Bellerive Bulletin
October 25, 2026
Dear Bellerive Families,
It was wonderful seeing so many of our families at Parkway North’s Track or Treat last Wednesday. Dr. Butler and I enjoyed joining in the fun and seeing everyone’s costumes!
We have a fun week planned at Bellerive! This week, students can participate in our Fall Spirit Week. Be sure to review the daily themes below. We will wrap up the week with our fall party assembly on Friday afternoon. The World Bird Sanctuary will bring live birds to Bellerive for All About Owls, a fun and entertaining presentation that will give students an up-close look at these amazing animals. This experience is made possible through the support of our PTO. Thank you, PTO!
Please remember that students are not wearing Halloween costumes to school. We look forward to celebrating this fun time of year together through Spirit Week and Friday’s special assembly!
In Partnership,
Dr. Joey Kneer
WEEKLY OVERVIEW
Monday, October 26
- Spirit Day: Wear red, green, yellow, or clothes with apples
Tuesday, October 27
- Spirit Day: Anything But a Backpack Day
Wednesday, October 28
- School Smiles (Dental Care Access Program)
- Spirit Day: Wear football-themed clothes, jerseys, or flannels
Thursday, October 29
- Spirit Day: Wear comfy clothes, pajamas, sweatshirts, or cozy socks
Friday, October 30
- Spirit Day: Wear bird-themed clothes or Bellerive spiritwear
Monday, November 2
- No School: Fall Break/Teacher Conference Compensation Day
Tuesday, November 3
- No School: Professional Development
THIS WEEK
Fall Spirit Week
Last Week to Support the PTO Fundraiser
PayPal Link (@BellerivePTO)
NEW INFO
Sign Up for Student-led Conferences
It’s almost time for Student-led Conferences at Bellerive! Conferences will take place the week of November 16-20, with our main Conference Night on Thursday, November 19, from 4:15–8:00 pm.
Conferences at Bellerive are student-led, giving students the opportunity to share their learning, goals, and progress directly with their families. Since conferences are student-led, please make sure your child can attend as well.
Please use the link below to select a time that works best for your family.
https://ptcfast.com/schools/Bellerive
Additional Details:
Conferences may be in-person or virtual throughout the week. Conferences on Thursday evening are reserved for in-person only.
Specials teachers (Art, Music, PE, Strings, Library), Intervention Teachers, Counselors, and most Special Educators are available for individual or drop-in meetings. Please email them directly to schedule.
If no available times fit your schedule, please reach out to your child’s teacher to arrange an alternate time.
Our goal is 100% family participation because strong partnerships between home and school help every Bellerive student thrive.
Bellerive Buzz Book
Here is the latest update of the Bellerive Buzz Book. This is shared so you can connect with other Bellerive families. Please remember this is for internal purposes only and should not be shared or used for marketing purposes. Enjoy connecting with one another!
Student Wellness Program for 5th Grade Students
Please review this document for information about the optional Student Wellness Program and steps to register your child. The program is offered at Bellerive on November 16-18. If you are interested in registering your child, please complete the sign-up by Thursday, November 12. If you have questions, you may contact your child's School Counselor, Svetlana Bigott, via sbigott@parkwayschools.net or 314-415-6058.
PE Newsletter
School Picture Retakes
Absentee/Retake Picture Day is Monday, November 16. Wagner Portrait Group will be at school to photograph any students who were absent on the initial picture day or any student that needs his/her picture retaken.
If you are having a picture taken as a RETAKE, please make sure your student returns his/her package in its entirety, including the package insert sheet, to the photographer on retake day. (Feel free to attach a note to describe what you’d like Wagner to do differently.) Please let your child's classroom teacher know if you are requesting a retake!
If you have questions about ordering pictures, please call Wagner at 314-567-5900.
REMINDERS
PTO's Spiritwear Store is Open!
Photos Requested for Veterans Day
Click here for a direct link to submit photos.
Please resubmit any pictures you may have submitted in previous years.
Veterans Day Assembly Invitation - RSVPs Requested
On Thursday, November 12, 2026, at 9:30 am, Bellerive students will attend an assembly about Veterans Day. The theme of our assembly is “Thank You for Your Service.”
If you or someone in your family is a veteran or currently active in the military, we would like to invite you to be honored as our guest. Veterans and active military will have a special seat at this assembly. We would like to honor you and give you our thanks. Due to space constraints, we are limiting guests to veterans and immediate family members.
Any veteran or active military personnel who would like to attend should complete this Google form (click this link or use the QR code) by Thursday, November 5.
If you have any questions, please email Aaron Watson at awatson1@parkwayschools.net.
Culture Night is Next Week!
Five Facts about Prop P
Learn more about Prop P on the November ballot at www.parkwayschools.net/Prop-P.
Parkway's 415-SAFE Tip Line
Keeping our schools safe is a shared responsibility. Students, families, and community members can confidentially report safety or security concerns through Parkway’s online Safety Tip Line or by calling 314-415-SAFE (7233).
Both options are available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. The phone line goes directly to voicemail, and reports are reviewed by Parkway’s security department. For an emergency requiring immediate assistance, always call 911.
Library Resource Shared by Mrs. Zahnweh:
Literacy Leap is a new online learning tool available through the St. Louis County Library that makes it easy to work directly with your child on phonics and reading skills. No teaching experience is required. Guide your child through personalized 20-minute lessons, with built-in videos and teaching scripts to help you support your child's learning. This learning tool is recommended for ages kindergarten through fourth grade. Learn how to use Literacy Leap at this upcoming virtual workshop on Wednesday, October 28 at 6:30 pm.
LOOKING AHEAD
Week of November 2
Monday, November 2
- No School (Fall Break/Teacher Conference Compensation Day)
Tuesday, November 3
- No School (Professional Development)
Wednesday, November 4
- DHH Special Olympics Field Trip (Bocce)
Thursday, November 5
- Veterans Day Photos & RSVPs Due
- PTO Spiritwear Sales End
- Culture Night: 6:00 - 7:30 pm
Friday, November 6
- Habits at Home Due (Habit 2)
Week of November 9
Monday, November 9
- 2nd Grade Field Trip
- PTO All-School Meeting: 7:30 - 8:30 pm, Virtual
Wednesday, November 11
- Half Day–1:05 pm Dismissal at Bellerive (Professional Development)
Thursday, November 12
- Veterans Day Assembly: 9:30 - 10:30 am
- Parkway PACCD Meeting: 6:30 - 8:00 pm, Parkway Welcome Center
Saturday, November 14
- Book Fair Weekend Shopping: 9:00 - 11:00 am
Week of November 16
- No Before School Clubs this Week
- Book Fair Shopping this Week
- Student-led Conference Week
Monday, November 16
- Picture Retake Day & Yearbook Candid Photos
- Adolescence 101, Session 2: The Growing Brain: 6:00 - 7:30 pm, Parkway Northeast Middle School
Thursday, November 19
- Book Fair Evening Shopping: 4:15 - 8:00 pm
- Student-led Conferences: 4:15 - 8:00 pm