2023 8th Grade Party Registration Open! Donations accepted too.
Registration is OPEN for the 2023 8th Grade Party! Friday, June 9, 2023 6:30 to 10:00 p.m. All Skyview 8th Graders are invited to have fun and enjoy snacks, live entertainment, a DJ, games, door prizes, and photo booth! Location: Skyview Middle School Ticket price: $35 until Friday, 5/26/2023 @ 11:59 p.m. Price increases to $45 starting Saturday, 5/27/2023 Scholarships available for some or all of the ticket price. Completely confidential. Please email  skyview8thgrade@gmail.com  with the following information: your name student full name student birth date and that you are requesting a scholarship to the 2023 8th Grade Dance. Frequently ... read full article
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Nancy Tangen 
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Local Skyview PTSA Award Recipients
  Every year Skyview MS PTSA recognizes people who have gone above and beyond in their service to our community. This great PTSA is only as strong as it's volunteers, educators, and community. Thank you to everyone who gives their time for Skyview kids!   Awards and Descriptions   Golden Acorn Golden Acorn is presented to an outstanding PTSA volunteer dedicated to servicing all children at Skyview and who goes above and beyond. Outstanding Educator Outstanding Educator is to recognize an individual who has made significant contributions in their community to enhance the educational outcomes of all children or youth. ... read full article
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Nancy Tangen 
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3/12/2023-1/23/2026

Skyview ASB & PTSA -What's the Difference?
  Skyview ASB & PTSA - What's the Difference?   Our Eagle community is incredibly lucky to have an outstanding Skyview ASB (Associated Student Body) and Skyview PTSA (Parent Teacher Student Association) supporting the kids and staff at Skyview. That said, it is also important to understand the differences between these two organizations and why it is important to support both through the two fundraisers currently happening: Snap Raise for Skyview ASB Pass the Hat for Skyview PTSA Below you will find a helpful chart to explain the differences, between these two groups. The best part, is that what you ... read full article
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Nancy Tangen 
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10/12/2022-10/31/2023

PTSA Meeting Dates 2022-2023
Skyview Middle School PTSA - Meeting Dates Membership Meetings : (open to school families, staff & community!) Except as noted, general meetings take place at 7:00 p.m. October 19, 2022 - 6:30-7:30 p.m. via Zoom January 18, 2023 - 7:00-8:00 p.m. via Zoom May 23, 2023 - 7:00-8:00 p.m. in the Skyview Cafeteria   Board Meetings: Excep t as noted, board meetings take place at 7:00 p.m. and are via Zoom September 7, 2022 September 28, 2022 December 7, 2022 January 4, 2023 February 8, 2023 March 8, 2023 April 5, 2023 May 3, 2023   Updated 6/9/2022 ... read full article
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Nancy Tangen 
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7/8/2022-6/30/2023

2022-2023 8th Grade Party
  Registration & Purchase Tickets for the 2023 8th Grade Party! Students with Tickets by May 26 get an extra drawing entry! Friday, June 9, 2023 6:30 to 10:00 p.m. Skyview Middle School All Skyview 8th Graders are invited to have fun and enjoy fun food, live entertainment, a DJ, games, door prizes, and photo booth! Did you know we have over 10 professional entertainers performing at this year’s party? Some of these artists have performed in LA, Vegas, and even for Cirque du Soleil.  Bust a move with DJ Curt, play games, watch a movie, or try karaoke. Arrive like a ... read full article
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Nancy Tangen 
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7/8/2022-7/22/2023
2023 8th Grade Party Registration Open! Donations accepted too.Nancy Tangen4/17/20236/9/2023
2023 8th Grade Party Registration Open! Donations accepted too.
