Bellerive Bulletin

We need your help preparing for the upcoming 2026-2027 school year. Our staffing is dependent on student numbers. In order for us to plan for the next school year, it is important that we have accurate information on who will/will not be returning to Bellerive.

We ask that you complete a SEPARATE FORM for EACH CHILD in your household to help us with our records and planning.

We request that these be submitted no later than Monday, April 13. Thank you for your help!

We are beginning to develop our class lists for next school year, and we strive to create a balanced classroom environment for our students. Please know this is a challenging process that involves multiple variables. When planning, we take into consideration students' academic needs, learning styles, peer relationships, gender, ethnicity, social-emotional needs, and much more.

Your input on how your child learns is important to our decisions on class placement. Please take a moment to fill out this survey for your child. We know you know your child best! We ask that you complete a SEPARATE FORM for EACH CHILD in your family.

If you choose, you may share other factors you would like us to consider during class placement. We will not be honoring specific teacher requests, so please do not submit a teacher request on this form.

Your child's current classroom teacher, specials teachers, other specialists, counselors, and administrators will review the input you submit and work together to create the most balanced classes we can in order to best support the learning and growth of all students.

Thank you so much for your input. Responses are due by Monday, April 13, 2026.

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Tuesday, April 7

• No School (Professional Development)

Wednesday, April 8

• 2nd Gr. Field Trip: 9:15 am - 12:30 pm

Thursday, April 9

• 3rd Gr. Vocal and Strings Concert: 7:00 - 8:00 pm

Friday, April 10

• 1st Gr. Field Trip: 9:15 am - 1:15 pm

Saturday, April 11

• North High's NHS Free Car Wash: 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
• PTO Clean the Campus Day: 9:00 - 11:00 am

The Bellerive Spring Spiritwear Sale is kicking off today, April 6! This year you have two ways to order:

1. Fill out and send in the paper order form that will be sent home with your child this week.
2. Order your Spiritwear online at https://bellerive26.itemorder.com/

Please share this information with any family or friends you think would like to help support Bellerive Elementary and show their Bellerive Spirit. The sale will only be open through April 17, so don’t wait, order TODAY.

Click here to join the PTO online meeting!

At Bellerive Elementary between April 28 and May 8, students in grades 3-5 will participate in Missouri Assessment Program (MAP) tests in English Language Arts and Mathematics. Students in 5th grade will also participate in MAP Science testing. Information from the MAP gives students’ parents and teachers an important measure of each child’s learning. It also helps your child’s school make sure children are receiving a high-quality education.

While specific information about test dates and schedules are provided by your child’s school, below is some general information for you about this year’s testing and how it is different from previous years:

How is the test set up?

As with many other assessments in Parkway, students take the MAP test on computers. Many students began taking online assessments in Parkway several years ago. Tests taken online often have more interactive and engaging test questions.

When will we receive results and how are they used?

Parents will receive individual student results for ELA and Math prior to the beginning of the following school year. Individual student scores are one piece of information to go along with all the other things teachers and parents know about each child. Overall results are used by your child’s school and district to identify areas of strength and need within Parkway’s curriculum and to make sure we are providing the best possible education for each child.

How can I help ensure my child is prepared to take the test?

The MAP tests address learning that has taken place throughout the year, so the most helpful things you can do as a parent are making sure your child is well-rested, well-nourished, and is present during testing times. Your child’s teacher(s) may also have specific test-taking tips or activities to assist students in feeling prepared.

Whom can I contact if I have questions?

Depending on your question, your child’s teacher, counselor, or principal may best be able to assist you. You may also feel free to contact Parkway’s assessment coordinator, Carter Snow, by e-mail (csnow@parkwayschools.net) or phone (314.415.7047).

The STUCO students at Parkway South High School have organized a community-wide Color Run for the past 6 years. All proceeds are donated to the Make A Wish Foundation. Registration is open to all students and families in Parkway School District until Wednesday, April 15, 2026. For more information click here.

Click here to visit the Book Fair website and set up your eWallet!

Click here to RSVP!

Parkway is beginning a series of Community Conversations to help parents and residents better understand our budget pressures and to discuss how to create a sustainable future for our students.

These are important conversations. All parents, staff, and community members are encouraged to attend any or all of the Community Conversations. The second two will build upon the first two:

• April 27 – North High – 6:00-7:30 p.m.
• April 30 – Central High – 6:00-7:30 p.m.

Learn more at InvestedinParkway.net

Week of April 13

Book Fair: April 13 - April 16

PTO Spring All-School Meeting (Virtual): April 13, 7:30 - 8:30 pm

Leadership Day!: April 15

Half Day--1:05 pm Dismissal at Bellerive (Professional Development): April 15

PTO Family Picnic & Book Fair Shopping: April 15, 4:30 - 6:00 pm

Leadership Day Family Event: April 15, 4:30 - 6:00 pm

Board of Education Organizational Meeting: April 15, 6:30 - 7:00 pm, Parkway Welcome Center

Board of Education Regular Meeting: April 15, 7:00 pm, Parkway Welcome Center

Hats on Day for Friends of Kids with Cancer: Friday, April 17

Week of April 20

5th Gr. Field Trip to JA Biz Town: April 22, 9:15 am - 2:00 pm

Parkway Spring VICC Family Engagement Event: Thursday, April 23, 6:00 - 8:00 pm, Magic House

Walk to School Day: April 24, 8:30 am - 9:15 am

Board of Education Workshop: April 25, 8:00 am - 2:00 pm

All-District Art Show: April 25 - April 26, 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Week of April 27

MAP Testing: Apr 27 - May 1

Equations Team (4/5th Gr. Only) Field Trip: April 27

Parkway Community Conversations: April 27, 6:00 - 7:30 pm, Parkway North High School

Kdg Field Trip: April 30

Project Lit Book Club: April 30, 7:00 - 8:00 pm, Town & Country