11/06/2018
Bobo's Fundraiser orders can be picked up in the school cafeteria during parent pick up on Friday, November 9th from 2:30 pm to 4:30 pm. If this time frame does not work for your family, please contact the PTO. Contact information for the PTO can be found on the Belle Valley website.
The 5 Essentials Survey is still open. Thank you to everyone who has already taken the time to fill out the Survey. We still need parents to take the survey. Please consider taking the time to fill it out if you have not already done so. You can find a link to the survey here. >>
5 Essentials Survey
10/29/2018
There is a correction to the Basketball schedule for this week. The 5th and 6th grade boys’ teams will be playing tomorrow, October 30th at Belle Valley vs Emge. The 5th grade game will begin at 4:00pm and the 6th grade game will begin at 5:00pm. Coaches are still holding practice tomorrow morning. Schedule
10/24/2018
It has been brought to our attention by the Belleville East Administration that a student who was walking to school this morning was stopped by a vehicle. The occupants of the vehicle questioned the student and then left the area. The student acted immediately and report the incident to the Belleville Police Department. They are following up appropriately. We would like to remind students to remain vigilant and be aware of their surroundings. Please discuss this incident with your child(ren).
10/15/2018
Due to a lack of volunteers, the PTO sponsored Trunk-or-Treat that was scheduled for this Friday has been cancelled. Repeating Trunk-or-Treat has been cancelled.
Don't forget that the Fall Band and Chorus concert is tonight at 7 p.m. in the Wamser Gymnasium.
Chorus members should be at school by 6:15, 5-8 grade band members by 6:30 and 4th grade band members by 6:45 p.m..
10/9/2018
Tomorrow Wednesday October 10th is an early dismissal day for teacher professional development.
The middle school will dismiss at 1:15pm and the elementary school will dismiss at 1:45pm.
The extended school program will be in session until 6pm.
10/2/2018
SMILE!!
School pictures are tomorrow Wednesday, October 3rd. Students will give their picture order flyers with payment to the photographer when they have their pictures taken.
Even if you are not ordering pictures, student will still have pictures taken for the yearbook.
Looking ahead there will be no school Friday October 5th for a Teacher’s Institute and no school Monday October 8th for Columbus Day.
9/28/2018
On Monday October 1st there will be some changes to the morning pick up times for a few middle school buses.
Bus B 34 first pickup will be 6 minutes later.
Bus C 30 first pickup will be 5 minutes earlier.
Bus E 33 first pickup will be 9 minutes earlier
Bus H 29 first pickup will be 10 minutes earlier.
This is a reminder that cell phone use is prohibited while driving on school property. Thank for your cooperation with this matter.
9/20/2018
We have been informed that Amann Drive at Greenmount road will open tomorrow Friday September 21st. The information we were given only included the date not the time. So, we are hoping it will be open in the morning by school time but we are not 100% sure of that.
Tonight is Papa John’s night. You can support Belle Valley by eating dinner at Papa John’s tonight. Up to 25% of their sales will be donated back to Belle Valley. You can get an information flyer and coupons on the Belle Valley website. Go to www.bv119.net and click on the digital backpack. A link will also be available on the Belle Valley Facebook Page and PTO Facebook page.
9/4/2018
Due to a 750 gallon hot water heater replacement this Friday, September 7, we have to alter and limit the choices to our school breakfast and lunch menus. All students, on both the middle school and elementary sides, will be asked by their teacher to select their Friday lunch choice tomorrow. This will enable the cafeteria staff to be prepared for lunch on Friday. The only two choices available to students at lunch on Friday will either be a cold Ham & Cheese Sandwich or a Peanut Butter & Jelly Sandwich. Click here to see updated Menus
Beginning Wednesday September 5, 2018 elementary buses B, C, D, and F will be arriving at morning stops 5-7 minutes earlier than they have in the past.
8/28/2018
There has been a change to some of the middle school bus routes to alleviate overcrowding. Please listen until the end of the message to see if your child’s bus has changed. The children that get on the bus at these stops will now ride BUS 29 H and should be at their stops at 7:14 am.
