Bainbridge Island

Statistics:
Population - approximately 20,000
12 miles in length by 4 miles wide

Climate:
Similar to that of Seattle. Summer temperatures average in the mid-70's; winter average is 42. Rainfall approximately 39 inches annually. Snowfall about eight inches per year. Growing season averages 180 days.

Cities:
Bainbridge Island, an incorporated city, is governed by a mayor and city council and has its own Police Department. Winslow and the entire Island are served by the Bainbridge Island Fire Department, staffed both by full-time firefighters and volunteers, and its superb paramedic rescue unit.

Industry and Jobs:
Most working Island residents are employed in professional, retail, service or government positions in Seattle. The Bainbridge Island School District is the largest single employer on the Island. However, in addition to the retail/service businesses, there a number of small manufacturing firms including a winery and those which produce plastics, fishing poles, toys and local food processing plants. An industrial park is located on Day Road NE. A high percentage of Islanders operate home businesses, and there is a significant number of artists, writers, musicians and craftspeople here, some nationally known.

Medical Facilities:
Medical clinics on the Island offer family and emergency services, chiropractic clinics and a choice of dental facilities are also available. The Virginia Mason Clinic is associated with the Virginia Mason Hospital Group. Convalescent/nursing home facilities and retirement homes are available, while in-patient hospital facilities are available in Seattle and Bremerton.

Churches:
Most denominations are represented: Assembly of God, Baptist, Buddhist, Catholic, Christian Science, Episcopal, Lutheran, Methodist, Missionary Alliance Church, Mormon, and Presbyterian. There are also several non-denominational congregations.

Taxes:
Real estate on Bainbridge Island is assessed on a six-year schedule with annual updates. Taxes fluctuate due to special levies, actions of local government entities and changes in property values. Rates generally have averaged $14.00 per $1000 of assessed value. For more information, contact: Kitsap County Assessor 614 Division Street Port Orchard, WA 98366 (360) 337-7160

Boat Moorage:
Long-term moorage is available at the Winslow Wharf Marina, Eagledale Moorings, Bar Harbor Marina and Eagle Harbor Marina. Other boat launchings are located at: south at Fort Ward State Park; north at Fay Bainbridge State Par and Winslow at Eagle Harbor Waterfront Park. Overnight moorage is only available at the City of Bainbridge Island pier on Eagle Harbor. Anchorage buoys are available at Fay Bainbridge State Park.
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Restaurants:
There are many restaurants on the Island. There is a choice of gourmet delights, fast food, and mouthwatering homemade meals. Casual atmosphere prevails and reservations are seldom required.

Bainbridge Island Public Schools

Bainbridge schools offer a well-balanced curriculum, including programs for gifted students and special classes offered at all grade levels for those with learning disabilities. A wide range of extracurricular and sports activities are, included at the middle and high school levels, and there is an indoor public pool located at the High School complex used by all students through the curriculum. Marine Science studies are offered at all levels, and classes are coordinated with the Kitsap County Marine Science Center. Frequent field trips are taken to this facility for hands-on experience. In addition, many programs are offered at the schools during the regular school curriculum and summer months by the Bainbridge Island Park and Recreation District.

The island is also host to numerous pre-schools, daycare centers and private schools. For more advanced students, Bremerton's Olympic College offers extension courses and associate degrees/academic transfer programs. Here is a brief overview of the school program:

Elementary Schools K-4th:
The elementary schools (Blakely Elementary, Ordway Elementary, Wilkes Elementary) provide a continuous progressive program of sequential skill instruction in reading, mathematics and language arts. The "core" curriculum also includes social studies, health, and science. Specialists at every grade level teach programs in art, music, and physical education. Elementary counselors, librarians and reading specialists provide support both to students and teachers.

Middle Schools (2):
The middle schools (Sakai Intermediate School – 5th and 6th grades and Woodward Middle School – 7th & 8th grades) are designed to provide students with a smooth transition from self-contained classrooms at the elementary level to departmental organization at the high school. The required "core" program consists of reading, language, arts, mathematics, social studies, science and physical education. Courses in art, instrumental and vocal music, home and family living, industrial arts, and computer literacy are offered as electives.

