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A Huge Thank You to Bothell-Everett Kids Dentistry for Supporting Sister Schools
We’re thrilled to shine a spotlight on one of our incredible community partners! Bothell-Everett Kids Dentistry was our gold sponsor for our recent Benefit Brunch at Ray’s Boathouse! Their generous support helped us raise over $56,000 to empower students in Seattle and Uganda through education and connection. At Sister Schools, we believe that when communities come together, amazing things happen — and Bothell-Everett Kids Dentistry embodies that spirit perfectly. Their
Nov 101 min read


Brunching for a Cause: Sister Schools Benefit Raises Over $56,000!
On October 18th, friends and supporters of Sister Schools gathered at the beautiful Ray’s Boathouse for our annual Benefit Brunch - and what an incredible morning it was! Together, we raised over $56,000 to support our students in Seattle and Uganda. From the sparkling waterfront views to the laughter echoing through the room, the day was filled with generosity, joy, and community spirit. Guests enjoyed an excellent meal shared with great friends, all while celebrating the l
Nov 102 min read


Welcome to Our New Partner Schools!
As we gear up for another incredible year of connection, compassion, and cross-cultural learning, Sister Schools is thrilled to welcome...
Sep 182 min read


The Bad Monkeys Make a Difference
What do marimbas and making a difference have in common? At Fernwood Elementary school, a lot more than you might think! Fernwood...
Sep 183 min read


Global Connections at Salmon Bay
Louisa in class at Salmon Bay Sister Schools builds global connections between thousands of students each year. Today, I want to...
Aug 112 min read


Local Dentist Makes a Difference
Thank you Bothell-Everett Kids Dentistry for sponsoring Sister Schools' program at Fernwood Elementary! At Fernwood Elementary, students...
Jun 112 min read


Meet our Blackwell Elementary Students
Through Sister Schools, Navya is inspired to make a difference in the world. Navya is a vibrant 5th Grader at Blackwell Elementary. She...
Jun 112 min read


A Joyful Arrival: School Supplies Reach Uganda
The day we’d all been waiting for finally arrived—our latest shipment of school supplies from our amazing student donors in Seattle...
May 11 min read


Meet Kiyunga Primary School
Kiyunga Islamic Primary School has partnered with Sister Schools since 2014. In that time, they’ve seen great improvements in their...
Mar 262 min read


The Changing Landscape of USAID Funding
As many of you know, the majority of USAID funding has been paused or canceled in recent weeks. The abrupt changes to the development...
Mar 72 min read


Program Graduate Returns to Serve on Board
Sister Schools is so pleased to welcome another new Board Member to our team. Rob Bickford is a special addition because he is a...
Mar 72 min read
Welcome New Board Members
Sister Schools is very excited to welcome two new board members to our team! Gulsheen Kaur and Rick Brandon will both be incredible...
Jan 291 min read


School Profile: Kibiribiri
Since 2015, Sister Schools has partnered with Kibiribri, a private day school in Uganda. It’s pronounced “Chee-bee-ree-bee-ree,” and...
Jan 291 min read


2024 in Review
What a year it has been! As we close out 2024, take a look back at our TOP 5 highlights from an amazing year of building connections...
Dec 11, 20243 min read


It’s Book Week in Uganda!
One of Sister Schools’ biggest sources of impact in Uganda is our Literacy Centers. Through these school libraries, we...
Dec 11, 20241 min read


The Journey Begins!
Over the last three months, Sister Schools has been hard at work running supply drives at schools throughout the Seattle area. Now, we...
Nov 20, 20242 min read


Welcome, Olivia!
UW Board Fellow Program Connects Students and Nonprofits – Everybody Benefits! Over the summer, Sister Schools welcomed our very...
Nov 20, 20243 min read


Thank You for Celebrating With Us!
Ray’s Boathouse, with picture perfect views over Puget Sound, was a wonderful setting to celebrate Sister Schools at our annual auction....
Oct 31, 20241 min read


Back to School!
In October, our program year kicks off with Seattle school presentations, supply drives, and pick up days in quick succession. This year,...
Oct 31, 20243 min read


Meet Carol
As a retired elementary school principal, Dr. Carol A. Coram brings wonderful insight and expertise to our Board. The only challenge is...
Sep 27, 20242 min read
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