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Coho Connection 11/11/25

Posted Date: 11/11/25 (9:00 AM)
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Coho Connection 11/11/25

Inside this Newsletter
  • Principal's Message
  • Sakai Spirit
  • Recess Equipment Wishlist
  • PTO News - Book Fair
  • Emergency Alert System Test — Thursday, Nov. 13 at 5 p.m.
  • Sakai Calendar
  • Community Events
 

Principal's Message

Dear Sakai Families,

To our Veterans in the Sakai community—thank you. We are truly grateful for you.

Yesterday’s Sakai broadcast was especially meaningful. Our students and staff worked together to create a presentation honoring their family members who have served, or are currently serving, in the armed forces. It was a heartfelt tribute that highlighted both the pride and deep appreciation within our community. 

While gratitude is something we hope to practice throughout the year, November offers an intentional opportunity to slow down and acknowledge the people who make a difference in our lives. Our Family Dare this week is to support your student in choosing someone they are thankful for and giving that person a phone call. Take a moment afterward to talk with your student about the experience and how it felt to share that appreciation.

I continue to feel grateful every day for our Bainbridge Island community and for the privilege of working alongside the students, families, and staff here at Sakai. Thank you, families, for your partnership and for entrusting us with your children.

Wishing you a wonderful week, Sakai.

Drew
 

Sakai Spirit

This month the following students were honored for outstanding spirit:

  • Lauren Duxbury
  • Eloise Harrison
  • Hudson Fallan
  • Beatrice Thwaites
  • Elairen Kyle

These students invited a friend to attend a pizza party with Mr. Crandall. Thank you to That's a Some Pizza and PTO for sponsoring our student incentive program. The nominations are made in reference to Sakai's Four R's: Responsible, Respectful, Reasonable, Reliable.  ​​​​
 

Recess Equipment Wishlist

If you have any gently used soccer or basketballs you’d like to donate, please consider donating them to Sakai. We could really use a few more for recess. You may drop them off in the office.

Thanks so much!
 
PTO

PTO News - Book Fair

MARK YOUR CALENDARS!

Sakai is partnering with local bookstore Eagle Harbor Co. for a fun bookfair!

When: Wednesday, December 3rd from 4-8 pm

Where: Eagle Harbor Book Co. in Winslow on Winslow Way

Eagle Harbor Book Co. will be donating 20% of all proceeds sold during the event (both online and in stores) to Sakai!   

Stock up on holiday gifts and give back to Sakai! 

More details to follow!
Eagle Harbor Book Co.
 

Emergency Alert System Test — Thursday, Nov. 13 at 5 p.m.

BISD will conduct a test of our emergency alert system on Thursday, Nov. 13 at 5 p.m.

This routine test helps ensure that we can quickly reach staff and families by phone, text, and email in the event of a real emergency or weather-related closure.

If you receive a message that day labeled “TEST MESSAGE”, no action is needed. It simply confirms that your contact information in ParentSquare is up to date and our system is functioning properly.

If you do not receive the test message, please check your ParentSquare settings or contact your school’s office to confirm your contact information.

To manage your settings in ParentSquare - please use this link:

Thank you for helping us make sure we can communicate quickly and effectively in any situation.

Thank you so much!!
 
Important Upcoming Dates

Sakai Calendar

NOVEMBER
11: Veterans Day - No School
20: PTO Meeting 9:00 am
26-28: Thanksgiving Break - No School

DECEMBER
3: PTO Book Fair at Eagle Harbor Books
18: PTO Meeting 9:00 am
22-January 2: Winter Break - No School

 

Community Events

Check out the Community Events Page for fun and engaging activities around the island!
Copa 71
Popcorn & Purpose! 

Bainbridge Island FC (BIFC) and Good Play America Foundation (GPA) invite you to a special screening of “Copa 71: The Untold Story of the 1971 Women’s World Cup That History Forgot” — a powerful documentary from executive producers Venus & Serena Williams and Alex Morgan.

Date: Sunday, November 16
Time: Noon (doors open at 11:30 AM)
Location: Lynwood Theater

Free admission – with opportunities to give back through donations
Don’t miss this inspiring community event celebrating the pioneers of women’s soccer and the spirit of giving. Reserve your free ticket today! https://www.eventbrite.com/e/popcorn-purpose-registration-1845762006849
 

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
khaizlip@bisd303.org

Section 504/ADA Coordinators:
Annalisa Sanchez, Director of Student Services
206-780-1069
asanchez@bisd303.org

Maria Kuffel, Director of Student Services
206-780-1088
mkuffel@bisd303.org

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