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PTA Social Event

Pints & Ponytails 🍦

Grab your favorite little hairstyling partner for an afternoon of ice cream and hair fun! Professional hair artists will share easy tips for ponytails, braids, and quick everyday styles, and adults and kids get to practice together.

Pints & Ponytails event flyer

When: Sunday, November 15 · 3:00–4:00 PM or 4:15–5:15 PM
Where: Jaimie Birtel Photography Studio
Cost: $50 per pair (1 adult + 1 child)

 

100% of proceeds go to Island Park PTA. Huge thanks to Jaimie Birtel Photography for donating the studio and the hair artists! Space is limited, so pick your session when you register.

 

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Volunteers Needed

Hearing & Vision Screening Day

Thursday, November 12th · Island Park Library

 

We’re looking for parent volunteers to help with our Hearing and Vision Screening Day! Your time and support will help the day run smoothly and make sure our students get the screenings they need.

No experience is necessary — just a willingness to help!

 

Choose a Shift

1

Morning

9:10 AM – 12:15 PM
2

Afternoon

12:45 PM – 2:30 PM

 

Thank you for supporting our school community!

 

Help Spread the Word: MIHS Key Club Hygiene Drive

Through Friday, November 20th · Mercer Island High School

  

The Mercer Island High School Key Club is collecting hygiene essentials for communities in need, and they would greatly appreciate our help spreading the word. Donations are being accepted through Friday, November 6th.

 

Where to Drop Off

 

  • MIHS office: Weekdays, 7:00 AM–3:00 PM
  • Donation boxes: MIHS main hallway, lunchroom, library, art hall, and the ends of the 100, 200, and 300 hallways

 

Items Needed

 

  • Bars of soap
  • Feminine hygiene products
  • Razors
  • Laundry pods
  • Deodorant
  • Shampoo
  • Toothpaste
  • Dish soap

For more information, follow the Key Club at @MI_KEYCLUB. Thank you for supporting our neighbors and the students leading this effort!

 

Bingo Night Is Almost Here!

Friday, November 13th · Islander Middle School

 

Island Park PTA Bingo Night flyer: Friday, November 13, 6:00 to 8:00 PM at Islander Middle School, plus experience raffles. Sponsored by Dr. Lauren Engelmann Direct Primary Care.

 

Bingo Night is coming up soon! Grab your family and friends and join us for an evening of bingo, prizes, and community fun.

 

Event Details

 

  • When: Friday, November 13th, 6:00–8:00 PM
  • Doors open: 5:45 PM
  • Where: Islander Middle School
  • Plus: Raffles for both kids and adults!

 

We Still Need Volunteers

 

An event like this only happens with help from our community. If you can spare some time that evening, please sign up for a volunteer shift.

 

A big thank you to our sponsor, Dr. Lauren Engelmann Direct Primary Care, and to everyone who donated prizes from our registry. We can’t wait to see you there!

 
Volunteer

Library Volunteers Needed

Help our Eagles discover a love of reading

 

Our school library runs on parent power! Volunteers help out by:

  • Helping students find books
  • Handling checkouts
  • Shelving materials

Your support keeps the library running smoothly. Choose your child’s class below to sign up.

Kindergarten

 

1st Grade

 

2nd Grade

 

3rd Grade

 

3rd/4th Grade

 

4th Grade

 

5th Grade

 

Order Your 5th Grade Sweatshirt by October 30!

5th grade sweatshirt

Calling all 5th grade families! It's time to order this year's 5th grade sweatshirt, one of the most loved traditions of the final year at Island Park. Orders close October 30.

 

Each sweatshirt features every student's name and the graduation year, and it's the star of sweatshirt signing day later in the year.

 

Details & Ordering

You'll also find the year's other 5th grade highlights there, including the party, yearbook and 5th grade camp.

 
Volunteer

Wanted: Island Park Eagles!

Suit up as our mascot at school events

 

Be the Eagle

Have you ever dreamed of being wildly popular with elementary school kids while wearing a giant eagle head? Now’s your chance! We’re looking for parents, grandparents, and family members to suit up as our Island Park Eagle at school events.

 

No mascot experience (or dance skills!) required—just school spirit and plenty of high-fives. Join our list of Eagle-ready volunteers and we’ll reach out when the next opportunity comes up. No commitment to every event—jump in when you can!

 

Questions? Email president@islandparkpta.org

           
Call for Entries

PTA Reflections Art Contest

This year’s theme

“What My Culture Means to Me”

 

 
Reflections Call for Entries
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Students in Pre-K through grade 12 are invited to create an original work inspired by the theme in dance choreography, film production, literature, music composition, photography or visual arts.

 

Entries due Monday, November 30 by 4:00 P.M.

 

After-School Programs

Fall Enrichment

Hands-on classes right here at Island Park, starting at 3:45 PM

 
Monday

Piano

3:45–4:50 PM · Room 8

Tuesday

Curiosity Club (K–3)

3:45–5:00 PM · Room 4

Petals Art

3:45–5:00 PM · Room 8

Thursday

Chess Club

3:45–4:45 PM · Library

Speech & Debate (K–5)

3:45–4:50 PM · Room 4

Friday

Mini Med School

3:45–4:45 PM · Room 8

2026–2027 School Year

Welcome Back, Eagles!

Your guide to getting connected with the Island Park PTA

 
Step 1

Complete the Back-to-School Parent Pack

One stop to take care of it all:

  • Join the PTA (paid membership grants full access to the password-protected online directory)
  • Donate to the PTA Fundraising Ask Campaign (donations are tax deductible)
  • Pay the school supply fee — the PTA has coordinated with the school to pre-order all necessary supplies
  • Donate an Eagle Birthday Book to the Island Park Library on behalf of your student
Open the Parent Pack
Step 2

Volunteer – Get Involved!

Volunteering at Island Park is a great way to get involved inside or outside the classroom — we love our volunteers because they make our events fun and successful! A few ways to jump in right now:

See All Volunteer Opportunities
Step 3

Stay in the Loop

  • Create an account to subscribe to Eagle eNews for school and PTA updates. Not sure if you’re subscribed? Check My Account > Settings > Subscriptions.
  • Follow us on Facebook.
  • Sync the Island Park PTA Calendar to your own calendar.
  • Sign up for Flash Alert for immediate email/text updates during weather delays or closures.