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Community Service The attached list of individual(s)/agencies is being provided as an informational item for your convenience. The Issaquah School District does not recommend or endorse any of these individual(s)/agencies provided on the attached and will not be held liable or responsible for any services provided by them. As such, the Issaquah School District highly recommends that you conduct your own research and investigation and exercise due diligence before selecting any of these individual(s)/agencies for services. The Issaquah School District provides equal opportunity in its programs, activities, and employment and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin/language, creed/religion, sex, 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, age, marital status, honorably discharged veteran or military status and HIV/Hepatitis C status. The employees below have been designated to handle questions and complaints of any such alleged discrimination:
Parent/Volunteer
and Employee/Applicant-Related Issues
Student-Related
Issues New Community Service Forms are available for recording your hours. The PTSA is developing a new information sheet, for any questions regarding this form contact PTSA Website . Check out the list of Organizations that Participated in the Community Service Fair on 10/14. This is a great resource of places, looking for help, where you can begin your search for opportunities. Links for students interested in volunteer opportunities in medicine click here. VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES as of 5/16/11 FUN, FUN, FUN: MOUNTAINS TO SOUND GREENWAY: Opportunity for students to hike, bike, and explore the Greenway for nine days this summer, as a part of our 20th Anniversary celebrations. The Mountains to Sound Greenway Trust started with a hike, from the Cascade Crest to Puget Sound. Twenty years later, we’re doing it again! We are seeking applications specifically for the Youth Teams, two teams of ten to fifteen students who will travel together with team leaders and the rest of the hikers. The adventure will begin in Ellensburg; we’ll bike for three days on the east side of the Cascades, and then hike our way further west to the Seattle waterfront. Youth will learn about natural history, stewardship, history, and much more from team leaders and their fellow hikers, many of whom have had an enormous impact on the greater Seattle area over the past two decades. We are really glad to be able to host so many young people on the 20th anniversary march – we think it’s a step toward passing our conservation ethic on to the next generation of leaders. Application here If anyone has questions, please contact Erin, erin.steinkruger@mtsgreenway.org or 206 382 5565 x 26. BELLEVUE JULY 4TH CELEBRATION: Assist park staff with public interaction. Register by June 28th at www.myparksandrecreation.com or call 425-452-6885. Must volunteer from 4pm to 9:30pm, orientation at 4pm, arrive at 3:15 if you want free Quiznos Food Voucher. HILLTOP SPRINGTIME CRAFT SHOW: Volunteers needed to work indoors or out assisting with clean up activities. No registrations accepted the day of. Register online at myparksandrecreations.com or call 425-452-6885 ROBINSWOOD DAY CAMP COUNSELOR IN TRAINING VOLUNTEER PROGRAM: Click here for more information. UNIVERSITY HOUSE SENIOR PROM: We are having a “relive your senior prom” for our residents at our retirement community. We are looking for roughly 25 students to come and share their dancing abilities with our residents. The dance will take place on Thursday May 12th from 1:30-3:30pm at our location in Issaquah. There will be a live band, dancing, food and an afternoon filled with fun. Amanda Brown, (425) 557-4200 (4/21/11) CARNIVAL HELP at TLC Academy: The TLC Academy in Sammamish, is looking for volunteers for their end of the year Carnival on Saturday, June 4th from 10:00 to 1:30. They are hoping to attract some high school students to help out in 1/2 hr shifts. The actual Carnival runs from 11:00 to 1:00, but there is some time set aside for set up/take down. There are approximately 20 booths to run, and they feel the energy and enthusiasm of high school students would be a wonderful addition to the event and surely put smiles on those little faces. We need volunteers to help manage (keep order while the kids are having fun) the above activities in ½ hour shifts. A volunteer can stay longer, we just have organized the help in half our segments. For instance a volunteer could be in the bake sale booth for ½ hour then go to the bouncy house for a ½ hour then give out balloons for a ½ hour. It really is a lot of fun watching kids (generally from 3 - 6) be on sensory overload! Call Mike Bell at 425-497-3413 or email at mbelljr@dadco.com or Laura K. Wilkens, 