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4.10.26

4.10.26
4.10.26
26-27 School Calendar
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Date: Jr/Sr High Open House for Incoming 5th & 6th Grade Students

To all 5th and 6th grade families,


The Jr/Sr High School will be hosting an Open House for all incoming students and their families on Thursday, April 16th from 6:00–7:00 PM. Please feel free to arrive at any time during this window.


Please note this is an updated date, changed from the originally scheduled April 9th.


All current 5th and 6th grade students who will be attending the Jr/Sr High building next year are encouraged to come explore the school. During the Open House, families will have the opportunity to:

  • Tour the building and see classroom locations
  • Meet with Ms. Redmer to discuss class scheduling options
  • Practice opening lockers and using combinations
  • Ask any questions about the transition to Jr/Sr High


If you have any questions, please contact Mr. Brininstool at the Jr/Sr High School. They are hoping to see you there!

GREAT NEWS from around the District GREAT NEWS from around the District

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Elementary:

  • Incoming Kindergartners, join us for our Kindergarten Roundup on April 15th at 4:30 pm. We can't wait to meet and greet our newest Broncos!
  • We enjoyed the PBIS celebration with the inflatable playground, and we are ready to start filling the PBIS wheel again.
  • The 2nd and 3rd grade science fair will be April 29th (projects due April 22). Our judges will be Kinder, 1st, 4th, and 5th graders. We are so excited to see what they present!
  • We have so many field trips planned to expand our learning past our walls. Please make sure to check notices from your child's teacher for upcoming and past events.

Jr/Sr:

  • The Jr/Sr High School building will be hosting an Open House for all incoming students and families on Thursday, April 16th from 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm.
  • Our Juniors will be taking the SAT next week on Tuesday, April 14th while our 8th, 9th, and 10th graders will all be taking the PSAT on the same day. The Seniors will have Tuesday, April 14th off while everyone else is testing, and the 7th graders will be taking a field trip to look at some careers in Aviation.
  • Congrats to our March is Music Month poster contest winners! First place: Jayda Amsink & Braxton Steele; Second place: McKenzie Wetherill & Carly Everett
  • We’re kicking off a NEW attendance CHALLENGE! Our goal is to celebrate as many students as possible. This last quarter is critical for student success, and we need your help—check out the flyer below!
  • March Madness brought some friendly competition to the Jr/Sr High! Jaxson LaPoint took the win in the Men’s Bracket, correctly picking Michigan as National Champions, while Mr. Brininstool claimed victory in the Women’s Bracket—being the only one to choose UCLA to win it all! It was a fun, free competition that brought students and staff together—bragging rights included!

  • Bellevue's youth cheer program has been invited to cheer with the Battle Jack's baseball team on Tuesday, July 21st. This includes the youth program, Jr. High program, and Varsity program. If you have any questions, please reach out to Erica Jeffery at bellevueyouthcheer@gmail.com.


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  • We are excited that we will be participating in the 2nd Annual County-wide PD where almost 1500 public school teachers will participate in collaboration and learning hosted at Harper Creek while our para-educators will participate in collaboration and learning hosted at Lakeview. Our Paras will even have the voluntary opportunity to expand their learning after the training with a virtual 5 hour session that will earn them a $100 stipend after completion!
  • 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: Jennifer Collins!

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"Unsung Hero" Nominations

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.

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Superintendent Message

As we wrap up our first week back from Spring Break, I just want to take a moment to say how great it’s been to see everyone back in action. There’s a renewed energy in our classrooms, hallways, and across our entire district.

To our staff, thank you for jumping right back in and continuing to support, challenge, and inspire our students each day. Your commitment does not go unnoticed. To our students and families, we appreciate your effort in getting back into routines and staying focused as we head into an important stretch of the school year.

With state testing beginning this month, we’re entering a time where consistency, encouragement, and teamwork really matter. Let’s keep building on this positive momentum. We’re in this together, and there’s a lot to be proud of as we move forward.

Have a great weekend, and let’s keep it going next week!



Standards vs Rules

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

Bellevue Schools Spectator Guidelines 2025-2026

Upcoming events

4/13/26
  • Girls Varsity Softball @ Tekonsha, 5:00PM
  • Boys Varsity Baseball @ Tekonsha, 5:00PM
4/14/26
  • CoEd JH Track @ Colon, 4:30PM
4/15/26
  • CoEd Varsity Track @ Pittsford, 4:30PM
4/16/26
  • Boys Varsity Baseball @ Climax-Scotts, 5:00PM
  • Girls Varsity Softball @ Climax-Scotts, 5:00PM
4/17/26
  • Half Day (PM) CACC
  • CoEd Varsity Track AT HOME, 2:30PM

Tiered Tidbits: MTSS Spotlight 📈 Tiered Tidbits: MTSS Spotlight 📈

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Feedback from staff about Professional Development is essential to our MTSS work. Your input helps us understand what learning experiences are most effective and what areas need more support. This feedback directly informs how we design and tailor PD within our Continuous Improvement Plan, ensuring that every session equips staff with the right tools to help all students succeed. By sharing your thoughts, you help us create meaningful, targeted professional learning that drives positive outcomes for our students.

Professional Development opportunities

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

  • Crisis Team Leaders/CISM School Specialists Meetings Spring Meeting, 5/5, 9:00-11:00, KRESA
  • Ed Tech Connections, 5/5, 12:30-2:30, Calhoun ISD
  • 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


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

Design Thinking - April 7th

Computational Thinking - April 22nd

Interactives - May 6th


AI Webinars:

  • April 14: Transformative Teaching with AI: Enhancing Instructional Practices & Efficiency

  • April 28: Learning with AI: Revolutionizing Assessment & Cultivating Student AI Literacy


Webinars run from 4:00 - 5:30 pm, and are interactive online sessions focused on practical strategies you can use right away.

NEW PROCESS-PD REQUESTS

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)
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