MIHS News
I struggled with this month’s message- starting, stopping, and deleting many drafts. Toiling with what to say seems odd given the many student, staff, and district accomplishments in 2023. I’m proud of what we accomplished in November alone. However, I am also keenly aware of that which continues to challenge us near and far.
The MIHS Computer Repair Club is running a used technology donation drive on Saturday, December 9th from 1pm-4 pm at Mercer Island High School.
In October and November students at Crest Learning Center have been doing a multi-modal examination of Asian American experiences and history in the United States.
In honor of Inclusive Schools Week, WASA is partnering with the Mercer Island School District to present a showing of the film This is Not About Me followed by a forum with the film’s star Jordyn Zimmerman and Mercer Island High School graduate, Grant Blasko.
The student broadcasters at Mercer Island High School’s radio station, KMIH 88.9 The Bridge, have come away with three top honors at the annual John Drury Broadcasting Awards in Chicago.
On Monday, the Marching Band will appear on the Today Show on NBC. The band’s appearance on the Today Show will highlight their participation and performance in the parade. The Today Show can be seen on KING 5 starting at 7am. While exact times the band will be on are subject to change, it is anticipated the band segments on the Today Show will be at 8:30am and 8:52am.
FOX 13 Seattle shows Good Day Seattle and Studio 13 Live highlighted Mercer Island High School students, classes, and programs this morning with live segments on their shows.
Carly Henderson, co-host of Studio 13 Live on FOX 13 Seattle, will be broadcasting live from Mercer Island High School on Thursday, November 16 to celebrate both the MIHS Marching Band performing in the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade and the MIHS community.
Mercer Island High School Broadcast Media teacher Joe Bryant recently returned from New York City where he attended the induction ceremony for the Bob Rivers Show into the Radio Hall of Fame.
Principal Nick Wold's Newsletter is here! Click the link to read more.
Humankind. Last November, I attended a conference with our student representatives to the school board, Director Lurie, and Director Tucker. Guest speaker, Dr. Adolph Brown, delivered one of those keynotes that leaves you reflecting, wondering, and thinking well beyond the ride or flight back home.
Mercer Island High School Athletic Director Lindsey Blaine announced today David Woo has been selected as the new head coach of the school’s wrestling team.
Mercer Island High School Athletic Director Lindsey Blaine announced today Tim Chung has been selected as the new head coach of the boys swimming team.
Mercer Island High School football head coach DJ Mims has been named the 2023 Week 7 Seattle Seahawks 3A/4A High School Coach of the Week.