02/27/2020
Tomorrow, Friday 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 is served on ½ days. Students attending the ESP program will need to bring a sack lunch.
Looking ahead there is no school on Monday March 2nd, in observance of Casimir Pulaski Day. School will resume Tuesday March 3rd
We are still having problems with parents not being considerate of others during drop off and pick up. The latest problem is that during pick up, parents are blocking the main entrance of the school and this is causing gridlock.
We ask that you please be a problem solver when this happens. If you turn right instead of continuing on straight to the circle, there are plenty of other areas you can park and wait for your child.
We appreciate anything you can do to help when this happens.
Finally, we all know the coronavirus is a serious global health concern. The CDC......Centers for Disease Control, is now passing coronavirus information to public schools and we receive that information through the St. Clair county regional office of education. We are adding a coronavirus link to our web page to pass that information on to you.
We will continue to monitor this situation very closely and implement all governmental guidelines that are recommended to keep our children safe.
02/17/2020
Our 8th grade boys’ basketball team has advanced in the state tournament. As a result all 7th and 8th grade VB matches scheduled for this week have been cancelled. Coaches will give make-up dates later this week. The 5th and 6th grade VB matches will be played as scheduled.
There will be a Belle Valley fan bus for the boys’ basketball game on Tuesday at Rend Lake. The game is at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday. The fans who sign up for the bus will stay after school and meet in Mrs. Steven's Classroom. We will serve all players and fan bus students pizza and drinks before we leave for the game. The bus will leave Belle Valley at 4:00 p.m. and return approximately at 8:45 p.m. Please be at Belle Valley to pick up your child at 8:45 p.m. Students who want to ride the fan bus need written permission note from a parent and $5. There will be limited space on the bus so sign up in the office on Tuesday morning when you arrive at school.
GO BOMBERS!
02/10/2019
McTeachers night will be held tomorrow Tuesday February 11 at the McDonald’s by the fairgrounds from 4-8 pm. There will be lots of teachers there to serve you food, visit with, and enjoy dinner with you and your kiddos. A percentage of the cost of meals sold between 4-8 at this McDonald’s will be provided back to Belle Valley. We appreciate your support and look forward to seeing you for what is always a night of wonderful smiles and yummy food.
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01/17/2020
Boys’ basketball practice scheduled for tomorrow Saturday January 18 is cancelled.
Also, we would like to remind everyone that there is no school Monday January 20th in observance of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
01/06/2020
This is to notify 8th grade parents that a letter will be mailed home tomorrow, Tuesday, Jan. 7, regarding the purchase of promotion ceremony gowns. The cost is $20 payable by cash or check to Belle Valley School due to your child's teacher by Wed., Jan. 22, In order for your child to participate in the promotion ceremony they must wear a gown.
12/19/2019
Tomorrow, Friday December 20th is an early dismissal day. 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. The student’s winter break begins at dismissal tomorrow and goes through January 5th. School will resume on January 6th, 2020. On behalf of the Faculty, Staff, Administration, and Board of Education we would like to wish everyone a Merry Christmas and a Happy New year!
12/17/2019
Due to the inclement weather closings the 7th and grade finals schedule is as follows.
7th grade:
Social Studies and Math exams will be on Wednesday.
Science and ELA will be on Thursday.
8th grade:
History and ELA exams will be on Wednesday.
Algebra with Mrs Kowalski part 1 test will be on Wednesday and part 2 test will be on Thursday.
Math for 8th grade with Ms. Adams and Mrs Kowalski will have exams on Thursday.
12/17/2019
McMusic night is still on for this evening Tuesday, December 17 from 4pm- 8pm at the McDonalds across from the fairgrounds. Please come out get some burgers & fries and support the music department.
12/16/2019
Inclement weather no School on Tuesday 12/17/2019
12/15/2019
Inclement weather no School on Monday 12/16/2019
12/9/2019
Please join us this evening for our elementary Christmas programs at Belle Valley
Our kindergarten through second grade concert is at 5:30 with a call time of 5:15 and our third & fourth grade concert is at 6:30 with a call time of 6:15, The online calendar previously had the 3-4 grade concert listed at 7:30. This was a mistake. It is at 6:30pm.
12/2/2019
Attention parents of 5th and 6th grade boys’ basketball players. The game scheduled for tomorrow; Dec 3rd has a location change. Instead of being played at Emge, the game will be played at Belle Valley. The game times have not changed, 5th grade will play at 4:00 and 6th grade at 5:00. The players should stay after school, change, and meet in the coach’s classroom
11/26/2019
The fundraiser pickup time is today, Tuesday, November 26th from 3pm to 7:30pm in the cafeteria.
11/25/2019
This is a reminder that Boys Basket players have home games tomorrow afternoon Tuesday November 26th at Belle Valley.
5th grade is at 4:00 pm
6th grade is at 5:00 pm
7th grade is at 6:00 pm
8th grade is at 7:00 pm
Players should arrive 30 minutes before their game time.
5th/6th Girls bbp have games at Grant middle school tomorrow afternoon.
5th Grade girls should arrive at Grant by 3:45pm for a 4:00pm game.
6th grade girls should arrive at Grant by 4:30pm for a 5:00pm game
11/24/2019
The fundraiser pick up time is now Tuesday November 26th from 3pm to 7:30pm in the cafeteria.
There is no student attendance for the week of November 25th – 29th
Parent/Teacher conferences are Monday November 25th from 12:30pm to 7:30pm
Tuesday November 26th is a teacher’s Institute day and Wednesday the 27th – Friday the 29th is Thanksgiving break
Everyone at Belle Valley would like to wish you a safe and very happy holiday!
