On October 14 The Liberty Singers – Liberty High School’s mixed choir – performed as part of the world premiere of “Requiem Aeternum” at Benaroya Hall in Seattle. The choir partnered with Cantare, under the baton of Marc Adrian, and the Sammamish Symphony. The performance was conducted by Adam Stern. Members of The Liberty Singers have expressed their gratitude at being able to be part of this amazing event, and look forward to future opportunities. 

To learn more about The Liberty Singers, including future performance information, visit choir director Robin Wood’s website here: https://buff.ly/2zmjoNI view more

Skyline High School and Eastlake High School are continuing the tradition of teaching Gaelic Football as part of their Physical Education courses. On October 19 classes from the two high schools met at Skyline High School and took part in the second annual Presidential Cup Gaelic Football Tournament. The Presidential Cup was gifted to the two schools during the President of Ireland’s official visit to Skyline High School in 2015. The Cup is awarded to the winner of the tournament and remains at the victor’s school until the following year’s contest.

At the conclusion of the match, John Keane, Ireland’s honorary Counsul for Seattle, represented the President of Ireland for the presentation of the Presidential Cup. The Cup is awarded on a point total of four matches. This year Eastlake High School won the Cup.

Skyline’s team was coached by PE Teacher Brendan Hyland, and Eastlake’s team was coached by PE Teacher Patrick Parnell. Terence Lynch with Cascade Youth Gaelic Games officiated the tournament.view more

Students from Pine Lake Middle School, Skyline High School, and the Academy for Community Transition Program (ACT), participate in barista training programs where they prepare and deliver made-to-order beverages for staff within their communities. With special thanks to the Issaquah Schools Foundation, each program is fully equipped with automated espresso machines, uniforms, and the resources that are required to sustain operations. Additionally, four local Starbucks have generously provided ongoing support through donating espresso beans and flavor syrups, which allows the programs to focus on developing vocational skills and fostering relationships for the students. The baristas from the Wolverine Café, Spartanbucks, and Café ACT, are excited for the 17-18 school year, and look forward to continue serving their communities with great taste with a smile!view more

Way to go PCMS! Led by Amy Butson, ASB Advisor, the PCMS community raised $2667.30 in just two days for the American Red Cross. All of the proceeds from the ASB sponsored Honk & Wave fundraiser will benefit the American Red Cross and their efforts to help those impacted by the devastating hurricanes last month.view more

This summer Ketki and Mallika Ketkar took part in the Pan American games, representing USA in Pre-Cadet Women's epee. The competition was hosted at the University of the Virgin Islands’ Sports and Fitness Center on St. Thomas in the US Virgin Islands. Both students are passionate about fencing and took pride in representing their country. Ketki placed second in the competition, taking home the silver medal. Mallika took 6th place, missing out on a medal spot by just one touche’. 

Congratulations to both Ketiki and Mallika! view more