Bellerive Bulletin

Dear Bellerive Families,

We have a busy and exciting week ahead with many events and activities! We’re looking forward to our upcoming music concerts and hope you can also join us at the City2 soccer game. If you or your family haven’t visited the new soccer stadium yet, City2 games are an affordable and fun way to experience it and enjoy some soccer action. Proceeds from the ticket sales benefit the PTO. The ordering information is below in this newsletter.

Thank you to everyone who participated in Walk to School Day on Friday — 282 students (plus many parents!) walked to school. What a great turnout! I appreciate Mr. Fink and Ms. Taylor for their hard work organizing the event.

We are also gearing up for MAP testing, which begins next week. Below in this newsletter, you will find more information about MAP testing and answers to frequently asked questions. It is especially important for students to be present on their scheduled testing days. Please avoid scheduling appointments, late arrivals, or early dismissals on the days your child is testing:

• 3rd Grade: Monday, May 5; Tuesday, May 6 & Friday, May 9
• 4th Grade: Wednesday, May 14, Thursday, May 15 & Friday, May 16
• 5th Grade: Thursday, May 8; Monday, May 12 & Tuesday, May 13

Thank you for your support!

Joey Kneer

Tuesday, April 29

• 4th and 5th Gr. Strings Concert: 7:00 pm

Wednesday, April 30

• No 4th & 5th Gr. Strings Classes
• Grandparent Cafe: 6:00 - 7:30 pm, Welcome Center
• 3rd Gr. Vocal and Strings Concert: 7:00 pm

Thursday, May 1

• Kdg Field Trip
• No 4th & 5th Gr. Strings Classes
• 2nd Grade's Used Book Fair Service Project

Friday, May 2

• 2nd Grade's Used Book Fair Service Project

Sunday, May 4

• PTO Fundraiser at City2 Soccer: 4:00 pm, Energizer Park

Here is a direct link to RSVP.

Here is a direct sign-up link.

Please send your child to school with a few dollars to shop at the used book sale on

Thursday, May 1 or Friday, May 2!

Each book costs $1.00

100% of the proceeds go to Ready Readers

We have sold 77 tickets so far. If we sell 150 tickets, the CITY Street Team will come to Bellerive again this year to play soccer with the kids!

Here is a direct link to purchase tickets!

Please join me in welcoming Mrs. Miller and Mrs. Deane to the Bellerive community!

Mrs. Miller is replacing Mrs. Zahnweh. If you have not heard, I am pleased to share that Mrs. Zahnweh will be Bellerive's new librarian next year.

Congratulations to Mrs. Biehl on her upcoming retirement!

Mrs. Deane is replacing Mrs. Holdenried. She will miss the Bellerive community but is excited to stay home with her new baby who was born in January.

Unless we have unanticipated developments or enrollment changes, these will be the grade-level teams for the 25-26 school year!

• Kindergarten: Emily Amann, Fran Bittiker, Kelly Burden, and Lauren Richard
• 1st Grade: Christine Boettcher, Carrie Bokal, Amy Laughlin, and Erin Winship
• 2nd Grade: Annie Andrews, Bekah Austin, Mary Kate Clinard, and Ali Toczylowski
• 3rd Grade: Cindy Deane, Traci Hylla, and Erica Kirn
• 4th Grade: Ashley Jelovic, Heather Mellor, and Amber Sanders
• 5th Grade: Tracy Janes-Miller, Cheryl McGinnis, Felicia Miller, and Heather Robertson

It's allergy season. Please review this Seasonal Allergy Letter from our school nurse, Michelle Osterholt.

Also, please click here for the May Nurse Newsletter.

Click here for a direct sign-up link!

There is a $20 fee that covers all three camp sessions. Click here for a direct sign-up link.

At Bellerive Elementary between May 5 and May 16, students in grades 3-5 will participate in Missouri Assessment Program (MAP) tests in English Language Arts and Mathematics. Students in 5th grade will also participate in MAP Science testing. Information from the MAP gives students’ parents and teachers an important measure of each child’s learning. It also helps your child’s school make sure children are receiving a high-quality education.

Here is some information for you about this year’s testing:

How is the test set up?

As with many other assessments in Parkway, students take the MAP test on computers. Many students began taking online assessments in Parkway several years ago. Tests taken online often have more interactive and engaging test questions. To see the system students will use and example questions, please visit https://wbte.drcedirect.com/MO/portals/mo using the Google Chrome browser and click on the link at the bottom center of the page.

When will we receive results and how are they used?

Parents will receive individual student results for ELA and Math prior to the beginning of the following school year. Individual student scores are one piece of information to go along with all the other things teachers and parents know about each child. Overall results are used by your child’s school and district to identify areas of strength and need within Parkway’s curriculum and to make sure we are providing the best possible education for each child.

How can I help ensure my child is prepared to take the test?

The MAP tests address learning that has taken place throughout the year, so the most helpful things you can do as a parent are making sure your child is well-rested, well-nourished, and is present during testing times. Your child’s teacher(s) may also have specific test-taking tips or activities to assist students in feeling prepared.

Whom can I contact if I have questions?

Depending on your question, your child’s teacher, counselor, or principal may best be able to assist you. You may also feel free to contact Parkway’s assessment coordinator, Carter Snow, by e-mail (csnow@parkwayschools.net) or phone (314.415.7047).

As we approach Teacher/Educator Appreciation Week, many parents asked us to reshare this list of Staff Favorites. Thank you in advance for any kind gestures, notes, or support you share with our amazing staff—it truly means a lot to them!

Join us as we honor the legacy and celebrate the retirement of Superintendent Dr. Keith Marty.

Sign up to share about your career. Please also pass along this info to family and friends who may be able to participate!

Here is a direct link to register.

National Teacher Appreciation Week: May 5 - 9

3rd Gr. MAP Testing: Monday, May 5 - Tuesday, May 6

Dr. Marty Retirement Tour (North Area): Tuesday, May 6, 6:00 – 7:30 pm, North High

Early Release (2:05 pm Dismissal for Bellerive): Wednesday, May 7

5th Gr. MAP Testing: Thursday, May 8

3rd Gr. MAP Testing: Friday, May 9

5th Gr. MAP Testing: Monday, May 12 - Tuesday, May 13

4th Gr. MAP Testing: Wednesday, May 14 - Friday, May 16

Board of Education Regular Meeting: Wednesday, May 14, 7:00 pm

Book Battle Team Field Trip: Thursday, May 15

Book Fair: Monday, May 19 - Thursday, May 22

5th Gr. Field Trip: Wednesday, May 21

North High Grad Walk: Wednesday, May 21, 3:00 - 3:45 pm

PTO Family Picnic: Wednesday, May 21, 5:30 - 7:00 pm

Book Fair Shopping: Wednesday, May 21, 5:30 - 7:00 pm

4th Gr. Field Trip: Thursday, May 22

Field Day: Friday, May 23

No School (Memorial Day): Monday, May 26

Career Day: Tuesday, May 27

Project Lit Book Club: Tuesday, May 27, 7:00 - 8:00 pm

Last Day of School (1:05 pm Dismissal): Thursday, May 29