September 18, 2013

Dear Publisher Representative:

The Issaquah School District is currently in the process of selecting K-5 non-fiction literature on health and fitness related topics.

During this adoption process, district policy requires that you not contact any district personnel, except for the person responsible for coordinating the materials review. Failure to comply with this request will result in disqualification for your company for the review and adoption process.

The district is aware of the great variety of materials available and is investigating them at this time. We are seeking materials that:

 Utilize best practices and research on student achievement in health and fitness
 Align with State Standards and Grade Level Expectations for health and fitness
 Promote standards-based practices in instruction
 Support culturally relevant teaching
 Are gender and bias free

If you have materials that fit the description above, please contact Nancy Stewart, Health/PE Curriculum Specialist, at 425-837-7147 to arrange for a review. All materials must be received at the district prior to October 23, 2013, at 4:00 pm.

Thank you for your assistance.

Sincerely,
 
Emilie Hard
Executive Director
Teaching and Learning Services