Inside this Newsletter
- From the Principal
- 8th Grade Banquet - FAQ's & Volunteer Sign-Ups
- Seminar - May Topics
- End of the Year Library Procedures
- Health Plans for Next Year
- Donna Higuera - Author Visit
- Grad o Grams for BHS/ EEHS Class of 2026
- Athletics for Upcoming 9th Graders
- ABC's for 26-27 - ACTION REQUIRED
- Wildcats in Action
- The Woodward Beat - Drama Production
- PTO News
- Mark Your Calendar - Key Dates Ahead
- Helpful Resources
- Community Events
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Dear Woodward Families,
Our Washington State testing is now complete, and we are back to our regular daily schedule! Thank you for your support in helping students arrive at school rested, prepared, and ready to do their best during this important formal assessment period. We truly appreciate your partnership.
On a fun note, check out the photos below of our Culinary Arts students making their own pasta! Thanks to your generous PTO donations, we were able to purchase enough pasta-making equipment for each of our kitchen units so all students could participate in this hands-on experience. It has been wonderful to see their excitement and creativity in the kitchen.
While we still have a great deal of teaching and learning ahead of us, this time of year naturally brings growing excitement about summer and end-of-year activities. With just three weeks remaining, we are encouraging students to stay focused, continue putting forth their best effort, and persevere through the final stretch of the school year.
Families can play an important role in helping students finish strong by continuing to reinforce healthy routines at home — including regular attendance, good sleep habits, limiting distractions, encouraging completion of assignments, and reminding students that positive behavior and effort still matter every day. Consistency between home and school makes a tremendous difference.
We are proud of all the hard work our students have done this year and look forward to making these final weeks both productive and memorable for everyone.
Thank you, as always, for sending us your incredible students!
Jeannie Donoghue
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8th Grade Banquet is just a little over a week away!
Volunteers are needed for the 2026 Woodward MS 8th Grade Banquet Celebration on SATURDAY MAY 30th at Woodward. We'll also need support on Friday, 5/29 (set up) and Sunday, 5/31 (clean up).
All volunteers need a current credential from Bainbridge Island School District. Thanks for visiting the online BISD Volunteer application to make sure your clearance is renewed and current.
Thank you for supporting this special tradition!
NEXT YEAR'S BANQUET CHAIR:
Do you know anyone interested in chairing the banquet next year and who can take on planning this amazing event for the rising 8th graders? Please reach out to the WMS PTO President or this year's banquet chairs if you're interested! Ideally the 2031 Banquet team can step up in time to see this year's event and decide what they want to keep for next year.
PTO President: woodward.president@bainbridgeptos.org
Banquet Chairs: woodward.banquet@bainbridgeptos.org
Stay in the know on all 8th Grade happenings:
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Seminar is Woodward’s social emotional learning platform that takes place every Monday during your student’s 4th period class. Following is a summary of the lessons in May.
May 4th - Students utilized their Seminar time to review a Smarter Balanced Assessment slideshow that provides steps for students to access SBA Practice Tests in preparation for SBA testing.
May 11th - 7th grade discussed self esteem, why it is important, factors that can impact one’s self-esteem and steps they can take to improve it. 8th grade students explored self-care strategies to reduce stress and strengthen their inner self.
May 18th - 7th grade students participated in the ASB elections. 8th grade students continued to explore and discuss self-care and strategies to improve the body’s resilience and support one’s physical self.
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The last week to check out books is Monday, May 25th - Friday, May 29th.
All books are due back at school by June 2nd.
Books and text books that are still being used in class should not be returned until they are done being used.
Notices will be sent on June 15. Please do not pay fines until those final notices are sent.
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If your child has a current Asthma Action Plan, Allergy and Anaphylaxis Emergency Plan or 504 Healthcare plan, you received in the mail a new form to fill out for the 2026-2027 school year. The deadline to turn the form in is 5/22/26, but has been extended to 5/29/26.
Please update all the information on the form including the current provider and we can send the form to the provider listed on the form over the summer (if within Kitsap). You can email or drop off the completed form to the health room. If we do not receive the form, you are responsible for updating the form and obtaining the provider's signature BEFORE the start of the 2026-2027 school year.
If your child no longer needs this accommodation for next school year, please email the Woodward nurses at wms-nurses@bisd303.org or call 206-780-4511 to update.
Thank you!
Woodward Nurses
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In June, students have an exciting opportunity to hear from Donna Higuera about The Last Cuentista series.
Donna Barba Higuera, author of The Last Cuentista, Alebrijes, and Firesnake will be visiting WMS on June 11th to speak to students about her award winning series of books. She will be speaking about her books, career as a writer, and her latest book in the trilogy Firesnake, released June 2nd.
