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Halilts Newsletter: May 26, 2026

Posted Date: 05/26/26 (08:39 AM)
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Halilts Elementary
In This Newsletter

May 26, 2026

Inside this Newsletter
  • Volunteer Tea
  • x̌alilc PTO Happenings
  • Smarter Balanced Assessment Dates
  • Library Update
  • BISD Instructional Technology Advisory
  • ABC Check-In
  • 2026-2027 Calendar Update
  • Calendar
  • Helpful Information/Links
  • Community Events
 
Attendance
 

Volunteer Tea

If you have volunteered in any capacity at Halilts this school year, please join us!

We are deeply grateful for the many ways you’ve given your time and energy to our school community. Your support has made a meaningful difference, and we would love the opportunity to say thank you in person.

Kindly let us know if you’re able to attend by emailing Sheila Jakubik.
Volunteer Tea

x̌alilc PTO Happenings

Night Out
Library Volunteers

June Library Volunteers Needed

Come volunteer at the Halilts library!

Bring a book to read aloud and help students find a just right book. Any help shelving returned books is very appreciated!

Volunteers need to be approved by BISD. Sign up here to help!

Questions? Please email PTO Library Coordinator, Heather Tartar, at heathertartar@gmail.com.
 
Smarter Balanced Assessments

Smarter Balanced Assessments

SBA Testing Starts This Week for 4th Grade
We are almost done! Please help us ensure a smooth testing environment by avoiding appointments on the dates below.

Student Reminders:
  • Come to school well rested.
  • Eat a healthy breakfast.
  • Ask your teacher if you need to bring headphones from home.

Testing Dates:
  • Friday, May 29: 4th MATH
  • Monday, June 1: 4th MATH

Testing will be begin in the morning.

Questions? Contact Katie Brase at kbrase@bisd303.org.
 
Library Information

Important Library Update

Help us return all the books to the library.

  • THURSDAY, MAY 28: Last day for students to check out materials
  • TUESDAY, JUNE 9: All student items due

Notices of student checked out/missing items will be sent to family emails beginning Monday, May 31. Lists will also be given to classroom teachers.

If your student has a checked-out/missing item, you can:
  • Return the book
  • Pay the fine
  • Buy the book in hardcover and bring to library

The KRL Summer Learning Program begins June 1st. This is a fun way to keep your student reading during the summer!.
 

Join the BISD Instructional Technology Advisory Council

BISD is forming a Instructional Technology Advisory Council to help guide thoughtful conversations and recommendations around the intentional use of technology in our classrooms and schools.

This committee will bring together staff, families, and community members to explore how technology can best support teaching, learning, student well-being, and balanced classroom experiences.

If you are interested in helping shape future conversations and decisions around educational technology in BISD, we encourage you to apply and be part of this important work.

Applications are due on Friday, June 5th.

 

Summer EBT (SUN Bucks) Information for Families

Washington State’s Summer EBT program, also known as SUN Bucks, will again provide grocery benefits to eligible students during the summer months. The program is administered through the Department of Social and Health Services (DSHS) in partnership with OSPI.

Eligible students may receive $120 in summer food benefits on a SUN Bucks card to help support access to meals while school is out.

Students may qualify if they:
  • Are enrolled in a school participating in the National School Lunch Program or School Breakfast Program during the 2025–26 school year, and
  • Qualify for free or reduced-price meals through direct certification or a Child Nutrition Eligibility and Education Benefits (CNEEB) application.

Some families may also qualify through participation in programs such as SNAP or TANF.

Benefits are expected to be distributed between June and August 2026.

Families looking for additional information can visit the DSHS SUN Bucks webpage or call the SUN Bucks Contact Center at (833) 543-3230, Monday–Friday, 8 a.m.–5 p.m.
 
ABC Check in

Action Required: Annual Back-to-School Check-In (ABC)

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.

  • 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).
  • 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
 
2025-2026 Calendar

Upcoming Events at Halilts

MAY
28: PTO Parent & Guardian Night Out @ 5:00 pm
28: School Board Meeting @ 5.45 pm in Board Room
29: Volunteer Tea @ 9:00 am in Library

JUNE
9: All Library Books Due!
9: School Board Meeting @ 5.45 pm in Board Room (Special Tuesday Meeting!)
15: Ice Cream Social @ 6:00 pm
16: 4th Grade Clap out at 10:50 am
16: Last Day School - School out at 10:50 am
19: Juneteenth Holiday - No staff in building
25: School Board Meeting @ 5.45 pm in Board Room
 
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