Registration is OPEN for the 2023 8th Grade Party! Friday, June 9, 2023 6:30 to 10:00 p.m. All Skyview 8th Graders are invited to have fun and enjoy snacks, live entertainment, a DJ, games, door prizes, and photo booth! Location: Skyview Middle School Ticket price: $35 until Friday, 5/26/2023 @ 11:59 p.m. Price increases to $45 starting Saturday, 5/27/2023 Scholarships available for some or all of the ticket price. Completely confidential. Please email  skyview8thgrade@gmail.com  with the following information: your name student full name student birth date and that you are requesting a scholarship to the 2023 8th Grade Dance. Frequently ... read full article
Local Skyview PTSA Award RecipientsNancy Tangen3/12/20231/23/2026
Local Skyview PTSA Award Recipients
  Every year Skyview MS PTSA recognizes people who have gone above and beyond in their service to our community. This great PTSA is only as strong as it's volunteers, educators, and community. Thank you to everyone who gives their time for Skyview kids!   Awards and Descriptions   Golden Acorn Golden Acorn is presented to an outstanding PTSA volunteer dedicated to servicing all children at Skyview and who goes above and beyond. Outstanding Educator Outstanding Educator is to recognize an individual who has made significant contributions in their community to enhance the educational outcomes of all children or youth. ... read full article
Local PTA 2022-23 Award Nominations OPEN!Nancy Tangen3/12/20234/21/2023
Local PTA 2022-23 Award Nominations OPEN!
2022-23 Award Nominations are OPEN! Every year Skyview MS PTSA recognizes people who have gone above and beyond in their service to our community. This great PTSA is only as strong as it's volunteers, educators, and community. Thank you to everyone who gives their time for Skyview kids! Please take a few minutes and nominate someone you feel has made an impact and a difference! Let's recognize their hard work, sacrifice and contributions!!! You may submit more than one nomination!!! Awards and Descriptions   Golden Acorn Golden Acorn is presented to an outstanding PTSA volunteer dedicated to servicing all children ... read full article
Skyview Music Boosters - Thank you!!!Nancy Tangen2/14/20233/28/2023
Skyview Music Boosters - Thank you!!!
Dessert Night was a big success on Friday, February 10, 2023! We were able to raise $2200 for the Skyview Music Department. That's amazing! THANK YOU to everyone who participated in this event including our student performers, those who donated desserts and raffle basket items, and to everyone who purchased tickets. If you have feedback for next year's event, please email skyviewmusicboosters@gmail.com. Here are some photos from this fantastic event! ... read full article
Skyview Music Boosters - Dessert Night - February 10Nancy Tangen1/18/20232/11/2023
Skyview Music Boosters - Dessert Night - February 10
  Get ready for dessert night on Friday, February 10! This event is open to all and is a fundraiser sponsored by Skyview Music Boosters. Entertainment will be provided by Skyview music students and sweet treats will be available for purchase. The event will be held in the Skyview cafeteria from 7-9 pm. Volunteers and baked goods are needed! Click here  to sign up for a shift or to donate baked goods. Skyview families, the Music Boosters need your help for Dessert Night! They are planning six different themed baskets to raffle off as part of our fundraiser: Family Game Night, Gardening, ... read full article
Volunteers Needed for ASB - Val-O-Gram Sales at Lunch - 1/31-2/10Nancy Tangen1/18/20232/11/2023
Volunteers Needed for ASB - Val-O-Gram Sales at Lunch - 1/31-2/10
Volunteers Needed for ASB Valentine's Event!! Skyview ASB is holding a fun Valentine's Day event and needs help during all lunches from January 31 - February 10. If you are able to help for an hour (or two, or three, or more!) that would be so helpful.  Click here  to sign up today. ... read full article
Food Drive: November 28- December 15, 2022Nancy Tangen11/24/202212/16/2022
Food Drive: November 28- December 15, 2022
Skyview Food Drive! November 28 - December 15, 2022   The Food Pantry shelves are looking a little bare! To help our community, Skyview ASB is holding a non-perishables Food Drive through December 15! Please help if you can and the classes who bring in the most food will win prizes!   ... read full article
December Gift Card DriveNancy Tangen11/16/202212/9/2022
December Gift Card Drive
Holiday Giving - Gift Cards for Kids in Need Deliver by December 9! This holiday season, the North Creek/Skyview PTSA Food Pantry is collecting $25 gift cards to provide to food pantry families in need in our North Creek and Skyview community. Please consider donating one or more  $25 physical gift cards (or eGift Cards) from Target or Fred Meyer.  Our goal is to collect 150 gift cards for kids in need. Due to IRS restrictions, PTSA's must collect  physical gift cards or eGift Cards - we cannot purchase gift cards with monetary donations. Ways to donate by December 9: Purchase an electronic gift card ... read full article
Veterans Day Assembly - November 10, 2022Nancy Tangen11/4/202211/11/2022
Veterans Day Assembly - November 10, 2022
Skyview Honors Our Veterans   From the school: In recognition of all of the men and women who have served in the United States Armed Forces, Skyview is hosting a slideshow tribute during our November 10th Veteran’s Day Assembly. We are requesting that students, staff, and their families submit photos and brief descriptions of family members who currently serve or who have served in the Armed Forces, by Sunday, November 6th .  You can submit through the Skyview Veteran's Day Picture Submission Form - thanks!   Veterans Panel Interview :  One segment of our assembly is going to feature a ... read full article
Staff Appreciation Pasta Lunch - November 18 - Thank you!!Nancy Tangen10/27/202212/31/2022
Staff Appreciation Pasta Lunch - November 18 - Thank you!!
