National Honor Society Scholarships
We're proud to announce that from nearly 10,000 applicants, William Fan, Elan Silberlicht, and Annie Zhu have each been selected as an NHS Scholarship recipient. Winners are chosen based on their demonstrated work to support the four pillars of NHS: scholarship, service, leadership, and character. Join us in congratulating William, Elan and Shirley on this accomplishment! A shout out to our National Honor Society Sponsors Mr. Casteel, Mr. Menchaca, and Ms. Kuhleman for the work they lead with our NHS students! #CardinalProud 
Bellaire Golf
Congrats to our 2 boys teams that finished 2nd & 3rd in District! Our 2nd Place team will be advancing to Regionals April 21-22. Shout out to Jerimiah Liscano who also qualified to advance to Regionals!

Congrats to our girls' team that finished 3rd in District! Jada Mills qualified to advance to Regionals too! 

We are #CardinalProud of all our players and Coach Sloan's leadership!
Parent Commitment Cycle 6
Every six weeks, the HISD allows families to change their learning preference for the upcoming grading cycle. If you plan to stay with your current learning setting, then you do NOT need to do anything else at this time. 
 
If you would like to change your learning setting for Cycle 6 (May 3 - June 11), then please complete this short form. We appreciate your attentiveness to this task as it enables us to plan for the successful return of any students to campus.  
 
Again, the decision you made for Cycle 5 remains in place for this school year unless you communicate to us a change in your learning preference. The window to communicate any change for Cycle 6 opens next week and runs from April 12 - 16.
PTO Summer Awards
The PTO recognizes the educational value of Study Abroad programs and supports the efforts of students that seek to broaden their international understanding.
The PTO will also support domestic and local enrichment programs that offer the same opportunities for service and leadership. Due to the pandemic, the options available to students globally will be limited, but students are encouraged to look for opportunities that are being offered locally. 
 
Applications are due by 11:59pm May 2, 2021.
 
STAAR English 1 and English 2 Exams
Next week STAAR Testing continues for English 1 and 2. Students testing on these dates will receive an email from [email protected] the night before each test with a room assignment. 

Tuesday, April 13th: English 1 Online Testers that could not complete the exam April 6th.

Thursday, April 15th: English 2 Retesting

Tuesday, April 20th: English 1 Retesting

If you have any questions regarding testing, please email Ms. Mullet. 

Safety Procedures During Testing: 
  • Students' temperatures will be checked upon entering the school. Any student with a fever will not be able to test.
  • All faculty and students will wear their masks properly, at all times.
  • Students will sit 6 feet apart from each other. 
  • There will be no more than 12 students assigned to a classroom. 
  • Only the students that are taking the STAAR exam will be on campus.

Below are the dates for STAAR Exams this Spring. Check our Testing Webpage for answers to all of your testing questions.
Attention Algebra I students and their parents: 
It is important to have practice with a TI-84 Plus calculator for the STAAR Algebra I EOC exam. On test day, you will have a TI-84 Plus calculator provided for your use. If you have not purchased a TI-84 Plus calculator, you have several options so that you can practice prior to the STAAR test.  
 
You can install a software emulator on your smartphone. Wabbitemu is free in Google Play, and Calculate84 is free in the Apple app store. 
 
You can also make an appointment with the Bellaire high school technology department to have the WabbitEmu software installed on your school laptop. The appointment will take 15-30 minutes. 
 
Click here to book your appointment.
Principals' Scholarships
Are you a Bellaire Senior with excellent character, enthusiastic service, diligent scholarship, and effective leadership? Then you are eligible to apply for some of Bellaire High Schools most prestigious scholarships, the Principals' Scholarship. The deadline for applying is April 11th. Click here to apply.
Seniors, We need to verify your name for your Diploma

This form needs to be submitted by Sunday, April 11th. https://form.jotform.com/210946771930056 (Extended)
TPP College Application Workshop led by Seniors
The big day is Mon, April 12 at 4:30! Don't miss our first "College Application Workshop," hosted by six of our senior members. Scan the QR code and pay just $10 for the inside scoop on the college application journey.
Student Council - Teacher Appreciation - Video Messages
Students can submit a message or short video of gratitude for their teachers, counselors, admin, or office staff. The deadline to submit a video is Sun, April 18th. Messages will be compiled and distributed to teachers during teacher appreciation week, May 3rd-7th.

