August 21, 2020
Bellaire HS Distance Learning 
Please check the BHS Distance Learning website for information and resources for students and families.  You can find our daily schedule, information on digital resources, district resources, and more. http://www.distancelearningbhs.com/
 
Update on Cardinal Camp!
We are excited to welcome our 9th graders to the Bellaire High School family! Cardinal Camp is traditionally a one-day in-person orientation for incoming freshmen at BHS.  Due to COVID-19, our freshmen orientation will be delivered in multiple stages as school begins. Friday, August 28th, students will have access to information about various student support personnel and offices that are available to them for support as their school year begins. Club information and videos will be posted for students so that they can begin to familiarize themselves with our school culture while also beginning to select the organizations that they may want to join.  
Similar to the HISD-produced Parent Intro Course to Virtual Learning, HISD has produced a Student Introduction to Virtual Learning module as well.  The HISD has planned to have this online course available to students soon with the intent to assist them with their transition to this new digital environment. All of the resources will be available on our website and all students will have access to them from any device. Students who have not yet completed the enrollment process or that have not picked up their district device will still be able to view them. 
Tuesday, September 1st at 6:30 pm:  Mr. McDonough will host a Live Back to School Update for families.  We encourage all students and their families to watch as the Live Update will have information and procedures for students to follow for the first week of school. 
September 10th at 2:00 pm:  All 9th-grade students will be enrolled in the Cardinal Camp Course within the HUB.  Freshmen will attend a "Meet My Crew Leader" event and connect with two Bellaire upper-classmen student leaders. These Cardinal Crew Leaders will serve as mentors and small group facilitators for our freshmen throughout the school year.   

Friday, September 11th at 2:00 pm:  Bellaire will host a Virtual Club Jamboree.  9th grade students will attend this event through the HUB and they will have the chance to virtually visit rooms in which club members will be waiting to greet them, share information, and answer any questions.  #Classof2024
FAQ for Freshmen Families
We have put together a list of frequently asked questions. As we begin the school year virtually, getting accurate information to you is a priority. At the end of the FAQ, if you have additional questions that we have not addressed you will have an opportunity to submit them. 
Bellaire@Home Back to School Survey
As our remote learning program has begun, we want to connect with all of our families to be sure you have the tools needed for remote learning. The purpose of this survey Is to collect information that will optimize the remote learning experience for everyone. 

We are asking that a survey be submitted for each student that attends Bellaire High School.  Click here to access and submit your information. 
Back to School Update
Mr. McDonough will host a community meeting Tuesday, September 1st at 6:30pm. Join us for this Back to School Update.  We will send out a link to the community meeting closer to the date. 
HISD Parent Introduction to Virtual Learning
The transition to virtual learning can present various challenges for families. To ensure parents and guardians are better informed, this HISD course is designed to provide an introduction to virtual learning and guidance to support your student's virtual learning experience. Click here to access the course. 
Remind Messaging App
All parents and students are encouraged to join their BHS Class Remind Group. Remind is a communication tool that will deliver important communications through text message or email. You can download Remind for IOS here and Android here. Once you download the app, simply text the class code you belong to above to the number 81010.


Remind can also be accessed by clicking on the links below to join a group.




In addition to the class codes above, students will have the opportunity to receive communication and correspond with their teachers through the Remind App.

New Student Drive-Thru Laptop Pick-Up
New students can sign up for an appointment to check-out a laptop here. To check-out a laptop, each student is required to present their HISD Student ID number.  If a student has not completed the registration process, they should not sign up for an appointment. Questions about registration can be submitted to the Registrar's office. Drive-thru laptop pick-up will be held in the circle drive on Maple Street. 

**A system will be in place for new students to receive student ID's once we return to campus.
Returning Student Technical Support 
Students returning to Bellaire that need help with a technical issue should complete a Request for Technical Support.

After trouble shooting your problem, you will have the opportunity to schedule an appointment. Please bring your device, charger and case to your appointment. 
Student Schedules
HISD Connect is the new student information system for the Houston ISD and it will launch August 31st for students and parents. Student schedules and grades will be accessible through this portal. Finally, students will be able to see their preliminary course schedule beginning August 31st.
College Center News 
Seniors pop into one of the College Center Sessions during August and get connected to college resources. Two more sessions will be held this month! 
#ClassOf2021. 
Updated HISD Academic Calendar
Families can download a copy of the updated HISD Academic Calendar here.
Summer Graduation

The Houston Independent School District will host the
2020 Summer Virtual Graduation Ceremony
Saturday, August 22, 2020

The Premium YouTube ceremony will go live at 1:00 p.m.
 
We invite the family, friends and the Houston community to join us in celebrating the Summer Class of 2020!
 
To find the link to the Summer Virtual Graduation Ceremony, go to:
https://www.houstonisd.org/2020SummerGrads
It Takes A Village...
"Bellaire Share" is new this year. Please help us collect important information and get student and staff accomplishments out to our school community.  Share with us Bellaire HS activities and student achievements. You can upload your pictures of any event easily. Together we can accomplish a lot. You can submit information anytime on the homepage on the right side of the page or bookmark this link.
Join the PTO
Please consider joining the Bellaire PTO.  The PTO's Commitment to Learn Campaign is about to launch.  Funds donated to the PTO go directly to support students and learning at Bellaire High School.  There is no doubt that family involvement at Bellaire makes us a stronger school.  Join the PTO online here!
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