11/20/2019
The fundraiser pickup date has been changed from tomorrow to Tuesday November 26 due to the cookie dough not being delivered on time. The pick up times on the 26th will be from 3pm to 7:30pm in the Cafeteria.
Thank you for your patience and understanding and have a great evening.
11/12/2019
Tomorrow, Wednesday November 13th 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. Boys and girls basketball practice will end at 3PM
Put on your PE shoes and workout clothes, it's time to get moving after the long weekend! Come join your teachers, friends, families, and community health supporters for a free and fun evening of physical activity. Tomorrow Nov 13th is our first ever Belle Valley Family Fitness Night from 6-8 pm. Come ready to play games, exercise, learn about your health, and maybe even win a prize. We'll see you tomorrow at 6 as we stay active, happy, and healthy!
9/19/2019
Tomorrow, Friday September 20th 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.
9/12/2019
Students can now order Belle Valley Bombers Spirit gear from the Winning Streak website. https://bevastst2019.wswebstore.com/store Orders must be placed by 11:59pm Tuesday September 24th . Items will be delivered to Belle Valley. Gooooo Bombers!
9/10/2019
Tomorrow, Wednesday September 11th 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 this evening at 7pm in the Belle Valley Library / Media Center.
8/28/2019
St. Clair County is currently under a boil order. Belle Valley has ordered bottled water and students will have access to drinking water for the next two days. School will be in session Tomorrow Thursday August 29th and Friday August 30th.
8/28/2019
The state requires that all 6th grade students have a school physical to attend school. All sixth grade students need to have a completed physical turned into the Belle Valley School nurse by Tuesday, September 3 at 7:30 a.m. Any sixth grade student who does not have a completed physical turned in before or on Tuesday, Sept. 3rd, may not attend school until a physical is turned in.
8/14/2019
Tonight is the Belle Valley Open House. Elementary School Pre K-4th grade is from 6:00 pm - 7:00pm The Middle School 5th - 8th grade is 6:30pm – 7:30pm. Everyone should meet in the Wamser Gym at the designated start time. After a short presentation you will be dismissed to classrooms.
The first day of school for the 2019-2020 school year is tomorrow Thursday, August 15th for Kindergarten-8th grade and it is a half day attendance. Middle School dismisses at 11:10am and the Elementary School dismisses 11:45am
The first day of school for Early Childhood is Friday August 16th and the first day of school for Pre-K is Monday August 19th.
7/25/2019
Attention 5th through 8th grade students interested in trying out for soccer, softball, or baseball. The Fall sports tryout dates are as follows: Baseball, July 29-31 8am-10am at the BV field. Soccer, July 30-31 at the BV soccer field 8-10 AM. And softball will be July 31 Jul – Aug 2 at the BV field 8-10. Please come ready to work and bring all necessary equipment. Tryouts will be moved indoors in the event of rain, court shoes will be needed,(no cleats on gym floor).
If you need information please call the Athletic Director at 236-5209 and leave a message.
05/28/2019
Tomorrow Wednesday May 29th is the last day of attendance for the 2018-2019 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. There will be an extended school program tomorrow. 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.
Report cards will not be available for pick up until after dismissal.
The 2019-2020 school year will begin August 15
We would like wish everyone safe, fun, & relaxing summer!
05/24/2019
The PTO has over 60 extra yearbooks left which means you still have a chance to purchase one! If you would like to purchase one please go to the District office next week and speak to Barb Brandmeyer. The cost is $20.00 cash only.
05/23/2019
If your child participated in Kids Heart Challenge and received a ticket order form for the Gateway Grizzlies game, we need to make you aware of an important change. The game time listed on the voucher is 7:05 and the correct game time is 6:05. Therefore all pre-game activities will move one hour earlier. The student walk will begin at 5:00 p.m. Gates will open at 4:15. If you have any questions, please contact our AHA rep, Renee Ades at renee.ades@heart.org.
05/22/2019
Tomorrow Thursday May 23rd, 7th graders who have been assigned a Chromebook will be turning them in for the year. Students will be asked to present their Chromebooks to check for damage and to make sure they have a charger. It is important that each student who has an assigned Chromebook brings it and the charger to school tomorrow. Students who do not turn in their Chromebook and /or charger will be subject to fees that will affect the Friday field trip. Please remind your child to bring Chromebooks and chargers to school tomorrow!
05/20/2019
Tomorrow, May 21st is the last Elementary PBIS reward party. The weather looks favorable to have the water slide outside. K-4 Students will be getting wet during their specials time so they will need to have a change of clothes and a towel in order to participate. Please send these items with your child in the morning. We will not be able to deliver to your child if brought to the office. We are looking forward to a great day of fun!
05/16/2018
Tomorrow, May 17th is the Elementary Field Day. The weather looks favorable to have the events outside and water will be involved in some of the activities. Please send a change of clothes, a towel, sunscreen, a hat and a water bottle with your child in the morning. Please do not bring these items to the office because locating your child's group outside would be difficult. We are looking forward to a great day of fun.
05/08/2019
Tomorrow, Friday May 10th is a ½ day attendance for the PTO School Carnival. No lunch will be served. The Middle school will dismiss at 11:10 am and the Elementary school will dismiss at 11:45 am. Students in grades Kindergarten – 4th must be accompanied by an adult at the carnival, not an older sibling. Elementary students will be transported home as usual and will not be allowed to stay at the school without an adult, so please make arrangements accordingly. Wrist bands for the inflatables can still be purchased on Friday for $10. Cash only please! The carnival runs from 11:15-4pm
The Extended School Program will be in session on Friday until 6PM. Students attending ESP will need to bring a sack lunch on Friday, even if they will be attending the carnival later in the day. ESP will not be taking students to the carnival. Once a student is signed in to E.S.P., they may not leave until they are signed out by a legal guardian or emergency contact. Older student siblings may not sign out younger siblings
On June 1st, Belle Valley will begin utilizing a new system for school meal payments and balances, replacing MySchoolBucks. All parents/guardians currently using MySchoolBucks will be transitioned to the new school meal payment system on June 1st, in advance of next school year. Any parent/guardian using auto pay with MySchoolBucks will need to cancel their auto payment with
MySchoolBucks before May 31st.
