5.1.26

This week, we are overflowing with gratitude as we celebrate Administrative Professionals Day, Bus School Driver Appreciation Day, and School Principals' Day!

It takes a village to foster a great learning environment, and these individuals are the heartbeat of our community. While much of their essential work happens behind the scenes, their dedication is the foundation of our success.

While much of their work happens behind the scenes, their presence is felt in every corner of our community. From the first "hello" in the morning on the bus to the tireless coordination in the front office, these dedicated professionals ensure our days run smoothly and our students stay safe.

They may be behind the scenes, but they are never forgotten. Their impact is truly immeasurable.

Elementary:

• Our 4th graders will be traveling to Greenfield Village on 5/1. Thank you to Mrs. Rose and Ms. Hall for organizing this opportunity for our students.
• Mrs. Lorenz’s and Ms. Demski’s kindergarten classes will be taking a field trip to Binder Park Zoo in Battle Creek on Friday, May 29th.
• We had so much fun during the Science Fair. Thank you to everyone who supported, judged, and participated!
• A big thank you to our two amazing LRE aides, Thomas and Kayin! Your flexibility and willingness to step in each day, ready to support wherever needed in the building, are truly appreciated.

Jr/Sr:

• Congratulations to Ryleigh G.S. for being selected for induction into the National Society of Leadership and Success (NSLS) through the Baker College. To be nominated, students must maintain a GPA of 3.0 or higher, receive a faculty recommendation, and demonstrate meaningful leadership qualities. Ryleigh’s accomplishment in her dual enrollment at Baker Collee reflects her hard work, dedication, and commitment to excellence—an outstanding example of representing the Bellevue community with pride.
  
• Congratulations to Bentley F. for being selected as the Pay it Forward initiate though the EV Effect, a local Eaton County nonprofit! https://www.eveffect.org/
• Parents, if you are able, please complete the PBIS Parent Feedback and Input Survey.
• Our high school music appreciation class just completed a twentieth century timeline project of emerging genres of music. Students use creative ideas to produce the timelines and place them around school!

District:

• 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: JoyAnne!
  
  

As we wrap up another great week, I want to take a moment to thank our entire community for the energy and effort you bring each day. It’s been exciting to see the continued growth in our classrooms, the support shown to one another, and the pride our students are demonstrating in their work and activities.

With the first week of May right around the corner, we are entering a meaningful stretch of the school year. This time brings important opportunities to finish strong. It’s a chance for all of us students and staff alike to stay focused and support one another.

To our staff, thank you for your dedication and the positive impact you make every single day. To our families and community, your ongoing support plays a huge role in our success, and we appreciate your partnership.

Let’s make the start of May a strong one.

Standards vs Rules

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

5/4/26

• Varsity Softball AT HOME, 4:00PM
• Varsity Baseball AT HOME, 4:00PM

5/5/26

• Varsity Track @ Hillsdale Academy, 3:30PM

5/6/26

• JH Track @ Climax-Scotts, 4:30PM

5/7/26

• Varsity Softball AT HOME, 4:00PM
• Varsity Baseball AT HOME, 4:00PM

5/8/26

• Varsity Track @ Concord, 4:00PM

5/9/26

• Varsity Baseball Double Header AT HOME, 10:00AM
• Varsity Softball Double Header AT HOME, 10:00AM

Attendance remains a key focus in our MTSS work, as consistent attendance is closely tied to academic success. Through intentional incentives and building-wide efforts, we are seeing steady improvement across each 6-week data pull compared to last year. Our teams continue to reinforce positive attendance habits while celebrating student and staff commitment, helping create the conditions for stronger engagement and learning outcomes.

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

• RenewED Conference 2026 @ CACC- Save the Date & Be a Speaker- August 4, 2026

May Professional Development

• CPI Refresher Training, 5/8, 8:00-12:00, Calhoun Area Career Center
• Intentional Interactions: Courageous Conversations, 5/8, 8:30-3:30, Calhoun ISD
• PLA Leadership Academy (EDLD 6300) Data-Informed Decision-Making, 5/12, 5/26, 6/9, Calhoun ISD, 5/19, 6/2, 6/16, Virtual
• Roper Romp and Friends Scholarship Fundraiser, 5/16, 12:30-4:30, Handmap Brewing

June Professional Development

• CPI Refresher Training, 6/1, 8:00-12:00, Calhoun Area Career Center
• Add+VantageMR Course 1, 6/8-6/11, 8:30-3:30, Bellevue Elementary School
• SWMSA: Connections and Collaborations Workshop, 6/10, 8:00-3:30, Western Michigan University
• Understanding Dyslexia: The Science Behind Reading-Summer Series, 6/16-6/18, 8:30-3:00

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)

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.