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Wildcat News - November 25, 2025

Posted Date: 11/25/25 (3:43 PM)
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November 25, 2025

Inside this Newsletter
  • From the Associate Principal
  • Woodward Seminar
  • PTO News
  • Choir
  • Drama Club
  • Wildcats in Action
  • WMS Athletics
  • Calendar
  • Helpful Resources
  • Community Events
 
Danielle Warman

From the Associate Principal

Woodward Families,

As we move into this season of gratitude, I want to take a moment to share how thankful I am for our incredible students, their supportive families, and the dedicated staff who bring so much positive energy to our school each day. 

This week in Seminar, students wrote their own notes of gratitude, and it was truly inspiring to see how many chose to write to their peers—reaching out to connect, encourage, and express appreciation for one another. Moments like these remind us just how strong and caring our school community is.

Over the weekend I have three challenges of gratitude and service for you to try out at home as a family:

Challenge #1: 24 Hour No-Tech Day
I challenge you to try a 24-hour period of time with low tech in your home–turn off the screens and store away the phones. Pull out the monopoly and old fashioned books–and see what happens! You can blame it on me if your teen is not so happy about it (-:

Challenge #2: Thank You Challenge
As a family, come up with a list of 100 things you are grateful for–list them together or divide them up and share them out loud. Keep the list and read it together occasionally as a reminder. 

Challenge #3: Community Kindness
As a family, decide on an act of kindness to benefit your community. Leave flowers at a neighbors door–clean up litter on the beach–drop off food at Helpline–the options are endless!

Wishing you a very happy Thanksgiving,

Danielle Warman
Associate Principal
Woodward Middle School
 

Seminar Lessons from November

Woodward’s Seminar is our Social Emotional Learning (SEL) platform that takes place every Monday during 4th period. 

On Monday, November 3rd, students learned and discussed our school namesake, Walt and Milly Woodward and the positive impact they made on Bainbridge Island history.

On Monday, November 17th, classrooms explored the Power of Words and affirmations and the skill to challenge negative thoughts.

November 24th concluded November's seminar content with a lesson on the character trait of gratitude in honor of the Thanksgiving holiday.
 

PTO News

Shop Til You Drop!
Announcing Woodward Middle School PTO’s brand new Spiritwear Store in partnership with Community Sports! Discover PJs, Beanies, New Sweatshirts and More! 

Also announcing our first-ever Black Friday Bay Hay Sale of discontinued styles at deep discounts!

Please note that there are two separate website links--one for the new gear, one for your favorite Bay Hay styles. To receive delivery before the December holiday break, order by 12/5. Unless otherwise noted, Spiritwear will be available for pickup at Woodward between 12/17-19.

Cocoa and Jazz - Volunteers Needed

Our Cocoa & Cool Jazz event is coming up on 12/19, and we’d love your help to make it extra special! This is a great opportunity for band parents who want to hear their students play while helping to start the school day with music and cheer.

Sign up to volunteer and help brighten a winter morning with us and share the joy of cocoa, cider, and jazz!

Not sure about your volunteer status? Email the front office: kgellert@bisd303.org

Want to become a volunteer, or need to renew? Complete the BISD Volunteer Application process.
 

Festival of Lights - Choir Performance

If the WMS/Sakai Choir isn’t on your holiday radar yet, get ready—they’re fantastic! Come down to Winslow this Saturday for caroling from 4:30–5:30 p.m., right before the COBI Ceremony of Lights.

Then stay for more fun at the BPA mainstage from 6:00–7:00 p.m., where you can catch some WMS students performing with their dance studio, and alongside the Bainbridge Youth Choir.
 

Drama Club Auditions

The Drama Club is excited to begin work on their spring show, High School Musical Jr. Auditions will take place Dec. 3 and 5. Students interested in trying out can email Ms. NJ at enadenjohns@bisd303.org
to sign up by Nov 26.

Wildcats in Action

Take a look at what's happening around Woodward!

Now That's a TON of Food!

Thanks to the generosity of our Woodward Community, the Builder's Club was able to donate 1 TON of food to Helpline House to help local families.

A huge "Thank You" to Ms. Bredy, Ms. Lin, and all the Builders for their efforts to make this such a successful food fundraiser!

From the Art Room

In the spirit of assemblage art, using found objects to make art, students attached their collection of drawn items into an interesting composition onto the crazy quilt background they created. The final product is as interesting as walking into an old antique store in hopes of finding priceless treasures.
Collage Art 1
Collage Art 2

Volleyball Victors

Introducing our volleyball PE unit champions — teams that battled for the 1st court, leaned on teamwork, and kept it fun all the way to victory!
Volleyball
Volleyball
Volleyball
Volleyball
Volleyball

WMS Athletics

Boys' Basketball


Check out the game schedule so you don't miss any of the fun!

Thank you to Mrs. Gray for some fantastic action shots!
7th Grade Basketball
8th Grade Basketball
Basketball
Rebound
 
Calendar

Upcoming Events at Woodward

NOVEMBER
26-28: Thanksgiving Break - No School
29: WMS Choir Performs @ the Festival of Lights in Winslow

DECEMBER
2: 8th Grade Banquet Meeting 5:30 @ WMS
3: Boys' Basketball Home Game
10: PTO Meeting 6-7pm
11: School Board Meeting 5:45
15-19: Spirit Week
19: Cocoa and Jazz, Spirit Assembly
12/22-1/2: Winter Break - No School

 
Helpful Links

Helpful Woodward Resources

School Hours
Monday: Early Release/ Seminar Schedule - 9:00AM - 2:00PM
Tuesday-Friday: Regular Schedule - 9:00AM - 3:30PM

Phone Numbers
  • Attendance Message Line: 206-780-4579
  • Attendance Direct Line: 206-780-4504
  • Main Office: 206-842-4787

Helpful Links:
 

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

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