Welcome!
Our goal is to provide a safe and caring environment, where ALL students experience a positive learning environment. We strongly encourage you to pursue excellence in your academic studies, become actively engaged in the co-curricular programs that our school has to offer, and treat everyone at Echo Glen School with respect and kindness. Everything we do is designed to help you and us make decisions together that will promote your educational progress. We believe this school and staff can make a difference in your life while you are here and after you leave. The staff will be of great help to you if you allow them the opportunity to share what they know and to assist you in making plans for life after Echo Glen. Our programs and supports are designed with input from many sources. We require your cooperation and participation in order to make the best decisions about your progress. Your input will be gathered as often as possible and you will be held responsible for your choices and actions.
We are here to help make your time and efforts in school valuable.
Recent E-News
ISD E-News: New Hours for Meal Pick-up at Schools and Info on Spring Break Meal Service
Sent April 3, 2020
New hours for meal pick-up at schools
Beginning Tuesday, April 7, the time window for families to pick up meals for students at our seven...
ISD Remote Teaching – At Home Learning Update
Sent April 2, 2020
April 2, 2020
Dear Issaquah School District Community,
I am happy to update you on how our educators will be providing essential new...
ISD E-News: ISD Serves More than 7,000 Meals and Adds New Distribution Site
Sent March 31, 2020
Issaquah School District E-news March 31, 2020 ...
Continuous Learning Plan – Community Update
Sent March 27, 2020
March 27, 2020
Dear ISD Community,
Since the closure of our schools just two weeks ago on March 13, 2020, our commitment to our students...
ISD E-News: Elementary Technology Tip
Sent March 26, 2020
If you are having trouble logging into any of the websites below, it may be because you need to enter these websites through Clever to...
Stay Home, Stay Healthy - ISD Essential Services to Continue
Sent March 23, 2020
March 23, 2020
Dear ISD Community,
Following the Governor’s “Stay at Home – Stay Healthy,” address to Washingtonians, we want to let you...
Governor Inslee - Press Conference at 5:30 p.m.
Sent March 23, 2020
March 23, 2020
Dear ISD Community,
We want to make sure that you are aware that Governor Jay Inslee has scheduled a 5:30 p.m. news...
ISD E-News: ISD Expands Meal Delivery Service
Sent March 23, 2020
Dear ISD Community,
Good news! We have expanded our free meal service to include additional locations throughout the District. Buses will...
ISD E-News: Update for Families of Students with a 504 Plan
Sent March 20, 2020
March 20, 2020
Dear families of students with a 504 Plan,
The Issaquah School District (District) and Student Interventions Department...
ISD E-News: Update on Special Education Services
Sent March 19, 2020
March 19, 2020
Dear families of students who receive special education services,
The Issaquah School District and the Special Services...
ISD Emergency Education Learning Resources
Sent March 18, 2020
March 18, 2020
Dear ISD Community,
We are pleased to announce that we have reached an agreement with the Issaquah Education Association...
ISD E-News: ISD Offers Laptops and Hotspots During School Closure
Sent March 18, 2020
March 18, 2020
Dear ISD Community,
During school closures, students who do not have a laptop and/or internet access at home may check a...
Update: No Meal Service at Sunny Hills
Sent March 17, 2020
Dear ISD Community,
At 6:30 p.m., on Tuesday, March 17 the ISD was informed that a member of the Sunny Hills Elementary learning...
ISD E-News: ISD Nutrition Supports Begin Tomorrow, Wednesday, March 18
Sent March 17, 2020
March 17,
Dear ISD Community,
We have an important update to share with you today. At this time, the District is able to offer two (2)...
ISD E-News: ISD School Aged Child Care Survey
Sent March 16, 2020
Dear ISD Community,
We have determined that during our school closure, the ISD will be able to provide no cost school aged child care for...
ISD E-News: March 16, 2020
Sent March 16, 2020
Dear ISD Community,
We understand your eagerness to keep your student connected to school and to know what that will look like. We are...
ISD E-News: Community Resources During School Closures
Sent March 13, 2020
March 13, 2020
Dear ISD Community,
As we continue to work out the details about the services we can provide during this long-term school...
ISD E-News: ISD Schools to Close from Friday, March 13 through Friday, April 24
Sent March 12, 2020
Dear Issaquah School District Community,
I have a difficult announcement to share with you all today. Following the executive order...
Coronavirus Update: ISD Schools Open Thursday, March 12 – Awaiting Direction from Officials Regarding Possible Extended Closures
Sent March 11, 2020
Issaquah School District E-news March 11, 2020 ...
Writer Alton Carter Visits Echo Glen and Inspires Students
Students were inspired by Alton's message of unwavering perseverance and true kindness.
Toyo University visits Echo
Students and Professors from Toyo University tour and teach about incarcerated youth in Japan.
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2019 Freehold Theater Provides Enrichment Activities at Echo Glen
Students created and performed play about social justice. Thank you, Freehold, for your ongoing support enriching the lives of students at Echo Glen School!
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2019 Snoqualmie Firefighters Association donates to Echo Glen School!