701 S. Pennsylvania
Wabash & Bel Aire Dr.
Bel Aire & Lilac
1140 Dawn
Rose Del & Lilac
Maiden Ln. & Bel Aire Dr.
1115 Bel Aire Dr.
1701 Mascoutah (Greenmount station trailer park)
The children that get on the bus at these stops will now ride BUS 32 D and should be at their stops at 7:14 am.
University & College (Stonegate)
Campus & University (Bradford Place)
2313 College
316 Flagstone
Flagstone & Driftwood
Stonecastle & Windrift
Windrift & Millstone
Windrift & Boulder Ct.
Weatherstone & Windrift
All other stops and buses are the same. Thank you for your patience and have a great day!
8/14/2018
Open house/orientation is tonight. The elementary pre-k-4 orientation begins at 6:00pm and the Middle School 5th-8th grade orientation begins at 6:30pm.
We have new drop off and pick up locations for both parents and buses this year. Parent drop off is now in the front circle where bus drop off was in the past. Elementary bus drop off will be on the east side parking lot and middles school bus drop off will be in the west parking lot. Please do not park in any red bus zones during school hours. If you go to the front page of the Belle Valley website www.bv119.net there is a slide show with a map and procedure letter for you to take a look at.
Middle School buses will arrive 5 minutes earlier this year, so students will need to be at bus stops 5 minutes earlier. Also, Fox Valley students will ride Bus
5/21/2018
Tomorrow Tuesday May 22nd is the last day of School for the 2017-2018 school year. It will be a ½ day attendance for students. The middle school will dismiss at 11:10am and the elementary school will dismiss at 11:45am. The ESP program will begin immediately following dismissal and go until 6:00pm. If your child attends the ESP program please send a sack lunch tomorrow. Lunch will not be served in the cafeteria. ESP is requesting that students attending bring an extra pair of clothes because they are having water playtime in the afternoon.
Thank you and on behalf of the board of education, faculty, staff and administration we hope everyone has a safe and enjoyable summer.
4/18/2018
Recently a BV student, staff member, or parent has been identified as having serious fragrance and/or scent allergies. Please be on the lookout for a letter that will be coming home with more information addressing this issue.
Today was the wrap-up party for PARCC. PARCC testing has been taking place the last two weeks. We want to take a moment and thank parents for helping students come to school prepared every day to take the PARCC test.
Finally we want to apologize to all of you for missing the reminder call for our last early dismissal day. Looking ahead there will be an early dismissal day on Wednesday May 9 and we will send a reminder the afternoon of May 8th.
4/16/2018
The Food Pantry will be open at Belle Valley Tomorrow and Wednesday from 12pm to 4pm
3/28/2018
This is a reminder that Spring Break is from tomorrow Thursday March 29th through Monday April 2nd. School will resume on Tuesday April 3rd.
Belle Valley would like to wish everyone a safe and happy Easter!
3/13/2018
Tomorrow, Wednesday March 14th is an early dismissal day for Teacher Professional Development. The middle school will dismiss at 1:15pm and the elementary school will dismiss at 1:45pm. The extended school program will be in session until 6pm.
There is a PTO meeting tonight at 7:00pm in the School Library
We continue to have problems with student drop-off and pick-up. Parents please be patient and make sure your child is ready to get in/out of the car when you pull up. Your help with this matter is appreciated.
3/2/2018
There will be no school Monday March 5th in observance of Casimir Pulaski Day.
Would you like to see your teacher at McDonald’s? Well On Tuesday March 6th you can! It’s McTeacher’s Night at the McDonald’s by the Fairgrounds from 4-8pm. Come visit with Belle Valley Teachers and eat some yummy french fries and cheeseburgers. Bring your parents, grandparents, aunt and uncles and eat dinner. It is BV night at McDonald’s by the Fairgrounds. Wear your BV gear!
