Cultural and Family Partnerships
The Issaquah School District supports students’ success by supporting families.
To eliminate barriers and provide full access to all the educational opportunities in our district, we provide families supports such as Parent Workshops, access to Family Liaisons and resources to help staff better support our students and families.
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Our Work
School systems can be hard to understand for many families, especially those not familiar with US school systems. Our district supports a growing culturally and linguistically diverse community. The Family Partnership Team can provide answers and support. Our aim is to connect with families and offer resources.
Resources
Families can find information in various languages, including Chinese, Spanish and Korean, as well as links to the Issaquah Schools Foundation's Cultural Bridges Magazine.
Family Liaisons
Many parents have questions such as who to contact with student concerns, what the class choices are, what requirements are expected for graduation and classroom expectations. The Family Liaisons help families understand and navigate our school system.
Equity Mission and Work
We are dedicated to identifying and removing bias and systemic and institutional barriers that create marginalized and disproportionality in student achievement and their well-being.
Parent Events and Workshops
The Family Partnership Staff organizes and runs events to help parents better understand and access programs and procedures in the ISD. We also support parents in using Family Access, Canvas and Clever. Workshops are available in English, Chinese, Spanish and other languages upon request.
Religion and Culture
Our calendar provides insight into the diversity of our school community. We have highlighted the many religious and cultural observances celebrated within our community. Check it out.
Contacts
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Alaina Sivadasan
Executive Director of Equity, Belonging, and Family Partnership
425-837-7204 |
Susie Yamane Administrative Assistant 425-837-7122 |
Lorna Gilmour Equity and Family Partnerships Specialist 425-837-7205 |
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Cell Phone: 425-651-5170
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Wenli Mithal (中文) Family Partnership Liaison 📞: 425-837-7106
🗨️: 978-252-3686 Cell Phone: 425-651-5205
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Ina Ghangurde (हिंदी, मराठी) Family Partnership Liaison 📞: 425-837-7008
🗨️: 252-563-3498 Cell Phone: 425-651-9245
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