Inside this Newsletter
- Principal's Message
- Counselor's Corner
- PTO News
- Volunteer Opportunities
- Choir to Sing at Mariners Game
- Special Education Parent Survey
- Supporting Our Students: Kids’ Pantry During Spring Break
- Spring Into Attendance
- Kitsap Children's Musical Theatre
- Sakai Calendar
- Community Events
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Dear Sakai Families,
A huge thank you to everyone who attended our annual Talent Show last Friday. It was a fun night!
Fifth-grade families, a reminder for your student to make a decision on Choir or Band. Please complete the Form below by this Friday, April 3rd. The Form takes about a minute to complete, and I need your input to ensure we have the appropriate staffing for your student. For your reference, the program descriptions are reshared as well.
If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to our music directors:
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Band: Paul Meehan (pmeehan@bisd303.org)
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Choir: Katie Gibbs (kgibbs@bisd303.org)
In addition, you will receive a message later this week explaining the 6th-grade Math options for next year.
Finally, each month we are required to hold an emergency drill. This month, I shared with students our parent reunification process in case we have an emergency that requires it. It’s a good reminder for families to check and, if needed, make edits to your emergency contacts in Skyward. If you need help, contact Annette Salmon in our front office.
Have a great week Sakai! And, if I don’t see you, I hope you and your family have a wonderful Spring Break!
Drew
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Starting Wednesday, April 1st 2026, I will be out on Medical Leave and will be returning on Monday, April 27th, 2026. I am okay, and will be having a routine procedure that requires an extended recovery time. While I am out, Beth Hebert (retired Sakai School Counselor) will be subbing for me. You can reach her at ehebert@bisd303.org and/or 206-780-6506. She knows Sakai and many of our students and families. I will not be responding to emails or calls until I return so please reach out to Beth if you need assistance from the counseling office.
Anita Watson
School Counselor
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Book Fair
During the week of April 20th, the Sakai PTO will be hosting the Scholastics Book Fair. We need volunteers to come help run the bookfair while our students shop the books.
Pleae sign up for as many shifts as you are able to attend. Please note that you must be cleared by the BISD as a volunteer prior to volunteering.
Teacher & Staff Appreciation Week is May 5th–9th, and we need your help! This year we're bringing the Farmer's Market to Sakai with a full week of goodies, a staff night out, breakfast, and lunch to celebrate the amazing people who show up for our kids every day.
Non-perishables can be dropped at the main office starting April 27th.
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Game Room Volunteers for 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.
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The Sakai Choir is singing the National Anthem for the Mariners AGAIN this year!
WHAT: Sakai Choir sings at Mariners vs. White Sox game
WHEN: Monday, May 18th, 6:40 pm
WHERE: T-Mobile Park
Tickets are being sold at a discounted rate of $25 plus $5.41 for taxes and fees. Part of the proceeds go to supporting our choir program. We hope to see you at the game on May 18th, Seattle Mariners vs. Chicago White Sox! Use the QR code or fevo link below to get access to the discounted tickets. Deadline to purchase is May 15th.
Students singing in the choir do NOT need to purchase a ticket via the link below.
If you have any questions or concerns, please reach out to Ms. Gibbs via email. kregan@bisd303.org.
Go Sakai, Go Mariners, and GO CHOIR!
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We value your feedback! If you have a child receiving Special Education services, please complete the parent survey. A separate ParentSquare email was sent out on Friday, March 6th with more details.
- Note: Please submit a separate survey for each child you have in the program.
- Questions? Email Maria Kuffel at mkuffel@bisd303.org.
- Survey
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As we near Spring Break, we want to ensure every student in our community stays fueled and ready for fun! Helpline House, in partnership with Bainbridge Island Rotary, is proud to offer the Kids’ Pantry program to provide supplemental groceries for local families.
Pick-Up Information
If your family could benefit from extra groceries during the break, you can stop by for a pick-up:
- Location: Helpline House | 901 Hildebrand Ln NE
- Dates: Monday – Friday (April 6-10)
- Time: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Delivery Options
We know that work schedules and transportation can sometimes make it difficult to get to Helpline House. If you are unable to make it during pick-up hours, Rotary volunteers are available to deliver groceries directly to your home.
To Register for Delivery: Please contact Sarah Frost sfrost@bisd303.org to coordinate a drop-off time that works for your family.
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This spring, our schools are focusing on “Spring Into Attendance”—a positive reminder that growth happens when students show up. Each day in school helps students build skills, strengthen connections, and continue blooming academically and socially.
Just like plants need consistent care to grow, students thrive with consistent attendance. Arriving at school on time and ready to start the day is just as important, helping students begin the morning with their classmates and not miss important learning time. Showing up each day and being on time supports learning, confidence, and a strong sense of belonging.
Together, we can help our students grow, learn, and bloom this spring! 🌱
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❄️ Kitsap Children’s Musical Theatre is thrilled to bring the magic of Arendelle to life this spring with the production of Disney’s Frozen. ❄️
Join Anna, Elsa, Olaf, and friends for a Broadway-style adventure featuring incredible casts of local youth talent.
To find out which cast your favorite performers are in, please click here and scroll down. Then check the showtimes to confirm you are making it to the right show.
🗓️ When: April 11–26, 2026
📍 Where: North Kitsap Auditorium
🎟️ Tickets: Prices vary
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6-10: Spring Break - No School
14: SEA Discovery Center Field Trip - Rose/de Guzman 9:15 am - 12:30 pm
16: PTO Meeting 9 am
17: Choir Concert at WMS 6 pm
23: PTO Contradance, Sakai gym, 5:30 - 7 pm
29: SEA Discovery Center Field Trip - Mann/Berg 9:30 am - 12:30 pm
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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, 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
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