Thank you to everyone who made this awesome lunch happen! Staff Appreciation Lunch - November 18 Our amazing Skyview PTSA Staff Appreciation Committee organized a wonderful Pasta Lunch for our awesome Skyview Staff on Friday, November 18. In order to make this event happen, we had lots of donations (food and monetary) and volunteers who gave their time to help. We can't thank you all enough! Here are some pictures of the event:         ... read full article
Downtown Bellevue Ice Skating: Nov 18 - Jan 8Nancy Tangen10/25/20221/9/2023
Downtown Bellevue Ice Skating: Nov 18 - Jan 8
Holiday Ice Skating!! We are pleased to share that the Skyview PTSA is partnering with the Bellevue Downtown Ice Rink in a fun, fundraiser! This temporary structure in Bellevue Downtown Park , just south of Bellevue Square, is a fantastic arena sure to bring joy to your holidays! Ice skating tickets are available online and just by mentioning Skyview PTSA to the attendant when you get to the rink, $3.00 from each ticket purchase will be donated back to our PTSA.  The ice rink is open now and will remain open through January 8, 2023. We hope you enjoy this ... read full article
Emergency Preparedness - 10/20 Great ShakeOut & Additional InfoNancy Tangen10/19/202211/2/2022
Emergency Preparedness - 10/20 Great ShakeOut & Additional Info
NEWS Washington State now has an  Earthquake Early Warning cellphone application . For more information about it, go to this website:   https://mil.wa.gov/alerts#shakealert The MyShake App sends a warning to mobile phone users that shaking is about to occur. The system uses ground-motion sensors to detect earthquakes that have already started and estimates their size, location, and impact. When it detects a significant magnitude, the system issues a ShakeAlert® Message, providing a warning a few seconds before shaking begins. NOTE: The MyShake App will be sending a test alert at 10:20 a.m., Oct. 20. The test alert should include test audio ... read full article
2022 Skyview Spirit Week!Nancy Tangen10/18/202211/5/2022
2022 Skyview Spirit Week!
  School Spirit Week is Coming Up!   Monday - October 31 - Halloween and Costumes Everyone wear your costume and there will be a costume contest at lunch   Tuesday - November 1 - Colors Day Show unity with your class by wearing your grade's color: 8th graders in BLACK 7th graders in ORANGE 6th graders in PURPLE Staff in RED   Wednesday - November 2 - Franchise Day Show you are a fan of a brand or franchise and go all out! Marvel and DC, Star Wars, Harry Potter, food, brands, sports teams, and more   Thursday - ... read full article
Hispanic & LatinX Heritage Month Celebration - October 28Nancy Tangen10/13/202210/28/2022
Hispanic & LatinX Heritage Month Celebration - October 28
  On October 28, the Skyview students are having a party to celebrate Hispanic and LatinX Heritage Month at Skyview Middle School.   Everyone in the school community is invited to join and celebrate together. They will have music, games, and beautiful decorations all organized by Skyview students.   There will also be dances you can learn, and delicious food made by Skyview families. If you would like to make food for the party, here are the requirements:   Please bring fresh food and keep a list of ingredients Please bring something that represents Hispanic & Latin cultures   Looking ... read full article
Skyview ASB & PTSA -What's the Difference?Nancy Tangen10/12/202210/31/2023
Skyview ASB & PTSA -What's the Difference?
