2.20.26

• The district refinanced older bonds to take advantage of lower interest rates, replacing debt that cost about 5% interest with new bonds costing about 2.93%, while still paying everything off by 2037.
• After costs, the refinancing will save the district about $1.65 million in interest, equal to $1.39 million in today’s dollars (about 11% of the refinanced amount).
• The refinancing also allows the district to pay off its School Bond Loan Fund loan one year earlier, avoiding an estimated $349,000 in additional interest.
• In total, the district is projected to save about $2 million, with no increase to the bond millage rate, and increased future bonding capacity

Elementary:

• Our Literacy Night is scheduled for February 24th! We will have fun literacy activities from 4:30-6pm. Students will receive a book and get the author, Brad Herzog, to sign it. Join us!
• All things literacy happening in March. The calendar will let you know all of the fun opportunities we have planned.

Jr/Sr:

• CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR WRESTLERS! Ryann Goodrich captured 1st place at the Girls Wrestling Districts, earning her spot at the Regional Tournament in Jackson on February 22nd. Emily Murphy also delivered an outstanding performance, finishing 3rd and securing her place at Regionals as well. Jack Terpening earned 1st place at Districts last weekend, and Hunter Roush secured a 4th place finish. Both athletes have qualified to advance to Regionals at Martin on February 21st.

• Thank you to the parents who were able to attend our meeting for our 10th graders on February 19th to discuss potential pathways for your student. If you were not able to attend, please feel free to reach out.

• Please consider joining us for the Career Symposium to share your career with our students in grades 7-12 happening on March 23rd from 8:30-11:00am. Please contact lredmer@bellevue-schools.com to sign up.

District:

• Our staff was able to attend Professional Learning on 2.18.26. We hope it was meaningful, helpful, and valuable. Staff, please complete the PD Feedback survey to help guide next steps.
• 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: Erica Jeffery !
  
  

At Bellevue Community Schools, we believe that it takes a village, OUR VILLAGE, to create a positive, supportive, and thriving learning environment. Our Unsung Hero recognition celebrates the individuals who quietly go above and beyond—often without seeking attention or praise. These heroes can be parents, students, staff members, community partners, or any individual who helps make BCS a great place to learn, achieve, and succeed. We invite you to nominate someone whose dedication, kindness, and commitment make a meaningful impact on our school community.

~Please consider completing the SIMPLE 3 question Unsung Hero survey to nominate someone special.

What a great week across our district. You can feel the momentum, strong instruction in classrooms, students staying engaged, staff supporting one another, and families continuing to show up for our kids. That kind of consistency doesn’t happen by accident. It happens because of the people in this community.

We’re officially five weeks away from spring break. This stretch between now and then is important. It’s where focus, effort, and daily habits really make a difference. Let’s keep pushing forward, supporting our students, and helping them finish this part of the year strong.

To our staff, thank you for the energy and care you bring every single day. To our families, thank you for your partnership and encouragement at home. And to our students, keep showing up, working hard, and taking pride in your growth.

Standards vs Rules

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

2/23/26

• No BCAMSC
• Boys Varsity Basketball @ Climax-Scotts, 5:30PM (Districts vs. Calhoun Christian)
• Board of Education Regular Meeting, 6:30PM

2/24/26

• Girls Varsity Basketball AT HOME, 7:00 PM (vs. Jackson Christian)

2/26/26

• Girls Varsity Basketball @ Maple Valley, 7:00PM

As part of our Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS) framework, we are committed to continuous improvement and ensuring that our professional learning directly supports staff and student success. The 2.18.26 PD Feedback Survey provides valuable insight into what is working well, what adjustments may be needed, and how effectively our professional development aligns with our MTSS goals and building priorities.

Staff feedback helps us evaluate implementation fidelity, identify next steps, and plan meaningful learning opportunities that strengthen Tier 1 instruction and overall systems of support. Thank you for taking the time to share your input and help guide our ongoing improvement efforts.

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

• Ed Tech Connect, Multiple Dates
• Data Science Boot camp Opportunity - Application
• RenewED Conference 2026- Save the Date & Be a Speaker- August 4, 2026

Tech Tools & Teaching Innovation: Bring Digital Literacy to Life with 21 Things

EduClimber Lunch and Learn- Mar 11 (11am-12pm)

My Digital Life - February 25th

Cyber Smart - March 10th

Data Detectives - March 24th

Design Thinking - April 7th

Computational Thinking - April 22nd

Interactives - May 6th

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)