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Belton High School Parent Newsletter - January 2023
Important Upcoming Dates: Save the Date
- Jan 13th - No School - Teacher Work Day
- Jan 16th - No School - MLK Day
- Jan 18th - Quarter 2 Grades Emailed to Families
- Jan 26th - Curriculum Fair/ Guided Enrollment Grades 8-11
- Jan 26th - FAFSA Frenzy BHS 6-7
- Feb 11th - Courtwarming Dance
Belton High School Cutlass TV- Year in Review Edition
Save the Date- Guided Enrollment/Curriculum Fair
A+ Information
Important Information for Families of Seniors
Safety and Security
BHS Families,
One of our top priorities at BHS is to ensure students and staff are safe while they are in our buildings. Over the past few weeks, we have noticed that students are propping or holding an exterior door open for other students or guests to enter the high school. This is a major safety concern that we take very seriously. Everyone must enter the building from the main entrance of BHS and be acknowledged by office staff. Our administration will be keeping a close eye on this and if your student has breached security, they will receive a consequence.
Thank you,
BHS Administration
Belton Education Foundation Scholorships
Belton Educational Foundation Scholarships (multiple scholarships $500-$4000)
Looking for students with a plan to achieve their goals and make a difference for others in the community. Involvement in activities and academic achievement are considered, as well as A+ criteria. Financial need is considered for some of these scholarships, but not all of them. Strong academic achievement is a consideration for some, but not all, of these scholarships.
Sandy Hamilton Memorial Scholarship ($250-$500)
The recipient must have a 3.0 or higher GPA and must be planning to attend Pittsburg State University.
Nathaniel S. Holle Memorial Scholarship (up to $600)
A student at Belton High School who plans to pursue a two or four-year degree or certification in emergency services or allied health. Preference for this scholarship will be given to students with a diagnosis of epilepsy or seizure disorder, though a student will not be required to have this diagnosis to qualify for the scholarship. Looking for a student who shows perseverance, one who has a “never give up” attitude. Applicants should have at least a 2.0 GPA. Letter of recommendation required.
Charles F. Pitts Memorial Scholarship ($2500)
A student who plans to pursue a 2-4 year degree or certification in a traditional discipline such as accounting, finance, engineering, pre-medical, education, etc. An additional consideration is given to the student’s involvement in sports and school activities such as student government, clubs, and community service, etc. Financial need is considered for this scholarship.
Art and Nora Hoyt Scholarship ($1000)
A student who plans to pursue a 2-4 year degree with certification in a traditional discipline such as accounting, finance, engineering, sciences, pre-medical, education, etc. Excluding those seeking degrees in art, religion, philosophy, music, dance, etc. Special consideration will be given to students who are first or second-generation immigrants to the United States and who show financial need in order to further his or her education. Applicants should have at least a 3.0 GPA
Troy M. Shaw Memorial Scholarship ($1000)
This scholarship is offered in memory of Troy Shaw whose life was tragically taken by Melanoma in 2019. Troy leaves behind a legacy of community service, kindness, and curiosity. After his graduation from Belton High School, he immediately began contributing to the community through service to the school, community organizations, and later the Belton Police Department. Troy’s enduring service to the community and friends will be memorialized through this scholarship. The recipient is to be a student at Belton High School with a minimum 2.5 weighted GPA who is graduating and planning to attend trade school or college. The recipient must demonstrate a deep interest in community service. This scholarship is targeted toward a student who values his/her community and expresses goals of making a difference in Belton. Preference will go to a student pursuing a certification or degree in emergency services, information technology, or computer science, however, other career fields will be considered.
Apply for all BEF Scholarships Here
Theater Students Honored at Missouri Thespian Conference
Bryant Barkley who received a SUPERIOR rating on his short film submissions and is now eligible for the International Thespian Festival and will also be invited to present at the Fine Arts Day at the Capital in March.
Our Makeup Design Team which includes Adriann Jones, Ash McMillen, Aaron Brotherton, & Khai Moffett received THIRD PLACE overall.
The Improv Intensive team (Kaitlyn Waggoner, Leilani Jones, Ayla McCann, Killian Lewis, & Ash McMillen) received an EXCELLENT Rating.
Ayla McCann & Payton Edmonds received an EXCELLENT rating in Musical Duet
Sai Seibert received an EXCELLENT rating in Musical Solo
The Set Design team (Payton Edmonds, Jeffrey Jones, and CJ Bosler) received an EXCELLENT rating
The Costume Design team (Kaitlyn Waggoner, Alyssa Hardee, and Audrie Schmitz) received an Excellent rating.
Belton Theater Presents Clue
Senior Gio Mack Joins Exclusive 1,000 Point Club
Human Services Academy Students Visit KCPD Crime Lab
Architecture and Construction Students Build New Workbenches
Engineering Pathway Students Get Hands-On Learning.
Social Media Videos & District Policy
Disrespectful or Disruptive Conduct or Speech
Administration have seen an increase in students making inappropriate comments. Profanity, verbal abuse, threats or conversations about weapons are all examples of disruptive speech or conduct that can easily be inflammatory to many people and create safety concerns for BHS and result in disciplinary action. Please review this information and Board Policy with your student.
Learn More About The Academies of Belton
Career and Technical Education (CTE) Parent Reimbursement Program
The Belton School District has been given limited funds from the State of Missouri to
reimburse individuals for expenses incurred as students in approved Career and
Technical Education (CTE) programs in the Belton School District.
Under this program, the district may reimburse parents, guardians, or students for the
following costs associated with CTE:
● Industry Recognized Credentials & Stackable Credentials
● DESE-approved Technical Skills Attainments
● Dual credit earned (successfully completed) from a CTE class
● Equipment and clothing purchased by the parent/guardian or student required for
the student’s CTE training. Examples include (but are not limited to):
○ Industry/school specific professional/technical dress (uniforms,
career-specific clothing, official CTSO-required clothing)
○ Industry-specific tools (including those purchased using
industry-sponsored discounts)
○ Industry-specific specialty equipment and Personal Protective Equipment
(PPE)
The district may reimburse any eligible cost incurred between March 13, 2020, and
September 30, 2023.
A copy of the original itemized receipt must be provided to obtain a refund. All
receipts will eventually be uploaded to a reimbursement form for approval and
processing. Reimbursements will be made on a first come, first serve basis for all
allowable items with itemized receipts. The form will be made available soon.
Reimbursement considerations will happen in two windows of time - one in December
and one in April until funds are depleted or the grant eligibility timeline expires. Checks
will be mailed to the parents/guardians/student at the address provided in the form.
Parents with students in approved CTE programs will receive an email with a link to the
reimbursement form at the beginning of each reimbursement window. The first window
will open December 1, 2022.
Employability skills are essential to success in life!
About Us
Email: bhsoffice@bsd124.org
Website: beltonschools.org
Location: 801 West North Avenue, Belton, MO, USA
Phone: (816) 489-7500