All balances in the current system at the end of the school year will be transferred to the new system
before the next school year begins. Information regarding the new system, including access and login information, will be sent to all parents/guardians before the start of the new school year. If you have any questions regarding this change, please feel free to contact Amber Bowen at abowen@bv119.net.
05/07/2019
Tomorrow, Wednesday May 8th 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.
05/01/2019
The 2019 Belle Valley cast and crew would like to invite you to attend our performances of Annie JR. The performances are Thursday evening at 7pm, Friday evening at 7pm, and a matinee performance Saturday at 1pm. Tickets will be for sale each night of performance and concessions will be available for purchase. We appreciate your support and loyalty to the cast and crew and hope you come to enjoy what will be an amazing three days of performances.
04/17/2019
Spring Break begins from tomorrow Thursday April 18 and goes through Monday April 22. School will resume on Tuesday April 23rd.
On behalf of the Belle Valley Administration, Faculty, and Board of Education I would like to wish everyone a safe and happy Easter!
The PTO would like for you to be on the lookout for spring carnival flyers coming home. Volunteers are still needed to make this event a success. You can sign up to volunteer on the Belle Valley PTO FB page and the Belle Valley website. Also, the PTO spring fundraiser ends this Friday, April 19th.
Next week, Belle Valley will be celebrating Earth Week! More information will be coming home soon about activities, contests, and special events!
Have you ever wondered how an electric car works? Would you like the chance to see one up close and in person? This Monday, April 22, 2019 at SWIC, they are hosting an Electric Car Show from 4:30 - 7:30 pm in honor of Earth Day. If you are interested, you should go to the North parking lot at SWIC right across from Walmart to talk to electric car owners, see the engine and inside of the vehicle, and possibly go on test rides. Happy Earth Day!
04/10/2019
The Belle Valley track team has its annual relay meet at West HS tomorrow at 1:00. Most of the team will be participating in this meet. Your child will leave class tomorrow at 11:20 to dress and eat lunch. Students will need a sack lunch as the cafeteria will not yet be open. The bus will leave BV promptly at 12:00. The meet will end at 5:00, your child will need to be picked up from West HS at that time. Thanks, and Go Bombers!
04/09/2019
Tomorrow, Wednesday April 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.
Parents of 8th graders
Please be on the lookout for an important letter in the regular Us Postal mail regarding information and tickets for the upcoming 8th grade promotion ceremony.
Finally there is a PTO meeting tonight at 7PM in the BV Library Media Center
03/25/2019
This is a reminder for 8th grade students and parents that their SAFB Steam day trip permission slip is due tomorrow Tuesday March 26th. Students will need to bring a sack lunch for the trip on Thursday, unless they pre-ordered a sack lunch from school with their homeroom teacher.
03/21/2019
Tomorrow, Friday March 22nd 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.
03/14/2019
You can celebrate Pi Day and support the Belle Valley PTO tonight by ordering pizza from Papa John's on Carlyle Ave. Just mention Belle Valley School when placing your order by calling 618-355-7525. The promo code is SSB005. If you order delivery, please be sure to give the driver the flyer that was sent home so that Belle Valley gets credit for the sale! Up to 25% of your order will be donated back.
03/12/2019
Tomorrow, Wednesday March 13th 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 in the Belle Valley Library Media Center at 7PM
02/25/2018
Attention all kindergarten through 4th grade heart heroes! The last day to turn in donations for the Kids Heart Challenge is Thursday Feb. 28th. Please turn in your donations for the American Heart Association in the Kids Heart Challenge envelope that was sent home. Mr. Weiler, Mrs. Cooper, and the American Heart Association thank you for your efforts to help save hearts and lives.
02/22/2018
5/6 girls VB,
The BV athletic dept was notified this afternoon that Emge can not meet the requirements to play the scheduled VB match on Monday, 25 Feb at 4:00/5:00. The BV coaches have scheduled a practice for Monday morning. As of now, the rest of the schedule is correct.
We apologize for the volatility of the 5/6 grade schedule. The conference as a whole is experiencing trouble fielding teams for this age group in all sports. We ask for your patience and support in making the remainder of the season as rewarding as possible for the girls. We will continue to pass along information as we get it.
02/19/2019
Parents of 5/6 grade girls volleyball. The games scheduled for 4:00/5:00 at Whiteside have been cancelled due to weather. The girls will be sent home immediately after school today. There will be no practice in the morning as the girls have a home game tomorrow night at 4:00/5:00 vs Wesclin. Sorry for any inconvenience.
02/19/2019
Tonight's bowling match against Central JH has been cancelled due to coach illness. Students will go home immediately after school today. There will be information about a make up date in the near future. We apologize for any inconvenience.
Thank you.
02/19/19
No Phone Announcement - Posted to Facebook
Book fair is almost here! We need lots of volunteers to help get books into the hands of our kids! Sign up here: Sign up
02/11/2019
Please be reminded that during morning drop-off, parking in the red zone is prohibited. We continue to have problems with parents parking in that area and thinking that if they stay in their car that is okay. It isn’t okay, and it creates problems for everyone else if you do that. So please, don’t park in the red zone and if you cannot unload your child in 30 seconds, please pull over out of the red zone and get your child ready so you don’t hold up traffic.
