The Pirate Report (9/15-9/21)

Belton High School Families,

Thank you for your support to BHS. Please use the information below to stay up-to-date.

At Belton High School, we all belong to One ship One CREW. The principles of CREW are Character, Respect, Excellence, and Worth. BHS Mission: the growth and achievement of our students. The entire BHS team will commit to supporting all students using the principles of CREW.

Through this newsletter, The Pirate Report, we will share updates, important dates and information, upcoming events, and opportunities to get involved. Prior newsletters will be linked at the bottom of the page.

Thank you,

Mr. Kensinger

High School Principal

Help keep our parking lot safe and slow down. Be an aware driver. Please drive slowly and cautiously, especially when busses are present. Stop for crosswalks and when pedestrians are crossing.

Arrival Times

• Bus Riders: will be dropped off at Door #1 (Main Entrance). Doors will open at 7:15 AM and students will remain in the commons until 7:25.
• Car Riders: should be dropped off at Door #5 (East Entrance by baseball fields). Doors will open at 7:25 AM. Please do not drop students off early.
• Student Drivers: must park in assigned parking space and enter at Door #20 (Fieldhouse Entrance). Doors will open at 7:25 AM.

Dismissal Time

• The last block of the day ends at 2:45 PM.
• Students should be off campus or waiting outside for their bus/ride by 2:55 PM.
• After 2:55 PM, students must be under the supervision of BHS Staff for a sanctioned purpose (event, practice, game, tutoring, Student Success Center, etc.)
• Parents/Guardians contacting the attendance office to dismiss their student must do so prior to 2:30. After 2:30, the student will be dismissed at 2:45 by the bell.

Under the new policy, no personal device can be used by students at any point in the school day, from arrival to dismissal. This includes passing periods and lunch time. This rule applies to “personal electronic communication devices." Our school handbook has been updated to reflect the changes, please take some time to familiarize yourself with our policies: beltonschools.org/family.

Please join us in embracing the new policy and help make our classrooms places of deep learning where all students can concentrate.

• Students driving to Yeokum must obtain a BHS Parking Pass (See below)
• Student drivers cannot allow other students to ride in their vehicle
• All traffic laws must be obeyed
• Students not abiding by the expectations and traffic laws will be subject to a disciplinary referral and/or driving privileges to Yeokum revoked
• Students are to go straight to/from Yeokum. Students not traveling directly to/from Yeokum will lose driving privileges.

• This is a great opportunity for students, parents and guardians to learn specific steps to help students navigate post-secondary planning. Parents of juniors and seniors are encouraged to attend.
• September 18th College Prep Night Topics will include:
• Preparing for college, Senior year timeline, Choosing a college, Scholarships and financial aid information, A+ Program, College entrance exams (ACT), College resources, and KC Scholars information for juniors.

College and Career Fair on September 25 from 9:30am - 11:00am at BHS

• There will be over 50 representatives from colleges, businesses and the military attending.
• During the College and Career Fair, all juniors and seniors will be given the opportunity to speak with representatives about all aspects of the post-secondary education process, employment potential, and military service.
• Students will be able to browse tables offering information on academic and career options, college and university admissions requirements and financial aid options.
• This is a great chance for students to obtain answers to specific questions about potential colleges and careers, learn about new schools and get a sense for what might fit them.
• Parents and guardians are welcome to attend this event.
• Additional information will be shared at a later date.

• Class of 2026 Journey to Commencement (Coming Soon!)
• During Anchor class on Wednesday (9/17) Seniors will
  • do a senior transcript audit - provided by the counselors, will have some instructions to follow and hard copies of transcripts to review, and a google form for acknowledgement.
  • Jostens Meeting - seniors will meet with Jostens in the PAC to discuss information about graduation caps/gowns and grad announcements. (See your Anchor teacher if you miss the presentation.)

We are excited to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month (9/15-10/15). We are working on some fun things coming the next few weeks to celebrate. Stay Tuned!

Hispanic Heritage Month is here! Please consider supporting our Hispanic seniors by buying delicious fruit popsicles during lunch - $3 each or 2 for $5! Every dollar raised goes toward scholarships and will be matched — join us, donate, and help change a life today!

Our very own, Jon Sweeney, was honored as the Jon F. Ferguson 2025 award recipient at the Belton Educational Foundation's Boots and Bling gala on September 6, 2025. He spoke wonderfully about his time here at BHS and his students over the years. Thank you, Mr. Sweeney, for representing Belton High School! We appreciate you!

• Do you know the requirements for graduation? 26 credits.
• Do you know how many credits your student currently has? Ask your counselor or academy assistant principal to print you a work copy of your transcript to review.

• Students must maintain 90% attendance to be eligible for course credit.
• When students fall below 90% attendance, they must complete make up sessions in Student Success Center (SSC).
• Students who do not complete their make up sessions may be assigned No Credits (NCs) on their transcript. See Student Handbook.
• Attendance checks every 30 days. Make up sessions assigned if below 90% attendance.
• Must have 90% overall attendance to attend school dances.

• Begins August 25th
• Monday-Thursday 3:00-4:15 PM in Room 412/414
• Saturdays 9:00 AM-3:00 PM (dates TBD)
• Activity bus available @ 4:15 PM
• After school snack provided
• Math tutoring available

Belton High School is a closed campus. No outside food deliveries will be accepted. Deliveries will be turned away.