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Ordway Elementary School (K-4)

Ordway Newsletter - August 27, 2026

Posted Date: 08/27/26 (03:50 PM)


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Meet and Greet Tomorrow 8/28!

We are so excited to see our Ordway Otters tomorrow from 9:00–10:00 AM at Meet and Greet! Below is a list of things you can do during your visit:

  • Meet the Teacher: Find your child’s classroom and say hello to their teacher!
  • Transportation Form: Fill out our After - School Transportation Google Form to let us know your child’s after-school plan. Due before the first day of school.
  • Nurse & Medications: Nurse Carol will be available in the office to receive Medication at School forms and medications.
  • Kindergarten: Kindergarten parents, bring a change of clothes for your child packed in a labeled, gallon-size Ziploc bag to leave in the classroom for the year. You can also bring them to the WA Kids Conference next week.
  • Bus Information: BusRight App invitations and bus routes have been sent out. Contact transportation@bisd303.org or the Ordway Main Office if you have questions.
  • Food Service: Load your child’s food service account with Office Manager Sarah Dunstan in the office (cash, check, or card accepted).
  • Get Involved: Say hello to our PTO to see how you can get involved this year.
  • Review Arrival Departure Procedures: Take a moment to review our Arrival and Departure Procedures.
  • BISD Back to School HUB: Check the Back to School HUB for key dates, the Family Handbook, and first-day photo sign-ups.
 
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?

AUGUST
28: MEET AND GREET 9-10 AM

SEPTEMBER
01: GRADES 1-4 FIRST DAY OF SCHOOL. WAKIDS CONFERENCES FOR KINDERGARTEN
04: FIRST DAY OF KINDERGARTEN
07: LABOR DAY - NO SCHOOL
17: PARENT & GUARDIAN INFO NIGHT
28: NO SCHOOL - TEACHER RELEASE DAY
29: SCHOOL PICTURE DAY
 
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