This opportunity is offered to our school through Eagle Harbor Book Store’s school author events. 7th Grade ELA teachers are sharing information in class and students can pre-order signed copies of Higuera’s books HERE and they will be delivered during the event on June 11th. Orders must be completed by June 5th.
For pre-ordered, signed books, please note the following in the "Instructions and Comments" box during checkout:
- Woodward Middle School
- Student's name
- Teacher's name
- Name for personalization (if desired). No additional messages please!
Order Deadline: June 5, 2026
Visit Date: June 11, 2026
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If you have some graduating seniors that you'd like to celebrate - now's your time! This special tradition is a great way to send the grads off with words of love, advice, and memories.
Tips and tricks:
- Include the Full Name of the senior on each Grad o Gram
- Please DO NOT put individual Grad o Grams in envelopes--just fold & staple if you are worried about privacy
- Drop off at the black Grad o Gram mailbox in front of BHS
- Drop off EHHS senior Grad o Grams to Alicia Convis in their main office
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To participate in BHS Summer Sports, athletes/parents must register in Final Forms and have a current physical on file.
When registering in Final Forms, click the large blue button at the top of the screen labeled “Click to Switch to 2026–27 Registration” to sign up for summer sports. At that time, you can also register your student for specific sports by selecting the box for each season and sport they plan to participate in.
If your summer sport requires a fee, your coach will provide that information.
Programs planning to hold summer practices and/ or Open Gyms/ Fields are listed below. Please contact the appropriate coach with any questions about locations and times.
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Please help us plan for next year! If your student will not attend BISD in the fall, please contact WMS registrar Molly Webber at mwebber@bisd303.org.
All families must complete the ABC 26–27 process for each student, including returning and new students. To complete the process, log in to Family Access and select “ABC 26-27” from the left menu. The process takes about 15 minutes per child and helps BISD plan staffing, class sizes, and student services for next year.
A few helpful reminders:
- Only Primary Families can complete the ABC process.
- Be sure to click “Complete Step and Move to…” on each page.
- The final step requires two clicks: “Complete ABC 26-27” and then “Submit ABC 26-27.”
- You’ll receive an email confirmation once submitted.
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Photography and Culinary students joined forces for an exciting week-long collaboration centered on the art of food photography. The week kicked off with a visit from guest Chef and Food Blogger Sarah Pernod, who introduced students to the key elements of a compelling flat lay: color harmony, pattern, and how to choose props and accessories that complement the food being showcased. Culinary students then put those lessons into practice, crafting beautiful strawberry and rhubarb galettes, while Photography students composed and styled the flat lay shots — thoughtfully arranging each element to tell a delicious visual story. The best part? Everyone got to sample their creations at the end, making this a project that was as rewarding to eat as it was to create. |
Our Music for All Generations concert brought the community together through an unforgettable evening of collaboration and song. The jazz band joined forces with our school choir and the Bainbridge Senior Choir, filling the stage with energy, harmony, and music that connected performers of every age. From lively jazz selections to heartfelt choral pieces, the concert celebrated the power of music to unite generations and create lasting memories. |
The Woodward Drama Club is close to wrapping up rehearsals for their spring production, High School Musical Jr.! Performances are on June 5th and 6th at 7:30, and June 7th at 4:00 at the Bainbridge High School Auditorium. There is no cost for tickets, but there is a suggested donation at the door. Hope to see you there!!
— Reilly Carl, 8th Grade
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The Woodward PTO is looking for volunteers to serve on the 2026-2027 board. PTO volunteers help support classroom needs, teacher grants, school events, fundraising, communications, and community-building throughout the year.
Open roles include 7th Grade Co-President, Secretary, Grants Coordinator, Fundraising, Volunteer Coordinator, Communications, 8th Grade Banquet, and Sustainability.
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The next PTO meeting is:
May 20, 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.
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If you are looking to contribute to the school year, check out the WMS Wishlist!
From caffeine for staff to Health Room supplies, we'd love your help to restock some shelves with commonly used items.
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MAY
20: PTO Meeting 6:00
25: No School - Memorial Day
26: Home Volleyball Game 4:30
28: School Board Meeting 5:45
30: 8th Grade Banquet
JUNE
3: POPS Band Concert 7:00
5: Drama Performance @ BHS 7:30
6: Drama Performance @ BHS 7:30
7: Drama Performance @ BHS 4:00
8-12: Spirit Week
9: School Board Meeting 5:45
10: PTO Meeting 6:00
12: Yearbook Distribution & Spirit Assembly
13: BHS/ EHHS Graduation
15: Field Day
16: Last Day of School (Half Day)
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School Hours
Monday: Early Release/ Seminar Schedule - 9:00AM - 2:00PM
Tuesday-Friday: Regular Schedule - 9:00AM - 3:30PM
Phone Numbers
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Attendance Message Line: 206-780-4579
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Attendance Direct Line: 206-780-4504
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Main Office: 206-842-4787
Helpful Links:
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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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