BG eNews

SEPTEMBER

9/4 - Institute Day (NO SCHOOL)

9/7 - Labor Day Holiday (NO SCHOOL)

9/10 - We run a Monday schedule on Thursday, 9/10

9/17 - Bring $1 to support Kick-A-Thon and wear a hat
9/18 - PTO Fun Run (check for details in the PTO newsletter)

9/24 - Bring $1 to support Kick-A-Thon and wear pajamas

9/30 - Elementary School Early 2:35 Dismissal

OCTOBER

10/8 - Parent/Teacher Conferences (NO SCHOOL)

10/9 - Parent/Teacher Conferences (NO SCHOOL)

10/12 - Columbus Day Holiday (NO SCHOOL)

10/26 - PTO Meeting 2:00 PM

10/28 - Elementary School Early 2:35 Dismissal

We practiced our safety drills today, 9/3. Please talk with your child about their experience with these important drills.

The PTO has a new newsletter! If you would like to be added, please email the PTO at bgeblast@gmail.com

Our lost & found is conveniently located in the lunch room where every student has a daily opportunity to look for lost items. Please encourage your child to check for misplaced items. Don't forget to label as much as possible. We regularly donate unclaimed items.

Please call the office when you are 5 minutes away and we will have your child ready and waiting for you at the office. You will have to press the buzzer to come inside the vestibule to sign them out on our iPad. 331-228-2100.

When will pictures be sent home?

Expect prepaid picture packages from 8/17 to be sent home with your child in mid September.

What if I want my child to have their picture retaken on 10/26 after seeing the photo from 8/17?

Click here to add their name to the retake list.

I forgot to prepay, can I still order?

Yes, but expect to pay a shipping fee.

Click here to order & ENTER CODE 0497CD

My child was absent on picture day, when are retakes?

10/26/26

Click here to add their name to the retake list.

Have questions?

Click here to contact our photo company directly.

*Calendars may be revised. Take note of approval and revision dates.

Mr. Trevor Huisinga - Assistant Principal

Website: bellgraham.d303.org
Location: 4N505 Fox Mill Blvd St. Charles, IL 60175
Phone: 331-228-2100
Facebook: facebook.com/BellGrahamElementary

The St. Charles Community Unit School District 303 Board of Education voted on August 10, 2026, to place a ballot initiative on the November 3 ballot asking the community whether the District should issue bonds to fund maintenance needs and educational facility improvements. Read the full press release here.

In D303, we value the opportunity to provide a community of care and support to our families, especially those faced with financial hardship.

If your family is currently experiencing a significant financial need, our community partnerships have several supports available for families including: school clothes/shoes, winter coats/accessories, school supplies, toiletries, holiday meals, and/or holiday gifts. If you would like to be considered for any of these supports, please complete Family Resource Form by September 11, 2026.

En D303, valoramos la oportunidad de proveer una comunidad de cuidado y apoyo a nuestras familias, especialmente a aquellas que enfrentan dificultades financieras.

Si su familia está experimentando actualmente una necesidad financiera significativa, nuestras asociaciones comunitarias tienen varios apoyos disponibles para las familias, incluyendo: ropa/calzado para la escuela, abrigos/accesorios de invierno, materiales escolares, artículos de aseo personal, comidas para los días festivos, y/o regalos para navidad. Si desea que se le tenga en cuenta para cualquiera de estas ayudas, por favor, rellene este formulario. Para ser considerado, es fundamental que complete esta encuesta a más tardar el viernes 11 de septiembre.