Not many educators have been involved with Sister Schools as long as Peggy Lotz. In fact, she has worked with Sister Schools for at least half of the 40+ years she has been teaching, at both Elizabeth Blackwell Elementary and Peter Kirk Elementary. When school is not in session, Peggy loves reading, spending time with […]
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The Board Corner: Q&A with Julia Leitman
In our new series, “The Board Corner,” we are getting to know our Board of Directors and learning what drew them to serving with Sister Schools. Julia’s history with Sister Schools goes back 15 years, when she first traveled to Uganda on a student distribution trip in 2005. Since then, she has grown up, graduated […]
Teacher Features: A Q&A with Brett Heinemann
In our new series, “Teacher Features,” we are spotlighting the amazing educators who have been involved with Sister Schools over the years. Brett Heinemann works at Clyde Hill Elementary. He’s been an educator for more than 16 years and his favorite subject to teach is social studies. Outside of work and family life, Brett likes […]
The Board Corner: Q&A with Liz Silva
In our new series, “The Board Corner,” we are getting to know our Board of Directors and learning what drew them to serving with Sister Schools. Meet Liz: She’s a 7th grade science teacher at Canyon Park Middle School in Bothell. She’s also a Sister Schools Board member who is passionate about advancing literacy in […]
Fernwood Went Digital!
This weekend, Sister Schools staff kicked off our distributions with food at our partners Ntawo Primary School and Kiyunga Islamic Primary School. Concert supporters provided over 5,000 meals to students and their families! While those who live in rural settings are able to provide for themselves and their communities through small-scale farming and family gardens, […]
Teacher Features: Q&A with Jesse Magraw
In our new series, “Teacher Features,” we are spotlighting the amazing educators who have been involved with Sister Schools over the years. First up, meet Jesse Magraw from Christa McAuliffe Elementary. She’s been a teacher for nine years and her favorite subject is social studies. Outside of work, family and volunteering, she likes to spend […]
The Board Corner: Q&A with Melissa Pendleton
In our new series, “The Board Corner,” we are getting to know our Board of Directors and learning what drew them to serving with Sister Schools. When Melissa joined the Board seven years ago, she had no idea of the impact Sister Schools would have on her life. That’s why, between juggling her career and […]
Celebrating Excellence!
Thank you to everyone who came to the Sister Schools Pancake Brunch last Saturday! We had a great time eating, celebrating, and catching up with old friends. We also got the opportunity to honor our Educator of the Year and Volunteers of the Year! Doug Montzingo of Harbour Pointe Middle School has consistently gone above […]
Kellie’s Trip to Uganda
On April 1st I had the incredible honor to accompany Sister Schools to Uganda for 10 days. Even though having conversations with others that have made that trip, I was not truly prepared for the emotional impact. My first meeting was with students from Mukono Boarding School. Pulling into the school my heart was full […]
We Can’t Say Thank You Enough!
As our Thank You to all our donors, we personally invite you to our first annual Wine at the Warehouse. This will be a wonderful evening of wine and conversation taking place at our Mukilteo Warehouse – the place where all the magic happens! We appreciate the support you have given us throughout the years and are excited […]