 2/7/2021 | 2/28/2021 |
Black History MonthBlack History Month February is Black History month and the PTSA board has unanimously voted to gift the Discovery Library $200 worth of books by Black authors. Mrs. Gage will help select the titles and we hope to have them available for future curbside library pick-up's soon. ... read full article |
PTSA Board Nominations 2021-2022 | Jillian Born | 1/27/2021 | 5/6/2021 |
PTSA Board Nominations 2021-2022PTSA Board Nominations 2021-2022 The Discovery PTSA will be electing executive officers for the 2021-2022 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. If you are interested or want to nominate someone, please fill out the recommendation for nomination form and follow submission instructions. Nominations due April 10, 2021. Questions? Please see contact information within the form. Help Select the New Board of Directors If you would like to be considered to be one of three nominating committee members, please ... read full article |
Help Support Local Families in Need | Jillian Born | 11/12/2020 | 11/22/2020 |
Help Support Local Families in NeedHelp Support Local Families in Need Every year Discovery collects toys and other items for students in need in our community to ensure they have a happy holiday season. Due to COVID, there is no in person event for these families, but the Issaquah Food & Clothing Bank is asking for $25 gift cards from both local businesses and online retailers that are suitable for ages 0-18 so these families can shop safely. Last day is 11/23. Options to donate: DONATE ONLINE | MAIL GIFT CARDS | DONATION RECEIPT ... read full article |
SCHOOL YEARBOOK | Linda Aber | 11/5/2020 | 4/30/2021 |
SCHOOL YEARBOOKTake polls. Send a photo. Buy a book! We are living in historic times! For only $20 , your 2020-21 yearbook will include: photos from home and school student poll results and links to online content opportunities for students to write about how they adapted This keepsake highlights the fact that "We can do virtually anything!" ORDER TODAY! NOTE: If you're uncertain whether a yearbook was ordered with your membership, view your order history here. Purchases are non-refundable. HELP US CREATE AN AWESOME YEARBOOK... > All students should complete your grade-level poll, by Mar. 15th. (5th Graders -- you MUST complete ... read full article |
Discovery PTSA Virtual Spooky Event | Discovery Webmaster | 10/15/2020 | 11/1/2020 |
Discovery PTSA Virtual Spooky EventDiscovery PTSA’s Virtual Spooky Event This year Discovery Elementary is going Virtual with all things Spooky! While we can’t have our annual Spooky Spaghetti party at school, we can still celebrate the spooky season with these fun activities: Participate in our Spooky coloring raffle, costume contest, and/or pumpkin carving contest by Oct. 31. You can win an awesome watch with an activity tracker to help keep you on task. Find all the rules, entry forms and more information about the prize, here. Discovery teachers and staff can enter too. (Please note: only STAFF are permitted to submit their entry to these ... read full article |
Let's have some fun! Guess how many... | Linda Aber | 10/4/2020 | 10/9/2020 |
Let's have some fun! Guess how many...Guess how many pieces of candy are in the container. The person with the closest guess wins a carving pumpkin, a carving kit, a family craft kit (actual kit will vary), and ALL the candy in the container with a bonus candy-taster pack! Students: pick the form that matches your grade level to submit your guess. One student per grade level will win. Teachers and staff: pick the form for you. One teacher or staff member from Discovery will win. Submit your guess by Oct. 9th. View the candy containers on the entry forms, below. Winners will be announced ... read full article |
Entries for Reflections due Nov. 2 | Discovery Webmaster | 9/29/2020 | 11/2/2020 |
Entries for Reflections due Nov. 2Reflections is a long-standing National PTA program that helps students celebrate their creativity through the arts. By exploring their own thoughts, feelings and ideas, students will develop their artistic literacy and increase their confidence. We hope all Discovery students create an original work of art in one (or all!) of six available categories. Read all the entry requirements here . Your artwork must meet these requirements to be considered. How do you submit your student's artwork? Download the PTA Entry Form, here . Fill out the form, scan it in as a PDF to include with your local entry. ... read full article |
Pen Pal Program - Make a New Friend! | Linda Aber | 9/23/2020 | 10/16/2020 |
