Bellerive Bulletin

Dear Bellerive Families,

Spirit Days, Walk to School, Author Visit, Pep Rally…we crammed a lot of fun into just four days last week! It’s truly inspiring to see the energy and enthusiasm of our school community come together to create these memorable experiences for our kids.

We are also incredibly grateful for all the contributions to the PTO’s Champions for Children Fundraiser. Thanks to your generosity, we surpassed our $7,000 goal, raising a grand total of $7,150! As a result, every class has earned an extra recess, which will be scheduled between now and November 1. The students are excited, and we couldn’t have done it without your support!

This week marks the end of the 1st quarter, and the year is flying by. Don’t forget, we’ll have a half-day early dismissal this Friday at 1:05 pm. Students will also be viewing the Talent Day submissions on Friday, and if your child wants to participate, submissions are due by Wednesday.

Lastly, it’s time to start thinking about Student-Led Conferences, scheduled for the week of November 11th. The sign-up for conferences will be emailed to you this Thursday.

I hope you were able to get outside and enjoy the beautiful weekend!

In Partnership,

Joey Kneer

Monday, October 21

• Before-School Clubs Begin this week
• Student Flu Shot Clinic

Wednesday, October 23

• Talent Day Submissions Due
• 5th Gr. Choir Club Field Trip
• Parkway North High's Track or Treat: 6 to 8 pm

Thursday, October 24

• Conference Sign-Ups emailed to parents
• All-District Choir Concert (5th Gr. Choir Club): 7: 30 pm, Family Arena

Friday, October 25

• Talent Sharing Day (during class)
• End of First Quarter
• Half-Day Dismissal: 1:05 pm

We are excited about the upcoming Talent Day. We would love for every child to participate by sharing a picture or video of their talent. Submissions are due Wednesday, October 23!

Students will participate in the “Parkway Votes” mock election during the week of October 28th. You received an email with more information from the district on October 15.

Parkway Votes is an opportunity for students to learn about the democratic process, understand the importance of lifelong voting habits, and increase communication with their families about the value of civic engagement. Families are encouraged to talk with their children about their values around voting.

At our school, students will have the opportunity to practice voting.

• Kindergarten - Grade 2: Which of these is your favorite national monument? Students will vote for the Statue of Liberty, Gateway Arch, Washington Monument, or the Grand Canyon.

• Grade 3 - Grade 5 will vote for the President of the United States.

While we believe students should have the opportunity to vote, we respect that you may prefer for your child not to participate. If you do not want your child to participate, please complete this opt-out form by October 23.

Schoolwide election results will be made public in a summary format. School-specific results will only be shared within classrooms under teacher direction to ensure an educational focus. Individual votes will remain anonymous.

The PTO is sponsoring Oh My Gosh Josh as the entertainer for our Fall Parties on Thursday, October 31. If you do not wish for your child to attend the assembly, please email Dr. Kneer.

From his website:

Oh My Gosh Josh is a nationally recognized entertainer and the founder of Circus Kaput. As well as being an exceptional physical comedian OMG Josh is an accomplished magician, juggler, sideshow performer and acrobat. He has performed in a wide variety of capacities including TV commercials, Ripley's Believe it or Not, the Smithsonian, The New Pickle Circus, The St. Louis Shakespeare Festival, the World Series, for state Governors and even met the President of the United States!

The Nutrition Services department asks you to take 5-10 minutes to complete a brief survey. Your thoughtful responses will be carefully considered, so please take the time to provide

detailed feedback. For the survey, please click here.

Nationwide, cyberbullying and teen self harm/suicide are on the rise. The increased access that today's youth have to technology and social media opens the door to this behavior as both the victim and the cause. As parents, it is admittedly difficult to navigate this topic with your child(ren). To help you learn more about this topic and receive tips that can support you at home, the Parkway School District has established a parent event to address this topic. Tina Meier, of the Megan Meier Foundation, will be conducting a presentation at West Middle School on October 29th at 6:30pm. Mrs. Meier will share the the story of her daughter, Megan, along with the devastating effects of bullying, cyberbullying, and suicide. This powerful message will be followed by an audience Q&A that will allow the participants to seek advice and ask questions that could prove to be a powerful experience for all in attendance. For more information, please check out the attached flyer and, if interested in attending, please click here to kindly RSVP.

It is that time again to prepare to get out, get moving, and support North High's Day Of Service. North High will host its 2nd annual North High Stride For Service 1 mile, 5K, and 10k Walk/Run Fundraiser. All proceeds will support the North High Day of Service/Special Olympics on April 10.

If you are able, please show your support by participating on this day. Administrators, coaches, sponsors, etc., please come out for this worthwhile event and encourage your groups to participate as well. REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN!! Share the sign up information below with any and everyone you know.

For Registration Click here

3rd Grade Field trip to Powder Valley: Wednesday, October 30, 9:30 am - 2 pm

Fall Party Parade: Thursday, October 31, 2:00 - 2:20 pm

North High Craft Fair: November 2, 10 am - 4 pm

"The Wild Robot" Viewing Party: November 2, 4:30 - 6:30 pm

North High Craft Fair: November 3, 10 am - 3 pm

Daylight Saving Time Ends: November 3

Veterans Day Photos Due: November 4

No School (Election Day): November 5

Book Fair: November 9 - 14

Book Fair Weekend Shopping and City2 Street Team Visit: November 9, 8:00 - 11:00 am

Parent Conference Week: November 11 - 15

No Before School Clubs: November 11 - 15

Veterans Day Assembly: November 11, 9:30 - 10:30 am

Early Release Dismissal : November 13, 2.00 pm

Parent Conference Night: November 14, 4:15 - 8 pm

Book Fair Shopping: November 14, 4:30 - 7:30 pm

North Area Strings Day (5th Gr.) at Northeast Middle: November 16, 9 am - Noon