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Wildcat News - February 4, 2026

Posted Date: 02/04/26 (02:00 PM)


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February 4, 2026

Inside this Newsletter
  • Eagle Harbor High Informational Meeting for Students - 2/5
  • Future Freshman Info Night - EHHS - 2/10
  • Future Freshman Info Night - BHS & EHHS - 2/11
  • Lead From Within - BYS
  • BHS Cheer - 8th Graders
  • Girls Youth Basketball - Ages 8-12
  • The Woodward Beat
  • PTO News
  • 2026-27 Information Nights
  • Calendar
  • Helpful Resources
  • Community Events
 

Eagle Harbor High School - Information Session @ Woodward

Curious about Eagle Harbor High School? 8th graders will have the chance to learn more during a special presentation in the library on Thursday, February 5th, during 3rd period. Interested students can sign-up in the Counseling Office.
 

Current 8th Graders: 2026-27 Eagle Harbor High School Info Night

Tuesday, February 10 @ 6:30 p.m.
@ Eagle Harbor High School

Come learn more about programs available and have an opportunity to ask questions and check out the Eagle Harbor campus!
 

Current 8th Graders: 2026-27 High School Info Night

Future Freshman Night (BHS & EHHS)
Wednesday, February 11 - 6:30 p.m.
@ Bainbridge High School
All Class of 2030 students, parents & guardians are invited to attend.

The evening will begin at 6:30 p.m. in the BHS main gym (Paski Gym) with a presentation from BHS administrators, counselors, and a student panel offering tips for a successful transition to freshman year. From 7:00–8:00 p.m., families may enjoy a self-guided campus tour, with teachers and BHS students available throughout the buildings to answer questions.

Students interested in Eagle Harbor High School are also encouraged to attend, as they may take elective courses at BHS and will benefit from becoming familiar with the campus.
BHS Future Freshman Night
 

Lead From Within Group - Bainbridge Youth Services

Lead From Within is a six-week group through Bainbridge Youth Services for 7th and 8th graders starting Feb 26.

Each week includes creative, art-based activities along with guided conversation focused on understanding what’s going on inside, building skills you can use in real life, and helping to navigate middle school. No art experience is needed.
 

BHS Cheer for 8th Graders

Calling all spirited 8th graders! Join the cheer clinic and learn more about the BHS cheer program and tryout process on February 23 from 4:00-6:30 in the Commodore Gym.

Contact Head Coach Tawnya Jackson for more information - tjackson@bisd303.org

Tryouts are scheduled for March 16-19 at the BHS gym. Go Spartans!
 

Girls Youth Basketball Camp - Ages 8-12

Come learn skills and drills from the current Spartans and coaches!

Who: Girls ages 8-12
Date: Feb 11
Time: 4:00-6:00
Location: Commodore Gym

Registration is now open!

The Woodward Beat

NEW: Dungeons and Dragons Club

Woodward has a new club! The Dungeons and Dragons Club will meet on Mondays after school from 2:30-4:30, with their first meeting on February 9th!

PTO News

Upcoming PTO Meeting

Save the Date for the next PTO meeting:
February 25, 2026 - 6:00 pm, Conference Room
Phone access: 1 262-682-3694‬ PIN: ‪337 801 443‬#‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬

Be sure to follow the PTO Instagram for fun images and friendly reminders.

WMS Wishlist

If you are looking to contribute to the school year, check out the WMS Wishlist!

Our health room has taken a hit during this cold and flu season. We'd love your help to restock some shelves with the more commonly used items, and coffee pods are always greatly appreciated by the Woodward staff!

8th Grade Banquet

The 8th Grade Banquet team is seeking volunteers! Whether you are eager to provide ideas, lock in sponsors, manage the social media pages, or just work with a great group of other 8th grade parents, they would love your help!

Please email woodward.banquet@bainbridgeptos.org to connect on ways that you can help.
 

Save the Dates: 2026–27 School Year Information Nights & Events

The 2026–27 school year will be here before we know it! We look forward to welcoming families to a series of information nights and transition events this winter and spring. Please save the dates below—February & March events will include additional details and times in our upcoming Community Newsletters.

Eagle Harbor High School Information Night
Tuesday, February 10 | 6:30 p.m.
@ Eagle Harbor High School

Future Freshman Night (BHS & EHHS)
Wednesday, February 11 | 6:30 p.m.
@ Bainbridge High School

New-to-BISD (Grades 9–12)
Monday, February 23 | 2:15-3:15 p.m.
@ Bainbridge High School
** Sign-up information will be shared in January

Incoming Sakai 5th Grade Parent/Guardian Information Night
Tuesday, March 24 | 6:30 p.m.
@ Sakai Intermediate School

Additional details, reminders, and links will be shared in district publications as we get closer to each event. We look forward to connecting with you and supporting your student’s transition into the 2026–27 school year!
 
Calendar

Upcoming Events at Woodward

JANUARY
28: PTO Meeting 6:00
29: School Board Meeting 5:45

FEBRUARY
3: Incoming 7th Grade Parent/ Guardian Info Night @ WMS - 6:30
10: Eagle Harbor High School Information Night @ EHHS - 6:30
11: Future Freshman Night (BHS & EHHS) @ BHS - 6:30
12: School Board Meeting 5:45
16: Presidents' Day - No School
17-20: Mid-Winter Break - No School
23: New to BISD (Grades 9-12) @ BHS - 2:15
23: BHS Cheer Clinic and Info Meeting 4-6:30
25: PTO Meeting 6:00
26: School Board Meeting 5:45

MARCH
9: WMS Cross Country Info Meeting 6:00
16: WMS Cross Country Begins
16-19: BHS Cheer Tryouts 6:30-9:00
24: Incoming Sakai 5th Grade Information Night (Sakai) - 6:30
25: PTO Meeting 6:00
26: School Board Meeting 5:45

 
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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