480.862.5035, lkwilkens@gmail.com if you are interested in helping out. (5/16/11) ISSAQUAH PARKS AND REC, GLIDERS TRACK AND FIELD TEAMS: Volunteers are needed to help run meets at SHS, IHS, IMS, PCMS and LHS, many dates available. Check here for more information and details on who to contact. (4/12/11) KOMEN RACE FOR THE CURE: Sunday, June 5, the Race for the Cure is looking for volunteers. Sign up for Race Day jobs here. (3/28/11) ISSAQUAH YOUTH SUMMIT: Saturday, April 30th, 1-5, Issaquah Community Center, Open to students grades 6-12, Register online at www.IssaquahParks.net (barcode # 40244) or pick up in the Career Center and return to Mrs. Donah. Improve leadership skills and express opinions about the issues concerning youth in our community. Register by April 15th. RELAY FOR LIFE: MAY 21ST-22ND, at Skyline. Form a team, be part of the leadership committee, be a team captain! Information at www.issaquahrelayforlife.org CAMP KOREY: Help set up, clean up, or serve at a fundraiser. Spend a day beautifying the grounds of Carnation Farm. Put in a few hours to help prep even materials. Contact mhutchinson@campkorey.org or call 425-844-3278. (3/28/11) ARAS African Bike Drive - Used Bikes and volunteers needed. May 7th, 8:30 to 5:00 pm to prepare bikes for shipping. Sammamish City hall. ConTact mary@arasfoundation.org if interested. SAMMAMISH LITTLE LEAGUE - Little League Umpires are needed for games throughout the spring season, there is a desperate need. Contact Lynne Hickman at (425)985-8322 if interested. FOOD BANK - Help is needed in many ways: Thanksgiving Baskets, Adopt a family for Christmas, Volunteer at the food bank, have a toy drive or a food drive. Contact Nichelle at nhilton@ywcaworks.org PACIFIC SCIENCE CENTER-Work as a volunteer to help bring science and kids together. For information and opportunities, click here (4/23/10)
KIDS QUEST CHILDREN'S MUSEUM - Work directly w/ children and families to
lead hands-on, interactive and educational activities that enhance the museum
experience. Opportunities available in the 5 main galleries: Waterways,
The Treehouse, The Backyard, The Garage and The Gaming Gallery. Must be
age 14+ and should have an interest in Art, Science, Education or Museum
Studies. Background check must be completed. Application and
additional information available in the Career Center or on the website at
www.kidsquestmuseum.org or contact
Sarah Bigley at
SarahB@kidsquestmuseum.org or call 425-637-8100
(ongoing)
STARLIGHT CHILDREN'S FOUNDATION – Help with our annual toy drive by sorting, wrapping and packing toys for Starlight families and local hospitals. Contact local/statewide venues to help plan fun outings for our Starlight Families in the community. These opportunities are on-going and are available for one time and group volunteers. For more information please contact us at volunteer@starlight-washington.org or visit our website. Evans Creek Preserve
- we will be looking for team leaders to help create our trail system at this
park. Work projects begin in May and will be held throughout the year.
Training provided in return for volunteer committment. Contact
Dsanders@ci.sammamish.wa.us to
find out how to be involved.
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES: FAITH IN ACTION - Supporting Senior Independence, nonprofit organization that serves the frail elderly in Issaquah and Sammamish, is seeking office volunteers. This is an ongoing volunteer opportunity. Some computer experience is necessary. We are located in the basement of Mary Queen of Peace at 1121 228th Ave SE in Sammamish. As an office volunteer, you would be entering donor data into our database. We are looking for someone who could work one or more days a week, for a few hours a day. Our name is "Faith in Action", and many of our volunteers are from local congregations, our programs are available to everyone and we do not discriminate on any basis. – Please contact Claire directly if you can help. Faith in Action - Supporting Senior Independence claire@faithinaction4seniors.org (425) 369-9120 1121 228th Avenue SE, Sammamish WA 98075 www.faithinaction4seniors.org STUDENT RND- an organization promoting student interest in science and technology through hands on learning and community outreach. Looking for volunteers to help at meetings, become liasons, attend events etc. Contact student RND at contact@studentrnd.org or visit the website for more information at www.studentrnd.org. (ONGOING) VIRGINIA MASON - Has opportunities for student ages 15+ to volunteer at Virginia Mason Medical Center. Information and Volunteer Application Packet available in the Career Center. (2/26/09) (Ongoing) ELDER ADULT CARE SERVICES is looking for volunteers to help with important tasks. Volunteering at one of our centers is a wonderful opportunity to give back to the community and make a positive