August 2015

Introducing our New Championship Belts, just in time for Football and Chili Cook-Off Season!

Margene looks great modeling our new Championship Belt!

We are excited about our newest award, a full leather, 6 pound, Championship Belt! These belts are made by our supplier Simba, who is based in California, Texas, and North Carolina. What is great about these belts is that they are unique awards, something different than a trophy that will get your fantasy football, poker tournament, chili cook-off or sales team motivated to win it!

These belts are made of 100% leather, in a choice of black or white. The medal finish on each belt features over 46 crystals, along with heavy duty snaps in the back, adjustable so that the belt is one size fits all.

We offer belts specific for Fantasy Football, Chili Cook Offs, Poker Tournaments, and Sales Teams. There is also a more comprehensive “Championship” belt that is awesome for any occasion! Check out our new belts and let me know what you think!

Cheers!
Jessica

It's the start of a new school year!  Excitement is in the air for students, parents, and teachers,  with a new year ahead, full of possibility.  When I began thinking about this blog post and the first day of school, the main thing that struck me is how awesome my kids' schools have been.  It's not just me - they've been recognized nationally. Our elementary school, Sunset, was named as the 425 Magazine Best Public Elementary School, and Issaquah was just named one of the Best Towns for Families by Family Circle Magazine mainly due to the schools.  What makes Issaquah schools so special?

ISF grant winners.

Besides great kids and fantastic teachers, I believe it's because of the community support our schools receive.  And the biggest champion for our kids is the Issaquah Schools Foundation (ISF), which bridges the gap between state-provided basic education funds and the dollars our schools need to prepare students for success in school and life.

The Issaquah Schools Foundation was formed in 1987 and has given over $3 million dollars toward programs that encourage academic excellence, support struggling students and promote professional development of teachers.  Personally my children have benefitted directly from foundation funding through after school library hours and support to the arts, specifically orchestra.

The badges we create for the Issaquah Schools Foundation.

Every year ISF hosts a "Nourish Every Mind" luncheon and breakfast where partners attend to support the foundation.  It's the biggest fundraiser of the year!  They order ribbons for their staff, volunteers and donors.  We also create name badges for their staff, executive committee and board members.

To find out more about the Issaquah Schools Foundation and what they do for students, visit issaquahschoolsfoundation.org. Thank you to all of the volunteers and staff who serve the foundation and our kids.  Hats off to the great work you do. It's wonderful living in Issaquah and I wish students a great school year ahead!

Cheers!
Jessica