| PTA General Membership Meeting! All Invited! | 3/7/2024 | 3/21/2024 |
PTA General Membership Meeting! All Invited!General Membership Meeting Notice! Please join us for our March Sunny Hills PTA General Membership Meeting! Everyone is welcome to attend. Mark you calendars and join us for fun-filled meeting with a guest speaker, nominations for the 2024/2025 PTA Executive Committee, and PTA Recognition Awards! This meeting will be hybrid, so you can join us virtually or in-person at the Sunny Hills Library from 6:30PM - 8:00PM on Tuesday, March 19th, 2024. Google Meet link: meet.google.com/tqm-ztsj-fzj To review the March GMM agenda or to review January's meeting minutes, please click HERE. ... read full article |
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| PTA General Membership Meeting! All Invited! | 1/2/2024 | 1/10/2024 |
PTA General Membership Meeting! All Invited!General Membership Meeting Notice! Please join us for our January Sunny Hills PTA General Membership Meeting! Everyone is welcome to attend. This meeting will be hybrid, so you can join us virtually, or in-person at the Sunny Hills Library from 6:30PM - 8:00PM on Tuesday, January 9th, 2024. Google Meet Link: meet.google.com/bgo-cctv-fja ... read full article |
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| PTA General Membership Meeting! All Invited! | 9/29/2023 | 10/10/2023 |
PTA General Membership Meeting! All Invited!Join Us Tomorrow!! Please join us for our first Sunny Hills PTA General Membership Meeting of the year! Everyone is welcome to attend. This meeting will be hybrid, so you can join us virtually (Google Meet link: meet.google.com/but-xhpt-nmf) or in-person at the Sunny Hills Library from 6:30PM - 8:00PM on Tuesday, October 10th, 2023. You can find the agenda for the meeting by clicking here. The minutes from our June 2023 meeting can be reviewed by clicking here. We will be approving out PTA Goals for the 2023/2024 school year, reviewing our Standing Rules, and approving our Operating Budget. We ... read full article |
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| Cultural Night | 9/19/2023 | 10/17/2023 |
Cultural NightWe are excited to host our family-favorite Cultural Night at Sunny Hills again this year! Come enjoy music, dance, games, crafts, and food as we learn about and celebrate the many cultures of Sunny Hills families! See you there!! ... read full article |
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| SHPTA Fall Fundraiser | 9/18/2023 | 9/29/2023 |
SHPTA Fall FundraiserOrange Ruler is back! The Orange Ruler Fun Run is Sunny Hills PTA’s LARGEST FUNDRAISER OF THE YEAR! Support your Sunny Hills PTA by giving a gift that will ensure all of our students have access to enhanced enrichment programs and also ensures that our teachers have the tools they need to boost the existing curriculum. ... read full article |
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| Mustang Meetup on 8/27 between 2 PM and 4 PM at Sunny Hills Elementary | 8/3/2023 | 8/27/2023 |
Mustang Meetup on 8/27 between 2 PM and 4 PM at Sunny Hills ElementaryThis summer, the PTA will once again be hosting meet-ups for our incoming Kinder Mustangs. Meet-ups will be held at Sunny Hills Elementary and Beaver Lake Park (playground near the ballfields) and are an informal way to meet Sunny Hills' students/parents and PTA members. Please contact morganmdye@yahoo.com with any questions. Mustang Meetups: 8/27 between 2 PM and 4 PM at Sunny Hills Elementary . ... read full article |
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| Fall Scholastic Book Fair | 10/5/2023 | 10/14/2023 |
Fall Scholastic Book FairCome join us for the Fall Scholastic Book Fair next week Wednesday Oct 11th - Friday Oct 13th from 4-7pm in the upper gym. There is even an area with book bins where you can pick out books for your kid's teacher. This year we will have a reading corner where staff will be reading some books to kids from 4-4:30pm. https://bookfairs.scholastic.com/bf/sunnyhillses Dates and times: Wednesday October 11th 4pm-7pm Thursday October 12th 4pm-7pm Friday October 13th 4pm-7pm Location: Sunny Hills Upper Gym ... read full article |
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| Join Us! Board of Directors Sunny Hills PTA | 4/1/2024 | 6/18/2024 |
Join Us! Board of Directors Sunny Hills PTAAre you interested in being more involved with the Sunny Hills PTA? We have board positions coming available for the 2024/2025 school year, and we would love to have you join us! Please reach out to Lauren Stephenson at president@sunnyhillspta.org for more information! ... read full article |
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| 5th Grade Grad Yard Signs | 4/1/2024 | 4/24/2024 |
