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Parent and Student Newsletter: September 3, 2020
Belvidere Elementary
Our Vision: Our shared vision focuses around the belief that all children can learn. Through mutual respect within the school community, our children will grow and meet the academic expectations to reach their fullest potential. We will use every available resource to ensure that all students learn. We will provide a positive atmosphere where staff, students, and parents are enthusiastic about the learning process to develop high student acheivement.
Check out the Video for IMPORTANT information regarding virtual learning!
Distance Learning Parent/Student Handbook
Welcome from Staff!
20-21 School Year Dates:
Sept. 1-4: Device Check Out (See Information Below for sign up)
Sept. 4: 4-5pm - Facebook Live Q/A at bit.ly/BVparents
Sept. 25: Virtual Curriculum Night
Device Check Out - LAST DAY
Remember, your student must be FULLY ENROLLED in order to receive a device. This includes updated residency checks and immunization records. If you are not sure you are fully enrolled, you can call Lisa Crosby at 816-316-5300.
Students in grades K-3 will receive iPads.
Students in grades 4-5 will receive MacBooks
Pickup Times:
September 4 - 8am-7pm
Sign up for a device pickup time by clicking HERE
Device Insurance
The district is offering device insurance you can purchase between now and October 10th. This will cover damages to the device should they happen.
iPads $25
MacBooks $45
You can order insurance by clicking HERE
Student Tech Helpline
How does Virtual Learning Even work????
All teachers will work with parents and students to navigate canvas and the virtual school day.
Partnerships between Parents and Teachers are always an important part of a student's success! Virtual learning is no different. Please reach out any time you have questions or concerns. We will assist you in any way we can.
Meal Pick Up
LINC Community Help: Resources and Relationships
LINC Caring Communities site coordinators want to support children as they go back to school — virtually or in person — and help families with pressing needs such as:
School supplies
Virtual school support
Food
Housing issues
Utility Assistance
Legal aid, job search help and other needs
Click HERE for more information
2020-2021 Re-Opening Information
2020 Enrollment
Click HERE for online enrollment
When you enroll, you will need to choose from two options:
A. Distance Learning - your student will learn online for the entire semester regardless of other district changes.
B. Blended Learning - your student will learn online to begin the semester, but will have the opportunity to come back into the classroom when the district deems it safe to do so.
If you need assistance with Enrollment or have questions, please call Lisa Crosby at 816-316-5302
2020-2021 Grandview Supply lists
We recommend you purchase supplies for your students even though we are currently learning virtually. Students will need supplies at home to complete their work. They can bring them into school when we are back in the building.
Student ID Cards
BIST Virtual Parenting Series (If you missed one, see video below!)
Dear Parents and Guardians,
As part of ongoing support for families, your child’s school is offering a series of classes for parents and guardians through a partnership with the Behavior Intervention Support Team (BIST). These training sessions are designed to help you manage your child’s virtual learning, provide ways you can support your child’s developing behavior skills, and increase consistency between home and school.
BIST Virtual Parenting Series
6:15 PM - 6:30 PM Enter Zoom Room
6:30 PM - 7:15 PM Informational Session
7:15 PM - 7:30 PM Questions and Answers
September 1: Parenting Virtual Learners - Missed it? Watch Video HERE
September 8: We’re All in This Together
September 15: The Power of Parenting without Anger
September 22: Problem Solving Toward Change
September 29: Strengthening Our Team
How to Register for Free Training
All sessions will be provided virtually at no cost, but registration is required,and space is limited. Please enroll on or before Friday, August 28, using the form below.
Once enrolled, you will receive an email containing the Zoom link by 3:00 PM on Monday, August 31. If you do not receive the email, please contact our office at bist@cornerstonesofcare.org for assistance.
We are excited to offer this opportunity to you!
Sincerely,
Marty Huitt, Director
Behavior Intervention Support Team/Cornerstones of Care
9700 Grandview Road
Kansas City, MO 64137
@MartyHuitt
Teacher Feature:
What? - I teach second grade.
Background: I earned my teaching degree from Illinois State University and moved here in 1997 to begin teaching 4th grade in a Kansas City Catholic school. I came to Belvidere in 2007 and have had the opportunity to teach 3rd, 4th, and 5th grade here over the years. This is my 3rd year teaching 2nd grade and I am loving it! It has been a joy to see so many Belvidere families growing up over the years.
Personal Life (in under 10 words): two amazing kids, Leo (14) and Ella (13), supportive family, love cooking!
Best Advice: Treat others the way you would like to be treated :)
Suggested book to read before graduation: Mrs. Wheeler and I agree..."Oh, The Places You'll Go!" by Dr. Seuss
What are you learning right now? - I'm learning strategies for teaching virtually! I'm also working on my master's degree to be a reading specialist.
PTA Information
Even in a virtual environment, the support of our Parents and PTA are so important. The $7 membership fee goes towards many things students need during the school year, including getting materials into students hands during virtual learning.
- Interested in joining our PTA? Fill out THIS FORM and email it to belviderebobcatpta@gmail.com
- Interested in being a part of the PTA board? Email belviderebobcatpta@gmail.com.
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Principal
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Belvidere Elementary
Belvidere Elementary School
Email: lisa.crosby@grandviewc4.net
Website: https://belvidere.grandviewc4.net/
Location: 15010 White Avenue, Grandview, MO, USA
Phone: 816-316-5300
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