2/27/2018
Tomorrow, Wednesday February 28th is a School Improvement day and there will be ½ day attendance for students. The middle school will dismiss at 11:10am and the elementary school will dismiss at 11:45am. The extended school program will be in session until 6pm. No lunch will be served. Students attending the ESP program will need to bring a sack lunch.
2/21/2018
It has been another wonderful year with jump rope for heart. Our students have worked hard in class to learn about and make their hearts healthy while several students have done a great job at home trying to save hearts and lives by raising money for the American Heart Association. The last day to turn in donations is this Friday February 23rd. Thank you so much to those that have donated and helped our students to save a life and help others.
2/20/2018
Tomorrow Wednesday February 21st, 2018 is spring picture day. 8th grade will be taking a class picture. Please do not send money tomorrow. A proof will be sent home in 10-14 days so that you can preview the poses before you order.
2/13/2018
Tomorrow, Wednesday February 14th, is an early dismissal day for Teacher Professional Development. The middle school will dismiss at 1:15pm and the elementary school will dismiss at 1:45pm. The extended school program will be in session until 6pm.
Looking ahead there will be no school this Friday, February 16th for a Teacher’s Institute Day. There will be no school on Monday, February 19th in celebration of President’s Day.
There is a PTO meeting in the library at 7:00pm this evening.
2/1/2018
Parent/Teacher conferences are scheduled for Tomorrow, Friday February 2nd from 8am – 3pm and there will be no school for students.
Belle Valley T-shirts will be available for sale in the Elementary Tech Lab room C102 tomorrow from 8am-3pm.
The cost of the shirts is $10, cash only please. All sales benefit student activities.
1/30/2018
There is a parent informational meeting for any 4th - 7th grade students currently enrolled in band and or chorus
interested in traveling to New York City in April 2019. The meeting is tonight Tuesday January 30, 2018 at 6:30 p.m. in the cafeteria.
1/23/2018
This message is for parents of 8th graders who have NOT paid for their promotion ceremony gown: Gowns must be paid for prior to being measured by Josten's. The cost is $20 until this Thursday and then it increases to $25 until Monday, Jan. 29 It's payable by cash or check to Belle Valley School. Students must have a gown in order to participate in the promotion ceremony.
1/17/2018
Due to the inclement weather day this week our breakfast and lunch menus have been changed.
You can get updated menus on the New Belle Valley website at www.bv119.net
The Breakfast menu will change to the following: Apple Jacks cereal will be omitted and the following will be served: Wednesday was - Banana Bread, Thursday - Cherry Frudal, and Friday - Cinnamon Pop Tarts
The Lunch Menu will change to: Turkey Tacos will be omitted and the following served : Wednesday was – Mac & Cheese, Thursday – Pork Rib Sandwich, and Friday – Hot dogs.
1/16/2018
Belle Valley closed for inclement weather
1/9/2018
Good Afternoon Belle Valley Families,
Tomorrow, Wednesday January 10th is an early dismissal day for Teacher Professional Development. The middle school will dismiss at 1:15pm and the elementary school will dismiss at 1:45pm. The extended school program will be in session until 6pm.
Looking ahead there will be no school on Monday January 15th in celebration of the life Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
Thanks and have a great evening!
1/4/2018
Good Afternoon Elementary School Parents
Brrr! With the cold weather, we would like to try a new plan for picking up your child from Belle Valley at 3:15pm. Please pull in an actual parking spot and come into the glass entryway to meet your child. Do not come into the building. The teachers will be bringing the students to the foyer area and will release them to you when identified. Please do not park next to the curb at anytime. The students will not be released outside the building until the weather breaks. You must come into the glass entry way to pick up your child. Again, please park in an actual parking spot, not at the curb.
Thanks and have a great day!
1/3/2018
Belle Valley Families,
8th grade parents a letter was mailed home today, Wednesday, Jan. 3 regarding the purchase of 8th grade promotion ceremony gowns. The cost is $20 payable by cash or check to Belle Valley due to your child's homeroom teacher by Wed. Jan. 24, 2018.
This information will also be posted on the Belle Valley Facebook page and sent in an mass call.