5th Grade Grad Yard SignsGive your 5th grader the recognition they deserve! Now through April 24th, you can order an 18”x 24” yard sign, personalized with your graduate’s name. The yard signs can be purchased for $20. Yards signs are single-sided and come with a step stake to display in your front yard. Be sure to enter your grad’s first name exactly how you want it printed on the sign. Congrats to our 5th graders! Click this link to order yours today! Questions? Please contact Lauren Stephenson president@sunnyhillspta.org ... read full article |
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| STEM Fair | 3/15/2024 | 4/24/2024 |
STEM FairSTEM Fair Family Night April 23, 5:30-7:30pm Are you ready to showcase your creativity, innovation, and passion for Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM)? The STEM Fair will be held on April 23, 2024 from 5:30-7:30pm and it will be your chance to shine! We're calling on all aspiring Scientists, Engineers, Mathematicians, and Tech enthusiasts to sign up for a project to share in a fun, low stress environment (students are NOT expected to stand at their project). Whether you're into robotics, coding, biology, physics, or any other STEM field, this is the perfect platform to share your ideas and ... read full article |
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| 5th Grade Love Lines | Lindsay Olson | 2/28/2024 | 3/16/2024 |
5th Grade Love LinesAttention 5th Grade Parents- for $5 you can purchase a "Love Line" and submit a picture of your graduating 5th Grader in this year's Yearbook! Please visit the Yearbook page for more information. Deadline for submission is March 15th! Don't miss out! ... read full article |
| Spirit Wear | 1/29/2024 | 2/11/2024 |
Spirit WearSunny Hills Spirit Wear is back! If you missed your chance to purchase any Sunny Hills Spirit Wear in the fall now's your chance to snag some swag! Spirit Wear will be available to purchase from Jan. 29- through Feb. 11 so don't miss your opportunity to rock the Mustang colors! Click here to purchase now ! ... read full article |
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| Reflections | 9/21/2023 | 10/21/2023 |
ReflectionsReflections is a National PTA arts recognition program that helps students explore their own thoughts, feelings and ideas, develop artistic literacy, increase confidence, and find a love for learning that will help them become more successful not only in school, but in life. Students participating will create original works of art in response to this year's theme : "I am Hopeful Because..." in one, or more, of the available arts categories: Dance Choreography Film Production Literature Music Composition Photography Visual Arts> Pick up your entry form in the office or complete one online. Submissions are due October 20, 2023, with ... read full article |
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| Purchase Your 23/24 Yearbook Today! | 8/7/2023 | 4/19/2024 |
Purchase Your 23/24 Yearbook Today!Don't be the parent who forgot to purchase a Yearbook! Purchase your student's Yearbook today! ... read full article |
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| Yearbook Cover Contest | 10/10/2023 | 11/9/2023 |
Yearbook Cover ContestDoes your student love drawing? Do they want to showcase their skills for the whole school to see and keep forever?!? If the answer is YES, then submit your drawing for the Yearbook Cover contest by November 13. The drawing can be of whatever Sunny Hills means to them. The school building, Sunny the mascot, their classroom or even their friends! ... read full article |
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| Spring Scholastic Book Fair | 3/15/2024 | 4/2/2024 |
Spring Scholastic Book FairCome shop at the Scholastic Book Fair in the upper gym. Buy books for your reader and for teacher classrooms. Days and times: Thursday 3/21 4-7pm, Friday 3/22 4-7pm ... read full article |
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| ISF Nourish Every Mind Student Showcase | 3/15/2024 | 3/29/2024 |
ISF Nourish Every Mind Student ShowcaseThe ISF Nourish Every Mind Student Showcase Luncheon fundraiser is back! During this 1-hour event, we invite you to reconnect with friends and students over a light lunch as you hear stories of student success and learn more about how you can make a difference. You can register at https://isfdn.org/nourish-every-mind/ and join our Sunny Hills table captain Sandra Ozer. We hope to see you there! ... read full article |
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| Eager Reader Program | 2/16/2024 | 2/23/2024 |
