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Coho Connection 02/24/26

Posted Date: 02/24/26 (10:50 AM)


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Coho Connection 02/24/26

Inside this Newsletter
  • Principal's Message
  • Volunteer Opportunities
  • PTO News
  • Yearbook Photos Needed
  • BusRight App
  • Highly Capable Referral Window
  • Hidden in Plain Sight
  • Sakai Calendar
  • Community Events
 

Principal's Message

Dear Sakai Families,

I hope you had a restful midwinter break! As you know, each week at Sakai, classroom teachers lead a common social-emotional learning (SEL) lesson during COHO time. Yesterday, our lesson focused on relating how we feel physically to our emotions and how we can use emotion regulation strategies before we feel overwhelmed. This week's Family Dare is to discuss with your student how you deal with stress when you feel it coming on. 

For dismissal, our number one goal of parent pick-up is safety. Yesterday, dismissal felt a little chaotic. If your student gets picked up by car, they will be outside waiting for their families to pull up around the North lot loop. Please do not get out of your car or ask your child to cross traffic in the parking lot. Do not park in the South lot. Be patient, please. A reminder that Island Church is a highly recommended option for families that can’t have students walk, ride their bikes, or take the bus. 

Have a great week, Sakai!

Drew
 
Volunteers Needed

Volunteer Opportunities

Sakai Reads
Sakai’s 6th grade Leaving Our Island book discussion groups take place on Wednesday, March 4th. For more information and if you would like to lead a discussion group, please click here.

Game Room Volunteers for March/April
We would like to provide a game room alternative during lunch recess! Game Room will be available during recess on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays. We would love one parent volunteer to supervise each of these. Please sign up for the available slots if you are able. 

Please remember that all volunteers who help in the classroom, on field trips, and other various activities must be cleared by the district: Volunteering with BISD. The approval process can take up to two weeks. Once approved, you are ready to volunteer and your approval is valid for two years.

Please bring your driver's license or id each time you sign into any school in the district.
 

PTO News

Please join us for our next PTO Meeting!

Thursday, February 26th from 9:00 – 10:00 am.

In person at Sakai or online. The Zoom link will be sent to families prior to the meeting. All are welcome!
 
Yearbook Photos Submissions

Yearbook Photos Needed

We would love to get photos of your student to include in the yearbook. That is why we are sending out this QR code to allow you to upload photos directly to the Sakai Josten’s Yearbook site anytime! 

You can use this code all year to upload photos of your student participating in any and all activities. Thanks for helping to make this year’s Yearbook amazing!
Yearbook QR code
 
Bus Right

BusRight App

To help families stay informed about daily commutes, we are utilizing the BusRight app. This tool is currently active and available for families of bus riders to provide better visibility into daily routes.

Through the app, you can:
  • Track the Bus: View the bus location on a live map.
  • Arrival Times: See estimated arrival times for your specific stop.
  • Stay Updated: Receive notifications regarding route changes or delays.

Getting Started: Activation emails have been sent to all eligible families. If you haven’t set up your account yet, please check your inbox for those instructions. For any questions regarding your route or the app, feel free to contact the Transportation Department at 206-842-4641.

 

Highly Capable Referral Window

Highly Capable Referral Window
The Highly Capable Program referral window is open from February 23 through March 6. Families are invited to refer students in grades K–1, 3–4, and 6–12 who demonstrate advanced academic potential.

Students in grades 2 and 5 will be universally screened and do not need a referral.

The link to the referral form will be posted on our HC page of the BISD website.
 
Hidden in Plain SIght
 
Important Upcoming Dates

Sakai Calendar

FEBRUARY
26: PTO Meeting 9 am

MARCH
4: Leaving Our Island Day - 6th grade
17: Choir Festival Field Trip - CK Performing Arts Center 9 am - 2 pm
27: Talent Show 6:30 - 7:30 pm

 

Community Events

Check out the Community Events Page for fun and engaging activities around the island!
 

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

8489 Madison Avenue North Bainbridge Island, WA 98110