January 30, 2013

Dear Publisher Representative:

The Issaquah School District is currently in the process of selecting a Biodiversity and Lab Concepts curriculum for the high school level.

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
* Is Inquiry and application-based
* Align with Common Core Standards (ELA in Science) and National Science Framework
* Promote standards-based practices in instruction and assessment
* Support culturally relevant teaching
* Are gender and bias free

If you have materials that fit the description above, please contact Debbie Nye, Secondary Science Specialist, at 425-837-7618 to arrange for a review. All materials must be received at the district prior to February 20, 2013 at 4:00 pm.

Thank you for your assistance.

Sincerely,

Emilie Hard
Executive Director
Teaching and Learning Services