impact on the seniors and disabled adults who attend our program. Giving the gift of time to our adult day health program would be greatly appreciated, and would help us thrive and be the best we can be. Lunch Help (meal prep, serving meals, and cleaning up after meals) This opportunity is available at all of our center locations, Monday through Friday. Lunch delivery (driving to pick up the lunch and deliver it to our center) This opportunity is available at our Bellevue, Issaquah, and Bainbridge Island Centers, Monday through Friday. Help with filing and various office tasks. This opportunity is available at our Administration Office, Monday through Friday. Share your talents! Volunteers needed to share their talents with our participants (i.e. singing, playing an instrument, dance, reading poetry, sharing pictures or slides from a vacation, etc). This opportunity is available at all of our center locations, Monday through Friday. Please contact EADS Volunteer Coordinator, Amber Wolf, for more details regarding our volunteer program at 206-859-5721 or by emailing her awolf@eadscares.org . (Ongoing) EDUCATION: PLMS-MATH TUTORS NEEDED: Students who are looking for volunteer hours and would be willing to work with some of our middle school students, particularly in the area of math. Thanks for considering this opportunity. Kristen Brittain, Pine Lake Counselor, 425-837-5713 (4/29/11) KIDS WITHOUT BORDERS Volunteer opportunities at the new South (King County) Operation Center which has been opened since August 2009 and serving students in the Tukwila School District. For plenty of volunteer opportunities check out: www.KidsWithNoBorders.org VOICE Mentor: Volunteers work one on one with students, 1/wk. Volunteers are matched w/ a student and become positive, dependable role modes. They partner with schools staff to support students academically and in enriching activities. email VOICE@issaquah.wednet.edu or call Susan Gierke at 425-837-7139. (Ongoing)
ANIMALS: KELSEY CREEK SUMMER FARM VOLUNTEER PROGRAM: Click here for more information KELSEY CREEK FARM SUMMER EQUINE VOLUNTEER PROGRAM: Click here for more information. SERENITY EQUINE RESCUE AND REHAB: Volunteer opportunities as barn crew, fundraising, events and administrative volunteers. If interested, email the volunteer coordinator at volunteer@serenityequinerescue.com or call 425-890-8525 (3/28/11) WPZ ZOO CORP program is a year-round, teen development program that allows participants the opportunity to complete/exceed their Service Learning/Community Service commitment while developing work and personal skills such as public speaking. Throughout their training and volunteer time here at the zoo, they will learn about animals, conservation and more. We are looking for students who are in the 9th and 10th grades, who come from diverse backgrounds (ethnically/culturally, socio-economically and geographically). To get to the application, students will need access to a computer and a printer. They will start at the zoos website - www.zoo.org, and then follow the "Education and Programs" link. At that point, they will see the "Zoo Corps" link highlighted. This will take them to the application and referral downloads. These sheets are PDFs, and should be printed, completed in ink, and sent to us at the designated address. This link will take you directly to the appropriate page - http://www.zoo.org/Page.aspx?pid=396 . If you have a student who does not have access to the internet, or a printer, please have them call me at the number below. I will send them a hard copy. We will be pulling the application materials from our web page on 1.27, but will accept completed applications and reference forms until 1.30. For additional information contact Kathy France, Youth Program Coordinator, Woodland Park Zoo, 206.548.2500 ext 1329 or 206.548.2699 (Zoo Corps hotline) (1/10) WPZ Summer Zoo Corps - a great summer program for kids interested in animals and helping out. 25 hours/month commitment required, on Saturday afternoons. Hands on contact is limited the first time but this is a great program. Click here for more information (3/23/10) SARVEY WILDLIFE CENTER NEEDS VOLUNTEERS - There are many opportunities to help at the Sarvey Wildlife Center either by assisting the abandoned and/or wounded animals or by attending the monthly work parties to upkeep the grounds. For more information contact the Volunteer Coordinator Kelly@sarveywildlife.org (Ongoing) SEATTLE AQUARIUM: 16-18 year olds are invited to immerse themselves in marine science and earn community service hours. They are currently looking for High School Volunteers. You'll give formal talks, monitor and interpret exhibits, conduct tours and assist with special events. During the summer, volunteers must be available a minimum of two 5 hour shifts per week and ten 5 hour weekend