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2026 Renewal Levies

In February of 2026, ISD voters will consider three levy renewal proposals: the Educational Programs & Operations Levy, which represents 16.6% of the district budget; the Capital (Technology and Critical Repairs) Levy; and the Transportation (School Bus) Levy.

Learn About the Levies

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Kindergarten Registration for 2026-27 School Year!

It’s Kindergarten Registration season! Do you live in the Issaquah School District and have a student who will be 5 years old by Aug. 31, 2026? It’s time to register your student for kindergarten for the fall of 2026!

Kindergarten Registration

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Welcome to Discovery Elementary!

Located in Sammamish, WA, Discovery Elementary serves approximately 540 students in Kindergarten through 5th Grade, as well as preschoolers in the district’s Early Childhood Education – Special Education Program and four-year-olds in the Transition to Kindergarten program. Read more about Our School.

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Olympia, WA

Notice of School Board Assembly

 

Day on the Hill

Tuesday, January 27, 2026

8:30 AM – 3:00 PM

Three or more members of the Issaquah School Board are scheduled to be at the Washington State Capitol Building (416 Sid Snyder Ave. SW, Olympia, WA 98504) for the District’s Day on the Hill. They, along with the Superintendent, members of the Administration, and School Board Student Representatives will be meeting with State Legislators. They will also have a meeting with the Washington State Department of Children, Youth & Families (DCYF) at their offices at 1500 Jefferson St. SE, Olympia, WA 98501.

No Board action will be taken during this assembly. Any actions resulting from this assembly will be taken during a future board meeting.

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Administration Building, 5150 220th Ave SE, Issaquah, WA

Please note the agenda and materials may be modified up to 24 hours prior to the meeting; after that time, any agenda modifications will be addressed at the meeting.

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ISD Administration Center, 5150 220th Ave SE, Issaquah, WA 98029

The Issaquah School District, in partnership with Issaquah Community Clothing Closet, invites families to a free Winter Clothing and Health Event on Saturday, January 31, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the ISD Administration Building (5150 220th Ave SE, Issaquah). This event is open to all ISD students and families and offers a variety of essential services in a welcoming, supportive environment .

 

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ISD Administration Center, 5150 220th Ave SE, Issaquah, WA 98029

Your child’s teacher will be teaching the district adopted FLASH (Family Life and Sexual Health) and HIV/AIDS curriculum during this school year. There were two information sessions which gave parents/guardians an opportunity to examine the instructional materials and view the videos that may be used. These sessions were on October 2 and October 4 at the Issaquah School District Administration Center. If you were unable to attend one of these sessions, the curriculum materials will be available to preview in the lobby of the District Administration building during business hours, 8:00 AM- 4:00 PM daily from February 2 to March 17. Due to copyright laws the detailed FLASH lessons and units for grades 7 and 8 cannot be shared electronically. Sixth grade FLASH uses the same curriculum as 5th grade, the lessons and units are available online, visit the district website linked here.

Location: Issaquah School District Administration Center,  5150 220th AVE SE, Issaquah, WA 98029.

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Virtual

You're invited to a virtual open house about ISD Online at 6 p.m. on February 5.



During the event, we'll share more about our new virtual high school, which opens in the fall of 2026, including details about how our full-time school will offer flexibility, meaningful support from teachers and mentors, and a welcoming community that encourages students to learn, grow and find balance in their academic journey!

Those who attend will also have the chance to hear about our learning center; what our personalized, high-quality instruction will be like; how students can participate in extracurricular activities; and more. Students will have the chance to help us vote on a mascot for our new school, which will serve grades 9-12. 

Register for the virtual open house or for an in-person tour using this form.

You can also learn more about our new school on the website and our Frequently Asked Questions page.

 

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Holly Street Early Learning Center, 565 NW Holly Street, Issaquah

Discover Preschool Options at the Issaquah Preschool Fair

Families with young children are invited to the Issaquah Preschool Fair, a free, drop-in event designed to help you explore local preschool options all in one place. Meet local preschool providers, ask questions, and learn about programs that support children from birth through age five all while your child enjoys crafts, playground time, and interactive classroom activities.

The fair takes place on Sunday, February 8, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the Holly Street Early Learning Center (565 NW Holly Street, Issaquah). Families do not need to live within the Issaquah School District to attend.

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Administration Building, 5150 220th Ave SE, Issaquah, WA

Please note the agenda and materials may be modified up to 24 hours prior to the meeting; after that time, any agenda modifications will be addressed at the meeting.

Happening Now at Discovery Elementary

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By the Numbers

589

Students enrolled in the 2022-23 school year.

Discovery underwent a two-year remodel that was completed by the opening of the 2019-2020 school year. The remodel included an expanded multi-purpose room, improving office location and security, and adding six additional classrooms.

44

Classroom teachers in the 2021-22 school year.

In the 2021-22 school year, our teachers had an average of 9.2 years of experience.

45.5%

Of our teachers have a master's degree or higher.

To find the contact information for one of our teachers or staff, visit the directory (use the menu option at the top right to access the directory).

87.3%

Of our students attend regularly.

This data is from the 2021-22 school year, the most recent year available from OSPI.

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School Highlights & Programs

Our students will be prepared for and eager to accept the academic, occupational, personal and practical challenges of life in a dynamic global environment.

Discovery Principal Rachel Pearson

Meet Principal Rachel Pearson!

Hi, Eagle families! I am honored and privileged to be joining the fantastic Discovery community as your principal! I come to Discovery with a deep sense of gratitude for the opportunity to serve, support, and lead in this community. I’m eager to meet each of you, to hear your stories, and to work together in partnership to make this school year a remarkable one for our students.

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Multi-Tiered Systems of Support

MTSS is shaping the student experience at our school and throughout our district. Multi-Tiered Systems of Support, or MTSS, is a nationally recognized, evidence-based framework guiding our approach to academics, social emotional learning, behavior and attendance.

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Early Childhood Education

Discovery is one of three locations in the district where ECE Classrooms are currently located. Students with a variety of special needs are served within the ECE classroom setting, along with students who participate in the program as Community Peers. Placement in our ECE classrooms is determined through an evaluation process, and students must meet eligibility criteria.  

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