ICS PTSA NEWSLETTER

March 11, 2025

See the ICS Calendar for more upcoming event dates.

ICS INTERNATIONAL NIGHT

ICS International Night is an exciting event that celebrates the diverse cultures and traditions within our community. Join us April 25 at 6:00 PM for an evening filled with vibrant performances, delicious international cuisine, and engaging activities that showcase the rich heritage of our participants.

This event is a wonderful opportunity to connect with others, learn about different cultures, and enjoy a night of fun and food. To sign up for ICS International Night, please fill out this form by April 10. We can't wait to celebrate with you! Email tazoz@icsptsa.org with any questions.

ICS COOKBOOK

The ICS Cookbook is a delightful project that brings together the diverse culinary traditions of our community. This cookbook will feature a collection of cherished recipes from around the world, contributed by members of our community. Whether you are a seasoned chef or a home cook, this cookbook offers a unique opportunity to share your favorite dishes and discover new ones.

We invite you to contribute your recipes and be a part of this exciting culinary journey.

To participate, please submit your recipes for the ICS Cookbook by May 15. To view the current version, please click here. Contact tazoz@icsptsa.org with any questions.

REFLECTIONS 2024-25 STATE WINNERS

We are excited to share that two of our student entries have moved on to the national level of the Reflections art contest:

1. Hria Karthikeyan - Grade 8, Film Production

2. Himadyuthi Gowda - Grade 10, Photography

Congratulations, and good luck at nationals!

KEY CLUB TALENT SHOW

Key Club will be hosting this year’s Talent Show on April 30 during homeroom! Auditions are March 31 - April 4 before school in Mr. Plank’s classroom. Sign up for auditions here. If you choose to send a video submission, send it to icskeyclubsecretary@outlook.com. Please include your name, grade, type of act, and any materials needed. All acts must be school appropriate. We encourage a wide variety of acts such as magic, juggling, acting, and more! Good luck!

FOCUS WEEK - DRIVERS NEEDED FOR 9TH GRADE EXCURSION

Who: Any volunteer who is approved or able to get approval, and who is 25+ years old with auto liability insurance. This opportunity is open to ALL volunteers, including any grade level parent, legal guardian, sibling, aunt, uncle, grandparent, or community member with a meaningful connection to an ICS family. Ninth grade parents and family are encouraged to volunteer.

What: This will be a full day of driving students around Whidbey Island, including from Camp Casey to Port Townsend, for the Whidbey Island - Grade 9 Experience. (More details to come.)

When: TBD - expect a full day midweek commitment during Focus Week (May 19-22), likely Wednesday, May 21.

What to do now: Review the Authorization for Use of Private Auto and ensure you can volunteer. Apply to Volunteer if your status will expire before Focus Week.

More details will be forthcoming as plans are finalized. If you are certain now that you can volunteer, please let jsnowden@lwsd.org know with the number of students you can transport. Thank you!

OUTDOOR WEED & MULCH EVENT

Our next Outdoor Weed & Mulch Event will be held on Saturday, March 22, from 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM. Parents and ICS students are welcome. This is a great way to earn 2 volunteer hours and make an immediate positive impact on campus! Sign up here. For questions, email jhuybregts@icsptsa.org.

JOIN THE SPRING CLEANING EVENT!

Our next Indoor Cleaning Event will be held at ICS on Wednesday, April 2, from 5:30 PM - 8:00 PM. Earn 2.5 hours per family member who participates AND bring a smile to our teachers' faces when they walk in the next day! Cleaning supplies and food/drinks are provided. Please sign up here. Thank you!

THE NOMINATIONS COMMITTEE SEEKS NEW BOARD MEMBERS

The ICS PTSA has many open roles, and we need your support!

The Nominations Committee has begun the process of finding new ICS PTSA Board members to fill the following open positions by May 2025:

• Co-President

• Co-Treasurer

• Co-Secretary (2)

• VP Community and Facilities Support

• VP Activities Support

All ICS PTSA members and students who would like to take a more active role in supporting our school are welcome to apply. Serving on the ICS PTSA Board is a great opportunity to be more engaged in school life and to quickly earn volunteer hours.

More information about the roles and key responsibilities can be found here: ICS PTSA Position Descriptions for Officers. Board positions require a 2-year commitment and participation at all PTSA Board and parent meetings.

To nominate yourself or another parent, send an email to nominations@icsptsa.org by Sunday, March 23 with the following information:

• First and Last Name

• Mobile Phone Number

• Email Address

• Board Position of Interest

The Committee will then interview all nominated candidates. If you have any questions, do not hesitate to contact us (Wing Xu, Carmen Karagiorgos, and Julie Liu) at nominations@icsptsa.org.

FREE COLLEGE ADMISSIONS 101 WEBINARS HOSTED BY PTSA

The PTSA has organized a free webinar series for parents, featuring three experienced college counselors who have been working with students and families in the Puget Sound area. These sessions will provide a College Admissions 101 overview, covering key aspects of the application process and offering expert insights. Each session is likely to cover similar information, so you have the flexibility to attend the one that fits your schedule. If you have specific questions you’d like addressed, please email smittal@icsptsa.org in advance. 

Session #1 - PathIvy

Wednesday, March 19, 7:00 - 8:00 PM

Zoom link here

Session #2 - Polaris College Counseling

Tuesday, March 25, 7:00 - 8:00 PM

Google Meet link here

Session #3 - Ivy Academic Prep 

Wednesday, March 26, 7:00 - 8:00 PM

Meeting ID: 346 396 0170  

Zoom link here

Passcode: 3HkUee

The Lake Washington Schools Foundation also organizes several webinars to help parents prepare their kids for college: explore these valuable resources here.