shifts. Interested students must attend mandatory orientation Tuesday, March 8th at 6pm or Sunday, March 13th, at 3pm. For more information email at www.seattleaquarium.org for further information or contact Dave Glenn at d.glenn@seattleaquarium.org (Ongoing) LITTLE BIT THERAPEUTIC RIDING CENTER: Volunteers needed to assist riders of all ages with disabilities. Training provided to work with the riders and unique therapy horses. Minimum commitment of 2 hours per week during the 8 to 12 week quarter. Call (425) 882-1554 or www.littlebit.org. (Ongoing) FRIENDS OF ISSAQUAH SALMON HATCHERY: Volunteers needed for docent program to share the story of the salmon life cycle with school children, families and tourists. Training for new docents of Saturday, Sept. 6, 9-2:00. Call 427-0259 or email fishvolunteer@msn.com (Ongoing) SEATTLE HUMANE SOCIETY: Currently recruiting “First Impressions Volunteers” to man the phones and front reception desk at our administrative offices. Duties are to provide a welcoming first impression for callers and visitors. On the job training. Minimum 6 month commitment, one three hour shift per week. Several shifts available daily and coverage is needed M-Fri 8 am- 5:00 pm. (Your shift could be 3-5:00 pm during the year and more hours in summer )Interested students should email letter of interest and resume to Diane Spahr at diane@seattlehumane.org. (Ongoing) CHARITY: National Charity League, Inc. (NCL), the oldest and largest mother-daughter volunteer organization in the nation provides opportunities to volunteer for local nonprofit agencies. NCL also provides leadership training, educational activities and cultural experiences. Eligibility to apply open through March 2009. Contact Jodie Kuberski (425)677-7586 or kuberskifamily@yahoo.com CHILDCARE: IMAGINE HOUSING, ISSAQUAH: Summer Camp Volunteers, Summer Camp Leaders, Bike Volunteers and Special Needs Volunteers needed. Must commit to at least one day/week from June 20 to July 28th. Contact Megan Bryant at meganb@imaginehousing.org for any questions. FEAT – Families for Effective Autism Treatment- Volunteers are needed for a variety of programs. Buddy 1:1 with children( 2nd Sat every month, Oct to June 9-1pm), mentor peer teens in an after school program (Thursdays in Bellevue), or provide childcare during parent meetings (evenings and weekends). Call Judy Weiser for an interview at 425-223-5126 or (cell) 425-260-8180 Visit the FEAT website at www.featwa.org and get information at www.featwa.org/Volunteer.html (9/17/10) CAMP KORY Help turn more children struggling with illness into happy campers! Remember all campers come to Camp Kory in Carnation FREE OF CHARGE. Email news@campkorey.org to share how you will connect with Camp Kory in 2010 EASTSIDE BABY CORNER Seeks volunteers to help sort children’s items (from birth to age 12) and distribute these to over 100 different agencies throughout the Eastside. The center, located off Maple Street in Issaquah, uses volunteers to fill order bags of clothing and sort new donations. Beginning in Fall, 2009, you must register in advance at www.babycorner.volunteerhub.com . Volunteers are needed Mondays from 7 to 8:30 p.m., Thursdays 9 to 11 or Saturdays from 9 to noon. Volunteers under the age of 14 must be accompanied by an adult. This is an ongoing opportunity.
ENVIRONMENT April 28 & 29 Watershed Festival Volunteer Join the Sammamish team at the Watershed Festival on April 28 & 29 at Beaver Lake Park. Our team will be educating 4th graders on Poo-lution; what pet waste does to the environment and how to properly dispose of this Poo-lution. Volunteer will be assisting city staff by setting up “hands on” stations and games. A study of the water of Puget Sound will also be a part of this event. If you are concerned about the environment and like working with kids this is the perfect opportunity for you. This is during the week (Thursday and Friday) from 9:30 – 1:30. Please contact Lisa Werre at lwerre@ci.sammamish.wa.us or 425.295.0573 for more details or to sign up. Youth Volunteers are needed to work with Washington Trails Association in April WTA is having a youth volunteer week during the week of April 18. Volunteers should be 18 and under. Sign up with the Washington Trails Association (WTA) at their website (www.wta.org/volunteer/trail–work–parties). Much of the volunteer work will focus on building new trails, improving existing pathways, and constructing boardwalks across wetlands. King County Conservation District - Summer Opportunities to volunteer outdoors. Numerous times and locations throughout the summer. Click here for a complete listing. City of Sammamish Volunteer Opportunities Washington Native Plant Society is partnering with Cities of Bellevue, Issaquah, Sammamish, Kirkland and Redmond, along with King County DNR and Parks to train local volunteers. Learn native plant ID, ecology and restoration skills, and then volunteer with a small team from the class restoring a local natural area. Fridays, Beginning April 16-June 25th, 3 Saturday Field Trips Lewis Creek Park, Bellevue. The training is free, but in exchange, Native Plant Stewards commit to providing at least 75 hours of restoration and 25 hours help WNPS with skills you’ve learned. Teams of stewards will get to design and implement their own restoration management plans for a specific site within East King County. To Apply: Download an application from www.wnps.org – under What’s New. Stewardship Coordinator, Deborah Gurney (206) 200-3310 or email at npsp_kc@wnps.org Sammamish
