Blakely Newsletter - September 9th, 2024

Posted Date: 9/09/24 (12:51 PM)

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September 9, 2024

Inside this Newsletter

Dismissal Procedures
Parent/Guardian Information Night
Food Services and Free and Reduced Lunch
PTO Happenings
Parent Square
BISD Pre-School
Blakely Calendar

Dismissal Procedures

We need your HELP to deliver your child to you efficiently and safely in the parent pick up lot after school.

The dismissal bell rings for all students at 2:20 (Mondays 12:50) and students will begin exiting the building after this time.

Students will enter the car in one of the first six or so spots. DO wait until you have pulled forward to expect to pick up your child. Students will not be able to walk down the sidewalk to find their car. Trust us, this only slows things down and it is not always safe.
DO continue to pull forward whenever possible even if you see your child waiting for you further towards the back. We will move them.
Please DO stay in your car. When cars are left unattended, things really slow down and become unsafe.
Students MUST enter cars on the curbside. If you have an infant seat on the passenger side, DO get out of the car and quickly walk your child to the driver side door. This is extremely important to the safety of our students.
If you need to help buckle your child, DO pull forward if possible or DO so quickly.

Thank you for your help in making sure students are safe and dismissal goes smoothly.

Parent/Guardian Information Night

Tuesday, September 17

To make it easier for childcare, Blakely Parent/Guardian Night will be held on one night for all grades. Adults will meet in the commons and then go to the classrooms.

2nd & 3rd Grade: 5:15-6:15 pm

1st & 4th Grade: 6:30-7:30 pm

This evening is for parents only. We look forward to seeing you on September 17th!

Free and Reduced Lunch

Check out our Lunch Options!

Our food services team is excited to develop new recipes that are healthy and tasty for kids. We are working hard to prepare as many meals as possible here in our kitchens. Please see the monthly menu for daily meal choices that outline options that are cooked by scratch.

DAILY BREAKFAST COST

Breakfast served daily from 7:35 am - 7:45 am

Grades K-4: $2.25

DAILY LUNCH COST

Grades K-4: $4.00

ALA CART DRINKS

Milk: $1

Soy Milk: $1.50

Juice (Grades K-8): $1

PAYING FOR LUNCH

Every BISD student has a student meal account where funds can be held to pay for lunch. Funds for student meal accounts can be made by cash, check, or online. The most secure way to pay is via the online system. Students who bring checks or cash to school, should bring it directly to the front office to Kyanne or Lindsey.

Here are directions on how to make an online food payment.

Click here to make an online food payment.

FREE AND REDUCED LUNCH

Free and reduced-price lunches may be obtained by any student -- at any time during the school year -- whose family income falls within the guidelines set by the US Department of Agriculture. Families are encouraged to apply. For assistance, call (206-780-1844) or email: NutritionServices@bisd303.org.

Free and Reduced Lunch Applications (English and Spanish)

If your child was on free and reduced lunch last year, you have until September 30th to renew your status.

More information on how to apply can be found here. For questions regarding Free and Reduced Lunch, please contact BISD nutritionsservices@bisd303.org

PTO News and Events

Blakely Family Picnic: Mark your calendars, and prepare to have a great time with all your favorite Blakely Bulldogs (including Principal Pool)! The annual Blakely Family Picnic will be held this Friday, September 13th from 5-7 pm on the Blakely playground. Bring your food and drinks; we’ll bring the popsicles!

Back to School Night Childcare Opportunity: The Boys & Girls Club is keeping their doors open late for families who need childcare to attend Back to School on Tuesday, September 17 from 5-8:30 pm. For $10/child, your student can enjoy crafts, games, and other activities with an included dinner. For more information on registration, see their flyer!

Call for School Lunch Volunteers: The lunchroom needs our help in supporting a smooth lunch time for the school. Slots are 1 hour long and a great way to see your incredible Blakely kids. Sign up to volunteer here.

Hearing & Vision Screening Volunteers: Blakely school nurse Marci will be conducting the children’s hearing and vision screening on Thursday, October 17th and Friday, October 18th, we need volunteers to help. More information and sign up available here!

Parent Square

BISD uses ParentSquare to share district and school communications (such as this newsletter) with our families, staff and the community.

All parents/guardians with a student in our school system can set up their ParentSquare account using the same email address listed in Skyward/Family Access. This document walks you through the necessary steps.

The school calendar feeds to Parent Square!
Important links can be found on Parent Square!
Past newsletters can be found on Parent Square (no more searching through emails!)

BISD Pre School

BISD Preschool Newsletter

Did you know BISD has a preschool at Blakely and Halilts? Our preschool is an excellent value and meets 4 days a week for 2.5 hours either in the AM or PM.

This newsletter has great tips for all families as they head back to school - the snack ideas alone make it worth a look!

Our preschools aim to provide a nurturing, culturally responsive environment for every student. With strong foundational skills for early learning success and kindergarten readiness, we empower young learners to develop critical thinking, social-emotional, and academic abilities for lifelong success through engaging experiences and personalized instruction.

Blakely Calendar

SEPTEMBER

13: PTO Family Picnic 5-7pm

17: Parent/Guardian Night

26: School Picture Day

OCTOBER

18: Unity Day (Taproot Theater Performance)

25: Jog-a-thon

31- Nov 1 : Conferences

Non-Discrimination Statement

Bainbridge Island School District does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following employee has been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination: Kristen Haizlip, Civil Rights Compliance Coordinator and Gender Inclusive Schools Coordinator, 8489 Madison Ave. N, Bainbridge Island, WA 98110; 206-780-1058; khaizlip@bisd303.org