Eager Reader ProgramThe raffle results are in! Congratulations to all the Eager Reader raffle draw winners! Grand Prize Kindle e-Reader - Dhiraj Gajam ( 3rd Grade, Ms. Kim) $25 scholastic Gift Cards Kindergarten - Varun Jegan ( Ms. Weller) 1st Grade - Aditya Vishak (Ms. Wolf) 2nd Grade - Charlie Wang (Ms. Burchecci) 3rd Grade - Neil Nair (Ms. Kim) 4th Grade - Hana Choi (Ms. Willeman) 5th Grade - Vinayak Pampana ( Mr. Arthur) Prizes can be collected at the office front desk. A big Thank you to everyone who contributed to making this program successful . ... read full article |
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| PTA Hosted 2024 Math Challenge Tournament | 2/15/2024 | 3/15/2024 |
PTA Hosted 2024 Math Challenge TournamentCALLING ALL MATH LOVERS! Is your student excited about math? Then please SAVE THE DATE and join us for our PTA sponsored Math Tournament through Ellipsis Math Academy!! The tournament will take place the evening of April 17, 2024, at Sunny Hills. Don't delay in registering your student! Seats are limited and are first come first serve! Registration is open to students who are in grades 2 - 5! (*Grade 1 students can participate, but they will be competing at grade 2 level.) Tournament fee for registering is $25 per student (fee is non-refundable and non-transferable). Last day to register ... read full article |
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| Eager Reader | 2/13/2024 | 2/17/2024 |
Eager Reader📚 Join us in celebrating the phenomenal success of our Eager Reader Program! 🚀 With over 416,500 minutes read and 1,500 prizes won, including 475+ books, it's truly AMAZING! A heartfelt thank you to all the volunteers, teachers, parents, and kids who made this program a resounding success. 🌟 Remember, book prize coupons can be redeemed this Friday, February 16th. Stay tuned for the announcement of the raffle winners and our grand prize! Thank you for making reading an adventure for our eager readers! 📖🎉Go Mustangs !! ... read full article |
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| THANK YOU!! | 2/12/2024 | 3/9/2024 |
THANK YOU!!Over 416,500 minutes were read by our Mustangs during our Eager Reader PTA program! Incredible! Behind every successful PTA event and program, are our hard working Chairs. Big THANK YOU to Reshmi Pillai and Suchitra Nair for motivating and rewarding all of our students over the last five weeks. We could not have done this without your dedication to this program! THANK YOU!! ... read full article |
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| THANK YOU, Sharada! You are the Bee's Knees! | 2/9/2024 | 3/1/2024 |
THANK YOU, Sharada! You are the Bee's Knees!A great big PTA THANK YOU to Sharada Hosur for hosting our annual Scripps National Spelling Bee! There were nearly 80 students participating in this event and we want to be sure to acknowledge all of Sharada's hard work and effort in making this PTA event successful for our Mustangs. Thank you, Sharada!! You are the bee's knees! ... read full article |
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| Eager Reader Program | 2/9/2024 | 2/12/2024 |
Eager Reader ProgramFinal day for Eager Reader! Remember to log your reading minutes by tonight to maximize your efforts and earn exciting prizes. Bring your book coupons to redeem your books during the second recess today. Let's finish Strong! Go Mustangs! ... read full article |
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| ParentWiser - Parent Education in Issaquah Schools | 2/8/2024 | 3/8/2024 |
ParentWiser - Parent Education in Issaquah SchoolsParentWiser brings the latest research and educational information into the homes of our student families to support parents in raising thriving individuals. We are made possible by a partnership with the Issaquah School District PTSA and Issaquah Schools Foundation. ... read full article |
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| Eager Reader Program | 2/5/2024 | 2/10/2024 |
Eager Reader ProgramCelebrate the triumph of week 4 in Eager Reader ! With 370 enthusiastic young minds and over 1300 prizes, including 380+ captivating books, the Mustangs are on fire. Kudos to everyone - let's keep the literary momentum rolling into our final week! ... read full article |
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| Eager Reader Program | 2/2/2024 | 2/5/2024 |
Eager Reader ProgramLog your week 4 reading minutes by tonight! 350+ kids have earned over 980 prizes including 200 books. Book prize coupons can be redeemed today at second recess. ... read full article |
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| Do you know your PTA Board? | 2/1/2024 | 3/1/2024 |
Do you know your PTA Board?Come and meet your 2023/2024 Sunny Hills PTA Board! We are excited to introduce ourselves and we hope to get to know you better throughout the year. Click here and scroll down to see the Board's bios. ... read full article |
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| Recognition Awards - Nominate your favorite volunteer & educator! | 1/29/2024 | 2/17/2024 |