Thank you Snoqualmie Firefighters Association for your support!
2019 The University of Washington, King County Library Systems and Echo Glen partnered to bring storytelling though Virtual Reality to students!
Kids of all ages enjoyed experiencing virtual reality, including Dr. Mead Superintendent of Echo Glen Children's Center.
Freehold Theater group helps students express their life stories!
Echo Glen Students' life stories shaped into a performance by Seattle's Freehold Theater playwrights.
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Freehold Theater Group provides Shakespearean enrichment at Echo!
Freehold Group has supported enrichment at Echo for many years through school-wide performances and theater residencies with student groups.
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2019 Challenges in Institutional Education Seattle Times article.
2019 Seattle Times article identifying challenges in funding classrooms.
2019 Ignite Education story telling event features Echo teacher!
Victoria Mott has teaching experience spanning four continents and five countries. Here she speaks of her experiences at Echo Glen.
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2019 Narrowing the Opportunity Gap series.
Our Kids PBS series showcases student opportunity gap and includes input from students and staff at Echo Glen.
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2018 Issaquah Schools Foundation awards grant to support students!
Issaquah Schools Foundation awards Echo Glen a grant for The 3 Rs of Education: Reading, Rising Scores, and Relating in 2018!
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2017 Kiwanis Human and Spiritual Award presented to Echo School volunteer!
Bonnie Gudaitis recognized for her work establishing an Angel Closet and Sewing Club!
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2017 Issaquah Schools Foundation awards grants to support students!
Issaquah Schools Foundation awards Healthy Living Through Horticulture grant and Teaching Through Technology grant in 2017!
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2016 Issaquah Schools Foundation awards grants to support students!
ISF awards grants for Gaining the Edge and Wonderful wobble chairs for restless learners in 2016!
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2015 Issaquah Schools Foundation awards grant to support students!
Issaquah Schools Foundation awards grant for Café Success in 2015!
2013 Issaquah Schools Foundation awards grant to support students!
Issaquah Schools Foundation awards grant for Comprehensive, Adaptive Math for All Levels!
2012 Issaquah Schools Foundation awards grants to support students!
ISF awards grants for Adaptive Math Program and Vocational Educational Veterinarian Assistant Program Instructor!
2011 Issaquah Schools Foundation awards grant to support students!
Issaquah Schools Foundation awards grant for Vocational Educational Veterinarian Assistant Program Instructor!
2009 Issaquah Schools Foundation awards grant to support students!
Issaquah Schools Foundation awards grant for Canine Connections Vocational/Educational Veterinarian Assistant Program!
2008 Issaquah Schools Foundation awards grant to support students!
Issaquah Schools Foundation awards grant for Food Worker Permit Instruction for Struggling Students!
2007 Issaquah Schools Foundation awards grant to support students!
Issaquah Schools Foundation awards grant for Successful Community Transitions for At-Risk Students!
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2006 Issaquah Schools Foundation awards grant to support students!
Issaquah Schools Foundation awards grant for Life Skills Material for Disadvantaged Youth!
2005 Issaquah Schools Foundation awards grants to support students!
Issaquah Schools Foundation awards grants for Survival Skills Materials for Disadvantaged Youth and Library Based “Reading is Fun” Program!
2004 Issaquah Schools Foundation awards grants to support students!
Class Act with Class, Climbing: A Non-Traditional Approach to Lifelong Wellness, and Improving Reading Scores of Reluctant Readers!
2001 Issaquah Schools Foundation awards grant to support students!
Issaquah Schools Foundation awards grant for Individual Computer Math Program!
2000 Issaquah Schools Foundation awards grants to support students!
Issaquah Schools Foundation awards grants for Canine Program and Sim City!
1999 Issaquah Schools Foundation awards grant to support students!
Issaquah Schools Foundation awards grant for Putting Your Heart into Health, PE, Math, and Science!
1997 Issaquah Schools Foundation awards grant to support students!
Issaquah Schools Foundation awards grant for Keeping a Cap On It!
Equal Opportunity Notice
The Issaquah School District complies with all applicable federal and state rules and regulations and does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, honorably discharged veteran or military status, sexual orientation including gender expression or identity, the presence of any sensory, mental or physical disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability in its programs and activities, or employment related matters, and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following employees are designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination: Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources, District Title IX Coordinator, Section 504/ADA Coordinator or Compliance Coordinator for 28A.540 and 28A.642 RCW, in writing or by telephone. The Issaquah School District will also take steps to assure that national origin persons who lack English language skills can participate in all educational programs, services and activities. For information regarding interpretation and translation services or transitional bilingual education programs, contact Kathy Connally in writing or by telephone.
For general information or to be directed to a specific department, please contact the ISD Receptionist at 425-837-7000.
Amanda Dorey, Title IX Coordinator Stacey Zachau, District HIB Coordinator Lisa Hechtman, Civil Rights Compliance Officer Pam Ridenour, Section 504 Coordinator
425-837-7000 5150 220th AVE SE, Issaquah, WA 98029