Thank you for your understanding!
The Pride team and Belle Valley teachers are hosting a McTeacher's night tomorrow night, Tuesday February 12th from 4-8 pm at the McDonald’s by the fairgrounds. This is a fun night where teachers are serving up orders of delicious food and visiting with Belle Valley Students and families. Come visit us at McDonald’s by the fairgrounds tomorrow night! A portion of all sales from 4-8 drive thru or dine in is given back to Belle Valley! Wear your bombers gear!
02/08/2019
Players and parents of the 8th grade boys' basketball team. The boys have been instructed to show up at the school tomorrow morning at 7:00AM, the bus will leave for Rend Lake College, (RLC), promptly at 7:15. The address of RLC is 468 N. Ken Gray Parkway, Ina, IL 62846. We are the first game at 9:30AM.
You will not be permitted to bring drinks/food into the building. State apparel will be on sale in the lobby. In addition, RLC is a smoke-free campus.
Please double check to make sure you have everything you need for our game, and get a good night of sleep. See you in the morning and Go Bombers!
02/06/2019
Parent/Teacher conferences are scheduled for Tomorrow Thursday February 7th from 12:30pm – 7:30pm. There will be no school for students.
Please be sure to check the lost and found table in the cafeteria if your child has lost anything this year.
Friday February 8th is a Teacher’s Institute day and there will be no school for students. School will resume Monday February 11th .
01/28/2019
Attention all 1st through 4th grade students and parents,
This is the last week for registration for Coach McIntyre’s USSC Basketball Sports Clinic.
Late registration will begin for elementary students on February 4th for sessions beginning on March 2nd.
Attention all 5th through 8th grade students and parents,
Registration begins February 4th for Coach McIntyre’s USSC Basketball Sports Clinic.
Late registration for Middle School students will start the last week of March for sessions beginning on April 6th.
Please turn in all registration forms and fees as soon as possible as space is filling up quickly. Forms can be found here USSC
01/14/2019
This evening is Dine Out night at the Dairy Queen on Lebanon Ave. If you purchase dinner or ice cream at Dairy Queen between 5 – 8pm the Belle Valley band will receive a percentage of all sales. This includes both dine in and drive thru orders.
We would like to take this opportunity to thank everyone who helped with the orderly flow of traffic last Friday afternoon during the snow event. Your patience and consideration of others during a difficult dismissal process is appreciated.
01/08/2019
Tomorrow, Wednesday January 9th 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. For boys trying out for volleyball on Wednesday, tryouts will be over at 3:30 due to the early dismissal. Tryouts on Thursday and Friday will end at 4:30.
12/18/2018
The Belle Valley Elementary concert for Kindergarten-Second grade is to tonight Tuesday December 18 at 5:30PM Students should report to the gym by 5:10pm.
The Belle Valley Elementary concert for 3rd-4th grade is to tonight Tuesday December 18 at 7PM. Students should report to the gym by 6:40pm
Tomorrow, Wednesday Dec 19th is an early dismissal day. 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.
The winter break will begin Thursday December 20th and go through Wednesday January 2. School will resume on January 3rd 2019. On behalf of the Faculty, Staff, Administration, and Board of Education we would like to wish everyone a Merry Christmas and a Happy New year!
12/17/2018
The Belle Valley middle school band and chorus Christmas concert is tonight Monday December 17th at 7PM in the Wamser Gym.
Chorus students should report by 6:15pm for warm-ups
Band students should report by 6:30pm for warm-ups
The Belle Valley Elementary concert for Kindergarten-Second grade will be on tomorrow Tuesday December 18th at 5:30PM Students should report to the gym by 5:10pm.
The Belle Valley Elementary concert for 3rd-4th grade will also be tomorrow Tuesday December 18th at 7PM. Students should report to the gym by 6:40pm
Looking ahead this week we have an early dismissal on Wednesday Dec 19. The winter break will begin Thursday December 20th and go through Wednesday January 2. School will resume on January 3rd 2019.
12/11/2018
Tomorrow Wednesday December 12th 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.
Tonight is McMusic night at the Belleville McDonald’s by the fairgrounds. If you eat dinner there from 4-8pm a percentage will be donated back to the Belle Valley Band and music program. I’m Lovin’ it!
12/04/2018
The PTO sponsored Holiday Shop will be open from Wednesday December 5th – Friday December 7th from 7:30am – 3:30pm in the Belle Valley Library.
PJ Night with Santa for Prek-4th grade students will be this Friday December 7th at 6pm in the Belle Valley Cafeteria.
11/25/2018
Tomorrow starts our Penny War battle for the annual Siteman Cancer Fundraiser. All grades play against each other. Bring in your money to get your grade a great head start and to support an amazing facility. Together we can make a difference. You can find information about the Penny War Siteman Fundraiser Here
11/20/2018
There will be no school from Wednesday November 21, 2018 - Friday, November 23, 2018 for Thanksgiving break. On behalf of the Administration, Faculty, Staff, and Board of Education we wish you a safe and happy Thanksgiving holiday!
11/19/2018
The time of year has come when many students are wearing boots to school. While boots are acceptable to wear to school they are not appropriate or safe for Physical Education class. If your son or daughter is wearing boots to school, please be sure to send appropriate PE shoes for them to change into so they can run and be active during PE class. Also, Please follow our PE class on Facebook! Click Here! Search Belle Valley Physical Education and look under the groups tab to see all the fun and important things happening in our elementary PE classroom. Thank you for your time and support.
The Penn Station Band fundraiser is tonight. Bring a flyer to the Belleville Penn Station and Penn Station will donate 25% of the cost of your order to Belle Valley Band. If you need a flyer you can Click Here
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.
