Welcome & Discovery Center

$7 MILLION GOAL – $3.3 million raised as of press time

A student and community center is more than just a building. It is a place where students can learn, grow, and connect with each other and the world. The centerpiece of this new facility will be a multipurpose space that can seat 250 guests. With a dedicated lobby and pre-function area, we will be able to host all kinds of events, meetings, and gatherings that aren’t possible today. The flexible space will also enable us to bring our community together to celebrate and congregate throughout the year in meaningful and collaborative ways. New administrative offices and a conference room will also be housed in this building so that our professional staff can serve families and students at the highest level.

Naming Opportunities

Every gift to Doors to Discovery is deeply appreciated and helps move us closer to our goal. All donors, at every level, will be included on our donor recognition wall. Below are opportunities to have a gift named in honor of the donor or in honor/ memory of a family member or loved one.

WELCOME & DISCOVERY CENTER

• Welcome & Discovery Center facility: $5 million

• Discovery Hall (multipurpose room): $3 million

• Entry & Lobby: $1 million

• Admin Wing: $1 million

• Conference Room: $500,000

Financial Aid Endowment

• Named endowment scholarship fund: $100,000 and above

• For a list of our current named endowment funds, please visit overlake.org/endowment

Benefits of the Welcome & Discovery Center

• Providing a student-centered learning environment that focuses on the individual learner’s needs and interests.

• Allowing students to engage in project-based, interdisciplinary learning that connects curriculum to real-world challenges.

• Fostering self-direction, curiosity, creativity, and collaboration among students, which are essential skills for future success.

• Offering a variety of flexible and adaptable learning spaces that can accommodate different learning styles and preferences.

• Creating a positive and supportive classroom culture that encourages student choice, voice, and risk-taking.

• Involving meaningful feedback from teachers, peers, and community partners that helps students measure their progress and improve their learning.

• Building a strong sense of belonging and community among students, teachers, and families.

A new student and community center is a valuable investment for our school and our students. We are creating a learning environment that prepares students for the future and inspires them to solve problems and make a difference in the world.

Ways to Give

If you are interested in supporting the Welcome & Discovery Center or financial aid endowment, please contact Director of Development Brisen Brady at bbrady@overlake.org or 425-868-1000.