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2026 Renewal Levies

In February of 2026, ISD voters will consider three levy renewal proposals: the Educational Programs & Operations Levy, which represents 16.6% of the district budget; the Capital (Technology and Critical Repairs) Levy; and the Transportation (School Bus) Levy.

Learn About the Levies

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Apply for Fall 2026

Applications open Jan. 12 and close March 13 for admission to the 2026-27 school year. Gibson Ek offers a nationally recognized, project-based model as a choice option in the Issaquah School District. Any eighth- or ninth-grader living in district boundaries may apply.

Learn more and apply on our Enrollment page

Gibson Ek High School
Welcome to Gibson Ek High School!

Located in Issaquah, WA, Gibson Ek is a choice high school offering an innovative educational model for students looking for a more personalized, authentic, project-based approach to learning.

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Upcoming Events

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ISD Administration Center, 5150 220th Ave SE, Issaquah, WA 98029

Time: Thursday, Jan 22 from 4:15pm – 6:00pm

 

Location: Tiger Mountain Conference room at the ISD Admin Building (5150 220th Ave SE, Issaquah 98029)

 

Agenda:

4:15 Call to order 

4:20 Approval of Minutes from last meeting (Dec 18, 2025)

4:25 Presentation of US History curriculum

5:00 General Business:

Next meeting: Feb 26, 2026, 4:15 pm – 6:00 pm

5:15 Adjourn                   

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Administration Building, 5150 220th Ave SE, Issaquah, WA

Please note the agenda and materials may be modified up to 24 hours prior to the meeting; after that time, any agenda modifications will be addressed at the meeting.

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ISD Administration Center, 5150 220th Ave SE, Issaquah, WA 98029

The Issaquah School District, in partnership with Issaquah Community Clothing Closet, invites families to a free Winter Clothing and Health Event on Saturday, January 31, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the ISD Administration Building (5150 220th Ave SE, Issaquah). This event is open to all ISD students and families and offers a variety of essential services in a welcoming, supportive environment .

 

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ISD Administration Center, 5150 220th Ave SE, Issaquah, WA 98029

Your child’s teacher will be teaching the district adopted FLASH (Family Life and Sexual Health) and HIV/AIDS curriculum during this school year. There were two information sessions which gave parents/guardians an opportunity to examine the instructional materials and view the videos that may be used. These sessions were on October 2 and October 4 at the Issaquah School District Administration Center. If you were unable to attend one of these sessions, the curriculum materials will be available to preview in the lobby of the District Administration building during business hours, 8:00 AM- 4:00 PM daily from February 2 to March 17. Due to copyright laws the detailed FLASH lessons and units for grades 7 and 8 cannot be shared electronically. Sixth grade FLASH uses the same curriculum as 5th grade, the lessons and units are available online, visit the district website linked here.

Location: Issaquah School District Administration Center,  5150 220th AVE SE, Issaquah, WA 98029.

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Gibson Ek High School

Gibson Ek Open House for prospective families and students

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You're invited to a virtual open house about ISD Online at 6 p.m. on February 5.



During the event, we'll share more about our new virtual high school, which opens in the fall of 2026, including details about how our full-time school will offer flexibility, meaningful support from teachers and mentors, and a welcoming community that encourages students to learn, grow and find balance in their academic journey!

Those who attend will also have the chance to hear about our learning center; what our personalized, high-quality instruction will be like; how students can participate in extracurricular activities; and more. Students will have the chance to help us vote on a mascot for our new school, which will serve grades 9-12. 

Register for the virtual open house or for an in-person tour using this form.

You can also learn more about our new school on the website.

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Administration Building, 5150 220th Ave SE, Issaquah, WA

Please note the agenda and materials may be modified up to 24 hours prior to the meeting; after that time, any agenda modifications will be addressed at the meeting.

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By the Numbers

182

Students enrolled in the 2022-23 school year.

Our small student body in grades 9-12 reflects a wide diversity of goals, from college to entrepreneurship to careers in a trade or the arts.

500+

Mentors

Hundreds of working professionals have volunteered to mentor our students through on-site internships and remote career-related projects.

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Competency Areas

With no traditional classes or grades, students learn through self-directed projects, incorporating competencies in reading, writing, science, social studies and math.

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Innovation Spaces

“Exploration time” allows students to dive hands-on into 3-D printing, visual arts, science, woodworking, music and audio recording, cooking, digital media, gardening, & more.

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School Highlights & Programs

Gibson Ek students commit to a personal vision through authentic new learning that empowers them to contribute their knowledge and skills to meaningfully influence the school and community.

Gibson Ek High School Principal Tonja Reischl

Meet Principal Tonja Reischl!

Hi, Gibson Ek families! I am excited for all of the ways our students will push their creativity and get involved in community initiatives to tackle big challenges. I'm inspired by the many community-builders who are working to make communities healthy, accessible and vibrant – and that list of community-builders includes our students! A few fun facts about me: I love anything outdoors, such as cross country skiing, mountain biking, hiking, paddleboarding, etc. I also enjoy learning about the outdoor ecosystems, including all of the creative ways people are restoring them, solving big problems, and ensuring access and accessibility for everyone.

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Project-Based Model

Gibson Ek High School is a choice school open to any Issaquah School District student looking for a more independent, project-based approach to learning. With no traditional classes or grades, Gibson Ek students learn through self-directed projects, using the design thinking process to guide their work. Projects incorporate reading, writing, science, social studies and math along the way. Certificated teachers guide and assess students as they work independently. As a Big Picture school, we develop students to live lives of their own design, supported by caring mentors and equitable opportunities to achieve their greatest potential. Students graduate from Gibson Ek with the skills, knowledge and qualities necessary to be activists in their world.

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Learning Through Internship

Learning Through Internship

Gibson Ek High School students learn from working professionals whose careers match the students’ interests. Mentors have the opportunity to teach a student about the job, coach soft skills, and make a lifelong impact on a teen. On Tuesdays and Thursdays, Gibson Ek students are mentored by adult professionals, either in-person at a workplace or remotely while the student completes a project from home. Well over 100 volunteers mentor our students, from local shop owners to professionals across the country and the world.

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