The site is open on weekdays from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. (NOTE: PCR testing ends daily at 2 p.m.) and is closed during school breaks or other closures (such as inclement weather or power outages). The District Office Testing site opened for the school year on August 23, 2022. 

• The testing site is located behind the District Office at 8489 Madison Ave. N., between the Aquatic Center and Ordway Elementary.
• The site is closed on days when school is not in session.
• There is no out-of-pocket cost for the test; insurance may be billed for the PCR test
• BISD students and staff needing testing for travel purposes must access an alternative testing site. BISD is not equipped to provide results to meet travel requirements. 
• Looking for test for non-BISD individuals? The Washington Department of Health is providing free test kits via this link. 

The two types of testing available are:

1. Rapid Antigen Test: A quick test for those who are asymptomatic, symptomatic, or concerned that they have been exposed to someone with COVID-19. Results within 15-20 minutes. (Abbott BinaxNow or Access Bio CareStart). During the school year, Rapid Antigen Tests will also be available from schools' health rooms. 

2. Curative PCR Test: The preferred test for those who are experiencing COVID-19 symptoms. Results within approximately 48 hours. The Curative PCR Test closes at 2 p.m. daily in order to ship the tests overnight to the lab. 

THINGS TO KNOW:

• No appointment is necessary for the Rapid Antigen or the PCR Test
• No registration required for the Rapid Antigen Test
• The Rapid Antigen Test requires self-administered nasal swabbing; guardians may have to assist younger children.
• Rapid Antigen results take about 15 minutes.
  
  
• If the Rapid Antigen test result is positive, it is recommended to re-test using the PCR test.
• The PCR Test requires self-administered nasal swabbing; guardians may have to assist younger children.
• PCR results are received in approximately 48 hours.
• PCR testing must be completed by 2 p.m. for overnight shipping.
• Pre-registration is recommended but not required for the PCR test. Curative PCR Test
• If you are symptomatic or asymptomatic and trying to shorten your quarantine period or you are being tested because you were a close contact to a COVID-19 positive person, please access testing through the following places:
  • BISD Testing Site
  • A health care provider
  • A pharmacy’s testing center 
  • Department of Health testing center 

Reminder, the BISD testing site is only open for BISD students and staff and for non-travel purposes. If you are a community member (or parent) looking for testing options, please refer to Kitsap Public Health's resources.