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Halilts Newsletter: October 20, 2025

Posted Date: 10/20/25 (1:56 PM)
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Halilts Elementary
In This Newsletter

October 20, 2025

Inside this Newsletter
  • Note from the Principal
  • x̌alilc (Halilts) PTO
  • Picture Retakes
  • Conference Sign-up
  • Community Survey
  • x̌alilc Rocks!
  • Calendar
  • Helpful Information/Links
 

Note from the Principal

Dear Halilts Families,

I want to take a moment to share how incredibly grateful I am for the continued support of our Halilts PTO, and to ask for your help in keeping their vital work going strong. The PTO plays a crucial role in enriching the educational experience for every student, every teacher, and every family in our community — and they can’t do it without your help.

The Halilts PTO funds so many important things that often go unseen but make a big difference:
  • School supplies for every single student
  • Grant money for teachers to bring special projects and creative ideas to life
  • Thoughtful gifts and treats that boost staff morale and show our appreciation
  • Community events that bring Halilts families together to celebrate, connect, and build lasting memories
  • Field trips that expand learning beyond the classroom walls
 … and so much more.

These efforts are only possible because of the generosity of families like yours. If you are able, please consider making a donation to the Halilts PTO. Every dollar, no matter the amount, helps ensure that our students and staff have the resources, encouragement, and experiences they need to thrive.

Let’s continue to make Halilts a place where every student feels supported, every teacher feels appreciated and has access to the resources they need, and every family feels like they belong.

With gratitude,

Rhonda Walton
Principal
 
Picture Day

DATE CHANGE - School Photo Retakes

School photo retakes are scheduled on THURSDAY, OCTOBER 23rd, at 9:00 am. 

If your student did not have their picture taken on school photo day or your student would like to have their photo retaken, please be sure note that on Jostens website or email Sheila Jakubik.​

You can still order pictures!
  • Order pictures via the Jostens website.  
  • x̌alilc (Halilts) Event Code is FE101925
  • You will need your student ID number from Skyward
  • Preview your pictures before you buy
  • Choose your background
  • Photos ship directly to home
 
Move-a-thon
Move-a-thon QR code

Move-a-thon!

We are only 34% of the way to our goal! We need your help to raise the funds to support our students.

Fundraising is happening NOW and culminates on Friday, October 24th, where our Orcas will move their bodies: jumping, dancing, skipping, and more! 

No candy bar sales, no wrapping paper catalogs, this is our one big chance to fund all the amazing extras that make Halilts incredible! Go to https://go.rallyup.com/orcas25 or use our QR code to register your student(s) to create a personal donation page. You’ll then be able to share your student’s page link via email or social media.

Donations can be made online, by cash, or by check. Our goal is $85,000, which is about $260 per student. Some will do more, some will do less, but we are hoping for 100% participation. Every gift makes a difference!

Class Leaderboard
The class that raises the most money wins a Froyo Party from Island Cool. Currently the classes that have raised the most funds are:
  • Ms. Smith
  • Ms. Darling
  • Ms. Dreiling

Come cheer on your Orca!
Families are invited to attend the Move-a-thon and cheer for student(s).
  • 8:00-8:20 - 3rd Grade
  • 8:25-8:45 - 2nd Grade
  • 8:50-9:10 - 4th Grade
  • 9:15-9:35 - 1st Grade
  • 9:40-10:00 - Kindergarten

Volunteer for the Move-a-thon!
We’ll be looking for volunteers to help coordinate the Move-a-thon events on October 24th. Sign up here to join the fun!
 
Conference Sign-up

Conference Sign-up Closes 10/22

Conference sign ups are open in Skyward until Wednesday 10/22 at 3 pm. If you miss the conference sign up window please call or email your teacher to set up a conference.

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

Sign-ups for Conferences open on October 8 at 3:00 pm 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 Sheila Jakubik @ 206-780-3010 or sjakubik@bisd303.org.
 
Community Survey

Take the BISD Community Survey

Your input matters! BISD is planning for the future, and we invite families to share their perspectives in our short Community Survey. The feedback we gather will help guide district priorities and goals for the next five years.

Survey closes Friday, October 31 at 5 p.m.

 

Halilts Rocks!

Here is a peek at awesome things happening around Halilts:
  • Student playing the harp during Music
  • Kate March volunteering for Apple Crunch Day
  • Unity Day Play - taproot Theatre came and put on a play for the whole school
  • Unity Day Banner - thanks PTO
Student Playing the Harp
Kate Apple Cruch
Unity Day Play
Unity Day Banner
 
2025-2026 Calendar

x̌alilc Calendar

OCTOBER
23: Picture Retakes
24: Move-a-thon!
30: School Board Meeting @ 5:45
30-31: K-6 Conferences - No School

NOVEMBER
4: Election Day
6: School Board Special Session - School Improvement Plan Presentations
7: Vision & Hearing Screening
11: Veterans Day - No School
13: School Board Meeting @ 5:45
14: PTO Meeting @ 9:00 am in Library
26-28: Thanksgiving Break - No School
 
Helpful Links

x̌alilc Information & 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: 206-842-4411
  • Attendance: 206-780-3050 or halattend@bisd303.org
  • After-school Transportation: 206-780-3002 or halbus@bisd303.org

Helpful Links
 
Community Events

Community Events

Looking for things to do around town? Visit our Community Events page for local happenings, classes, and family activities—updated regularly.
 

Non-Discrimination Statement

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