Tomorrow, Friday 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 is served on ½ days. Students attending the ESP program will need to bring a sack lunch.
Looking ahead there is no school on Monday March 2nd, in observance of Casimir Pulaski Day. School will resume Tuesday March 3rd
We are still having problems with parents not being considerate of others during drop off and pick up. The latest problem is that during pick up, parents are blocking the main entrance of the school and this is causing gridlock.
We ask that you please be a problem solver when this happens. If you turn right instead of continuing on straight to the circle, there are plenty of other areas you can park and wait for your child.
We appreciate anything you can do to help when this happens.
Finally, we all know the coronavirus is a serious global health concern. The CDC......Centers for Disease Control, is now passing coronavirus information to public schools and we receive that information through the St. Clair county regional office of education. We are adding a coronavirus link to our web page to pass that information on to you.
We will continue to monitor this situation very closely and implement all governmental guidelines that are recommended to keep our children safe.
02/17/2020
Our 8th grade boys’ basketball team has advanced in the state tournament. As a result all 7th and 8th grade VB matches scheduled for this week have been cancelled. Coaches will give make-up dates later this week. The 5th and 6th grade VB matches will be played as scheduled.
There will be a Belle Valley fan bus for the boys’ basketball game on Tuesday at Rend Lake. The game is at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday. The fans who sign up for the bus will stay after school and meet in Mrs. Steven's Classroom. We will serve all players and fan bus students pizza and drinks before we leave for the game. The bus will leave Belle Valley at 4:00 p.m. and return approximately at 8:45 p.m. Please be at Belle Valley to pick up your child at 8:45 p.m. Students who want to ride the fan bus need written permission note from a parent and $5. There will be limited space on the bus so sign up in the office on Tuesday morning when you arrive at school.
GO BOMBERS!
02/10/2019
McTeachers night will be held tomorrow Tuesday February 11 at the McDonald’s by the fairgrounds from 4-8 pm. There will be lots of teachers there to serve you food, visit with, and enjoy dinner with you and your kiddos. A percentage of the cost of meals sold between 4-8 at this McDonald’s will be provided back to Belle Valley. We appreciate your support and look forward to seeing you for what is always a night of wonderful smiles and yummy food.
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01/17/2020
Boys’ basketball practice scheduled for tomorrow Saturday January 18 is cancelled.
Also, we would like to remind everyone that there is no school Monday January 20th in observance of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
01/06/2020
This is to notify 8th grade parents that a letter will be mailed home tomorrow, Tuesday, Jan. 7, regarding the purchase of promotion ceremony gowns. The cost is $20 payable by cash or check to Belle Valley School due to your child's teacher by Wed., Jan. 22, In order for your child to participate in the promotion ceremony they must wear a gown.
12/19/2019
Tomorrow, Friday December 20th is an early dismissal day. 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. The student’s winter break begins at dismissal tomorrow and goes through January 5th. School will resume on January 6th, 2020. On behalf of the Faculty, Staff, Administration, and Board of Education we would like to wish everyone a Merry Christmas and a Happy New year!
12/17/2019
Due to the inclement weather closings the 7th and grade finals schedule is as follows.
7th grade:
Social Studies and Math exams will be on Wednesday.
Science and ELA will be on Thursday.
8th grade:
History and ELA exams will be on Wednesday.
Algebra with Mrs Kowalski part 1 test will be on Wednesday and part 2 test will be on Thursday.
Math for 8th grade with Ms. Adams and Mrs Kowalski will have exams on Thursday.
12/17/2019
McMusic night is still on for this evening Tuesday, December 17 from 4pm- 8pm at the McDonalds across from the fairgrounds. Please come out get some burgers & fries and support the music department.
12/16/2019
Inclement weather no School on Tuesday 12/17/2019
12/15/2019
Inclement weather no School on Monday 12/16/2019
12/9/2019
Please join us this evening for our elementary Christmas programs at Belle Valley
Our kindergarten through second grade concert is at 5:30 with a call time of 5:15 and our third & fourth grade concert is at 6:30 with a call time of 6:15, The online calendar previously had the 3-4 grade concert listed at 7:30. This was a mistake. It is at 6:30pm.
12/2/2019
Attention parents of 5th and 6th grade boys’ basketball players. The game scheduled for tomorrow; Dec 3rd has a location change. Instead of being played at Emge, the game will be played at Belle Valley. The game times have not changed, 5th grade will play at 4:00 and 6th grade at 5:00. The players should stay after school, change, and meet in the coach’s classroom
11/26/2019
The fundraiser pickup time is today, Tuesday, November 26th from 3pm to 7:30pm in the cafeteria.
11/25/2019
This is a reminder that Boys Basket players have home games tomorrow afternoon Tuesday November 26th at Belle Valley.
5th grade is at 4:00 pm
6th grade is at 5:00 pm
7th grade is at 6:00 pm
8th grade is at 7:00 pm
Players should arrive 30 minutes before their game time.
5th/6th Girls bbp have games at Grant middle school tomorrow afternoon.
5th Grade girls should arrive at Grant by 3:45pm for a 4:00pm game.
6th grade girls should arrive at Grant by 4:30pm for a 5:00pm game
11/24/2019
The fundraiser pick up time is now Tuesday November 26th from 3pm to 7:30pm in the cafeteria.
There is no student attendance for the week of November 25th – 29th
Parent/Teacher conferences are Monday November 25th from 12:30pm to 7:30pm
Tuesday November 26th is a teacher’s Institute day and Wednesday the 27th – Friday the 29th is Thanksgiving break
Everyone at Belle Valley would like to wish you a safe and very happy holiday!