  Skyview ASB & PTSA - What's the Difference?   Our Eagle community is incredibly lucky to have an outstanding Skyview ASB (Associated Student Body) and Skyview PTSA (Parent Teacher Student Association) supporting the kids and staff at Skyview. That said, it is also important to understand the differences between these two organizations and why it is important to support both through the two fundraisers currently happening: Snap Raise for Skyview ASB Pass the Hat for Skyview PTSA Below you will find a helpful chart to explain the differences, between these two groups. The best part, is that what you ... read full article
2022 Fall PTSA Membership DriveNancy Tangen10/12/202211/1/2022
2022 Fall PTSA Membership Drive
2022 Fall PTSA Membership Drawing Oh! You haven't joined Skyview PTSA or renewed your membership for this year? No problem! Join or renew by November 1, to be entered into the Fall Membership Drawing for an awesome Fall Baking Basket and help all kids! Membership is an EASY way for you to support for the programs and events that PTSA sponsors at Skyview and show that you want these great activities to continue! Events like Ice Cream Social, Parent Education Events, Food Pantry, Spelling Bee, Gift to School & Staff Grants, and more can happen because of you! See what ... read full article
Skyview Fall Play: Bad Auditions by Bad ActorsNancy Tangen10/6/202211/5/2022
Skyview Fall Play: Bad Auditions by Bad Actors
The Skyview Drama department is proud to announce that their Fall Play will be performed at 7:00 p.m. Friday, November 4, and Saturday, November 5 at 2:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. Tickets are $6.00 with an ASB card and $8.00 without.   Don't miss out on this great performance! Come support these kids who have worked so hard, and purchase your tickets today ! ... read full article
NY & Washington D.C. Spring Break Trip!Nancy Tangen10/3/202210/31/2022
NY & Washington D.C. Spring Break Trip!
  We’re going to New York City and  Washington D.C. !   Deadline to sign up is this month! Please turn in your deposit by October 15th. All Skyview students are invited on a trip of a lifetime! Students will experience firsthand the rich history of our nation by touring the world's most powerful cities. Students will gain a deeper understanding of our history, the consequences of choices, themes of patriotism and sacrifice, and of their role in shaping America's destiny. The Washington, D.C./New York City experience challenges students to role-play life from the perspective of our founding fathers to the ... read full article
Fill the Fridge - Staff Appreciation Event - October 17Nancy Tangen9/26/202210/17/2022
Fill the Fridge - Staff Appreciation Event - October 17
  Staff Appreciation - Fill the Fridge Event! What's better than having a stocked Staff Room to go grab drinks and snacks?! Help the Skyview PTSA Staff Appreciation team Fill the Fridge (and the counters and tables!) with yummy snacks and drinks for our amazing Skyview Staff! Click here to learn more and to donate to this fun event! ... read full article
Food Pantry Collection at Curriculum Night - October 5Nancy Tangen9/26/202210/6/2022
Food Pantry Collection at Curriculum Night - October 5
Skyview 2022-2023 Curriculum Night & Food Pantry Food Drive!   The school is excited to invite all parents and caregivers to the 2022-2023 Skyview Curriculum Night on Wednesday, October 5 at 6:30 in the evening. Come and meet your student's teachers and the Skyview administration, walk the halls of Skyview, and learn more about the PTSA. We are also pleased to announce that the Skyview & North Creek Food Pantry will be holding a Food Drive at Curriculum Night as well! Please click here to learn more about the Food Pantry, see what's needed for donations, and request food. ... read full article
Seeking Reflections Theme for 2024-2025!Nancy Tangen9/15/202211/2/2022
Seeking Reflections Theme for 2024-2025!
Annually, National PTA hosts a contest to determine a Reflections Theme for two years out. Now is your chance to submit your ideas, and if yours is selected, National PTA will give you $100!   As a reminder, students can compete in dance choreography, film production, visual arts, photography, literature, and music composition.    Please submit your ideas via this Google form .   If you have any questions, please reach out to Skyview PTSA's Reflections chairs, Foram Shah ( sforam@gmail.com ) or Surjana Babu ( srujana.babu@gmail.com ).   Good luck and have fun!   Reminder that all ideas must ... read full article
Hearing & Vision ScreeningNancy Tangen9/14/202210/19/2022
Hearing & Vision Screening
  The school would love help as they do Hearing & Vision Screening for all 7th graders at Skyview.   If you are able to help on October 19, please click here to sign up for a shift.    Thank you in advance for volunteering! ... read full article
Staff Appreciation Lunch Thank YOU! - September 16 - Soup and Salads!Nancy Tangen8/30/20229/30/2022
Staff Appreciation Lunch Thank YOU! - September 16 - Soup and Salads!
