The Mercer Island School District is awaiting the March revenue forecast from the state to get a better idea of just how big its budget cuts next year are going to be. What the district and school leaders statewide know for sure: expect less state money.
Scientific curiosity peaked last week in local elementary schools when students showcased their projects during the annual science fair. This was the first year when students at the three Mercer Island elementary schools participated in their own events; previously, students in kindergarten through fifth grade competed in a districtwide event.
During the school year, most high school bands focus on their marching technique and preparing for events by learning classic songs and styles. The Mercer Island High School band set those classics aside momentarily to learn a different type of genre: classic rock.
A two-day marathon took place for Mercer Island High School senior Inar Zhang two weekends ago. He participated in the state swim meet where the Islanders captured a fourth straight title, while also participating in a mock trial district competition. A fairly standard weekend for a student who says this is “taking it easy.”
A new survey of students at Mercer Island High School found that they feel less connected with their parents than in the past and 84 percent spend time on activities other than school work.
The MIHS band earned fourth place in the annual “Battle of the Bands” competition, sponsored by KZOK radio and Rock Wood Fired Pizza.
Mercer Island schools will be reorganizing at the top next fall as efforts continue to create a cost-efficient, financially secure district.
The PEAK project, the new home of the Mercer Island Boys & Girls Club, has been grinding along through the community, city and school district for over five years. As a recession grips the nation and world, the club continues to work toward the final fund goal, knowing that it is essential not only for the continuation of an Island staple, but because of the agreements on which the project hinges.
St. Monica School will be establishing a pre-K program, and with it comes a brand new building to be added to the campus.
In an era of global budget cutting and reorganization, the Mercer Island School District is right in step.
A residential Island home went up in flames shortly after 2 p.m. on Feb. 15. Mercer Island and Bellevue Fire Departments responded to the blaze, which occurred in the 3000 block of 68th Avenue S.E.
Making sure that children have the best possible education is a major goal for parents. Enrolling their children in the right district, with the right teachers and worrying about whether the district is good enough is a stress every parent deals with. For many who seek specific help for their child in a certain subject, the option of using a private school for a class can be appealing.
Third-grade students at Lakeridge Elementary celebrated Native American culture during a potlatch held last Wednesday. The third graders recently finished studying Native American tribes and traditions in the area, a unit that included visits from Roger Fernandes, a local artist and member of the Klallam tribe.