11/20/2019
The fundraiser pickup date has been changed from tomorrow to Tuesday November 26 due to the cookie dough not being delivered on time. The pick up times on the 26th will be from 3pm to 7:30pm in the Cafeteria.
Thank you for your patience and understanding and have a great evening.
11/12/2019
Tomorrow, Wednesday November 13th 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. Boys and girls basketball practice will end at 3PM
Put on your PE shoes and workout clothes, it's time to get moving after the long weekend! Come join your teachers, friends, families, and community health supporters for a free and fun evening of physical activity. Tomorrow Nov 13th is our first ever Belle Valley Family Fitness Night from 6-8 pm. Come ready to play games, exercise, learn about your health, and maybe even win a prize. We'll see you tomorrow at 6 as we stay active, happy, and healthy!
9/19/2019
Tomorrow, Friday September 20th 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.
9/12/2019
Students can now order Belle Valley Bombers Spirit gear from the Winning Streak website. https://bevastst2019.wswebstore.com/store Orders must be placed by 11:59pm Tuesday September 24th . Items will be delivered to Belle Valley. Gooooo Bombers!
9/10/2019
Tomorrow, Wednesday September 11th 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 this evening at 7pm in the Belle Valley Library / Media Center.
8/28/2019
St. Clair County is currently under a boil order. Belle Valley has ordered bottled water and students will have access to drinking water for the next two days. School will be in session Tomorrow Thursday August 29th and Friday August 30th.
8/28/2019
The state requires that all 6th grade students have a school physical to attend school. All sixth grade students need to have a completed physical turned into the Belle Valley School nurse by Tuesday, September 3 at 7:30 a.m. Any sixth grade student who does not have a completed physical turned in before or on Tuesday, Sept. 3rd, may not attend school until a physical is turned in.
8/14/2019
Tonight is the Belle Valley Open House. Elementary School Pre K-4th grade is from 6:00 pm - 7:00pm The Middle School 5th - 8th grade is 6:30pm – 7:30pm. Everyone should meet in the Wamser Gym at the designated start time. After a short presentation you will be dismissed to classrooms.
The first day of school for the 2019-2020 school year is tomorrow Thursday, August 15th for Kindergarten-8th grade and it is a half day attendance. Middle School dismisses at 11:10am and the Elementary School dismisses 11:45am
The first day of school for Early Childhood is Friday August 16th and the first day of school for Pre-K is Monday August 19th.
7/25/2019
Attention 5th through 8th grade students interested in trying out for soccer, softball, or baseball. The Fall sports tryout dates are as follows: Baseball, July 29-31 8am-10am at the BV field. Soccer, July 30-31 at the BV soccer field 8-10 AM. And softball will be July 31 Jul – Aug 2 at the BV field 8-10. Please come ready to work and bring all necessary equipment. Tryouts will be moved indoors in the event of rain, court shoes will be needed,(no cleats on gym floor).
If you need information please call the Athletic Director at 236-5209 and leave a message.
05/28/2019
Tomorrow Wednesday May 29th is the last day of attendance for the 2018-2019 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. There will be an extended school program tomorrow. 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.
Report cards will not be available for pick up until after dismissal.
The 2019-2020 school year will begin August 15
We would like wish everyone safe, fun, & relaxing summer!
05/24/2019
The PTO has over 60 extra yearbooks left which means you still have a chance to purchase one! If you would like to purchase one please go to the District office next week and speak to Barb Brandmeyer. The cost is $20.00 cash only.
05/23/2019
If your child participated in Kids Heart Challenge and received a ticket order form for the Gateway Grizzlies game, we need to make you aware of an important change. The game time listed on the voucher is 7:05 and the correct game time is 6:05. Therefore all pre-game activities will move one hour earlier. The student walk will begin at 5:00 p.m. Gates will open at 4:15. If you have any questions, please contact our AHA rep, Renee Ades at renee.ades@heart.org.
05/22/2019
Tomorrow Thursday May 23rd, 7th graders who have been assigned a Chromebook will be turning them in for the year. Students will be asked to present their Chromebooks to check for damage and to make sure they have a charger. It is important that each student who has an assigned Chromebook brings it and the charger to school tomorrow. Students who do not turn in their Chromebook and /or charger will be subject to fees that will affect the Friday field trip. Please remind your child to bring Chromebooks and chargers to school tomorrow!
05/20/2019
Tomorrow, May 21st is the last Elementary PBIS reward party. The weather looks favorable to have the water slide outside. K-4 Students will be getting wet during their specials time so they will need to have a change of clothes and a towel in order to participate. Please send these items with your child in the morning. We will not be able to deliver to your child if brought to the office. We are looking forward to a great day of fun!
05/16/2018
Tomorrow, May 17th is the Elementary Field Day. The weather looks favorable to have the events outside and water will be involved in some of the activities. Please send a change of clothes, a towel, sunscreen, a hat and a water bottle with your child in the morning. Please do not bring these items to the office because locating your child's group outside would be difficult. We are looking forward to a great day of fun.
05/08/2019
Tomorrow, Friday May 10th is a ½ day attendance for the PTO School Carnival. No lunch will be served. The Middle school will dismiss at 11:10 am and the Elementary school will dismiss at 11:45 am. Students in grades Kindergarten – 4th must be accompanied by an adult at the carnival, not an older sibling. Elementary students will be transported home as usual and will not be allowed to stay at the school without an adult, so please make arrangements accordingly. Wrist bands for the inflatables can still be purchased on Friday for $10. Cash only please! The carnival runs from 11:15-4pm
The Extended School Program will be in session on Friday until 6PM. Students attending ESP will need to bring a sack lunch on Friday, even if they will be attending the carnival later in the day. ESP will not be taking students to the carnival. Once a student is signed in to E.S.P., they may not leave until they are signed out by a legal guardian or emergency contact. Older student siblings may not sign out younger siblings
On June 1st, Belle Valley will begin utilizing a new system for school meal payments and balances, replacing MySchoolBucks. All parents/guardians currently using MySchoolBucks will be transitioned to the new school meal payment system on June 1st, in advance of next school year. Any parent/guardian using auto pay with MySchoolBucks will need to cancel their auto payment with
MySchoolBucks before May 31st.