Recognition Awards - Nominate your favorite volunteer & educator!It is that time of year! We need to recognize our fantastic Volunteers and Educators . You have seen them around school, you have admired their dedication, you wish you had the time to do what they do - now is your chance to recognize them. There is no better compliment than getting recognized by your peers. No one volunteers or educates to get the recognition, they do it to enrich the lives of our children. But how nice it is to know that they are appreciated! ... read full article |
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| ParentWiser - Parent Education in Issaquah Schools | 1/17/2024 | 2/8/2024 |
ParentWiser - Parent Education in Issaquah SchoolsParentWiser brings the latest research and educational information into the homes of our student families to support parents in raising thriving individuals. We are made possible by a partnership with the Issaquah School District PTSA and Issaquah Schools Foundation. ... read full article |
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| Bingo & Brownies | 1/16/2024 | 2/7/2024 |
Bingo & BrowniesOn Tuesday February 6th, 2024 from 5:30-7:30pm, join us for an evening of Bingo in the Sunny Hills MPR/Gym. A tasty Brownie* will be provided for everyone in attendance. Can't wait to see everyone at this fun Family Event! *Gluten Free option will be available ... read full article |
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| Eager Reader Program | 1/16/2024 | 1/19/2024 |
Eager Reader ProgramWeek 1 - 53200+ total minutes of reading and lots of prizes earned. Way to go mustangs! Great to see the participation. If you haven’t started yet, it's not too late!! Grab a book today and start reading. Information on the Eager Reader program can be found on the Sunny Hills PTA website here . We have exciting prizes this year . ... read full article |
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| SHPTA Advocating for Students | 1/8/2024 | 2/5/2024 |
SHPTA Advocating for StudentsIn the month of January, the Sunny Hills PTA is focusing on inclusion and supporting special education. Washington State PTA has consistently advocated for fully funding education since the 1980s. Special Education started to be a Legislative Priority starting in the 1989 to 1990 Legislative Session. The Washington State PTA supports families and students with disabilities in the following ways: https://www.wastatepta.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/2023-2024-WSPTA-Legislative-Platform.pdf Washington State PTA has educated PTA leaders about how to support families and students with disabilities at the Convention and other Regional training events. Washington State PTA has been supporting Special Education PTAs since 2006, and they now support ... read full article |
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| Eager Reader 2024 | 1/8/2024 | 1/13/2024 |
Eager Reader 2024Eager Reader starts today. This PTA sponsored program will run for 5 weeks Jan 8- Feb 9th 2024. More information can be found on the PTA website . ( provide) Happy Reading ! Please contact the chairs eagerreader@sunnyhillspta.org for any assistance ... read full article |
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| Eager Reader Program | 1/1/2024 | 2/10/2024 |
Eager Reader ProgramEager Reader is a SHPTA-sponsored program designed to encourage all students to read more outside of school hours. This optional 5-week reading program offers fun incentives and prizes along the way. Prizes will be distributed weekly. Students log minutes on the PTA website and parents approve them before Tuesday at 10 pm to be counted for prizes. ... read full article |
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| PTA General Membership Meeting! All Invited! | 12/15/2023 | 1/11/2024 |
PTA General Membership Meeting! All Invited!Save the Date! Please join us for our January Sunny Hills PTA General Membership Meeting! Everyone is welcome to attend. This meeting will be hybrid, so you can join us virtually or in-person at the Sunny Hills Library from 6:30PM - 8:00PM on Tuesday, January 9th, 2024. We are looking forward to seeing all of you after our First Winter Break! ... read full article |
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| Annual Staff Cookie Exchange | 12/1/2023 | 12/15/2023 |
Annual Staff Cookie ExchangeDear Families, On Thursday December 14th, the PTA will host the annual staff holiday cookie exchange where staff take home a plate filled with a variety of homemade cookies to share with their family and friends! This is a long standing tradition at Sunny Hills and a staff favorite! If you have a favorite family seasonal cookie or other homemade treat you would be willing to make, please sign up HERE . Please sign up for one spot for each dozen you intend to contribute. The cookies will need to be delivered to the school on December 13th by 4:30pm ... read full article |
