Our Kindergarten students went on a field trip to the pumpkin patch! Check out how much fun was had! https://live.myvrspot.com/iframe?v=YmNhYjE2NDBiMTJhYjNlYWM0MDFkYTEwYzFjZGU0OWY
Next week is Bethel Spirit Week! See image for details!
Attention Bethel Families, the All Pro Dad’s Breakfast will be next Wednesday, Oct 9th at 8AM. Invites are coming home today. Please RSVP by Friday. Any adult role model is welcome to attend with their Bethel student. For questions please contact our Community Engagement Coordinator, Debra Falkenberg at debra.falkenberg@gc.k12.va.us OR 804-693-0654.
📢 Important Update: Tailgate Event Postponed Due to Weather
Due to the forecasted weather conditions, we are postponing our tailgate event that was scheduled for tomorrow. The new date for the event is October 18.
Please note that the game itself has NOT been canceled and will continue as planned.
We appreciate your understanding and look forward to seeing everyone at the rescheduled tailgate! Stay safe and stay tuned for more updates. 🌧️🎉🏈
🎉 Youth Night Tailgate Party! 🎉
Join us for some Friday night fun at the Youth Night Tailgate on September 27th from 4-7 PM at the GHS Field Hockey Field—right before the football game! 🏈🎈
This event is FREE and open to the community, with fun activities for all ages. Don’t miss out on the ultimate pre-game party!
#YouthNight #Community #FridayFun #FootballFever #GoDukes
Join the fun with Bayport! See flyer for details and click the link to begin your new membership. https://powerforms.docusign.net/b9039125-cbdd-4c42-afac-49fd1d4c5a55?env=na1&accountId=ca454d6b-326c-4dc1-b9a2-97fa0adca701
Due to the heat advisory, GCPS will take appropriate precautions for all outdoor activities on Thursday, August 29, 2024. Precautions may include cancellation, moving activities inside, providing frequent breaks, and opportunities for hydration.
Free breakfast and lunch are available for all enrolled GCPS students! Check the graphic for details!
Bayport Savings Days are back! See flyer for dates!
Mark your Calendars!!! Picture Day is Tuesday, October 8th!
📢 Informational Listening Sessions
Join us for our upcoming Informational Listening Sessions! These sessions are an excellent opportunity for open conversation and an overview of our strategic plan for the new school year. We invite all community members to attend and share their insights.
New-to-Bethel families in Preschool and grades 1-5 are invited to attend our New Bethel Bear Orientation. Kindergarten families will receive this information at Kindergarten Camp.
Back to School Vaccine Clinic information! Vaccination requirements can be found at https://www.vdh.virginia.gov/immunization/requirements/
Mark your calendars!!! We can't wait to see our Bethel Bears at Open House for the the 2024-2025 school year!
All upcoming Kindergarteners are welcome to join us for Kindergarten Camp. See flyer for all of the details!
3rd, 4th, and 5th students from Bethel Elementary had the opportunity to participate in the Daughters of American Junior American Citizens Stamp Contest. The 2023-2024 theme was Sparkling In The Stars with the 50th Anniversary of the NASA Space Shuttle Program. Students competed against children from all of the United States and Bethel is pleased to announce that they had students place on the local, state, regional and national level.
Here is a list of Bethel’s winners.
Third Grade
Local Level- Williamsburg Chapter Winners
Honorable Mention Williamsburg Chapter DAR- Tanner Rowe and Isla Williams
Williamsburg Chapter 3rd Place- Halle Kennedy
Williamsburg Chapter 2nd Place- Jacob Addleman
State, Eastern Division (Region), and National
Aubree McFarland won 1st Place for Williamsburg Chapter, 1st Place for the State of Virginia, 1st Place for the Eastern Divison (Region), and also received a National Daughters of the American Revolution Third Grade Stamp Design Honorable Mention.
4th Grade
Local Level- Williamsburg Chapter Winners
Williamsburg Chapter Honorable Mentions- Bella Hudgins, Kaelyn Carter, Lillian Bloom, Jolleen Fawcett
Williamsburg Chapter 3rd Place- Andrew King
State, Eastern Division (Region), and National
Keane Barnett won 1st Place Williamsburg Chapter, 1st Place for the State of Virginia, 1st Place for the Eastern Division (Region), and also received the 2nd Place Award for the National Daughters of the American Revolution National 4th Grade Stamp Design.
5th Grade
Local Level- Williamsburg Chapter
Williamsburg Chapter Honorable Mentions- Ellie Panos
Williamsburg Chapter 3rd Place- Cordie Seltzer
Williamsburg Chapter 2nd Place- Veronica Childs
State, Eastern Division (Region), and National
Zelda Parker won 1st Place for Williamsburg Chapter, 1st Place for the State of Virginia and also won 2nd Place for the Eastern Division (Region)
There are 3 yearbooks left available for purchase! Please contact Ms. Burris in the office for more details!
Check out the latest Bethel Bear Tracks E-bulletin! Follow this link for the volunteer form! form https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/3181/Be_ES/3327748/Fillable.New_Vol_Info_Form_1.5.23B.pdf
You can also contact Mrs. Falkenberg at debra.falkenberg@gc.k12.va.us to sign up to be a volunteer!
Math on Main is still on! See you on Main Street tomorrow starting at 10:00 AM. You don't want to miss it!
SCA Spirit Week starts on Monday!
