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Book Fair
📚✨ Exciting
News! Our Annual Middle School Book Fair is just around the corner, and it's THE event everyone's been waiting for! 📚✨📆 Mark your calendars: October 2 - 6🕒 Shop Hours: Before & After School + Lunch Period👪 Parents, you're invited too!Every
year, our Book Fair is highly anticipated, and this time, it's going to be even more amazing! Get ready to dive into a world of stories, adventures, and creativity. 📖✨With an array of not just books but also posters, bookmarks, and unique gift items,
there's something for everyone. 🎉 Whether you're a student or a parent, you won't want to miss out on this literary extravaganza!So, join us and let your love for reading shine. We can't wait to see you there! 📚❤️ #BookFair2023 #ReadingIsFun
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Principal's Note
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PTO News
Parent Square Information
Free & Reduced Lunch
Attendance and Transportation Changes
School Directory
BISD Preschool
Principal's Note
Dear Ordway Friends,
At the beginning of each week, Ordway provides this newsletter to our staff and families with helpful information for the week ahead. This year we are expanding our Monday Newsletters to include our counselor, librarian, and specialists on a rotating basis. By broadening the scope of our communication, I hope you will enjoy receiving more information about all of our programs at Ordway.
IMPORTANT - Back to School Night
Ordway’s Back to School Night (BTSN) ‘Official’ schedule below:
Tuesday, September 17 (Start in gymnasium for BRIEF overview/PTO information)
Regular Classrooms
5:15 - 2nd & 3rd grades
6:30 - K*, 1st, and 4th grades
El Velero Classrooms same as above except 3rd and 4th as follows:
5:15 - El Velero 3rd & 4th grade families to the gym
5:30 - EV 3rd grade to Maestra Strayer, 4th grade to Maestra Adriana
6:30 - EV 4th grade to Maestra Strayer, 3rd grade to Maestra Adriana
*So much effort goes into ensuring the elementary schools are all similar but sometimes there are reasons to be dissimilar. Ordway held one day of WAKids, per usual, for each child/parent with the teacher and BTSN as usual. Another school piloted two-days with each child/parent with ‘meet the principal’ incorporated, etc. Per usual, Ordway kindergarten parents will attend our BTSN.
I especially wish to extend a warm welcome to all of our new families - brand new Ordway Otters! Please do not hesitate to let your child’s teacher or me know if you have any questions or need - we are all here to support your transition to your new school! Same for everyone - please do not be alone with a question or concern.
Finally, sincere gratitude to my entire staff who worked collaboratively to help make every child’s transition back to school as smooth as possible!
Best,
Debra
Welcome New Ordway Staff!
Welcome wonderful new Ordway staff members – all familiar faces this year!
Wendy Olinger, Music Specialist
Tanith de Boer, Resource Room Teacher
Susan Williams, Extended Resource Room Teacher
Katrina Hess - Speech and Language Pathologist
Sabrina Lashmet - Tech Specialist
Ordway Book-nic this Friday
Ordway Otters and their families are invited to bring a picnic and book* (or borrow one from the Ordway Library) to our first annual Book-nic being held on the Ordway front lawn.
Date: Friday September 13th
Time: 4-7 PM
*You can borrow a book from the Ordway Library too!
PTO News
Join us tonight for our very first PTO meeting of the year! We're excited to kick off the new school year and can't wait to share all the exciting plans we have in store. It's the perfect opportunity to learn about upcoming events, initiatives and how you can actively participate in making a difference in our school community. Childcare and pizza will be provided at no cost, courtesy of the PTO! No need to RSVP, just show up and share your support!
Zoom Link for PTO Meeting
Beach Clean Up!
Join Ordway at Bainbridge Island's 9th Annual Beach Cleanup! This Sunday, Sept 15 from 9am-12pm at Waterfront Park. Show your school spirit by dressing in your Otterwear as we help make our beaches healthier for people and wildlife. Sign up here. Can't wait to see you there!”
Sign up for 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!)
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)
Attendance & After School Transportation
You can submit your child's attendance in three ways:
Skyward
Call the Attendance line (206-780-1075)
send us an email ordattend@bisd303.org
Transportation changes:
Your child will bring home a magenta colored transportation form for your to fill out. Please return that by Sept 9th. This form is to let us know your child's usual plan from Sept 16 on.
Changes to this plan? Choose one of these ways to notify us.
Call us at 206-842-7637 (option 3)
Email ordbus@bisd303.org
Ordway School Directory
Fostering community at Ordway is important to the social and emotional development of our students. Connect with other families via the Student Directory found in Skyward. You can decide which information is shared on your profile. Skyward defaults to Opt- out so you must Join to have your information shared with others. Instructions on how to do this is FOUND HERE.
BISD Preschool
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. We still have space for a few more students!
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.
Ordway Calendar
SEPTEMBER
13: Reading Picnic (Book-nic!) Front lawn
17: Back to School Night (2nd, 3rd: 5:15/ K, 1, 4: 6:30)
OCTOBER
1: School Photo Day
16: 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
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Talent Show
Thursday, May 17 7:00pm - 8:30pm Auditorium Admission is FREE!
Get ready to be amazed at the ultimate showcase of talent!Calling all music lovers, dancers, and art enthusiasts! It's time to witness the brilliance and creativity of our talented students at the annual Student Talent Show!🎶 Prepare to be swept off your feet as these extraordinary performers take the stage with their enchanting voices, breathtaking dance moves, and mesmerizing instrumental skills. From pop to classical, hip-hop to jazz, there's something for everyone!🌟 Our talented singers will leave you speechless with their powerful vocals and soulful renditions of your favorite hits. Get ready to be serenaded by their incredible range and emotive performances.💃 The dance floor will come alive with electrifying moves that will make your heart race! These talented dancers will captivate you with their precision, grace, and innovative choreography, leaving you in awe of their talent and passion.🎸🥁 Prepare to be blown away by the extraordinary musical talents of our students. Whether it's the soothing melodies of a violin, the rhythmic beats of drums, or the soul-stirring strums of a guitar, these musicians will transport you to a world of pure musical bliss.🎨 And that's not all! Our talented artists will showcase their incredible creations through live painting, graphic designs, and stunning visual displays. Prepare to be amazed as their creativity comes to life before your eyes!💫 Let's cheer on these amazing students and show our support for their incredible dedication and hard work. Spread the word, share the excitement, and be a part of this extraordinary event!🌟🎊 Get ready to be amazed at the limitless talents of our students! This is one show you won't want to miss! See you there! #StudentTalentShow #UnleashingCreativity #JoinTheMagic . . .
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