First Day of School at Belleville Schools

The School District of Belleville students had an exciting welcome on their first day of school. At the Elementary school, parents and students had a meet and greet with their teachers, the Intermediate school threw a Welcome Back Celebration, and the Middle/High school had Jackson and Ashley, from the Q106 Morning Show, broadcast right from the Belleville Middle/High School parking lot, joining the Wildcat tailgate fun.
Belleville's Elementary School serves our 4k through first grade students. For many, last Tuesday was their very first day of school. Excitement ran high as teachers started to build relationships with their students and families. These early bonds help create long lasting relationships that ensure academic success.
The Intermediate School threw their kids a Welcome Back Celebration. Teachers greeted their students outside and kids entered the building under a tunnel of teachers.
Once inside, students and parents gathered for a morning meeting. During the meeting, teachers and staff introduced themselves to our families. Having the participation of parents and families helps Belleville grow as a community of learning.
To welcome the students back, the Middle/High School staff organized a Wildcat tailgate party. Staff offered their trucks and vans, serving breakfast on the tailgates. In addition to breakfast, student could play yard games like bean bags, frisbee, and ladder golf.
Students and staff mingled together, catching up until just after 8:00 a.m., as it was time for class to start.
Our radio guests, Jackson and Ashley, helped create the festive atmosphere. Both came with Belleville connections. Jackson graduated from Belleville High School back in 1999. When asked to come do their show, Jackson jumped at the opportunity so he could give back to his hometown. Ashley married into Belleville, as her husband graduated from Belleville High School a few years after Jackson.
Along with their wit and humor, the radio personalities brought gifts. Students had the opportunity to win prizes ranging from Sugar River Pizza gift cards to Christen Brothers oil changes.
Aside from all the fun and games, Q106 also gave the School District of Belleville a voice to the wider community. As a district, we had the opportunity to showcase what we offer kids. Mr. Neumann, our Project Lead The Way instructor, spoke with Jackson and Ashley about our trades program and how he hopes to build relationships with the surrounding businesses.
These relationships will hopefully lead to hands on learning opportunities for our students.
Superintendent Yoder promoted our other two initiatives, One to One Technology and the Partnerships in Comprehensive Literacy Center.
Excitement is growing over the School District of Belleville and the unique opportunities for our students. As the year progresses, we look forward to seeing what our students can achieve.
We are a district with small classes, but big ideas and as we offer these initiatives to our students we hope the community engages as well to create a true culture of learning.
Our school year started off with enthusiasm and lets all work together to keep the energy high as we move throughout the year.
Each of our schools is off to a great year. Both our students and staff will grow in amazing ways and become stronger members of the community. Stay tuned to what the School District of Belleville is doing, and feel free to ask how you can participate.