Cottage Lake Parents:  Are you aware that foreign language classes start at the highschool level in Northshore School District schools, unlike many other districts in the state which start in Jr. High?  There's currently a movement to propose a change -below is a letter that was initially sent to the district to start the conversation regarding incorporating foreign language classes at the junior high level. NSD is willing to meet at district headquarters in response to that letter, so we are hoping to find an interested party to represent Cottage Lake Elementary in the upcoming meeting with the Northshore District Assistant superintendent ... read full article

WA State PTA hosts a Men’s program which recognizes the important and different contribution that men make in children's lives and in their education.  Children are more successful in and out of school when they have the guidance of an involved male role model—a father, grandfather, uncle, brother, step-father, teacher, mentor, neighbor, pastor/priest, coach, or friend.  WA State PTA advocates for all children and all families, and as part of that advocacy they are promoting a statewide essay contest that explores this vital relationship, from our children’s perspective.  All children’s entries shall include an essay no more than 650 words ... read full article

Can you tickle the ivories with skill?  We're looking for a piano player who is willing to learn and perform for our spring drama production of the Jungle Book.  If you'd like to see the score before raising your hand (um, emailing cottagelakepta@hotmail.com agreeing to do it!) then you can view it here .  Time commitment would be at the school the week of production (Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday rehearsals and 2 performances on Saturday).   ... read full article