Kumon Math and Reading Center Opens in Issaquah Highlands

ISSAQUAH, WA, Jun 01 (MARKET WIRE) --
Kumon Math and Reading Center has opened its doors in Issaquah Highlands.
Kumon, an after-school math and reading program for children ages three
to 18, works with families from the Issaquah Highlands and Klahanie
communities, as well as greater Issaquah, Bellevue and Sammamish. Located
20 minutes east of Seattle along the I-90 corridor, Issaquah Highlands is
an urban village developed by Port Blakely Communities.

"We selected Issaquah Highlands because it is a growing community where
families make education a high priority," said Cindy McVay, director,
Kumon of Issaquah. "About two-thirds of our students live in Issaquah
Highlands and we're thrilled that many can walk or bike to Kumon. It's an
ideal location."

Kumon of Issaquah, which was recently awarded Gold Elite status for its
students' academic performance, opened its first Eastside location in
2004. McVay attributes the success of students to the outstanding local
school boards of Issaquah, Lake Washington and Bellevue.

"The Eastside schools are second-to-none," continued McVay. "Combine
excellent schools with parents who are committed to helping their children
thrive academically and the result is a wonderful environment to raise a
family. Kumon is proud to be a part of this community."

Kumon is located at 1036 NE Park Drive in Issaquah Highlands, directly
across from Issaquah Highlands' new pond and walking area. Kumon is
adjacent to restaurants such as Caffe Ladro, Sip Wine Bar & Restaurant,
Marcela's Mexican Grill, Subway and Ricenroll. Nearby services include
Curves, Occhio Optometry, Highlands Cleaners and Sorella Salon and Spa.

About Port Blakely Communities

A division of Port Blakely Companies, Port Blakely Communities applies its
family values of integrity, quality, innovation and stewardship to the
business of real estate. Port Blakely Communities creates residential and
mixed-use urban villages that embrace the principles of smart growth. The
company builds communities that are known for their quality construction,
innovative design, small-town feel and respect for the environment.
Founded in the 1990s, Port Blakely Communities' largest effort is the
award-winning Issaquah Highlands community. For more information, visit
www.portblakely.com and www.issaquahhighlands.com.

About Kumon

Kumon is an after-school math and reading program that unlocks the
potential of children by motivating them to achieve more on their own.
Founded in Japan in 1958, the learning method uses a systematic
individualized approach that helps children develop a solid command of
math and reading skills. Through daily practice and mastery of materials,
students increase confidence, improve concentration and develop better
study skills. Kumon has 26,000 centers in 46 countries and more than four
million students studying worldwide. For more information, visit
www.kumon.com.

Contact:
Suzanne E. Lee
MWW Group for Port Blakely Communities
206.505.8390
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