12.19.25
Elementary:
- Enjoy a special Christmas musical treat straight from Mrs. Baxter's class! Click the link!
- Our second and third grade students recently took time to write heartfelt letters to service members overseas. This meaningful activity helped students practice kindness and patriotism while connecting them to those who serve our country, especially during the holiday season.
- The HS band brought us some holiday musical fun on Wednesday.
Jr/Sr:
Hot off the Press! The student publications class released their second edition last week. Feel free to check it out if you missed it. You will not be disappointed!
In case you haven't heard yet, band received a gracious donation from a Bellevue Alumni, Kathryn Hollister. Not only was this a enormous surprise, but it truly is going to provide so many opportunities for our band students. Thank you just doesn't feel like enough. We can't wait to share how the donation will be impacting the lives of our music department.
On Tuesday and Wednesday, the band spread holiday cheer in both buildings playing carols through the halls.
- MERRY CHRISTMAS and HAPPY HOLIDAYS from Bellevue Community schools. We wish you a happy, healthy, and fun winter break.
- We want to recognize the 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: Mike DeRyder and Chris Sedlar!
As we head into the two-week holiday break, thank you.
This time of year always feels busy, but it’s also a good reminder of how special our Bellevue community is. The entire staff, from administrators and teachers to paraprofessionals, interventionists, bus drivers, and food service staff, continues to show up for kids every single day with care and patience. That doesn’t go unnoticed.
To our families and community members, thank you for your continued support, partnership, and trust in our schools.
This holiday break gives everyone a chance to slow down, spend time with the people who matter most, and recharge. Whether you’re traveling, celebrating traditions, or just enjoying some quiet time at home, have a great holiday break.
We’ll come back in the new year ready to finish strong, but for now, enjoy the break. On behalf of the entire district, I wish you a safe, relaxing, and happy holiday season.
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.
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