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!
Good afternoon,
We're pleased to inform you that Peasley Middle School, as well as Bethel and Petsworth Elementary, have been approved to end their secure status, allowing for the dismissal of all students and staff on time. All afternoon activities will proceed as scheduled. This decision follows close collaboration with the Gloucester County Sheriff’s Office, and we appreciate their assistance throughout this process. We also extend our gratitude to parents and the community for their trust and patience.
We encourage parents/guardians to review the Standard Response Protocol resources shared on the GCPS website on April 26, 2024. Additionally, we thank students, staff, and family members for adhering to our safety response.
Thank you for your cooperation and understanding.
Sincerely,
Gloucester County Public Schools
Don't forget about Math on Main! We are going to share some highlights with you as we get closer to the main event. See you there!
Last Call for Summer School-A-Palooza Registration! Don’t miss out on the summer adventure of a lifetime! Check out our graphic for more details, or give your school a call today for all the information you need to join in the fun! From exciting activities to enriching educational opportunities, Summer School-A-Palooza promises an unforgettable experience for all learners.
Don't miss your chance to get a yearbook! You can also be an "Angel Donor" and fund a yearbook for a student who may not be able to afford one.
https://yearbookforever.com/schools/bethel_elementary_buy_yearbook_387340/WyDnkR9P1id2SrHChIeAzCr2?fbclid=IwAR3RfogbE4Hpjsyu__w4OjWDWdYo5L5Qs2DUU4uA8sRf_LClKoJ2hPOEWSA_aem_AcYKYQgwwvFhIsRf-5BtlQnqPNKUxliKo8C7_Ur1TJWPXgaDh1acOd1-OGgBePPcU11WYFVgXNcOfDf0SzT6bJps
Did you know every April is known as 'Month of the Military Child'? This month is designated to stand as a reminder of the unique challenges faced by children in military families and the unwavering support they provide to their parents in uniform! Join Bethel staff and students throughout the Commonwealth as we "PURPLE UP" to show support for the annual PURPLE UP DAY for Military Kids celebration!
Please join us for our last All Pro Dad’s Breakfast of the school year! Any adult role model is welcome to attend with their Bethel student. RSVP forms are coming home this week, please return them by April 17th.
You're cordially invited to join us for an engaging and informal coffee/tea session with Dr. Vladu, Superintendent of Gloucester County Public Schools. This is a wonderful opportunity to meet Dr. Vladu in person, ask questions, share ideas, and connect with other members of our school community. This event will be held in the TC Walker Education Center Cafe.