Bobo's Fundraiser orders can be picked up in the school cafeteria during parent pick up on Friday, November 9th from 2:30 pm to 4:30 pm. If this time frame does not work for your family, please contact the PTO. Contact information for the PTO can be found on the Belle Valley website.
The 5 Essentials Survey is still open. Thank you to everyone who has already taken the time to fill out the Survey. We still need parents to take the survey. Please consider taking the time to fill it out if you have not already done so. You can find a link to the survey here. >>
5 Essentials Survey
10/29/2018
There is a correction to the Basketball schedule for this week. The 5th and 6th grade boys’ teams will be playing tomorrow, October 30th at Belle Valley vs Emge. The 5th grade game will begin at 4:00pm and the 6th grade game will begin at 5:00pm. Coaches are still holding practice tomorrow morning. Schedule
10/24/2018
It has been brought to our attention by the Belleville East Administration that a student who was walking to school this morning was stopped by a vehicle. The occupants of the vehicle questioned the student and then left the area. The student acted immediately and report the incident to the Belleville Police Department. They are following up appropriately. We would like to remind students to remain vigilant and be aware of their surroundings. Please discuss this incident with your child(ren).
10/15/2018
Due to a lack of volunteers, the PTO sponsored Trunk-or-Treat that was scheduled for this Friday has been cancelled. Repeating Trunk-or-Treat has been cancelled.
Don't forget that the Fall Band and Chorus concert is tonight at 7 p.m. in the Wamser Gymnasium.
Chorus members should be at school by 6:15, 5-8 grade band members by 6:30 and 4th grade band members by 6:45 p.m..
10/9/2018
Tomorrow Wednesday October 10th is an early dismissal day for teacher professional development.
The middle school will dismiss at 1:15pm and the elementary school will dismiss at 1:45pm.
The extended school program will be in session until 6pm.
10/2/2018
SMILE!!
School pictures are tomorrow Wednesday, October 3rd. Students will give their picture order flyers with payment to the photographer when they have their pictures taken.
Even if you are not ordering pictures, student will still have pictures taken for the yearbook.
Looking ahead there will be no school Friday October 5th for a Teacher’s Institute and no school Monday October 8th for Columbus Day.
9/28/2018
On Monday October 1st there will be some changes to the morning pick up times for a few middle school buses.
Bus B 34 first pickup will be 6 minutes later.
Bus C 30 first pickup will be 5 minutes earlier.
Bus E 33 first pickup will be 9 minutes earlier
Bus H 29 first pickup will be 10 minutes earlier.
This is a reminder that cell phone use is prohibited while driving on school property. Thank for your cooperation with this matter.
9/20/2018
We have been informed that Amann Drive at Greenmount road will open tomorrow Friday September 21st. The information we were given only included the date not the time. So, we are hoping it will be open in the morning by school time but we are not 100% sure of that.
Tonight is Papa John’s night. You can support Belle Valley by eating dinner at Papa John’s tonight. Up to 25% of their sales will be donated back to Belle Valley. You can get an information flyer and coupons on the Belle Valley website. Go to www.bv119.net and click on the digital backpack. A link will also be available on the Belle Valley Facebook Page and PTO Facebook page.
9/4/2018
Due to a 750 gallon hot water heater replacement this Friday, September 7, we have to alter and limit the choices to our school breakfast and lunch menus. All students, on both the middle school and elementary sides, will be asked by their teacher to select their Friday lunch choice tomorrow. This will enable the cafeteria staff to be prepared for lunch on Friday. The only two choices available to students at lunch on Friday will either be a cold Ham & Cheese Sandwich or a Peanut Butter & Jelly Sandwich. Click here to see updated Menus
Beginning Wednesday September 5, 2018 elementary buses B, C, D, and F will be arriving at morning stops 5-7 minutes earlier than they have in the past.
8/28/2018
There has been a change to some of the middle school bus routes to alleviate overcrowding. Please listen until the end of the message to see if your child’s bus has changed. The children that get on the bus at these stops will now ride BUS 29 H and should be at their stops at 7:14 am.