Pen Pal Program - Make a New Friend!Does your kiddo need a Pen Pal? The PTSA is happy to coordinate a Pen Pal Program with our Discovery students to encourage social interactions and give our kids another opportunity to connect with peers. This program will allow kids to practice good social skills, discover similarities, and celebrate our differences! The more students who sign up, the more robust the experience will be! Pen Pals will be matched by grade first and then by interest areas. No guarantee that students will find a match in the same grade, but that’s part of the fun and being a part ... read full article |
We need photos for the yearbook! | Linda Aber | 8/30/2020 | 9/30/2020 |
We need photos for the yearbook!Channel your inner paparazzi and send us your photos. It's been a historic year and our Discovery yearbook volunteers would love to document how well we've all adapted to the change. Please send us photos of your student: participating in a Specials Class -- P.E., Music, or Library. reading in his/her favorite reading spot. having lunch (provided by you or the school district) in his/her favorite Washington park, landmark or scenic place. Our state only, please. Mailing his/her PenPal a letter. CLICK HERE TO UPLOAD YOUR PHOTOS Questions about the yearbook? Contact the yearbook committee at discoveryptsayearbook@gmail.com ... read full article |
ParentWiser Event | Linda Aber | 8/28/2020 | 9/11/2020 |
ParentWiser EventTalking to Kids About Race and Bias (K-5), Sept. 14 at 12PM How do we learn about various group identities such as female, African-American or middle class? What messages do children internalize about themselves and others? How can you guide effective conversations with your elementary age child about race, bias, diversity, and inclusivity? Rosetta Lee, a local educator, diversity consultant and activist, will teach us how to instill positive self-identity in our children and coach them to be positive influences on the identities of others. Find out more and register, here. ... read full article |
Seeking Chairpersons for the 2020-2021 School Year | Linda Aber | 6/1/2019 | 6/1/2020 |
Seeking Chairpersons for the 2020-2021 School YearThere are many ways you can get involved at Discovery. Please consider volunteering to lead one of the PTSA programs during the 2020-2021 school year: If you'd like to chair something next year, reach out Email Us . If you like to help out with a specific event, check the "Volunteer" icon in the left-hand menu or reach out the the current chair person . ... read full article |
Staff Favorites List | Jillian Born | 11/23/2020 | 12/18/2020 |
Staff Favorites ListTeacher & Staff Favorites List Are you interested in giving something special to a Discovery teacher or staff member this holiday season or for Teacher Appreciation Week? We've compiled a list of Staff Favorites to help you pick the perfect gift. View List Here ... read full article |
Staff Holiday Cookie Event | Jillian Born | 11/19/2020 | 12/8/2020 |
Staff Holiday Cookie EventStaff Holiday Cookie Event - Donation Request In past years, Discovery families have made and contributed sweet treats for our Staff Holiday Cookies for Lunch event at school. We'd like to honor this tradition while being mindful of current Covid and ISD guidelines. This year, in order to avoid multiple touchpoints, we will be distributing individual boxes of cookies to staff, purchased and handled by a single PTSA member. The boxes will be delivered to the school by December 4th and distributed by office staff. As a way for Discovery families to say 'Thank you' this holiday season and, still ... read full article |
Student Picture Days | Linda Aber | 11/18/2020 | 12/2/2020 |
Student Picture DaysDorian Photography Student Pictures- Wednesday, December 2 nd & Thursday, December 3 rd Have professional photos taken of your child during your scheduled time at this year's Student Picture Days. Professional portraits are completely optional, but will be used in the school yearbook. You may have your picture taken without purchasing any photo package. Safety protocols, including masks and an attestation, must be followed to participate. To find out more about the requirements and scheduling, please click here. If you do not wish to come in on Dec 2nd or 3rd for this photo opportunity, please submit a photo of your child ... read full article |
Don't forget to become a member! | Jillian Born | 8/31/2020 | 11/3/2020 |
Don't forget to become a member!PTSA stands for Parent Teacher Student Association. Our non-profit is made up of the Discovery community: parents, teachers, staff and students who all have the common goal of providing every child an enriching education. Show your support and join NOW ! ... read full article |
Golden Acorn Award Nominations | Jillian Born | 2/2/2021 | 4/11/2021 |
Golden Acorn Award NominationsGolden Acorn Award Nominations Each year, the Discovery Elementary PTSA recognizes people who are exemplary volunteers , educators and advocates in the Discovery community. In addition to receiving a certificate and a Golden Acorn pin, a contribution of $75 will be made in the honoree’s name to the Washington State PTSA Scholarship Foundation. Now is your chance to nominate them to be recognized for their tireless work. Submit your nominations here | D ue April 10, 2021 ... read full article |
