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Welcome to Pacific Cascade Middle School!

Located in Issaquah, WA, Pacific Cascade Middle School serves approximately 685 students in grades 6-8. Read more about Our School.

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Virtual

📱 How do screens and social media impact students’ mental health and well-being? Join the Issaquah PTSA Council 2.6 and Issaquah School District for a virtual community conversation exploring this important topic. 💬



🗓️ Wednesday, Nov. 12, 2025 | 6–8 p.m. | Virtual Event

🔗 Register: bit.ly/screensconvo



Families will:

✨ Learn the latest research on youth screen use and social media

🤝 Connect with other families to share ideas and strengthen home-to-school connections

🧠 Access tools and a take-home guide to support healthy screen habits



All families are welcome! 🌍 Instant Language Assistance (ILA) will be available in 200+ languages, and accommodations can be requested at isdcommunications@issaquah.wednet.edu.



 

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Virtual

Please join us for the ISD Online Open House at 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday, November 12!

We will share more about our new virtual high school, which opens in the fall of 2026, including details about how our full-time school will offer flexibility, meaningful support from teachers and mentors, and a welcoming community that encourages students to learn, grow and find balance in their academic journey!

Those who attend will also have the chance to hear about our learning center; what our personalized, high-quality instruction will be like; how students can participate in extracurricular activities; and more. Students will have the chance to help us vote on a mascot for our new school, which will serve grades 9-12. 

Register for the virtual open house or for an in-person tour using this form.

If you missed our original announcement about the new school, read more on our website.

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Administration Building, 5150 220th Ave SE, Issaquah, WA

Please note the agenda and materials may be modified up to 24 hours prior to the meeting; after that time, any agenda modifications will be addressed at the meeting.

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Thrilling Orientation Adventures for Sixth Graders
Thrilling Orientation Adventures for Sixth Graders

WEB doesn’t end when orientation wraps up. Throughout the year, WEB leaders will check in regularly with their sixth-grade buddies to lead activities and even stop by for a quick hello in the hallway. These ongoing meet-ups are designed to foster lasting friendships, offer academic tips, and ensure that every new student feels seen and supported. Thanks to Mrs. Steier and all our new WEB leaders for making PCMS a WEB place.

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By the Numbers

689

Students enrolled in the 2022-23 school year.

Pacific Cascade Middle School prides itself on being an inclusive community that builds character, inspires excellence, and ignites futures.

49

Classroom teachers in the 2021-22 school year.

In the 2021-22 school  year, our teachers had an average of 14.8 years of experience.

59.2%

Of our teachers have a master's degree or higher.

To find the contact information for one of our teachers or staff, visit the directory (use the menu option at the top right to access the directory).

89.9%

Of our students attend regularly.

This data is from the 2021-22 school year, the most recent year available from OSPI.


 

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School Highlights & Programs

Our students will be prepared for and eager to accept the academic, occupational, personal and practical challenges of life in a dynamic global environment.

Principal Jeff McGowan

Meet Principal Jeff McGowan!

Hi, Lynx families! My favorite thing about being a principal is working with staff and students. A few fun facts about me: I love the “Harry Potter” books. My favorite musician is Bruce Springsteen. If I could only eat one food for the rest of my life, I would order from Ron’s Drive-In, a restaurant in the Spokane Valley. 

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Responsible Citizenship

Students will understand and respect their freedoms and responsibilities as members of the ISD community and global world at large. They will move forward in all aspects of their lives by applying the ethical and equitable values fostered in their education.

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Comprehensive Awareness

Students will receive extensive social-emotional support each year of their educational career. In addition, they will learn life skills to support all aspects of their growth, including collaboration, goal setting, physical health, creativity, and resilience.

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