1. Pacific Cascade MS PTSA
Membership Meeting
January 18, 2018

2. Agenda Secretary’s Report School Leadership Report
2018 Levy Presentation: School Board Member Lisa Callan
Levy Endorsement Vote
Officers’ and Directors’ Reports
Election of Nominating Committee

3. Secretary’s Report
Approval of minutes from November 16, 2017, membership meeting
Awards Committee
Our PTSA gives three types of awards annually:
Golden Acorn (outstanding volunteer)
Outstanding Advocate
Outstanding Educator
Submit nominations online by Friday, March 2, at:
If you’d like to join the Awards Committee, please Susan Hansen at:

4. School Leadership Report
Report from Principal Dana Bailey

5. 2018 Levy Presentation
ISD School Board Member Lisa Callan

6. Levy Endorsement
We have three renewal levies that will be on the February 13, 2018, ballot.
A two-year Educational Programs and Operations (EP&O) Levy (formerly M&O Levy) in the amount of of $36,300,000 in 2018 for collection in 2019; in the amount of 44,900,000 in 2019 for collection in
A one-year School Bus Levy in the amount of $2,000, in 2019.
A four-year Capital Levy (with educational technology and critical repairs components in the amount of 26,571,000 in 2019; 16,775,000 in 2020; 17,170,000 in 2021; and 18,000,000 in 2022.
In order for our PTSA to advocate for a “yes” vote for these three replacement levies, we need to have an endorsement vote.

7. Nominating Committee
Article 5, Section 5 of the WSPTA Uniform Bylaws requires the formation of a Nominating Committee.
The Committee shall submit to membership a signed, written report at least 15 days prior to the next BOD election of the name(s) of one or more candidates for each office to be filled.
Qualifications for Candidates
Committee shall consist of three members elected at a Membership Meeting.
Members shall have been members in good standing of a local PTA for at least 30 days preceding their election.
No person shall be eligible to serve more than two consecutive terms.
Neither the president nor the school principal is eligible to serve.

8. Nominating Committee
Call for nominations: 1. 2. 3.

9. Presidents’ Report
Open Positions: Director of Programs, Staff Appreciation Week Chair, 8th Grade Party Chair
STEMposium, February 15, 2018, at Issaquah HS, 6:00-8:00pm, more information at:
Nourish Every Mind Luncheon – May 10, 2018

10. Treasurer’s Report November/December Highlights:
All income and expenses as expected and within budget
Income primarily from Corporate Matching
Expenses paid include:
Book Fair
Fall Enrichment Grants
Membership Fees

11. Treasurer’s Report
Mid-Year Financial Review completed on January 12, 2017
No issues found
Recommend increasing documentation re: on-line log-ins and passwords
Thank you to Michelle Cash, Cheryl Furey, and Tracie Kinsley for completing the review
Bank statements have been opened and reviewed by a non-signer on the account
AIM Insurance renewed and paid on November 17, 2017
No claims filed against insurance in November or December

12. Membership Member Enrollment – CY 750 / PY 839
Membership Percentage – 77% (976 students)
11 members added in November and December

13. Programs Holiday Gift Barn Two carloads of gifts
delivered to Pickering Barn
on December 4 & 5
Thank you to Chair Kristin Moritz and to all the donors who gave generously to the Holiday Gift Barn and the PCMS Angel Network.

14. Programs Reflections 12 entries sent to District
District Reception & Art
Showcase was Jan. 9, 2018, at Issaquah High School
Four PCMS artists were chosen to advance to the State-level competition:
Emmalina Adkins (Music Composition)
Katherine Farr (Dance Choreography)
Genevieve McMillin (Literature)
Andrea Rettke (Photography)
Congratulations to all our fantastic artists!!

15. Events Celebration of Cultures Night March 8, 2018, from 6:30-8:30pm
Japanese, Norwegian, Egyptian, Indian … what’s YOUR family heritage?
A little creativity, a heart to share your cultural pride, and lots of fun are all it takes to join in for the Celebration of Cultures event. Team up with neighbors or friends to host your own unique cultural booth/display. Share traditions and customs, food, dance, costume, displays, and/or interactive activities/crafts that celebrate the heritage, history, and culture of your family.
Contact ASAP –
Laura Meserole, PCMS Counselor -
Kekoa and Lynnette Lwin, PTSA Parent Liaisons -

16. ASB/Lynx Life “Cascade Corner” (student store) reopened on January 5
Upcoming volunteer opportunities:
2nd Annual Clash of Cans Food Drive – Jan. 23, 25, and 30 & Feb. 1 and 5
5-8 Volunteers, 8:30-9:30am
Count food donations received   
Locker Cleanout – Feb. 15
10 Volunteers, 8:00-8:30am
Assist with locker clean out before 2nd Winter Break

17. Advocacy Focus Day: Monday, January 29 Advocacy Week:
January 29 – February 5
Sign up for the Voter Voice

18. Parent Education
ParentWiser is a parenting lecture series comprised of local and nationally-known experts who are invited to share the latest information in effective parenting with parents of the Issaquah School District.
Upcoming Speaker Series events include:
Jan. 24th – Angst Film Documentary with Q&A Panel
Feb. 7th – Stress on the Rise, Dr. Laura Kastner
May 16th – Peaceful Parent, Happy Kids, Dr. Laura Markham
May 17th – Peaceful Parent, Happy Siblings, Dr. Laura Markham
Attendance at ParentWiser events is free for PTSA Members of Issaquah District schools.
Register at ParentWiser.org

19. Volunteers Upcoming volunteer opportunities:
Staff Appreciation Breakfast – February 7th
We will be setting up a yogurt bar for the teachers in the library. Look for an with a list of the donations we will need.   
8th Grade Party Chair – June
Usually an evening of the last full week of school. Has been 6:00-8:00pm last few years. Responsibilities include:
Contact the PCMS staff person overseeing promotion activities and set up a 45-minute meeting review details from previous year and establish awareness of new changes.
Create Google Doc for volunteer sign-ups and prize donations.
Contact requested restaurant to order catering for the event.
Coordinate volunteers for each of the above events.

20. Feeding Student Success January is National Mentoring Month
Issaquah Schools Foundation
Feeding Student Success
January is National Mentoring Month
Dining for Kids
February 7
Agave Cocina
March 7
Ohana

21. New Business

22. Adjourned.
Thank you for coming!