Winter Break Reprieve
As we approach the Christmas break, it is my sincere hope that each of us can find time to simply rest. And to support this effort, I have made the decision that there will be no new assignments given to students that are to be completed over the two weeks we are away. The spring semester will be the next leg in this marathon, and we cannot make it to the finish line without taking care of ourselves and supporting each other. 
Student Council Spirit Week
Our Student Government has organized a set of Holiday Themes for next week. We look forward to sharing some holiday cheer throughout the halls.
Choir and Orchestra Winter Concert
This event will take place over two concerts on December 10th at 6:30 and 7:30. 
HISD Board Trustee Runoff Election Tomorrow
Reminder - The runoff election for three HISD Board Trustee positions is tomorrow (Saturday, December 11). We encourage everyone in those three district areas to model for their children the importance of exercising their right to vote.
PSAT Scores are Available
The scores for the October PSAT administration have been released online.

How to Access Your Scores
If you provided your email address on your answer sheet on test day, you should have received an email notifying you that your scores are available.
The email will have a unique access code that will connect you to your scores online. If you haven't already done so, you'll be asked to set up a free College Board account before you can view your scores.
If you didn’t provide an email address on your answer sheet on test day, you can still access your scores online. If you haven't already done so, you'll be asked to set up a free College Board account before you can view your scores.

If you need help understanding your PSAT scores click here.
December STAAR Testing - Next Week

Students that did not pass a STAAR exam in Algebra 1, Biology, or US History will retest in next week. Students that are testing will receive an email this weekend from Ms. Mulet with their testing dates and room assignments. Below are the dates that the STAAR tests will be given.

Algebra 1 - Monday, December 13 and 14
Biology - Wednesday, December 15
US History - Thursday, December 16

*Tutorials will continue after the winter holidays for any student that does not pass a STAAR exam in December and for students participating in HB4545 Accelerated Learning.

How to check your STAAR Scores:
1. Go to the Texas Assessment website
2. Click on "Visit the Family Portal"
3. Click on "Look Up Unique Access Code"
4. Enter the following information: 
  • First Name
  • Social Security Number (SSN) OR State Number (S-Number)
  • Birthdate. 
5. Click on "Go" 

If you have a testing question, please email Ms. Mulet.
Camp Spark
Small-group tutorials and Credit Recovery will be offered the first two days of winter break (December 20-21).

Classes will run from 8 am-2 pm on both days.

For more information, please contact your counselor
Superintendent's Survey
All of our families are encouraged to participate in the Superintendent’s Parent Survey. Your responses will help Superintendent House understand parents’ experiences with the district so far. This will help inform the district’s planning to improve student learning across the district. The survey will take approximately 15 minutes to complete, and your answer will be completely anonymous. Click here to complete the survey.
Senior Panoramic Picture - Next Wednesday
We will be taking the panoramic picture for the Class of 2022 on December 15 at 1:30 pm. All seniors will report to 5th period after Cardinal Hour. Seniors will be called to come down to take the panoramic picture. Please be sure to bring payment to purchase and receive your photographs the very next day: Thursday, December 16th, and Friday, December 17th during lunch.
Price Packages:
$30.00 - Panoramic
$35.00 -Panoramic One Medium Panoramic
(Best Deal!)
$45.00 - (3 Picture Formation Package)
Large Laminated Panoramic, w/ One Medium
Panoramic, & One Medium '22 Formation

They accept Cash, Check, or Debit/Credit Cards
MAKE CHECKS PAYABLE TO "Goldbeck Company”
(Please include a phone number on all checks)
Goldbeck Company • 4407 Center Gate • San Antonio • TX 78217
1-800-656-9289 • www.goldbeckcompany.com
Toy Drive
The African American Association is hosting a Toy Drive. Donations will be made to the Star of Hope Shelter. Toy drop off is in the attendance office. For more information, follow them on Instagram @Bellaire_AAA
Clothing Drive
FCA is hosting a clothing drive all through December. Please drop off your donation in room 1704 or 2705. Thanks for your support!
Food Drive For the Houston Food Bank
The Italian National Honor Society and Food For Houston would like to express their deepest appreciation to teachers and students that took part in our Fall Food Drive for the Houston Food Bank: on Saturday, December 4, we delivered 2,417 pounds of food to be distributed in the community. That's literally a TON of food. We delivered a TON. #CardinalProud

Bellaire High School is the best village in which to raise our students! Thank you for your generosity!
Hoodies are Here!
Stop by the Belles Room on Main Street Friday during lunch to purchase a black and white hoodie. Hoodies are $35 and you can pay with cash or card.

Bellaire Spirit Wear Online Here
Support BHS When You Shop Minted and AmazonSmile
We are partnering with Minted this holiday season!  Make your holiday card & gift purchases count this year by shopping at Minted using our unique code FUNDRAISEBELLAIRE at checkout. You’ll get a 20% discount and Minted will donate 15% of every purchase made using our code back to BHS PTO at the end of the year.  Spread the word and happy shopping!  https://www.minted.com/

Register with AmazonSmile and every time you make an eligible purchase, Amazon will donate 0.5% to BHS PTO.  All donations generated through AmazonSmile support the programs at BHS directly.  Choose "Bellaire High School Parent Teacher Organization" as your charity and bookmark the link.  Email the link to family, friends and neighbors and have them register too!  Please remember to use AmazonSmile every time you shop!  

Let's Reach 10% Family Participation Rate!
BHS PTO supports BHS financially and through advocacy. The number one reason to join the PTO is to benefit your child.  The simple act of joining the PTO provides instant financial support for our school. Make our school better, stay informed, and join the PTO http://www.bellairepto.org/join-the-pto-online.html
Class of 2022 Yard Signs and #CardinalProud Spirit Signs Available
The Bellaire PTO has signs available for purchase. Please email [email protected]
COVID-19 Notification Changes
We wanted to update you regarding the manner in which we will share notifications with families and the larger community. We will continue to follow the protocols shared in the Houston ISD Ready, Set, Go plan when a student is in close contact with a confirmed and/or presumed positive case. However, the district has shared that we should no longer share the general announcement with the entire school community, and instead only communicate with those directly impacted. The Houston ISD COVID-19 Dashboard remains updated on a regular basis and can be accessed at this link.
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.
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.
BECOME A CORPORATE SPONSOR 
BHS PTO is seeking corporate sponsors to partner with us to meet the needs at our new campus. Your tax-deductible contribution will make a positive impact on the lives of Bellaire students, and in return your business will be recognized throughout the year.  Learn more here. 
Thank you to the Bellaire PTO Corporate Sponsors for 2021-2022