All balances in the current system at the end of the school year will be transferred to the new system
before the next school year begins. Information regarding the new system, including access and login information, will be sent to all parents/guardians before the start of the new school year. If you have any questions regarding this change, please feel free to contact Amber Bowen at abowen@bv119.net.
05/07/2019
Tomorrow, Wednesday May 8th 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.
05/01/2019
The 2019 Belle Valley cast and crew would like to invite you to attend our performances of Annie JR. The performances are Thursday evening at 7pm, Friday evening at 7pm, and a matinee performance Saturday at 1pm. Tickets will be for sale each night of performance and concessions will be available for purchase. We appreciate your support and loyalty to the cast and crew and hope you come to enjoy what will be an amazing three days of performances.
04/17/2019
Spring Break begins from tomorrow Thursday April 18 and goes through Monday April 22. School will resume on Tuesday April 23rd.
On behalf of the Belle Valley Administration, Faculty, and Board of Education I would like to wish everyone a safe and happy Easter!
The PTO would like for you to be on the lookout for spring carnival flyers coming home. Volunteers are still needed to make this event a success. You can sign up to volunteer on the Belle Valley PTO FB page and the Belle Valley website. Also, the PTO spring fundraiser ends this Friday, April 19th.
Next week, Belle Valley will be celebrating Earth Week! More information will be coming home soon about activities, contests, and special events!
Have you ever wondered how an electric car works? Would you like the chance to see one up close and in person? This Monday, April 22, 2019 at SWIC, they are hosting an Electric Car Show from 4:30 - 7:30 pm in honor of Earth Day. If you are interested, you should go to the North parking lot at SWIC right across from Walmart to talk to electric car owners, see the engine and inside of the vehicle, and possibly go on test rides. Happy Earth Day!
04/10/2019
The Belle Valley track team has its annual relay meet at West HS tomorrow at 1:00. Most of the team will be participating in this meet. Your child will leave class tomorrow at 11:20 to dress and eat lunch. Students will need a sack lunch as the cafeteria will not yet be open. The bus will leave BV promptly at 12:00. The meet will end at 5:00, your child will need to be picked up from West HS at that time. Thanks, and Go Bombers!
04/09/2019
Tomorrow, Wednesday April 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.
Parents of 8th graders
Please be on the lookout for an important letter in the regular Us Postal mail regarding information and tickets for the upcoming 8th grade promotion ceremony.
Finally there is a PTO meeting tonight at 7PM in the BV Library Media Center
03/25/2019
This is a reminder for 8th grade students and parents that their SAFB Steam day trip permission slip is due tomorrow Tuesday March 26th. Students will need to bring a sack lunch for the trip on Thursday, unless they pre-ordered a sack lunch from school with their homeroom teacher.
03/21/2019
Tomorrow, Friday March 22nd 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.
03/14/2019
You can celebrate Pi Day and support the Belle Valley PTO tonight by ordering pizza from Papa John's on Carlyle Ave. Just mention Belle Valley School when placing your order by calling 618-355-7525. The promo code is SSB005. If you order delivery, please be sure to give the driver the flyer that was sent home so that Belle Valley gets credit for the sale! Up to 25% of your order will be donated back.
03/12/2019
Tomorrow, Wednesday March 13th 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 in the Belle Valley Library Media Center at 7PM
02/25/2018
Attention all kindergarten through 4th grade heart heroes! The last day to turn in donations for the Kids Heart Challenge is Thursday Feb. 28th. Please turn in your donations for the American Heart Association in the Kids Heart Challenge envelope that was sent home. Mr. Weiler, Mrs. Cooper, and the American Heart Association thank you for your efforts to help save hearts and lives.
02/22/2018
5/6 girls VB,
The BV athletic dept was notified this afternoon that Emge can not meet the requirements to play the scheduled VB match on Monday, 25 Feb at 4:00/5:00. The BV coaches have scheduled a practice for Monday morning. As of now, the rest of the schedule is correct.
We apologize for the volatility of the 5/6 grade schedule. The conference as a whole is experiencing trouble fielding teams for this age group in all sports. We ask for your patience and support in making the remainder of the season as rewarding as possible for the girls. We will continue to pass along information as we get it.
02/19/2019
Parents of 5/6 grade girls volleyball. The games scheduled for 4:00/5:00 at Whiteside have been cancelled due to weather. The girls will be sent home immediately after school today. There will be no practice in the morning as the girls have a home game tomorrow night at 4:00/5:00 vs Wesclin. Sorry for any inconvenience.
02/19/2019
Tonight's bowling match against Central JH has been cancelled due to coach illness. Students will go home immediately after school today. There will be information about a make up date in the near future. We apologize for any inconvenience.
Thank you.
02/19/19
No Phone Announcement - Posted to Facebook
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02/11/2019
Please be reminded that during morning drop-off, parking in the red zone is prohibited. We continue to have problems with parents parking in that area and thinking that if they stay in their car that is okay. It isn’t okay, and it creates problems for everyone else if you do that. So please, don’t park in the red zone and if you cannot unload your child in 30 seconds, please pull over out of the red zone and get your child ready so you don’t hold up traffic.
