Annual School Report
Welcome:
As we reflect on the 23/24 school year, I am filled with a sense of pride and gratitude for the journey we have undertaken together. It is with immense pleasure that I extend my heartfelt appreciation to our school community for contributing to the success and vibrancy of Cedar Trails.
Within this year's Annual Review, you will find a tapestry of experiences - from classroom adventures to extracurricular triumphs, from moments of laughter to instances of perseverance.
Our elementary school is not merely a building; it is a nurturing environment where dreams take flight, curiosity is encouraged, and potential is realized. Our dedicated team has worked tirelessly to foster a love for learning within our students, equipping them with the knowledge, skills, and values they need to thrive in an ever-changing world.
To our students: You are the heart and soul of our school. Your enthusiasm, creativity, and resilience inspire us each day. As you flip through these pages, may you be reminded of the incredible growth you have achieved and the bright futures that await you.
To our parents (especially our Parent Teacher Student Association ~ PTSA): Your unwavering support and partnership have been instrumental in our collective success. Thank you for entrusting us with the education and well-being of your children. Together, we have created a strong foundation upon which they will continue to build their dreams.
To school team: Your passion, dedication, and commitment to excellence are truly commendable. You go above and beyond EACH MOMENT of EVERY DAY to nurture the minds and hearts of our students, instilling in them a love for learning that will last a lifetime.
As we say goodbye to another academic year, let us carry forward the lessons learned, the friendships forged, and the memories cherished. Though our paths may diverge, we will forever remain connected by the bonds of the 23/24 school year experiences.
Here's to a review of a year that was filled with growth, learning, achievements and a whole lot of fun experiences!
Principal Coyle
Vision and Mission:
Vision: Inspiring every heart and mind to positively impact our community.
Mission: Creating and nurturing an inclusive environment that:
- Celebrates diverse personal strengths
- Collaborates, with the common goal of progress
- Cultivates positive relationships
- Captures the excitement of possibility
in order to support flexible and resilient learners ready for the future.
Principal 2023-24 School Year:
Tera Coyle
2023-24 School Year
To review the Issaquah School District 2023-2024 budget details and more, please visit the annual district report. The Issaquah School District believes in seeking continual feedback from a broad and diverse range of constituents regarding their experiences with the District and their neighborhood schools. See the Reports and Surveys Website for more information and survey results.
Data from the Office of the Superintendent of Instruction (OSPI)
State testing is required by Washington State (RCW 28A.230.095) and federal law. The federal Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA), enacted in 1965, is the nation’s national education law and shows a longstanding commitment to equal opportunity for all students. On December 10, 2015 President Obama reauthorized ESEA as the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA). These state and federal laws result in elementary students being regularly tested by the State to assess their progress as they move through school. State tests at designated grade levels which fulfill the federal Every Student Succeeds Act include the following:
- Smarter Balanced Assessments (SBA):
- English Language Arts (ELA) (3rd-8th grades, and 10th grade)
- Math (3rd-8th grades, and 10th grade)
- Washington Comprehensive Assessment of Science (WCAS):
- Science test (5th and 8th grade)
Demographic Data
- Grades: K-5
- Enrollment: 387
Teacher Experience Data
State Testing
Two tests given to elementary school students—The Smarter Balanced Assessment and the Washington Comprehensive Assessment of Science help indicate how well Issaquah students are learning.
Smarter Balanced Assessment (SBA)
The SBA consists of two parts: a computer adaptive test and a performance task. Writing is included at every grade level and students are asked to solve multi-step, real-world problems in math. Performance tasks ask students to determine an array of research, writing, and problem solving skills. The SBA results describe student achievement (how much students know at the end of the year).
The Grade Level Total ELA and Grade Level Total Math charts on the right-hand side of the page indicate the percent of students in third, fourth, and fifth grade who met or exceeded standard in ELA and Math on the SBA compared to the percent of students who met or exceeded standard in ELA and Math district-wide.
SBA English Language Arts (ELA) scores
SBA Math scores
Washington Comprehensive Assessment of Science (WCAS)
The WCAS fulfills the federal requirement that students be tested in Science once at the elementary level. The WCAS measures the level of proficiency students have achieved (what students know and can do) based on the Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS). The WCAS assesses all three dimensions of the learning standards (Science and Engineering Practices, Disciplinary Core Ideas, and Crosscutting Concepts). The numbers on the chart represent the percentage of students in grade 5 who met or exceeded standard on the NGSS compared to the percentage of students in grade 5 who met or exceeded standard district-wide.