E-Connections

Lakeridge Elementary students learn how “Upcycling” can transform trash into art

Lakeridge staff and students are used to recycling. Every day at lunchtime students carefully separate their trash into special containers marked Compost, Recycling or Trash. This week’s E-Connection explores art, the environment and new understanding of a real-world problem.
 
 
 

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Stephanie John-Lewis instructing class
 
Fifth grade students in Stephanie John-Lewis and Angela McCann's classes at Island Park Elementary discover the power of taking charge of one's learning by using digital media, connections and collaboration in their "Weekly Skills" program.

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  • Mercer Island High School Drama students nominated for the 5th Avenue Theatre Awards

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  • MISD nominates Mercer Island Youth and Family Services (MIYFS) school counselors for Community Recognition Award

    Superintendent Gary Plano nominated MIYFS school counselors for their dedication to youth and families at the Washington Association of School Administrators (WASA) luncheon in Renton on May 17, 2013. More info...
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  • District releases Educational Specifications Video

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  • MISD’s 2011-12 Annual Report receives an Award of Merit from the Washington School Public Relations Association

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  • New Elementary Associate Principal announced today

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  • Special edition of District News – Finding a solution for our overcrowded schools

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  • MIHS Summer School 2013

    The high school summer school begins on June 18th. This six-week session runs through July 25th and will once again be held at Crest Learning Center, 4150 86th Ave SE. Please check the high school website beginning March 29th for a comprehensive list of the courses available and complete registration information.
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Mercer Island, an island community located at the southern end of Lake Washington and 10 minutes from Seattle, is joined to the city of Seattle by the Interstate 90 floating bridge and to the City of Bellevue by the east channel bridge. The City of Mercer Island serves primarily as a residential area for approximately 22,700 people, most of whom are employed in professional and managerial positions in Seattle and the surrounding areas. More info...