Thank you for your understanding!
The Pride team and Belle Valley teachers are hosting a McTeacher's night tomorrow night, Tuesday February 12th from 4-8 pm at the McDonald’s by the fairgrounds. This is a fun night where teachers are serving up orders of delicious food and visiting with Belle Valley Students and families. Come visit us at McDonald’s by the fairgrounds tomorrow night! A portion of all sales from 4-8 drive thru or dine in is given back to Belle Valley! Wear your bombers gear!
02/08/2019
Players and parents of the 8th grade boys' basketball team. The boys have been instructed to show up at the school tomorrow morning at 7:00AM, the bus will leave for Rend Lake College, (RLC), promptly at 7:15. The address of RLC is 468 N. Ken Gray Parkway, Ina, IL 62846. We are the first game at 9:30AM.
You will not be permitted to bring drinks/food into the building. State apparel will be on sale in the lobby. In addition, RLC is a smoke-free campus.
Please double check to make sure you have everything you need for our game, and get a good night of sleep. See you in the morning and Go Bombers!
02/06/2019
Parent/Teacher conferences are scheduled for Tomorrow Thursday February 7th from 12:30pm – 7:30pm. There will be no school for students.
Please be sure to check the lost and found table in the cafeteria if your child has lost anything this year.
Friday February 8th is a Teacher’s Institute day and there will be no school for students. School will resume Monday February 11th .
01/28/2019
Attention all 1st through 4th grade students and parents,
This is the last week for registration for Coach McIntyre’s USSC Basketball Sports Clinic.
Late registration will begin for elementary students on February 4th for sessions beginning on March 2nd.
Attention all 5th through 8th grade students and parents,
Registration begins February 4th for Coach McIntyre’s USSC Basketball Sports Clinic.
Late registration for Middle School students will start the last week of March for sessions beginning on April 6th.
Please turn in all registration forms and fees as soon as possible as space is filling up quickly. Forms can be found here USSC
01/14/2019
This evening is Dine Out night at the Dairy Queen on Lebanon Ave. If you purchase dinner or ice cream at Dairy Queen between 5 – 8pm the Belle Valley band will receive a percentage of all sales. This includes both dine in and drive thru orders.
We would like to take this opportunity to thank everyone who helped with the orderly flow of traffic last Friday afternoon during the snow event. Your patience and consideration of others during a difficult dismissal process is appreciated.
01/08/2019
Tomorrow, Wednesday January 9th 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. For boys trying out for volleyball on Wednesday, tryouts will be over at 3:30 due to the early dismissal. Tryouts on Thursday and Friday will end at 4:30.
12/18/2018
The Belle Valley Elementary concert for Kindergarten-Second grade is to tonight Tuesday December 18 at 5:30PM Students should report to the gym by 5:10pm.
The Belle Valley Elementary concert for 3rd-4th grade is to tonight Tuesday December 18 at 7PM. Students should report to the gym by 6:40pm
Tomorrow, Wednesday Dec 19th is an early dismissal day. 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.
The winter break will begin Thursday December 20th and go through Wednesday January 2. School will resume on January 3rd 2019. On behalf of the Faculty, Staff, Administration, and Board of Education we would like to wish everyone a Merry Christmas and a Happy New year!
12/17/2018
The Belle Valley middle school band and chorus Christmas concert is tonight Monday December 17th at 7PM in the Wamser Gym.
Chorus students should report by 6:15pm for warm-ups
Band students should report by 6:30pm for warm-ups
The Belle Valley Elementary concert for Kindergarten-Second grade will be on tomorrow Tuesday December 18th at 5:30PM Students should report to the gym by 5:10pm.
The Belle Valley Elementary concert for 3rd-4th grade will also be tomorrow Tuesday December 18th at 7PM. Students should report to the gym by 6:40pm
Looking ahead this week we have an early dismissal on Wednesday Dec 19. The winter break will begin Thursday December 20th and go through Wednesday January 2. School will resume on January 3rd 2019.
12/11/2018
Tomorrow Wednesday December 12th 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.
Tonight is McMusic night at the Belleville McDonald’s by the fairgrounds. If you eat dinner there from 4-8pm a percentage will be donated back to the Belle Valley Band and music program. I’m Lovin’ it!
12/04/2018
The PTO sponsored Holiday Shop will be open from Wednesday December 5th – Friday December 7th from 7:30am – 3:30pm in the Belle Valley Library.
PJ Night with Santa for Prek-4th grade students will be this Friday December 7th at 6pm in the Belle Valley Cafeteria.
11/25/2018
Tomorrow starts our Penny War battle for the annual Siteman Cancer Fundraiser. All grades play against each other. Bring in your money to get your grade a great head start and to support an amazing facility. Together we can make a difference. You can find information about the Penny War Siteman Fundraiser Here
11/20/2018
There will be no school from Wednesday November 21, 2018 - Friday, November 23, 2018 for Thanksgiving break. On behalf of the Administration, Faculty, Staff, and Board of Education we wish you a safe and happy Thanksgiving holiday!
11/19/2018
The time of year has come when many students are wearing boots to school. While boots are acceptable to wear to school they are not appropriate or safe for Physical Education class. If your son or daughter is wearing boots to school, please be sure to send appropriate PE shoes for them to change into so they can run and be active during PE class. Also, Please follow our PE class on Facebook! Click Here! Search Belle Valley Physical Education and look under the groups tab to see all the fun and important things happening in our elementary PE classroom. Thank you for your time and support.
The Penn Station Band fundraiser is tonight. Bring a flyer to the Belleville Penn Station and Penn Station will donate 25% of the cost of your order to Belle Valley Band. If you need a flyer you can Click Here
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.