Inside this Newsletter
- From the Counselor -Placement Process
- PTO News
- Family Math Night
- ABC's for 26-27 (Action Required)
- Blakely Calendar
- Helpful Information/Links
- Community Events
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Dear Blakely Community,
With our 2026-2027 class placement process quickly approaching, we wanted to send a reminder that our Parent/Guardian Input Form should be submitted either in writing, verbally, or using the electronic Google Class Placement Input Form by this Friday, May 22nd.
- If you prefer to share information verbally, please contact the principal and school counselor: Sam Cameron (scameron@bisd303.org) & Amanda Keller (akeller@bisd303.org)
- If you’d like to share information in paper form, please come in and see our office manager, Kyanne Hawkins.
In addition, below is another look at our placement process.
Our Placement Process
Student placement is one of the most important processes at Blakely, and we dedicate a great deal of time and care to ensuring each child is placed in an environment where they can thrive. Our goal is to create balanced, supportive learning communities for all students.
To ensure a fair and consistent process, the following steps are used:
- All grade-level teachers gather detailed information about each student with the placement team (below).
- The Blakely Placement Team (Principal, Counselor, Grade Level teachers, Office Manager, Special Education Case Managers, Specialist teachers, and paraprofessionals) carefully reviews this information.
- Using this input, the team collaboratively determines class placements, with the principal making the final decision.
Most students are well prepared to adjust successfully to a variety of classroom environments, and we are committed to supporting each student during this transition.
Family Input
We value the important perspective that families bring and invite parents/guardians to share information that may help us create the most supportive placement for their child. This may include:
- Learning needs
- Social or emotional considerations
- Classroom environment preferences
- Health or wellness factors
REMINDER: While we carefully consider all input, we are not able to accommodate requests for specific teachers or placement with particular friends.
Thank you for partnering with us in this thoughtful process each year!
With Care,
Amanda Keller, MS, MEd
School Counselor
Pronouns: she/her
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Blakely Family Math Night!
Blakely Family Math Night will be held Wednesday May 27 from 6-7:30 in the Blakely Commons. Help us make it extra fun - no experience (or PhDs) needed! We're looking for helpers to set up and break down, hand out treats, and facilitate games. Bring the entire family! (Children must attend with an adult)
Kickball Picnic!
Our first ever Blakely Family Kickball & Picnic Event will be held on Friday June 5 at 5:30pm on the playground/field. PTO will provide pizza and a treat, please bring your own drinks and picnic blankets or chairs, and anything else you'd like to eat. The game will start around 6:30pm. We're looking for volunteers to help set up and break down, hand out pizza and treats, and for the game: referees, an emcee, base monitors, pitching coordinators, and coaches! Come be part of the fun!
Next PTO Meeting - Friday June 5
Our last PTO meeting of the year will be held on Friday June 5 at 9am in the Blakely Conference Room. All are welcome to attend - we have open positions for next school year, if you're interested in getting involved with PTO, joining a meeting is a great way to start!
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We are at 28% registration for the 2026-27 school year! If you haven't registered yet, please take a moment to complete your child's registration. Having an accurate headcount is essential for us to determine staffing, class sizes, and building capacity.
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Attending Next Year? Log in to your Family Access account, select ABC 26-27 in the left menu, and complete the process ASAP. It takes less than 15 minutes! (Note: This is required for ALL students, including those in Running Start. For students with more than one household, only the Primary Family can complete this step).
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Not Returning? Please contact your school office or email studentrecords@bisd303.org with your educational plans so we can update our records.
For more details, guidance for split households, and step-by-step instructions, please visit: bisd303.org/enrollment
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MAY:
27: Family Math Night 6-7:30pm
JUNE:
5: PTO Meeting 9:00am
5: Popcorn Day
9: All Library Books due back to Blakely Library
12: Field Day/Tug of War 12:30pm -2:20pm
15: Reptile Man Assembly 9:00am
16: Moving Up Assembly 8:05am
16: Last Day of School 10:50am Dismissal
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SCHOOL INFORMATION
K-4 School Hours
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Monday: 7:50-12:50
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Tuesday-Friday: 7:50-2:20
Preschool Hours:
Tuesday-Friday
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AM: 7:45-10:15
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PM: 11:45-2:20
Phone Numbers
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Main office: 206-842-4752
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Attendance: 206-780-2046 or blaattend@bisd303.org
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After-school Transportation: blabus@bisd303.org
Helpful Links
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Looking for things to do around town? Visit our Community Events page for local happenings, classes, and family activities—updated regularly. |
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
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