School Supply List for Remote Learning | Sasi Dinesh | 6/24/2020 | 9/11/2020 |
School Supply List for Remote LearningView updated school supply list for remote learning here . ... read full article |
Winter Story Time | Jillian Born | 12/18/2020 | 2/12/2021 |
Winter Story TimeWinter Storytime by Discovery Staff Discovery PTSA has launched a Holiday Storytime on YouTube! The ever generous staff at Discovery have leant their time to reading aloud specially chosen stories for the winter season. There are so many fun stories already on the ‘unlisted’ playlist, and more will come as we get closer to the break. So, grab a cozy blanket and a cup of hot chocolate and get ready to listen to some wintery stories. Here’s a fun idea! Gather a friend or two on Teams or Zoom, share your screen, and watch together online. ... read full article |
Reflection Competition Finalists Announced | Linda Aber | 11/12/2020 | 11/26/2020 |
Reflection Competition Finalists AnnouncedThank you for everyone who participated in our Reflections art competition. Twelve artists will advance to district competition. View our school finalists below. This year's theme was "I Matter Because..." Good luck at the next level of competition! This slideshow is best viewed in a Chrome Browser. To view a direct link to the slideshow, click here. ... read full article |
Gratitude Wall | Jillian Born | 11/12/2020 | 6/30/2021 |
Gratitude WallGratitude Wall: Send a Message Our Discovery teachers, specialists and support staff are giving us their best during these unprecedented times. And while we are all very busy, and our days are filled with unique challenges, taking a few moments out of your day to express gratitude can make someone’s day. With this in mind, your Discovery PTSA has created a Gratitude Wall in hopes that you’ll share words of thankfulness, gratefulness and kindness about the Discovery staff members that are making a positive impact on your student. Post messages as often as you’d like, for ... read full article |
Book Donation for 2020-2021 | Jillian Born | 11/6/2020 | 6/30/2021 |
Book Donation for 2020-2021Supporting Civics Education with Book Donation Voting and civic engagement is an important part of our community and country. We hope to educate our future voters by teaching them about how to be an engaged citizen and to effect change. For the 2020-2021 school year, the PTSA has donated $500 worth of books supporting this idea. Mrs. Gage has been sharing the books with every class. See our social media pages to see some of the available titles. ... read full article |
End of Year Wrap-Up | Jillian Born | 6/16/2020 | 11/22/2020 |
End of Year Wrap-Up2019-2020 Wrap-Up We can all agree: what a school year! Even with all of the uncertainty and change that surrounded this year, your Discovery PTSA was still able to make meaningful and positive impacts using your donations to better the experience for students at Discovery Elementary. From laptops to science explorations, we put YOUR $63,676 in donations to work for all of our Discovery students! Learn more here . ... read full article |
Our Mission | Jillian Born | 6/14/2020 | 6/30/2021 |
Our MissionOur Mission to Support Diversity The mission of the Discovery PTSA is to advocate, support and enrich our students with educational programs and community building activities in partnership with teachers, staff, parents and the local community. Now, more than ever, our support is behind Black Lives Matter, both with our Black students, and our community at large. One of our first steps of support has been to donate $500 worth of books written by Black authors to our Discovery library during the 2019-2020 school year. Please feel free to share ideas for future efforts to show our support. Email us. #BlackLivesMatter #DiscoveryEagles ... read full article |
Upload Popcorn and Spiritwear Photos! | Jillian Born | 11/6/2020 | 11/17/2020 |
Upload Popcorn and Spiritwear Photos!Upload your Popcorn & Spirit Wear Photo! We're celebrating the first Popcorn Friday of the year on November 6! So put on your Discovery Spirit Wear, enjoy some popcorn and upload a photo for a chance to see yourself in the yearbook. Upload your photo at anytime. UPLOAD PHOTO HERE ... read full article |
New 2020-2021 PTSA Board | Jillian Born | 6/1/2020 | 8/27/2020 |
New 2020-2021 PTSA BoardThe new PTSA board for the 2020-2021 school year has been voted on. Please welcome: President: Jillian B. Vice-President: Nichole A. Treasurer: Yeon K. Secretary: Monalisa R. Director of Communications: Lisa R. Thank you for your dedication to Discovery! ... read full article |