10.3.25

Elementary:

• Parent-teacher conferences are October 9-10th. Please remember to turn in your sign up form.
• Our PBIS wheel is getting really full—and we’re excited to announce our first school-wide celebration is scheduled for October 21st!
• Join us for Math Night on October 21st from 4:30 PM to 5:30 PM.

Jr/Sr:

• On Count Day, we held a building-wide attendance competition—congrats to 7th and 12th grade for achieving PERFECT ATTENDANCE! They celebrated with donuts on Friday. Way to go!
• Six students were recognized for PBIS Mastery and Generosity: R. Garvison, A. Thomas, S. Bigelow, B. Breton, C. Swanson, and A. Crawley. Congratulations!
• The September Bronco Ticket Challenge goes to 7th grade with an incredible 467 tickets!
• Our Early Warning Indicator Team (EWIMS) held their first data meeting, and we’re excited to share that we’ve seen improvements in almost every area from last year. (Check out the attached flyer celebrating our students’ success!)
• Check out our pictures of the Renaissance Festival last Friday!

Upcoming events:

• Parent-teacher conferences will be held on October 7th and 8th.
• Apprenticeship Parent Night: October 8, 5–6 PM. We can’t wait to showcase our Apprenticeship Wall and the amazing opportunities it highlights for our students!

District:

• We are excited to plan, present, and participate in the first ever County-Wide Professional Development on November 4th hosted at Harper Creek Public Schools.
• We are being recognized by MiMTSS for NUMEROUS awards for this past year. Stay tuned for the official recognition.
• Special Education Teacher Tuition Reimbursement Grant: Rolling Application (link)

Happy October, Bellevue!

We are now entering our first whole week of the month, and a lot is happening across our schools. October is always a busy but exciting time of year. The routines of the school year are well established, students are engaged in learning, and fall activities are in full swing.

One of the most important parts of next is Parent-Teacher Conferences. These conversations are a valuable opportunity for families and teachers to connect about student progress, celebrate growth, and discuss ways to continue supporting students. I would like to thank our teachers and staff for the time and effort they put into making these conferences meaningful, and I also want to thank parents and guardians for taking the time to partner with us. Strong communication between home and school is a key indicator of student success.

Count day, which was on October 1st, plays a key role in state funding for our schools. Thank you for getting your students to school that day. We are still waiting on the final details of the state budget. Your continued support of Bellevue helps ensure we can provide the very best opportunities for our students.

Looking ahead, our classrooms and programs continue to achieve at a high level. Whether it’s students digging deeper into projects, athletes competing on the field, or clubs and organizations building school spirit. Fall is a season of growth and activity, and it’s inspiring to see our students so engaged.

Thank you for everything you do to support our schools. Together, we’re building something special here in Bellevue.

Wishing everyone a great week ahead as we continue moving forward this school year!

Eric McCalla

Superintendent

Standards vs Rules

"Rules are for people who can't follow directions. Standards are for people who aspire to do special things" Tim Corbin

For assistance, please reach out to Cortney Coats.

• 2024-25 Winner: Melissa Baxter
• 2024-25 FOCUS Grant winner: Carlotta Slater ($5000)

The Guido A. and Elizabeth H. Binda Foundation has generously provided the Mini Grant Program with $30,000 for awards up to $1,000 for projects that align with district-approved curriculum. This grant is available to all administrators, counselors, educators, and support staff in Barry, Branch, and Calhoun Counties in Michigan.

Application link

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• Safe Storage Notice.

10/6/25

• JH Volleyball AT HOME, 5:30PM
• JV Football @ Mendon, 6:00PM

10/7/25

• Jr/Sr High Parent - Teacher Conferences, 4-7:00PM

10/8/25

• Elementary Parent - Teacher Conferences, 4-7:00PM
• Jr/Sr High Parent - Teacher Conferences, 4-7:00PM
• JH Volleyball @ Mendon, 5:30PM
• JH Football AT HOME, 5:00PM

10/9/25

• Elementary Parent - Teacher Conferences, 4-7:00PM
• Varsity Volleyball AT HOME, 6:00PM

10/10/25

• No School - BCS
• No School - CACC
• BCAMSC in session
• Varsity Football AT HOME, 7:00PM

10/11/25

• Varsity Volleyball @ Battle Creek Central, 7:30AM

Calhoun ISD offerings: Please visit the CISD webpage for local PD offerings.

Supporting Content in the Secondary Classroom

• Using the Essential Instructional Practices for Disciplinary Literacy in the Secondary Classroom, participants will complete the EduPaths Secondary courses independently then attend an in-person session to collaborate with a community of learners to deepen understanding and plan application opportunities. Registration

Tier I classroom management training at the CISD on 9/18 and 10/16 from 8:30-3:30. Please talk to your principal about coverage and sign up here.

MDE Fall 2025 Continuous Improvement Conference

• When: Wednesday, Nov. 19, 2025
  Where: Crowne Plaza Lansing West
  

• Info & registration page

• If interested, please contact your building administrator and Cortney Coats

2025 MiMTSS Conference

• Lansing on November 12 & 13, 2025

• Registration link

• If interested, please contact your building administrator and Cortney Coats

Are you interested in attending Professional Development?

• Step 1: Request Professional Development Form
• Step 2: Principal gets the alert to check funding, resources, sub coverage, etc.
• Step 3: Principal sends you notice of approval/ denial
• Step 4: Sign up if approved. (If needed: Travel Reimbursement Sheet)