12.5.25
Elementary:
- On Tuesday, our 2nd and 3rd grade students enjoyed a wonderful midday celebration thanks to the hard work and hospitality of Mrs. Kobliska, Mr. Curtis, Mrs. Krohn, and Mrs. Huber. The team cooked and served a delicious lunchtime feast that brought students and staff together for great food and warm conversation to celebrate friendship, gratitude, and community.
- Great Start Readiness Program (GSRP) welcomed the Thanksgiving season with a festive and flavorful pumpkin tasting event. Students had the chance to sample a variety of pumpkin-themed treats, from pumpkin pie and puree to pumpkin muffins.
- Santa's secret shop is coming on December 15-19th. Flyers and envelopes will go home this week. Your teacher will share your shopping date soon.
- The PTO is bringing holiday cheer—and helping families save time—with a gift-wrapping fundraiser on December 14 from 3:00 to 5:00 p.m. Students, families, and staff are invited to drop off their holiday gifts and have them professionally wrapped by PTO volunteers for a donation.
Jr/Sr:
We enjoyed a WONDERFUL Christmas concert and community sing-along on December 2nd. Our students put on a beautiful performance. If you missed it, don't worry! Our students will be performing during the community parade on December 6th at 6pm.
The Brass Band of Battle Creek concert is on December 6th at 7:30pm. We will have a special connection to our community school as one of our senior trumpet players, Braydon Denton, will be joining them for a selection. If you have not yet purchased tickets, there are still some available at their website https://bbbc.net
Our Bronco Brew is open Monday, Wednesday, Friday from 7:30-7:45 ready to serve staff and students! Specialty coffee this month served hot or cold: peppermint mocha, cinnamon roll cookie, or butter pecan. Stop by and support our students with a warm, yummy treat to start your day.
A few of our students had the opportunity to take a tour at a vocational training facility with a couple of our staff members. They were able to explore future career opportunities beyond high school. We can't wait to see what amazing paths they choose.
Our Bronco NHS students spent the day cooking and serving meals at the Ronald McDonald House a few weekends ago We are so proud of their continued commitment to giving back and supporting families in need.
Take the time to read our first of many student newsletters, filled with fresh stories, student voices, and Bronco pride! Click the link below.
- We want to recognize the first four nominations for our Unsung Hero initiative to recognize those who constantly go above and beyond for our students, staff, and district. You make a difference. Thank you for being you and impact the youth of Bellevue Community schools, Eric Bird, Codie Stenger, Ed Winegar, and Stacey Van Nortwick!
Happy Friday, everyone!
As we close out another week, I want to reflect on all the good things happening across our district. Every day, I see the small things that add up to something big: teachers adjusting lessons to meet students where they are, support staff stepping in without being asked, and teams across our buildings working together to keep things running smoothly. Those efforts often happen quietly, but they’re felt in a very real way.
Our students continue to grow because of the care and consistency you show. Families often comment about how welcome they feel when they walk into our buildings, and that’s a direct reflection of the culture you help create. Even on the tougher days, the commitment you bring doesn’t go unnoticed.
I appreciate how you continue to support each other, check in on one another, and keep our focus on what’s best for kids. It’s that steady mindset that keeps our district moving in a positive direction.
As we head into the weekend, I hope you get a chance to rest, recharge, and spend time with the people who matter most. You’ve put in another strong week, and I’m grateful for everything you do to make our schools a place where students feel safe, supported, and excited to learn.
Enjoy your weekend — you’ve earned it.
Standards vs Rules
"Rules are for people who can't follow directions. Standards are for people who aspire to do special things" Tim Corbin
Winter Weather Decisions
Winter weather will arrive, and I want to share the key factors we consider when deciding whether to close schools, delay work, or cancel activities due to severe weather.
Our top priority is always the safety and well-being of our students, staff, and families. Understanding the “why” behind these decisions is essential to keeping everyone informed and prepared. When deciding to close schools, we assess the safety of students and staff traveling by bus, car, or on foot. We also consider the severity of the weather, such as extreme cold, snow, or ice conditions, and the timing of weather events, whether they occur overnight or throughout the day.
During severe weather events, the Superintendent and the Director of Transportation closely monitor weather forecasts, including updates from the National Weather Service. To ensure a comprehensive understanding of regional conditions, we also consult with superintendents and transportation directors from our area.
When a decision is made, we strive to notify our Bronco families, students, and staff as quickly as possible. If you are not receiving calls or emails from the district, please contact your student's school to be sure we have updated information.
Thank you for your understanding as we navigate the winter season together.
What is an Effective Innovation?
- An effective innovation in MTSS is a new practice that is evidence-aligned, doable in real settings, and leads to better outcomes for all students—especially those needing additional support.
What are some examples?
- Adopting a new curriculum (academic, SEL, etc.)
- Adaptive screeners or progress monitoring systems
- Tiered support materials, tools, or curriculum
How do I get approval for my Effective Innovation?
- Talk to your administrator first. Your Innovation will need to be Evidence-based, Measurable (progress monitoring), Sustainable and doable, Aligned with MTSS (data-driven, tiered, focused on prevention), Implemented with fidelity. Your administrator will bring it to the School Leadership team for review.
- You and/ or the School Leadership team will submit the Selection/ De-Selection of E.I. form.
What happens next?
- The form will go to the DIT for the Innovation and Initiative Review and Review Summary
- You will be contacted by a member of the DIT as to whether it is approved or not (and why). Next steps will be communicated to you during this time.