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| GIVING TUESDAY | 11/20/2023 | 12/1/2023 |
GIVING TUESDAYMake a Difference in the Health and Safety for Every Child In this season of gratitude and giving, you can be the change for our nation’s children. You empower every child’s future and invest in our student’s well-being across the country when you make a gift this Giving Tuesday, Nov. 28. PTA is #HerefortheKids, and we know you are too. Thank you! https://www.pta.org/home/About-National-Parent-Teacher-Association/Donate/Giving-Tuesday ... read full article |
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| Thank you Julie and Joy! | 11/16/2023 | 11/17/2023 |
Thank you Julie and Joy!Many, many thanks to our PTA Reflections Art Program Chairs, Julie Schaar and Joy Lai! Our students will be forever grateful that you stepped up and took on this role so that our Mustangs could have the opportunity to participate in this National PTA Art Program! Thank you, Julie and Joy! We appreciate you! ... read full article |
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| Spelling Bee | 10/31/2023 | 2/15/2024 |
Spelling BeeDetails more details, click here. ... read full article |
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| It is not too late to join the PTA! | 10/24/2023 | 6/19/2024 |
It is not too late to join the PTA!It is never too late to join the PTA! Did you know that other than supporting local, state, and national efforts to improve the lives of children and their families through membership, there are other perks to being a member of the PTA? Washington State PTA members can save money through member discount providers. WSPTA collaborates with businesses and associations that support WSPTA’s mission and vision. As part of that relationship, these organizations offer members special discounts. Click here to find out more and join us today! https://www.wastatepta.org/get-involved/member-discounts/ ... read full article |
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| Fall Donation Drive | 10/23/2023 | 11/8/2023 |
Fall Donation DriveHello Sunny Hills Community! Please join the Sunny Hills PTA, teachers, and student council in supporting the Issaquah Food and Clothing Bank by donating a food item or two, October 25th - November 8th or a $25 gift card for their Holiday Gift Program! Fall Food Drive: The highest need items have been split into grade groups, but please feel free to donate any items from the list . Containers will be placed in the front foyer of the school on the upper and lower levels. Thank you for your support of our Fall Food Drive! Item Grade Cereal and ... read full article |
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| Literacy and Family Reading Experience | 10/16/2023 | 11/1/2023 |
Literacy and Family Reading ExperienceIn the month of October, the SHPTA is focusing on literacy with the National PTAs Family Reading Experience. You can find resources here: https://www.pta.org/home/programs/family-reading PTA is committed to helping families support their child’s development of literacy skills and encourage a love of reading through access to books, particularly those that reflect the diversity of our world. Studies show... Just like going for a jog exercises your cardiovascular system, reading regularly improves memory function by giving your brain a good workout. Reading books about different people, places and experiences is critical to healthy child development and should be a priority, particularly ... read full article |
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| And The Winner Is... | 10/2/2023 | 10/16/2023 |
And The Winner Is...BIG CONGRATS to Ms. Weller's Kindergarten class for coming out on top during our SHPTA Annual Giving Campaign! Each of Ms. Weller's students will get to take home a gift certificate for one dozen Krispy Kreme donuts!! And congratulations to the top 10 classes from our Orange Ruler Fundraising event! These classes will have the opportunity to participate in our Sunny Hills Mustang Races! Big thank you to all of our Sunny Hills families for your participation and congratulations to the students in the following classes: Kindergarten - Ms. Weller and Ms. Apman 1st Grade - Ms. Sylvers 2nd Grade ... read full article |
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| Orange Ruler Popsicle Recess Winners!! | 9/24/2023 | 10/1/2023 |