Thank You for An Awesome Staff Appreciation Event!   The Skyview staff was so appreciative of their SOUP-er yummy lunch on Friday! They had 12 soups to choose from, rolls, garden and Cesar salads, dessert, and drinks. Thank you to everyone who donated and volunteered to make this event great!    Here are a few photos from the event:       Friday, September 16, 2022 The Skyview PTSA Staff Appreciation Committee is excited to host a Soup & Salad Luncheon for our 115 hardworking Skyview staff on Friday, September 16th and we need your help. How you can help? ... read full article
School Picture Day - Sept 20 - Volunteers NeededNancy Tangen8/30/20229/19/2022
School Picture Day - Sept 20 - Volunteers Needed
Volunteers Needed!   We need help from a few volunteers to make sure Picture Day, on Tuesday, September 20, is smooth!   Please click here and sign up for any times that you think you can help.    Reminder: all volunteers must receive a level 1 NSD background clearance - please  click here  to get your background check - it's quick and easy! ... read full article
2022 6th Grade & New Student Info Night and PTSA Ice Cream SocialNancy Tangen8/16/20228/25/2022
2022 6th Grade & New Student Info Night and PTSA Ice Cream Social
Wednesday, August 24th, 6:30-8pm Info Night & PTSA Sponsored Ice Cream Social for incoming 6th graders and newly enrolled 7th and 8th graders   Who:  For all 6th grade students and 7th/8th grade students new to Skyview including parents/guardians (To minimize the size of the event, the school is asking for each new Eagle to bring one adult with them to this event. )   What:  Info Night for incoming 6th graders and newly enrolled 7th and 8th graders, and a parent/caregiver Where:  Enter by the front of the school and head to the gym When : Wednesday, August 24, ... read full article
PTSA Meeting Dates 2022-2023Nancy Tangen7/8/20226/30/2023
PTSA Meeting Dates 2022-2023
Skyview Middle School PTSA - Meeting Dates Membership Meetings : (open to school families, staff & community!) Except as noted, general meetings take place at 7:00 p.m. October 19, 2022 - 6:30-7:30 p.m. via Zoom January 18, 2023 - 7:00-8:00 p.m. via Zoom May 23, 2023 - 7:00-8:00 p.m. in the Skyview Cafeteria   Board Meetings: Excep t as noted, board meetings take place at 7:00 p.m. and are via Zoom September 7, 2022 September 28, 2022 December 7, 2022 January 4, 2023 February 8, 2023 March 8, 2023 April 5, 2023 May 3, 2023   Updated 6/9/2022 ... read full article
2022-2023 Eagle Day!Nancy Tangen7/8/20227/22/2022
2022-2023 Eagle Day!
  What is Eagle Day? Eagle Day is a fun, open format event for Skyview students, full of a variety of FREE activities provided by PTSA and ASB. This is during the school day, so ALL students can participate! Eagle Day is typically held during the last week of the school year. We appreciate your help to make this a fun and memorable day for our Skyview students. We hope you can participate and help send the students into the summer with an exciting Eagle Day. How Can I Help? VOLUNTEERING:   We will be looking for lots of volunteers ... read full article
2022-2023 8th Grade PartyNancy Tangen7/8/20227/22/2023
2022-2023 8th Grade Party
  Registration & Purchase Tickets for the 2023 8th Grade Party! Students with Tickets by May 26 get an extra drawing entry! Friday, June 9, 2023 6:30 to 10:00 p.m. Skyview Middle School All Skyview 8th Graders are invited to have fun and enjoy fun food, live entertainment, a DJ, games, door prizes, and photo booth! Did you know we have over 10 professional entertainers performing at this year’s party? Some of these artists have performed in LA, Vegas, and even for Cirque du Soleil.  Bust a move with DJ Curt, play games, watch a movie, or try karaoke. Arrive like a ... read full article
Seeking Volunteers for 2022-23 School Year!Nicole Trimble5/6/20228/31/2022
Seeking Volunteers for 2022-23 School Year!
We have lots of openings for fun volunteer positions on our PTSA next year! Co-chairs are welcome and encouraged, share the work and have more fun! Check out what's available and reach out to our current PTSA president to learn more about any role. Volunteer Opportunities 2022-23 ... read full article