Salvation Army's Hygiene Drive - This Weekend
Salvation Army's Hygiene Drive is being held this Saturday! Swing through the circle drive and drop off your donation.
  • Unused Disposable Razors
  • Unused Deodarant
  • New Underwear
  • New White T-Shirts
Applications are Open for Cardinal Crew Leaders
Are You a Leader? Apply to be on the Cardinal Crew and lead incoming freshmen. Being a Crew Leader allows you to connect and lead freshmen as they begin their high school journey. Serving as a crew leader is an honor and a lot of fun. 

Current sophomores and juniors are encouraged to submit an application. We need good role models for incoming freshmen and this is a great way to gain leadership experience. Click here to apply.
2021-2022 Bellaire Belles Applications and Tryouts 
Tuesday, April 20th ~ Tryout Routine Posted on Website 
Friday, April 23rd, Noon ~ Audition Video Due 
 
WEAR Black Bottoms, Black Top, Jazz Shoes, and attach your Audition Number to your outfit for your final audition video. 
 
Click HERE for the 2021-2022 Bellaire Belles application  
For more information – bellairebelles.org/belles-tryouts/  
Questions?  EMAIL [email protected]  
NHS Applications - Sat. Last Day to Drop-off App!
The Bellaire Chapter of the National Honor Society (NHS) invites only sophomore and junior students having a 3.7 grade point average or higher to complete the Candidate Information Sheet. Potential candidates were sent an informational email to their HISD email address.
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Requirements and Information:
  • NHS is a society of high school juniors and seniors who demonstrate four qualities for membership: scholarship, leadership, service, and character.
  •  NHS requires several commitments from its members:
  • Commitment to active participation in the Chapter’s activities, including attending meetings.
  • Commitment to tutoring students (3 hours a semester).
  • Commitment to volunteering through the Chapter’s service opportunities (6 hours a semester).
  • Commitment to having academic integrity and honesty.
  • Commitment to maintaining the highest academic standards by consistently maintaining a GPA of 3.7 or higher.
For more information click here.
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Apply to be on the Three Penny Press
The Three Penny Press produces amazing publications! Joining Three Penny Press means you will become part of an ambitious and hard working team of students who create content for multiple media platforms - including print, web, social media and a broadcast component (in the works). Your work will be entered in state and national contests and you will be connected to journalists and teachers nationwide who specialize in all areas of journalism and communications. Please complete this application to the best of your ability. Remember that spelling and grammar is important. :) The deadline has been EXTENDED to FRIDAY, APRIL 16, 2021. This will be the final deadline. Early applicants will have priority. Click here to apply!
Apply to be on Yearbook
Being on the Carillon staff is a commitment not to be taken lightly. The applicant should understand that yearbook is a student-run publication and, as such, involves many extra hours outside of school, especially near deadlines. It is important that the applicant also understands that he/she must attend a summer camp held in late July/early August. Because of COVID-19, this camp will likely take place at/near Bellaire.  
Red Bird Productions - Theatre Auditions for Next Year
Auditions to join the Bellaire theatre company, Red Bird Productions, will not be in person this year. That doesn’t mean they can’t still happen – but in a virtual format! We’d still love to meet you! Read more about the auditions here.
Student Council. - Deadline Approaching
Are you looking for a way to get involved and make a difference at Bellaire? Apply to be a part of the Student Council for the 2021-22 school year. 

The deadline is Sunday, April 11th at 11:59 pm. Any freshmen, sophomore, or junior can apply. Applications can be submitted online here.
Cheerleader Applications and Tryouts - Deadline Today
Bellaire Cheer applications are available for download. Applications should be Scanned & Emailed by Friday, April 9, 2021 4:30 pm, to Coach Perez [email protected]; JV please CC Mrs. Masters  [email protected]
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JV and Varsity Cheerleader Tryouts will be virtual and held: Friday, April 16, 2021
Try-out material will be sent via text message on Monday, April 12th to all candidates who have completed the required paperwork and have met all criteria. Download an application here. A link to an join an informational meeting about tryouts will be on the homepage of our website in the cheer announcement.
9th & 10th Grade Course Selection
Please ask your daughter/son if they have submittted their course selection form!

