Bellerive Bulletin
April 12, 2026
Dear Bellerive Families,
Our campus is looking great thanks to all the staff and families who participated in Saturday's Clean the Campus event! We appreciate everyone who attended and want to thank the PTO for organizing the day and donating the materials and supplies!
Tomorrow, Monday, April 13, is the deadline to complete the Returning to Bellerive Form and submit Class Placement Input.
Field Day is around the corner, and we are excited to once again welcome parent/guardian volunteers to this fun event. We are in need of parents/guardians (who are approved Parkway volunteers) to help run the Field Day stations. Please see the sign-up below!
We hope to see you on Wednesday for Leadership Night plus the PTO's End-of-Year Picnic and the Book Fair! As a proud Lighthouse School where we uphold the 7 Habits and show that all students are leaders, this is one of our most important events. Please join us--all the details are below!
In partnership,
Joey Kneer
WEDNESDAY EVENING EVENTS
All Events: 4:30 - 6:00 pm
*Wednesday is a half-day with dismissal at 1:05 pm.*
1. Leadership Night
Join us on Wednesday for our biggest family event of the year!
We will showcase our students as leaders. This is an open-house style event from 4:30 - 6:00 pm for you to see our leaders shine and their hard work this year. We hope you plan to attend!
2. PTO's End-of-Year Picnic
3. Spring Book Fair
Direct Link:
Click here to visit the Book Fair website and set up your eWallet!
Shopping also takes place during the school day this week, so don't wait to set up your child's eWallet!
ACTION ITEMS--DUE MONDAY
1. Returning to Bellerive Form
Is your child returning to Bellerive for the 2026-2027 school year?
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!
2. Class Placement Input
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.
THIS WEEK
Weekly Overview
Monday - Thursday
- Book Fair
Monday, April 13
- PTO Spring All-School Meeting: 7:30 - 8:30 pm, Virtual
Wednesday, April 15
- Leadership Day!
- Half Day--1:05 pm Dismissal at Bellerive (Professional Development)
- Leadership Day Family Event, PTO Family Picnic & Book Fair Shopping: 4:30 - 6:00 pm
- Board of Education Organizational Meeting: 6:30 - 7:00 pm, Parkway Welcome Center
- Board of Education Regular Meeting: 7:00 pm, Parkway Welcome Center
Friday, April 17
- Hats on Day for Friends of Kids with Cancer
PTO All-School Meeting on Monday
Half-Day on Wednesday
Schoolwide Hat Day on Friday
Bellerive Spiritwear Sale Ends on Friday
The Bellerive Spring Spiritwear Sale is kicking off today, April 6! This year you have two ways to order:
- Fill out and send in the paper order form that will be sent home with your child this week.
- 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.
NEW INFO
PE Newsletter
Nurse Newsletter
Click here for the April Nurse Newsletter.
Updated Bellerive Buzz Book
Click here for the latest update of the Bellerive Buzz Book. Please remember this is for internal purposes only and should not be shared or used for marketing purposes. Enjoy connecting with one another!
Spring Walk to School Day
Volunteers Needed for Field Day
Click here for a direct link to sign up!
Step Team Tryouts
The Parkway District Step Team is a great opportunity for students to get involved, build confidence, and be part of a team. Please see the information below about tryouts! Transportation will be provided for our VICC students, and additional details will be shared soon.
Current 2nd-4th Graders
The Parkway District Step Team is forming an elementary district team and looking for our next group of step stars! Tryouts will take place May 1–3 and are open to 2026-27 3rd–5th grade students (current 2nd-4th graders) interested in joining the step team.
Current 5th Graders
Fifth graders will try out for the middle school team. Tryouts will also take place May 1–3.
Click here for a direct link to sign up for tryouts!
Watch a Step Team Competition
Students, families, and staff are invited to attend Watch the Throne, the Parkway School District Step Team's annual step competition. Teams from across the country come together to compete for prizes and bragging rights—it’s an exciting, high-energy event that students and families will love.
Click here for a direct link to purchase tickets!
REMINDERS
MAP Testing Parent Information
Grades 3-5
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).
Girl Scouts Information Event
PSH Color Run
Registration Ends on Wednesday
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.
Parkway Community Conversations
Protecting What Matters Most for Our School
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 pm
- April 30 – Central High – 6:00 - 7:30 pm
Learn more at InvestedinParkway.net
UPCOMING EVENTS
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
3rd Gr. MAP Testing: May 1
Week of May 4
National Teacher Appreciation Week: May 4 - May 8
3rd Gr. MAP Testing: May 4 - May 5
5th Gr. MAP Testing: May 6 - May 8
DHH Special Olympics Field Trip (Track and Field): May 6