Bainbridge Island High School (9-12):
The high school offers a variety of programs to accommodate students with different academic, career, and personal interests. In addition to courses required for graduation, a rigorous academic program is offered for college bound students. Programs in automotive maintenance, business, and home and family living are offered in the school. In addition, an arrangement with North Kitsap High School allows students to pursue other vocational programs.

Alternative High Schools (2):
Commodore Options School and Eagle Harbor High School are designed to meet the needs of students who desire an alternative approach to their high school education.

Curriculum Development:
Curriculum development and a program review occur continuously in the school district. A six-year cycle has been established to ensure that all program areas are reviewed and updated on a regular basis. In addition, the School Board may designate special areas for focus study. Under the direction of the Assistant Superintendent/Curriculum Director, committees of teachers, principals, and members of the community are formed each year to conduct the program reviews and focus studies. Other opportunities for curriculum work include summer workshops for curriculum writing and/or instructional materials. Teachers and principals play an important role in curriculum decisions in the school district.

Support Services:
The district's support personnel include school nurse, psychologists, disorder specialists, resource room teachers, preschool education teacher, special services coordinator, English as a second language teacher, and multi-cultural program coordinator. The support staff, working jointly with classroom teachers, provides a large variety of educational services for students with special needs.

School Volunteers:
One of the unique features of the district is the active role of adult volunteers in the schools. Through the effort of the Volunteer Coordinator, approximately 350 volunteers contribute to school programs each year. The volunteers tutor students, assist in classrooms, organize enrichment activities, and lecture or demonstrate in their areas of expertise. This is one of the many examples of active cooperation between the community and the schools. For more information, call: Bainbridge Island School District #303 Bainbridge Island, WA 98110 (206) 842-4714

Boat Moorage Costs:

Eagle Harbor Marina
5834 Ward Street NE
Manager: Dan Homick
206-842-4003
Monthly Rates: $6.00 per foot
Clubhouse: Showers, Laundry facilities, Jacuzzi, Entertainment Room, Mini-Storage
Electricity: Each slip is wired with 30 amp metered power and 220 V. is also available.
Live-Aboards: Approximately 20% live-aboards. Utilities Available: Phone and water available for each slip.

Winslow Wharf Marina
141 Parfitt Way SW
Manager: David Lafave
206-842-4202 Fax: 206-842-7785
Monthly Rates:
Apr.-Sept.
$5.63 per foot under 24'
$5.63 per foot 28'-32'
Oct.-Mar.
$4.63 per foot under 24'
$5.08 per foot 28'-32'
Utilities Available: Phone, Electric, Water, Showers, Laundry

Eagledale Moorings
5842 Main Street NE (E of Eagle Harbor Marina)
Manager: Richard Burke
206-842-7751
Monthly Rates: Varies - covered moorage available

Harbour Marina
233 Parfitt Way SW
www.harborpub.com
Manager: Joycelyn Waite
206-842-6502
Monthly Rates: $5.50 per foot under 32'
$5.75 per foot under 40'
$6.00 per foot under 48'
Outside moorage avail.for larger @ $6.25 ft.
Utilities Available: Showers, Laundry, Recycling Center, Phone, Metered Electricity, Water & Garbage P/U are included in monthly rates.

Lodging:

Hotel and Other Accommodations

Best Western Bainbridge Island Suites
350 High School Rd NE
206-855-9666

Country Haus
13718 Ellingson Road NE
206-842-8425

Eagle Harbor Inn
293 Madison Ave S
206-842-1446

Hazel Creek Manor
8819 Koura Rd
206-842-5196

Holly Lane Gardens
9432 Holly Farm Ln NE
206-842-8959

Inn at Winslow Corner
580 Winslow Way East
206-780-0907

Island Country Inn
920 Hildebrand Ln NE
800-842-8429

Our Country Haus
13718 Ellingsen Rd NE
206-842-8425

Saxon Cottage
13671 N Madidson Ave NE
206-842-0382

Springridge Gardens Bed & Breakfast
7686 Springridge Rd NE
206-842-7369