MIHS Back to School: Fees & Photos Event

Hello Islanders!

We’re excited to welcome you to our annual Fees & Photos event this August—a fun and important way to kick off the new school year. Below you’ll find everything you need to plan your visit and make the most of the day!

📸 Picture Day Schedule

Grade Level	Date	Time
Seniors (12th)	Tues, Aug 19	8:00–11:00 AM
Juniors (11th)	Tues, Aug 19	12:00–3:00 PM
Sophomores (10th)	Wed, Aug 20	8:00–11:00 AM
Freshmen (9th)	Wed, Aug 20	12:00–3:00 PM

Come during your assigned time—or whenever works best for your family!

⏰ Can't Attend the Main Event? 

If you’re unable to attend, you can pick up your materials on the first day of school (August 27th). The office opens at 7:30 AM and staff will be available to help you collect any textbooks, devices, parking passes (if applicable), and more.

📅 Photo Makeup & Retake Days:

• Makeup Picture Day: Wednesday, September 3rd | 7:30–11:00 AM (Front Entry)
• Photo Retake Day: Wednesday, October 15th | 7:30–11:00 AM (Front Entry) 

(Please bring your original photo packet for retakes!)

🧭 How to Prepare for the Event

• Review the Fees & Photos Passport and Event Map

📱 Printed copies won’t be available—please print them at home or save to your device.

• Bring any necessary forms, payments, or medications. 

👩‍⚕️Nurse Shelley, our school nurse, will be available at a dedicated booth to collect any school medications.

• Have your photo order prepared (See below). 

💻Order online and bring your receipt, or use a paper form with payment at the event.

📌 Note: No class schedules or textbooks will be distributed at this event.

• View schedules online via Qmlativ

• Textbooks will be handed out during the first week of school

🖼 Photo Package Ordering

• Option 1: Order Online
  Order through Dorian Studio (Search: Mercer Island High School)
   ✔ Order anytime before August 19 or up to 4 days after
   ✔ Bring your order receipt to the event as proof of purchase
• Option 2: Paper Order Form at the Event
   Forms will be available onsite. Bring payment (cash, check, or credit card).

📬 Photos will be mailed to the address listed in Qmlativ. Please verify your address in advance.

💬 Financial Assistance

If cost is a concern, please don’t hesitate to reach out. We’re here to help. Please contact Associate Principal Lisa Deen at lisa.deen@mercerislandschools.org. 

🎉 Other Information You’ll Find at the Event

• ASB Cards – Get yours printed so you're ready for our first home football game!
• Computer Distribution & Yondr Pouches – Learn about our Phone-Free School Policy
• Tech Help – Visit the MIHS tech team table for support
• Parking – Juniors & Seniors complete the Parking Survey
• RSVP Support - Complete your online district forms (these are required to view schedules in Skyward!). (Note: The RSVP page FAQ page has not yet been updated for 25-26.)
• Student Fees & Fines – Make secure payments via InTouch
• Health Services – Turn in medication forms and prescriptions to Nurse Shelley
• Student Store – Stock up on Islander gear!
• Yearbook Pickup – Pick up your 2025 yearbook
• The Islander Newspaper – Subscribe to home delivery
• MIHS Academic Counseling Team Meet & Greet - Meet your academic counselors (Note: No schedule changes will be made at this event).
• Food Services – Menus, payments, and Free/Reduced Lunch info
• Get on the Bus – New MIHS rider Info
• Clubs & Sports Tables – Connect with fall programs!

🙋 Questions? We’re Here to Help!

Reach out to any member of our Fees & Photos team:

• Amanda Thrall, Co-Lead – amanda.thrall@mercerislandschools.org

• Janelle Honeycutt, Co-Lead – janelle.honeycutt@mercerislandschools.org

• Robin Moore, Co-Lead - robin.moore@mercerislandschools.org

• Lisa Deen, Facilitator – lisa.deen@mercerislandschools.org

We can’t wait to see you at Fees & Photos—and to kick off a great 2025–26 school year together!

Thanks for being part of our Islander family. 💛