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Ordway Weekly Newsletter - October 6, 2025

Posted Date: 10/06/25 (2:58 PM)
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Monday October 6, 2025

Inside this Newsletter

  • Conference Sign ups
  • HC Referral Window
  • Attendance
  • Volunteering
 
conferences

Conference Sign-up Opens Wednesday

Fall conferences are 10/30-10/31. No school during conferences.

You can sign up for conferences in Skyward beginning this Wednesday 10/8 at 3 pm until 10/22. If you miss the conference sign up window please call the main office 206-842-7637 for assistance. Instructions for how to sign up for a conference in Skyward HERE.
 
HC

Highly Capable (HC) Referral Window Open — New to BISD, Grades 1–11

Fall Referral Window: September 29–October 10, 2025

BISD’s Highly Capable (HC) referrals are welcome during our fall window for students new to our district (since February 2025) in grades 1–11. (Referrals for Kindergarten and currently enrolled BISD students will open during our spring window.)

If you’d like your student considered for HC services, please visit our BISD Highly Capable page for the timeline, program details, and the referral form.

Previously in HC/Gifted elsewhere?
Please complete the BISD referral and email documentation (e.g., assessment scores, grades, placement letters) to Whitney Skarbek at wskarbek@bisd303.org.

Deadline: Submit the referral (and any supporting documents, if applicable) by end of day Friday, October 10, 2025.

Questions or need assistance? Contact Whitney Skarbek at wskarbek@bisd303.org.
 
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October Attendance Focus: Building Habits & Routines


This month we’re highlighting the importance of healthy routines that support regular attendance. Families play a key role in helping students arrive at school ready to learn.
💤 Sleep Matters
  • Children and teens need 8–10 hours of sleep each night.
  • A regular bedtime helps students wake up rested and focused.
🍳 Start the Day with Breakfast
  • Breakfast gives students the energy they need to learn.
  • Even something small — fruit, toast, or yogurt — makes a big difference.
⏰ Create a Morning Routine
  • Pack backpacks, lunches, and clothes the night before to reduce stress.
  • Consistent routines make mornings smoother for everyone.
🏫 Arrive On Time, Every Day
  • Showing up on time builds confidence and connection.
  • Missing just 2 days a month adds up to nearly a month of lost learning in a school year.

👉 Every day counts! When students come to school rested, prepared, and on time, they build strong habits for life.

 
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School Directory on Skyward

Did you know that you must OPT-IN to share your contact information with other families in the Skyward School Directory? Families are defaulted out, until you OPT-IN. This is not a requirement, but If this is of interest to your family, please refer to the OPT-IN guide linked HERE on how to add your contact information to the school directory.
 
Calendars

Ordway Calendar

Did you know that these dates are on Ordway Parent Square and the Ordway Website? And you can subscribe to the Ordway Calendar? See information above about how to sign up for Parent Square.

OCTOBER
06: PTO MEETING
22: UNITY DAY
24: JOG-A-THON
28: PICTURE RETAKES
29: HALLOWEEN PARADE (9-9:15 AM)
29: BOO BASH
30-31: CONFERENCES- NO SCHOOL
 
local events

Community Events

This page on the BISD Website publicizes information about community events as a service to non-profit community organizations. These events are perceived as appropriate for students, parents, and families. Interested in submitting news and events? Learn how to do so by visiting our webpage, Distributing News & Events.

 

Non-Discrimination Statement

Bainbridge Island School District does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, ethnicity, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, homelessness, immigration or citizenship status, the presence of any sensory mental, or physical disability, neurodivergence or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability.  The BISD provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. 

The following employees have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination:

Civil Rights Compliance Coordinator & Title IX Coordinator:
Kristen Haizlip, Associate Superintendent
206-780-1058
khaizlip@bisd303.org

Section 504/ADA Coordinators:
Annalisa Sanchez, Director of Student Services
206-780-1069
asanchez@bisd303.org

Maria Kuffel, Director of Student Services
206-780-1088
mkuffel@bisd303.org

8489 Madison Avenue North Bainbridge Island, WA 98110