Sept. 11, 2020
Mark Your Calendars
We start and end with A Days next week.  Make sure you have learned from your teachers how to attend Content Hour each afternoon. 
Technical Support & Laptop Pick-Up
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. 

If a student has not picked up a laptop yet, they can make an appointment to drive through and pick one up here. 
Back to School - Parent Forms
If you thought you were being spared from all those first day forms that we love, please know that they are still alive and kicking.  However they are electronic this year and that's very exciting.  
 
We need you to login to HISD Connect Parent Portal (It can be found on our website on the left-hand side under Helpful Links).  Once inside the parent portal you will see on the left-hand side a link to FORMS.  
 
While all the forms are important, we want to specifically draw your attention to the Socio-Economic Form as this impacts our overall school budget in a large way.
It is critical that these forms be completed as soon as possible so that we may maximize our overall school funding.  If you have any questions about the forms then please contact Miriam Mulet
(mmulet1@houstonisd.org).  
Textbooks
Textbook pick-up will continue in the afternoons next week. If we are out of a book that you need, your teacher will let you know when we have more in stock.
INSTRUMENT AND ART SUPPLY DISTRIBUTION
Do you need to pick up an instrument or art/photography supplies?  The following dates have been designated for picking up these items (by appointment only):

Sep. 16, 2-6pm  - Instruments and Art/Photography Supplies
Sep. 22, 2-6pm - Art/Photography Supplies
 
Pick up locations will be outside of the building on South Rice.  Band/Orchestra will be near the MPR entrance, Guitar near the Auditorium entrance, and Art/Photography on the corner of S.Rice/Maple. 
Students in band, guitar, orchestra, art, and photography should contact their teachers to set up an appointment.     


HISD Connect Parent Portal - Access Codes
Approximately ten days ago an email was sent to all students via their HISD email account.  This email contained an "Access Code" and "Pass Word" for parents to use to create an account. HISD Connect can be accessed from the homepage of the website under Helpful links.  You can also access it here.  Accounts can be created beginning on Monday, August 31.
Course Change Requests
If a student sees an error on their schedule they should submit a Course Change Request Form online.  The forms are available under the Counselor's Tab and on the Home Page of our website.  

Please remember that course change requests should only be submitted if there is an error.  Students should follow their current schedule until an updated schedule is shared.  
Advocacy
We are working to resolve a technical issue around how attendance is noted during Advocacy.  Please understand that Advocacy is not a course that student's receive a grade for and is not included on a student's high school transcript. 

Senior Portraits
Senior Portraits will be taken on campus September 24 and 25th by appointment. Social Distancing protocols will be in place to enter the facility. Sign up here:
Bellaire Fine Arts
Check out the many amazing Fine Arts programs that are offered at Bellaire!  Click here to see them all. 

Volleyball 
Are you interested in playing volleyball at Bellaire? Bellaire Volleyball would love to talk with you. Complete this short form and they will be in touch with you! 
Bellaire Theatre Department.

It is not too late to audition for the Bellaire Theatre Department!  

If you are auditioning for theatre production, perform a 30-45 second monologue from a published play, plus your slate (the total should not be more than one minute) and video it. 

If you are auditioning for theatre tech, create an original design (costume, set, make up, or prop) based on a scene from a published play, present it (the total should not be more than two-minutes including your slate) and video it. In your video, we want to see the full design process. From inspirations, beginning sketches to the finished product. Be sure to showcase your creation.  
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact any of us. 
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. 
UIL Athletic Update
The Texas University Interscholastic League (UIL) governs both the academic and athletic competition programs within the state of Texas.  In collaboration with the UIL and the HISD Athletic Department, the plan is to allow High School athletic programs to begin in-person practices either before school or after school.  If you have an interest in participating with any of the four programs that will begin practices September 8 - Cross Country, Football, Golf, and Volleyball - then please access this https://www.houstonisd.org/domain/27779 link to contact the head coach for more information.  
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.
Updated HISD Academic Calendar
Families can download a copy of the updated HISD Academic Calendar here.
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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