Orange Ruler Popsicle Recess Winners!!The first results are in! Our Orange Ruler Popsicle Recess winners are: Mrs. Vargas' 3rd Grade Class, Mrs. Rebecca Clark's Kindergarten Class, and Mr. Arthur's 5th Grade Class!! These classes were able to send the most email invitations to participate in our PTA Orange Ruler Fall Fundraiser! They will be rewarded with extra recess time and Otter Pops. We are very excited to celebrate with these students! Thank you very much to all of the parents and caregivers who are participating and supporting our Sunny Hills PTA. We are still not done!! Final Turn-In Day is Wednesday so let's keep ... read full article |
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| Sign Up to Join Sunny Hills PTA! | 9/14/2023 | 6/18/2024 |
Sign Up to Join Sunny Hills PTA!Being part of the PTA is a great way to get involved at the school and to know teachers, staff, and other parents. When you join, you receive several benefits, including access to the online Sunny Hills student directory. Part of your membership fee is directed to the state and national PTA, which is the main source of advocacy at the government level for our children. Please note that membership does not carry over from year-to-year, so you'll need to renew to be part of SHPTA for the current school year! Join here! ... read full article |
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| Meet the Teacher Photos | 9/14/2023 | 10/1/2023 |
Meet the Teacher PhotosPlease send in your photo with Sunny the mustang from “Meet the Teacher” for the school Yearbook! https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1--uaV8gttkhgql-NO_aCUgX8yEvYqZwu ... read full article |
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| PTA Healthy Minds | 9/14/2023 | 10/1/2023 |
PTA Healthy MindsNational Suicide Prevention Awareness Month It is never too early to start reducing risk factors for suicide and increasing the protective factors in children’s lives. September is National Suicide Prevention Month and the Sunny Hills PTA wants to focus on our community and our student's mental health. Do you know how to prioritize your child's mental health? Did you know that PTA has tools to help you and your family become proactive about mental health? National PTA has developed the PTA Healthy Minds Program to help families make mental health an everyday priority. Check out the resources on this webpage, ... read full article |
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| ParentWiser - Parent Education in Issaquah Schools | 9/12/2023 | 10/4/2023 |
ParentWiser - Parent Education in Issaquah SchoolsParentWiser brings the latest research and educational information into the homes of our student families to support parents in raising thriving individuals. We are made possible by a partnership with the Issaquah School District PTSA and Issaquah Schools Foundation. ... read full article |
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| SHPTA Family Survey | 8/7/2023 | 12/1/2023 |
SHPTA Family SurveyPlease help our Sunny Hills PTA to best serve our students and families by sharing your thoughts and experiences in our Family Survey . We look forward to how your feedback will positively influence the events, programs, and PTA community experience! ... read full article |
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| School Tool Box | 8/7/2023 | 8/21/2023 |
School Tool BoxMake back to school shopping easier with the School Tool Box! Purchase prepackaged school supplies specific to your child's grade and have them mailed directly to you! Click here to find your grade. ... read full article |
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| Enrollment Verification Process | 8/4/2023 | 8/18/2023 |
Enrollment Verification ProcessDon't forget all returning students need to complete the Enrollment Verification Process beginning Monday Aug. 7 until Sunday Aug. 13! Visit the Sunny Hills Elementary School website or login to your Family Access account for more information. ... read full article |
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| ParentWiser - Parent Education in Issaquah Schools | 11/7/2023 | 1/17/2024 |
ParentWiser - Parent Education in Issaquah SchoolsParentWiser brings the latest research and educational information into the homes of our student families to support parents in raising thriving individuals. We are made possible by a partnership with the Issaquah School District PTSA and Issaquah Schools Foundation. ... read full article |
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| ParentWiser - Parent Education in Issaquah Schools | 10/4/2023 | 11/7/2023 |
ParentWiser - Parent Education in Issaquah SchoolsParentWiser brings the latest research and educational information into the homes of our student families to support parents in raising thriving individuals. We are made possible by a partnership with the Issaquah School District PTSA and Issaquah Schools Foundation. ... read full article |