701 S. Pennsylvania
Wabash & Bel Aire Dr.
Bel Aire & Lilac
1140 Dawn
Rose Del & Lilac
Maiden Ln. & Bel Aire Dr.
1115 Bel Aire Dr.
1701 Mascoutah (Greenmount station trailer park)
The children that get on the bus at these stops will now ride BUS 32 D and should be at their stops at 7:14 am.
University & College (Stonegate)
Campus & University (Bradford Place)
2313 College
316 Flagstone
Flagstone & Driftwood
Stonecastle & Windrift
Windrift & Millstone
Windrift & Boulder Ct.
Weatherstone & Windrift
All other stops and buses are the same. Thank you for your patience and have a great day!
8/14/2018
Open house/orientation is tonight. The elementary pre-k-4 orientation begins at 6:00pm and the Middle School 5th-8th grade orientation begins at 6:30pm.
We have new drop off and pick up locations for both parents and buses this year. Parent drop off is now in the front circle where bus drop off was in the past. Elementary bus drop off will be on the east side parking lot and middles school bus drop off will be in the west parking lot. Please do not park in any red bus zones during school hours. If you go to the front page of the Belle Valley website www.bv119.net there is a slide show with a map and procedure letter for you to take a look at.
Middle School buses will arrive 5 minutes earlier this year, so students will need to be at bus stops 5 minutes earlier. Also, Fox Valley students will ride Bus
5/21/2018
Tomorrow Tuesday May 22nd is the last day of School for the 2017-2018 school year. It will be a ½ day attendance for students. The middle school will dismiss at 11:10am and the elementary school will dismiss at 11:45am. The ESP program will begin immediately following dismissal and go until 6:00pm. If your child attends the ESP program please send a sack lunch tomorrow. Lunch will not be served in the cafeteria. ESP is requesting that students attending bring an extra pair of clothes because they are having water playtime in the afternoon.
Thank you and on behalf of the board of education, faculty, staff and administration we hope everyone has a safe and enjoyable summer.
4/18/2018
Recently a BV student, staff member, or parent has been identified as having serious fragrance and/or scent allergies. Please be on the lookout for a letter that will be coming home with more information addressing this issue.
Today was the wrap-up party for PARCC. PARCC testing has been taking place the last two weeks. We want to take a moment and thank parents for helping students come to school prepared every day to take the PARCC test.
Finally we want to apologize to all of you for missing the reminder call for our last early dismissal day. Looking ahead there will be an early dismissal day on Wednesday May 9 and we will send a reminder the afternoon of May 8th.
4/16/2018
The Food Pantry will be open at Belle Valley Tomorrow and Wednesday from 12pm to 4pm
3/28/2018
This is a reminder that Spring Break is from tomorrow Thursday March 29th through Monday April 2nd. School will resume on Tuesday April 3rd.
Belle Valley would like to wish everyone a safe and happy Easter!
3/13/2018
Tomorrow, Wednesday March 14th is an early dismissal day for Teacher Professional Development. The middle school will dismiss at 1:15pm and the elementary school will dismiss at 1:45pm. The extended school program will be in session until 6pm.
There is a PTO meeting tonight at 7:00pm in the School Library
We continue to have problems with student drop-off and pick-up. Parents please be patient and make sure your child is ready to get in/out of the car when you pull up. Your help with this matter is appreciated.
3/2/2018
There will be no school Monday March 5th in observance of Casimir Pulaski Day.
Would you like to see your teacher at McDonald’s? Well On Tuesday March 6th you can! It’s McTeacher’s Night at the McDonald’s by the Fairgrounds from 4-8pm. Come visit with Belle Valley Teachers and eat some yummy french fries and cheeseburgers. Bring your parents, grandparents, aunt and uncles and eat dinner. It is BV night at McDonald’s by the Fairgrounds. Wear your BV gear!
