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Blakely Newsletter - October 13, 2025

Posted Date: 10/13/25 (3:16 PM)
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Blakely Elementary School

October 13, 2025

Inside this Newsletter
  • Conference Sign Ups
  • PTO Jog-A-Thon Fundraiser
  • Attendance Matters
  • Hearing and Vision Screenings
  • STEM Supplies Needed
  • Blakely Calendar
 
Fall Conferences

Conference Sign Ups

Conferences are around the corner!

Parent-Teacher Conferences will be held on Thursday, October 30 and Friday, October 31 both in-person and via Zoom.

Sign-ups for Conferences are open. Sign up through Skyward Family Access.

NOTE: There is no school on October 30 & 31 due to Fall Conferences.

If you need assistance signing-up, please contact your student's teacher or Kyanne Hawkins@ 206-780-2060 or KHawkins@bisd303.org
 
Jog a thon

PTO Jog-A-Thon Fundraiser

The Jog-A-Thon is this Friday, October 17th, when our very own Blakely Bulldogs will blaze their way around the field to raise funds directly benefiting our students, teachers and staff! 

Raising money for the Jog-A-Thon is simple: use our QR code or share this link: https://go.rallyup.com/blakely-jog-a-thon-2025 with friends and family and/or make a donation yourself. 

We have raised $37,000 so far, which is 47% of our goal! Every donation counts.

Our goal is to raise $70,000! To meet our goal we need to raise an average of $250 per student. We hope to have 100% participation and every cent helps support our students. 

Come cheer your student on! Here is the Jog-A-Thon schedule:

AM PreK 7:50 - 8:05
K 8:05 - 8:35 
2nd 8:40 - 9:10
4th 9:45 - 10:15
3rd 10:20 - 10:50
PM PreK 11:45 - 12:05
1st 12:30 - 1:00
QR Code
 
Attendance Matters

Attendance Matters

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.
 
Hearing and Vision

Hearing and Vision Screenings

It’s that time of year again!!! This year’s hearing and vision  screening is scheduled for Thursday & Friday October 23-24, 2025 . The screening pertains only to grades K-3. If you would like for me to test your 4th grader, feel free to contact me and I can add them to my list. The vision test consists of a “spot Vision Screener”, which tests both near and far vision. Hearing tests consists of routine audiometer screening.

You will be notified if the school health screening results indicate a health care provider follow-up is recommended. If you would prefer to have your child opt out of either the hearing and/or the vision screening, please contact the nurse, Marci Collins at 206-780-2074 or mcollins@bisd303.org.
 
STEM

STEM Supplies

STEM NEEDS SUPPLIES
Want to donate supplies to your child's STEM class?
We can use:
  • Paper Towel Tubes
  • Sturdy small to medium sized boxes
  • Fabric
  • Cool metal bits, pieces and contraptions
  • Marbles
  • Ping Pong, Tennis, Whiffle or other Balls
  • Fake Flowers
  • Beautiful miscellaneous things taking up space at your house
  • Any other amazing, creative and/or phenomenal building supplies.
 
Calendar

Blakely Calendar

OCTOBER:
15: Unity Day (Wear Orange) & Taproot Theater Assembly
17: Jog-A-Thon (Morning)
23-24: Vision and hearing screening
28: Picture Retakes Iin the AM
30-31: Conferences (No School)
 
Helpful LInks

Helpful LInks

Helpful Links
SCHOOL INFORMATION

K-4 School Hours
  • Monday: 7:50-12:50
  • Tuesday-Friday: 7:50-2:20
Preschool Hours:
Tuesday-Friday
  • AM: 7:45-10:15
  • PM: 11:45-2:20
Phone Numbers
  • Main office: 206-842-4752
  • Attendance: 206-780-2046 or blaattend@bisd303.org
  • After-school Transportation: blabus@bisd303.org
Helpful Links
 

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

Section 504/ADA Coordinators:
Annalisa Sanchez, Director of Student Services
206-780-1069

Maria Kuffel
206-780-1088

8489 Madison Avenue North Bainbridge Island, WA 98110