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Ordway School Newsletter - October 19, 2026

Posted Date: 10/19/26 (03:12 PM)
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fall leaves

Monday October 19, 2026

Inside this Newsletter

  • Picture Re-Takes
  • Conference Signups
  • PTO Happenings!
  • Conferences Sack Lunch Order Form
  • Ordway Community Meeting: Bond Planning Presentation
  • Unity Day 
  • Last Week of October - Reminders
  • BHS Volleyball & Basketball camps
 
Jostens

Picture Retakes are Tomorrow!

If you would like your child to have their picture retaken tomorrow, please let your child’s teacher know. Jostens will be at Ordway from 8 -12 and students will be pulled out of class by volunteers. Here is the flyer on how to access your child’s photos: 
 
conferences

Fall Conference Signups

Fall Conferences will be held in the afternoon on October 27, 28, 29 & 30.
Conference sign ups are OPEN in Skyward. Instructions can be found HERE. Conference signups will close in Skyward on Wednesday October 21st at 3 pm. If you miss the sign up window call the main office at 206-842-7637.
 
otter trot

PTO Happenings

The Otter Trot Fundraiser is in full swing! Visit the link to our Info Night presentation for more info about Otter Trot, our annual "Move-a-Thon" fundraiser. Students can earn donations to win prizes and parties for their class and teacher! We are asking each student to set a goal of $250 but any donation amount is appreciated! See below for a link to donate and a link to an Otter Trot Fundraiser Flyer your student can print or forward to friends, family, and neighbors!
All students who earn $1 or more will be entered into a weekly raffle for a special prize so get those pledges in!
boo bash

Boo Bash - Friday!

The Ordway Boo Bash is this Friday, October 23rd! 6-8 PM. The whole family is invited to this free, festive event and it's one of the highlights of our school year, but it will not happen without more volunteers! Please sign up here if you are available. Click the link below for the official Boo Bash invite.
 
grab and go lunch forms

Grab and Go Pre-Order Lunches on Half Days

Does your student need lunch on our upcoming half days? During conference week, BISD is offering Grab & Go lunches for students. To ensure our kitchen staff prepares the correct amount and to prevent any delays with bus dismissal, we are using a streamlined online sign-up system.
Meal Details:
  • What’s Included: Sandwich, fruit, vegetable, snack, and beverage
  • Cost: Charged directly to your student’s regular lunch account
  • Classroom Delivery: Lunches will be delivered directly to classrooms before dismissal so students can take them home or onto the bus
How to Order: Please submit your order using the form button below by October 22nd at 5:00 PM.
Please note: To prevent dismissal delays, all half-day lunches must be pre-ordered using the link above rather than purchased after the bell. 
Grab & Go Lunch Order Form
 

Ordway Community Meeting: Bond Planning Presentation

Have questions about future facility needs and a potential school bond? 
Join us on Wednesday, October 21, from 5:30 to 6:30 PM in the Ordway Library.
Our Superintendent and Director of Facilities will be on hand to share information about upcoming planning, discuss potential capital improvements, and answer your questions. We hope to see you there!
 

Unity Day - Wednesday

Unity Day is on Wednesday and here are a few things to remember! First, wear orange, either something from home or we will have a sticker at school for you. The most important thing to remember is that we are celebrating kindness, acceptance, and inclusion tomorrow. Every day is a new opportunity to wake up and ask yourself, how am I going to be kind today? How am I going to include others in my games or at lunch today? How can I show others that they are wonderful just the way they are? That’s what Unity Day is all about. See you in your orange on Wednesday!
 
Last week of October

Week of October 26–30

Families, please mark your calendars! The last week of October will look very different this year for our K-6 students due to Professional Development and Parent-Teacher Conferences.
Week at a Glance:
  • Monday, Oct. 26: NO SCHOOL (Staff Professional Development)
  • Tuesday, Oct. 27 – Friday, Oct. 30: HALF DAYS (Parent-Teacher Conferences)
Key Reminders for Half Days (Oct. 27–30):
  • Dismissal Time: Students will be dismissed at 10:50. Please ensure pickup or transportation arrangements are set.
  • Conferences: Your student’s teacher will share details on how to schedule your conference time if they haven't already.
Thank you for partnering with us!
 

BHS Volleyball and Basketball Camps

Two camps being held at BHS on Monday October 16th during the BISD Professional Day 


 
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?

20: PICTURE RETAKES
21: UNITY DAY - WEAR ORANGE
21: ORDWAY COMMUNITY MEETING - BOND UPDATE
22: TAPROOT PERFORMANCE
23: BOO BASH 
26: NO SCHOOL -PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT DAY
27-30: CONFERENCES - 1/2 DAY.
28: OTTER TROT (AM)
30: COSTUME PARADE (AM)
 
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