2/27/2018
Tomorrow, Wednesday February 28th is a School Improvement day and there will be ½ day attendance for students. The middle school will dismiss at 11:10am and the elementary school will dismiss at 11:45am. The extended school program will be in session until 6pm. No lunch will be served. Students attending the ESP program will need to bring a sack lunch.
2/21/2018
It has been another wonderful year with jump rope for heart. Our students have worked hard in class to learn about and make their hearts healthy while several students have done a great job at home trying to save hearts and lives by raising money for the American Heart Association. The last day to turn in donations is this Friday February 23rd. Thank you so much to those that have donated and helped our students to save a life and help others.
2/20/2018
Tomorrow Wednesday February 21st, 2018 is spring picture day. 8th grade will be taking a class picture. Please do not send money tomorrow. A proof will be sent home in 10-14 days so that you can preview the poses before you order.
2/13/2018
Tomorrow, Wednesday February 14th, is an early dismissal day for Teacher Professional Development. The middle school will dismiss at 1:15pm and the elementary school will dismiss at 1:45pm. The extended school program will be in session until 6pm.
Looking ahead there will be no school this Friday, February 16th for a Teacher’s Institute Day. There will be no school on Monday, February 19th in celebration of President’s Day.
There is a PTO meeting in the library at 7:00pm this evening.
2/1/2018
Parent/Teacher conferences are scheduled for Tomorrow, Friday February 2nd from 8am – 3pm and there will be no school for students.
Belle Valley T-shirts will be available for sale in the Elementary Tech Lab room C102 tomorrow from 8am-3pm.
The cost of the shirts is $10, cash only please. All sales benefit student activities.
1/30/2018
There is a parent informational meeting for any 4th - 7th grade students currently enrolled in band and or chorus
interested in traveling to New York City in April 2019. The meeting is tonight Tuesday January 30, 2018 at 6:30 p.m. in the cafeteria.
1/23/2018
This message is for parents of 8th graders who have NOT paid for their promotion ceremony gown: Gowns must be paid for prior to being measured by Josten's. The cost is $20 until this Thursday and then it increases to $25 until Monday, Jan. 29 It's payable by cash or check to Belle Valley School. Students must have a gown in order to participate in the promotion ceremony.
1/17/2018
Due to the inclement weather day this week our breakfast and lunch menus have been changed.
You can get updated menus on the New Belle Valley website at www.bv119.net
The Breakfast menu will change to the following: Apple Jacks cereal will be omitted and the following will be served: Wednesday was - Banana Bread, Thursday - Cherry Frudal, and Friday - Cinnamon Pop Tarts
The Lunch Menu will change to: Turkey Tacos will be omitted and the following served : Wednesday was – Mac & Cheese, Thursday – Pork Rib Sandwich, and Friday – Hot dogs.
1/16/2018
Belle Valley closed for inclement weather
1/9/2018
Good Afternoon Belle Valley Families,
Tomorrow, Wednesday January 10th is an early dismissal day for Teacher Professional Development. The middle school will dismiss at 1:15pm and the elementary school will dismiss at 1:45pm. The extended school program will be in session until 6pm.
Looking ahead there will be no school on Monday January 15th in celebration of the life Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
Thanks and have a great evening!
1/4/2018
Good Afternoon Elementary School Parents
Brrr! With the cold weather, we would like to try a new plan for picking up your child from Belle Valley at 3:15pm. Please pull in an actual parking spot and come into the glass entryway to meet your child. Do not come into the building. The teachers will be bringing the students to the foyer area and will release them to you when identified. Please do not park next to the curb at anytime. The students will not be released outside the building until the weather breaks. You must come into the glass entry way to pick up your child. Again, please park in an actual parking spot, not at the curb.
Thanks and have a great day!
1/3/2018
Belle Valley Families,
8th grade parents a letter was mailed home today, Wednesday, Jan. 3 regarding the purchase of 8th grade promotion ceremony gowns. The cost is $20 payable by cash or check to Belle Valley due to your child's homeroom teacher by Wed. Jan. 24, 2018.
This information will also be posted on the Belle Valley Facebook page and sent in an mass call.