Tree Identification Road Clean Up This is your opportunity to work as a team and support the city's public works department. You will be assigned an area within Sammamish, depending on the size of your group. All supplies and pick up provided by the City of Sammamish. Contact the city of Sammamish Volunteer Coordinator Dawn Sanders at dsanders@ci.sammamish.wa.us or 425.295.0556
Wetland Plant Cooperative WEEDING AT THE PARKS: Individual and group projects available. Pleas contact the volunteer coordinator to schedule a date. Contact Dawn Sanders at (425)295-0556 (Ongoing) Trout Unlimited. Organization is dedicated to saving threatened fish species in our local waters. Volunteers are needed to improve stream & lake habitats. Can manage a project or help with one. Contact Marc Taylor at (206)299-2840 or email at: emtbckt@msn.com (Ongoing) MOUNTAINS TO SOUND GREENWAY NURSERY: Volunteer in Issaquah Potting Native Plants! Enhance the environment by potting baby tree seedlings at the nursery at Lake Sammamish State Park. No previous experience is necessary and a full orientation is given. Saturday service dates available on their website www.mtsgreenway.org and by calling Monica at (206) 812-0122 (Ongoing)
GENERAL ISSAQUAH FOOD BANK: Always looking for volunteers to help stocking food, sorting clothes, etc. Contact the food bank off Front Street for more information. (Ongoing) GENERAL OFFICE SUPPORT AT SAMMAMISH CITY HALL: Jobs vary by department. Help with large copy jobs that need to be done, assist with large mailings, includes stuffing and labeling envelopes, data input for those with computer skills. Contact Dawn Sanders at (425)295-0556 (Ongoing) SENATE PAGE PROGRAM: WA Legislature has one of the finest page programs. To be considered, you must complete an application and return it to your sponsoring senator. If you don't know that Senator's name and address, here's how to find it: Call the Legislative Information Center Hotline at 800-562-6000 or apply online at: http://www.leg.wa.gov/Senate/Administration/PageProgram/ For more information contact the Senate Security Office, P.O. Box 40482, Olympia, WA 98504-0482 (360)786-7560 or email: turner.lucretia@leg.wa.gov or visit www.leg.wa.gov/Senate/Administration/PageProgram/ for details and an online application (1/19/10)
NON PROFITS NEED YOUR HELP! F.E.A.T. Help children with Autism learn social skills by becoming a buddy to young Autistic child. Once a month for 4 hours on a Sat. the program runs Oct. - June and is held in Bellevue @ Highland Community Center. Training is provided. Call Judy Weiser at (425)868-6810 or talkwithmebooks@yahoo.com or www.featwa.org (Ongoing) Museum of Flight Museum Apprentice Program (MAP) If you are looking for a unique service program and have interest in the world of flight, this is a great opportunity in which to volunteer. Students in grades 9-12 are eligible to participate. MAP participants complete a 12 hr training course on exhibit design, presentation techniques and aviation history and then have the opportunity to show what they know to museum goers and other audiences in very creative ways. For more information go to : www.museumofflight.org/students or call 206-768-7126 (Ongoing) Pacific Science Center is also seeking teen volunteers for their Discovery Corps program. Volunteers must commit to 50 hours of service, receive continuous training and then are official volunteers. Volunteer opportunities can lead to paid positions. For details go to: www.pacificsciencecenter.org and click on Discovery Corps, or call 206-269-2143. (Ongoing)
TUTORING:
The following are two key resources for teens to use to find local volunteer opportunities: Where to Care: Highlights local organizations and their volunteer needs. Booklets available in the Career Center. www.volunteermatch.org. This site matches your interests with local and national organizations searching for volunteer help www.dosomething.org : Not sure where to begin, this is a great tool for helping to match your interests with organizations needing help. http://www.issaquah.wednet.edu/family/fliers.aspx Community information on the Issaquah School District website |