Inside this Newsletter
- From the Counselor
- PTO Happenings
- Pictures are Ready!
- Attendance Note
- Staying Connected
- Smarter Balanced Assessment Scores Available
- Remember to Vote!
- Calendar
- Helpful Information/Links
- Community Events
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Hello Families!
Do you ever lose your temper or find yourself yelling and wishing you could do better? Did you grow up in a household with a lot of shouting? Parenting is hard, and yelling can feel like a automatic response in high-stress moments. However, frequent yelling can undermine a child's emotional well-being and break down trust, and deep down, it’s usually not what we as parents wish to model nor how we want to respond to our children.
As your school counselor, I like to pass along resources to support your positive parenting journey. Adapted from GoZen!, I invite you to a 7 Day No Yelling Challenge.
Use this one-week guide to help adjust your reactions and bring more peace to your home. (I especially love day 6).
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Day 1: Shift Your Mindset - When frustration builds, repeat: “They’re not giving me a hard time, they’re having a hard time.” Notice how empathy softens your response.
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Day 2: Practice the Pause - Build a reset ritual (deep breaths, counting to 10, or washing your hands ) to cool down before reacting.
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Day 3: Whisper, Don't Yell - Lower your voice and make eye contact when tempted to shout. Observe how a calm tone changes their reaction.
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Day 4: Connection Over Correction - Spend 10–15 pressure-free minutes together (reading, playing, talking). Validate their feelings ("I see you're upset") before addressing behavior.
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Day 5: Tell Them What to Do, Not What Not to Do - Swap "no" or "stop" for positive directions (e.g., “Please walk” instead of “Stop running”). Praise good choices when you see them.
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Day 6: Repair the Slip-Ups - If you lose your cool, own it. Apologize calmly and share how you'll handle it better next time to model healthy repair.
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Day 7: Address the Root Need - Pause to consider what your child actually needs in the moment. Offer collaborative solutions rather than strict demands.
Thank you for your commitment to growing alongside your kids. Here's to a week of deeper connection and calmer days!
All the Best,
Katie
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Join us for a PTO/Shop Local Night!
Mark your calendars for Friday, November 13th, from 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM for an evening of local shopping that gives right back to our school!
When you shop at Eagle Harbor, Hayden’s Kids, and wavekelly during event hours, a portion of every sale will be donated directly to the Halilts PTO.
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Holiday Shopping Made Easy: Getting a head start on gift buying or looking for a teacher appreciation treat? Gift card purchases count toward the donation, too!
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In-Store Treats: Be sure to sign in at every location you visit to enjoy a special treat courtesy of the PTO.
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Win Free Spirit Wear: Every sign-in counts as an entry into our PTO giveaway. The more participating shops you visit, the more chances you have to win free Halilts spirit wear!
It’s a win-win: treat yourself, support local businesses, and raise funds for Halilts. We can’t wait to see you there!
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Join Culture Club!
Culture Club is a space where students can explore the language of belonging and learn how to advocate for themselves and others in a safe and supportive environment. Through engaging activities, students will:
- Develop tools to express their experiences and perspectives with confidence
- Learn ways to create and respect personal space and boundaries
- Build connections with peers who share similar experiences while learning from those with different perspectives
- Explore resources and practices that encourage self-advocacy and strengthen a sense of inclusion and community
- Our goal is to create an environment where every child’s identity—cultural, personal, and familial—is recognized and respected. By participating, students will deepen their appreciation for the diversity that enriches our community and grow as compassionate, globally-minded individuals.
Club Informaiton:
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Day: Thursdays
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Dates: November 5 to December 17 (6 week session: No club on Nov. 26)
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Club time: 2:20-3:45 pm
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Location: Room 232
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Pick-up: 3:45 pm on the Plaza
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Open to: Kinder - 4th graders
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Cost: Free
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Registration Closes: Tuesday, November 3, 2026
- Registration Link HERE
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Get your sport on!
Students in grades 2-4 will play different sports each week, including soccer, basketball, tennis, baseball, bowling, pickleball, court hockey, football, and dodgeball. All equipment is provided and made of soft materials. Students will meet immediately after school outside the front office and head to the gym together.
The club is coached by Henry Guterson, an Island youth coach since 2004, with the goal of helping children improve their sports skills in a fun, positive environment.
Club Informaiton:
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Day: Tuesdays
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Dates: November 10 to December 15 (6 week session)
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Club time: 2:20-3:45 pm
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Location: Room 232
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Pick-up: 3:45 pm at the gym
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Open to: 2nd- 4th graders
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Cost: $135.00
- Registration Link HERE
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Last notice to order!
- View and order at: https://shop.jostenspix.com/login
- School Name: HALILTS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
- Event Code: FE74526
- Student Identifier: Is not working. Just click that you do not have this information and you will be approved.
This is the last week this will be in the newsletter - so order today!
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November is here, and we’re encouraging all our young learners to Show Up and Show Out! Every day at school is a chance to learn something new, make friends, and build confidence.
- Help your child Show Up and Show Out this November!
- Keep bedtime and morning routines consistent.
- Pack backpacks and choose clothes the night before.
- Make arriving at school on time a family goal.
Celebrate your student’s efforts to show up, learn, and grow! Being at school every day and arriving on time helps children feel connected, confident, and ready to learn.
Let’s make it a No-Miss November! Show Up, Show Out, and Shine Bright!
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As you may have noticed, we recently updated our school websites to replace direct staff email addresses with secure contact forms. This change was an important step to boost our cybersecurity and protect our school networks from phishing attacks.
Because this is a new process this year, we want to make sure you always know the best way to get in touch with us!
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To reach a teacher directly: Please use the secure contact forms located on our school’s staff directory page.
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If you aren't sure who to contact: You can always use the main email address listed at the very bottom of our school’s homepage. This email goes directly to our main office managers, who will make sure your message is quickly forwarded to the exact right person.
Thank you for your patience as we transition to this more secure system, and for your continued partnership!
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Spring 2026 Smarter Balanced Assessment (SBA) score reports are now available in Skyward Family Access under Report Cards & School Info for students who were in grades 3–8 or 10th grade in BISD last school year.
If you have questions about your student's results, please contact Rhonda Walton at rwalton@bisd303.org.
If you have any questions regarding accessing your student's results, please contact Sheila Jakubik at 206-780-3010.
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Remember to cast your vote and return your ballot for the upcoming election. You can check your voter registration status, locate official drop box locations, and verify voting deadlines directly through the Kitsap County Auditor Elections Division or by visiting the state's portal on VoteWA.
Make sure your voice is heard!
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NOVEMBER
11: Veterans Day - No school
13: PTO Meeting at 9:00 am
25-27: Thanksgiving Break - No school
30: 1/2 Day - School Day Ends at 10:50 AM
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SCHOOL INFORMATION
K-4 School Hours
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: 206-842-4411
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Attendance: 206-780-3050 or halattend@bisd303.org
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After-school Transportation: 206-780-3002 or halbus@bisd303.org
Helpful Links
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Looking for things to do around town?
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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, honorably discharged veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender 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 and provides equal access to Scouting America and other designated youth groups.
The following employees are designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination:
Civil Rights Compliance Coordinator & Title IX Coordinator:
Kristen Haizlip, Associate Superintendent
Section 504/ADA Coordinators:
Maria Kuffel, Director of Student Services
Darren Spencer, Assistant Director Student Services
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