Welcome to Issaquah PTSA Council
2026-27 September GMM: Thursday, September 24, 2026
Hybrid, 10am – 12pm
LINK: Issaquah PTSA Council Membership Meeting Documents.
Standards of Affiliation (SOA) Agreement checklist
2026-2027 Multicultural Calendar
Frequent Asked Questions for PTA/PTSA
Issaquah PTSA Council Official Statement
ParentWiser Workshop: Tell My Story — SHIFT: Do What Moves You
Tell My Story: SHIFT — Do What Moves You. Film by Jason Reid
September 29th | 7:00-8:30pm | ISD Administration Building
Registration: https://forms.
Join Issaquah PTSA Council ParentWiser and Parenting Upstream for a special evening featuring SHIFT: Do What Moves You, a hope-centered documentary from Tell My Story that explores youth mental well-being, resilience, and the power of taking action during difficult times.
Through real stories from 13 young people—including athletes, artists, performers, and other youth—SHIFT encourages students to move from problem to possibility, build a sense of agency, and discover what can help them navigate challenging moments.
Two screenings. One evening. Two dedicated spaces.
- Middle & High School Parents/Caregivers: Screening + guided post-film discussion focused on understanding, supporting, and connecting with today’s youth.
- High School Students: Screening + youth-centered discussion focused on hope, self-awareness, empowerment, and practical ways to navigate difficult times.
Each screening will be followed by guided dialogue led by Parenting Upstream and a clinical mental health professional, creating a supportive space for questions, connection, and meaningful conversation.
Tell My Story believes that stories change people—and when young people feel seen, heard, and supported, real change becomes possible.
Art Docent Conference – November 7, 2026
This year’s Art Docent Conference will be held on November 7, 2026, at Clark Elementary, 9am – 4pm.
We invite all the elementary schools’ PTA/PTSA art docent chairs and volunteers to join this conference. The registration will open in mid-October. Please stay tuned.
This Story Needs Your Voice:
Student Reflections & Family Stories
The Issaquah History Museum, The Circle and Issaquah PTSA Council Family and Community Engagement invite students and community members to participate in This Story Needs Your Voice, a meaningful project that explores an important chapter of local history—the experiences of Chinese immigrants in Squak Valley (now Issaquah), including the events surrounding the 1885 attack on Chinese workers.
Through creative expression and personal storytelling, participants are encouraged to reflect on how history shapes our communities and identities. By connecting historical learning with family stories and individual perspectives, this project aims to deepen empathy, promote cultural understanding, and strengthen a sense of belonging within the Issaquah community.
After learning about this history, participants can share their reflections, family stories, and perspectives through art, comics, writing, poetry, storytelling video, slides, or infographics. This free community project encourages participants to connect history with personal identity, build empathy and cultural understanding, and add their own voices to the stories that shape our community.
Registration Deadline: October 31, 2026
Project Submission Deadline: December 6, 2026
Who Can Participate: ISD K–12 students and Issaquah residents
Cost: Free
Every participant will receive a certificate and small appreciation prize.
Register: https://forms.gle/
Explore the History: Before creating your submission, please review the historical resources: Issaquah History Museum: 1885 Attack on Chinese Workers https://www.
Additional resources: Wikipedia, HistoryNet, the Issaquah History Museum’s interview with Dallas Darst, and Strangers in the Land by Michael Luo.
2026-27 Reflections Theme:
What My Culture Means to Me
We’re excited to welcome the new school year — and with it, the Reflections National Art Contest! This year’s theme is “What My Culture Means to Me.”
Culture shapes who we are. It brings people together, celebrates our differences, and fills our lives with joy. In a world where so many cultures meet and connect, this contest is a wonderful chance for our students to explore their own heritage and share it through art.
Students can enter in any category — visual arts, photography, literature, music composition, film production, or dance choreography. We can’t wait to see what our young artists create!
Questions: Reflections@IssaquahPTSA.org
ParentWiser Program 2026-27
ParentWiser is Issaquah PTSA Council’s parent education program, created to connect families with helpful information, expert resources, and practical tools to support students throughout the school year. We are excited to offer several upcoming events this fall:
- September 29 – Youth Mental Well-Being: SHIFT, Do What Moves You
For parents and high school students, in partnership with Parenting Upstream and Tell My Story
6:30–8:00 PM | ISD Administration Building | Registration Link - October 20 – E-Bike Safety | Registration Link
In partnership with King County Police, City of Issaquah Police, and the ISD Safety Department
6:30–8:00 PM | Zoom - November 10 – Youth Work Rights
In partnership with Washington State Labor & Industries and The Circle
Zoom sessions in three languages:
English: 12:00–1:00 PM
Spanish: 6:00–7:00 PM
Mandarin: 7:00–8:00 PM
More ParentWiser workshops will be added throughout the year as we continue planning. Please watch the Issaquah PTSA Council newsletter for upcoming topics, registration information, and event details.
Questions? Contact ParentWiser@issaquahptsa.org
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About Us
The Issaquah PTSA Council serves 27 local PTAs and PTSAs within the Issaquah School District, in the cities of Issaquah, Renton, Bellevue, Preston, Newcastle and Sammamish. Issaquah PTSA Council is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to child advocacy in the state of Washington. Our mission is to advocate for children at the local and state levels; build strong PTAs/PTSAs through education and leadership support; and provide collaborative opportunities between PTAs/PTSAs, the school district, and other community organizations concerned with the health, welfare, and education of all children.
Issaquah PTSA Council is a member org of Washington State PTA and National PTA.