Islander Middle News Today

Event is tailored to individuals with special needs and their families.

It’s Circus time again.

MIHS sophomore Gerstel directs ‘Hand to God’ at Seattle Rep YouthFest.

Suicide can be a challenging topic of discussion, noted Harry Brown, a Mercer Island Youth and Family Services (MIYFS) counselor at Islander Middle School.

Children slide down the Midway Amusement Obstacle Course at the Mercer Island Preschool Association’s Circus on April 29 at Islander Middle School. The 55th annual event featured entertainment (family magician Jeff Evans and The Reptile Lady), activities (Dizzy’s Tumblebus and Touch a Truck), a petting zoo, food trucks and more. Photo courtesy of Jaimie Birtel Photography

Games and fun will abound as the Mercer Island Preschool Association (MIPA) presents the 55th annual Circus from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on April 29 at Islander Middle School.

Locals bring series of classes to Northwood Elementary School.

Reporter covered Juneteenth, aid for Ukraine, a parks levy renewal, antisemitism and more.

Tambi Cork will discuss “Here to Help: Human Services Update from the City’s Youth and Family Services Department” at the Rotary Club of Mercer Island’s meeting on Nov. 15 at the Mercer Island Community and Event Center, 8236 SE 24th St. The main meeting begins at 12:30 pm. Guests are always welcome.

Mercer Island School District Superintendent Fred Rundle has notified the school community about antisemitic terms recently made by students at Islander Middle School.