June 30, 2014

Dear Publisher Representative:

The Issaquah School District is currently in the process of selecting Elementary and Secondary Music materials.

During this adoption process it is requested that you do not contact any district personnel.  Failure to comply with this request could 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
- Align with National Music Education Standards and Washington State Standards
- Promote standards-based and researched-based practices in instruction and assessment
- Provide a comprehensive music program
- Support culturally relevant teaching
- Integrate technology into teaching and learning
- Are gender and bias free

If you have materials that fit the description above, please contact Dawn Wallace, Director of Instructional Support, at wallaced@issaquah.wednet.edu or (425) 837-7043.

Thank you for your assistance.

Sincerely,
 
Emilie Hard
Executive Director
Teaching and Learning Services