If a 9th or 10th grade student has not submitted a course selection sheet it needs to be submitted ASAP.

Check our website for information and videos of counseling sessions full of information about course selection.
Senior Dues
Our Senior Dues package includes a Senior T-Shirt, Cap and Gown, Diploma Package, and Senior Celebration event. We have online payment set-up through SchoolPay to make paying dues fast and easy.

Click here to pay online now. You will need to scroll down the page on SchoolPay and look for the item entitled Senior Dues.
#Classof2021
College Center News
Upcoming Events
           Senior Open Advising- Monday and Thursday at 12:20 to 1:20.
            HCC Open Advising- Wednesday at 12:20 to 1:20
            Financial Aid Advising- Friday at 12:20
            Junior Advising- Tuesday at 12:20
            Bellaire Decision Day- May 4th; more information coming soon      
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4/15
4/16

 
10th Grade College Center Meeting:
On Wednesday, March 31st, the College Center hosted the 10th Grade College Center Meeting. This meeting was for the entire graduating class of 2023. Please review the recording to ensure success in the coming years.
 11th Grade College Resources:
 
12th Grade Updates
  • Open Advising Hours- Daily during Cardinal Hour (except Tuesdays)
  • Join the College Centers TEAMS to join the Open Advising.
  • Please continue to check your college emails and university portals for updates and requirements.
  • It is still not too late to complete financial aid applications, if you have not already. Please email The College Center to set up a one-on-one appointment.
  • Submit a copy of ALL acceptance letters (even the schools you are not choosing to attend) and ALL scholarship and financial aid offers.
  • For acceptances, please upload at tinyurl.com/accept2021
  • For scholarships and financial aid awards, please upload at tinyurl.com/award2021
  • Now is the time to have your senior prepare for the TSI test for college placement. For more information about the TSI, click HERE.
  • For scholarship opportunities, check out [tinyurl.com/BHSCash4Cards]CASH4CARDS!
 
Bellaire Bucks: Local Scholarships
  • Principals' Scholarship (due April 11)
Value: Varies
Criteria: Applicant must be a 2021 senior at Bellaire HS. Please include typed essay and an uploaded photo of yourself. Click HERE to apply online.
 
  • Alumni and Friends of Bellaire 2021 Scholarship (due May 1)
Value: $2,000, non-renewable
Criteria: Applicant must be a 2021 senior at Bellaire HS. Please include 4 written responses, a letter of recommendation, a wallet size photo of yourself, and an unofficial transcript. Click HERE to apply online. 
Categories: AFBHS General Scholarship, Sherry Senior Scholarship (Math/STEM majors preferred), Cesar Diaz Scholarship (Open to students currently in ROTC to pay for college), BAAAAS (Open to African American/Black students)
 
To check the College Center availability or to schedule a one-on-one meeting with either Mr. Lee or Mr. Stewart, please visit bit.ly/BellaireCC.
Enrollment for the 2021-2022 School Year
Enroll Online NOW for the 2021-2022 School Year! https://houstonisd.org/Domain/52478 *Students currently attending an HISD middle school with an address zoned to Bellaire do not need to complete the online enrollment application. #CardinalProud
INCOMING 9TH GRADE COURSE SELECTION
Counselors will be visiting feeder middle schools and meeting via Teams with students. Dates counselors will be hosting sessions will be added to this page as we confirm them.
Lanier Middle School - Friday, April 16 from 12:40-1:10 - Link to Join Session
Meyerland Middle School - Monday, April 19, at 8:30 am. - Link to Join Session
Pershing Middle School - Monday, April 11 at 9:00am - Link to Join Session
Pin Oak Middle School - Wednesday, April 14 at 3:00 pm - Link to Join the Session
Private School Students - Thursday, April 15th at 5:00 pm - Link to Join the Session
The Rice School - Wednesday, April 21 at 10:45 pm - Link to Join the Session
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.
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!