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Focus on education for 2020 changes leaders
During its summer retreat last week, the Mercer Island School Board designed a new path for the Really…
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MI Olympic swimmer still inspires
Like many other American cities, Mercer Island has its own proud list of Olympic medalists. There is Mary…
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New MISD classes focus on the future
This month, King County will conduct a Top 2 primary. Voters will not have to pick a party…
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Noted educator Mel Levine accused of sexual abuse | In 2005, school district hired Levine for workshops alternative learning methods
Educational advocate and pediatrician Dr. Melvin Levine, whose expertise on teaching the “struggling student” has earned him national…
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Crest teacher adds peace-keeping to education skills
This fall, Crest social studies teacher Gavin Tierney will bring conflict resolution and international peacekeeping to the classroom.…
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Proposal could end Metro transport for students
In response to a proposed federal law restricting the use of public buses for student transportation, the Mercer…
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Mercer Island’s Rachel Van Gelder, 12, starts her own newspaper
Rachel Van Gelder, 12, has started her own newspaper and the entire neighborhood is involved. In late May,…
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Bellevue teachers on verge of strike
As September draws closer, teachers in the Bellevue School District (BSD) are bracing for what could be their…
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New Orleans church again faces danger; Mercer Islanders replaced organ just months ago
As Hurricane Gustav tore through New Orleans this week, the parishioners of Blessed Seelos Catholic Church and their…
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Mercer Island students excel in WASL
The Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction released the 2008 state WASL results last week, with Mercer Island…
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City urges construction workers to prepare S.E. 40th for school traffic
The ongoing construction along S.E. 40th Street has caused daily congestion from the intersection of Island Crest Way…
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Bellevue teachers strike
Teachers from across Bellevue gathered behind picket signs today, striking in solidarity for higher wages and a more…
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MIHS graduates return to teach
Mercer Island High School is welcoming back three of its own students this fall as teachers. MIHS graduates…