ICS PTSA NEWSLETTER

April 7, 2026

April 8	IB CAS Parent Volunteer Information Meeting
April 9	ICS PTSA Parent Meeting 7:00 PM, Online
April 14	ICS Program Scholarship Application Deadline
April 17	International Night Sign-Up Deadline
April 13 - 17	NO SCHOOL Spring Break

See the ICS Calendar for more upcoming events.

FROM PTSA

ICS PTSA Senior Scholarship Program

Great News! The 2026 ICS PTSA Senior Scholarship Program deadline has been extended to April 14. Applications for our Annual Senior Scholarships are open. Don't miss the chance to apply!

We know that achievement looks different for everyone. Whether you’ve poured your heart into community service, balanced intense extracurriculars, or shown a relentless drive for self-improvement, we want to hear your story. Our scholarship program is designed to celebrate well-rounded students who have made an impact both inside and outside the classroom.

🏆 The Awards. This year, independent judges will select three winners to receive:

Gold Winner: $2,000
Silver Winner: $1,000
Bronze Winner: $500

🗓️ Key Dates to Remember:

March 17, Tuesday: Applications officially open.
April 14, Tuesday: Deadline to apply.
(No late or incomplete applications will be accepted).
June 5, Friday: Winners notified and announced in the newsletter.

💡 Ready to Apply?

Submit your application electronically via the link Online Application Form or using the QR code. To ensure absolute fairness, all submissions are anonymized by the committee before being reviewed by our panel of independent judges.

We encourage every senior to share their story.
Best of luck to the Class of 2026!

Board Seek Nominations for ICS PTSA Awards

The ICS PTSA Board is accepting nominations for the following awards:

OUTSTANDING EDUCATOR: This award is given in recognition of an individual who goes beyond the normal expectations of their job to make the learning environment fun, beneficial, and challenging.

PHOENIX AWARD: This award is given in recognition of an individual who has done an exceptional job on a task or committee.

GOLDEN ACORN: This award is given in recognition of an individual who has given outstanding service to the school community. It is to recognize volunteer service "above and beyond" a particular job description.

The Washington State PTA offers the Outstanding Educator and Golden Acorn awards. A contribution in the recipients' name is made to the Washington State PTA Scholarship Foundation. The Phoenix award is unique to ICS.

Please nominate as many parents or staff members who you believe deserve recognition for their service. Kindly include some reasons why this person should receive the award. Note that a parent or staff member can only receive a specific award once, so please consult the ICS PTSA website to view prior years’ recipients.

Complete and return this form or simply email the PTSA co-presidents at president@icsptsa.org with your nominating information.

Nominations will close at 9:00 PM on April 24th.

VOLUNTEERING OPPORTUNITIES

IB CAS Parent Volunteer Information Meeting - April 8

Are you interested in working directly with a small group of high school students as a CAS Advisor, helping them develop their IB Diploma portfolios? ICS is seeking parent volunteers to support Creativity, Activity, and Service (CAS) in the IB Diploma Program.

Parent volunteers as CAS Advisors would be required to attend an in-person training at ICS on Friday, August 28 and meet with students in person during nine Friday morning classes throughout the next school year.

These are the different roles: CAS Roles at ICS. Ideally, parent volunteers for CAS can make a two-year commitment to see the initial cohort of juniors through their senior year and successful completion of the CAS requirements. Parents may not advise their own children. Both middle school and high school parents are encouraged to consider becoming a CAS Advisor.

There will be a virtual meeting via Teams for interested parents on Wednesday, April 8 from 6:00 - 7:00 PM to learn more about the CAS program requirements, CAS Advisor responsibilities, review specific dates and times, and go over any questions.

Follow this link to join Jennifer Ann, the IB CAS Coordinator, to learn more about this meaningful parent volunteer opportunity.

AP Research Presentations

The AP Research seniors will be giving 15 - 20 minute presentations over the next couple of weeks, presenting the research they have conducted throughout the year. The College Board requires two adult observers, in addition to the teacher, for each presentation.

Please sign up here if you are available for a spot. No training is required. The presentations will be in Room 149 (Mr. Plank's room).

FBLA Pizza Fundraiser Needs Volunteers

Future Business Leaders of America had success at the regional FBLA competition. There are several students moving on to the state competition in Spokane. The club is looking for parent volunteers to help with a Pizza Fundraiser to support the students’ journey to get to nationals and other future activities.

Students will be selling pizza slices and refreshments after school for 6 weeks. We need 2 parents at each event to count money in the cash box before and after the event. The students will handle the rest! Details below. Reach out to Carmen at: cfbactad@gmail.com with any questions.

Pizza Fundraiser Fridays

Dates: April: 10th, 24th; May: 1st, 8th, 15th, 29th

Time: 2:20 - 3:20 PM

Please sign up here if you are able to help. Thank you!

Lunchroom Volunteers

ICS lunchroom volunteers now need to obtain their Food Worker Card. Obtaining your card is a relatively short task, costs $10, and is valid for 2 years. This is beneficial for all kitchen volunteers to have in order to keep all our kids safe and healthy. Apply here and you can print a copy of your card and bring in the next time you volunteer:

FROM THE LWPTSA COUNCIL

LWPTSA Council Scholarship Applications

LWPTSA Council is pleased to roll out our 2026 Scholarship Program for graduating LWSD seniors and certificated staff members. Last Day to apply is this Friday, April 10 (Extended Deadline).

This year’s student scholarships, available to seniors at LWSD high schools, will include 13 awards of $1,250 each. Category descriptions are listed here as well as on the application. In addition, three $500 scholarships are available for LWSD certificated staff for approved continuing education.

Applications for all scholarships are due by 11:59 PM on Friday, April 10, 2026.

Questions? Please reach out: scholarships@LWPTSA.net

FROM DEIB COMMITTEE

ICS International Night
Deadline to Sign Up Has Been Extended!

ICS International Night is an exciting event that celebrates the diverse cultures and traditions within our community. Join us April 24, 6:00 PM at the Lyceum 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. If you'd like to share a national dish, display cultural art, or help in other ways at ICS International Night, please fill out this form by April 17. We can't wait to celebrate with you!

Email tazoz@icsptsa.org with any questions.

For more of everything ICS, click here to visit the PTSA website