
Spring Picture Day is coming! Mark your calendars for Tuesday March 26th!
As a reminder, families can access PROOFS of student pictures by using the QR Codes on students' individually printed Photo ID Flyer, so be sure to check Communication Folders that afternoon and keep the QR code on hand.
If you did not have a chance to view your child's FALL PICTURES, you can contact Candid Color Photography using the attached directions.



Our amazing Technology Resource Teacher, Ms. Tara Lord, has been SPOTLIGHTED by CodeVA! We are so lucky to have her on our staff here at Bethel!


Join us for Read Across America Spirit Week on March 4th - 8th!


Check out the latest Bethel Bear Tracks!


Today and every day, we extend our heartfelt gratitude to our amazing school bus drivers who ensure our students arrive safely to school and back home. Thank you for your dedication and commitment! 🚌💫 #SchoolBusDriverAppreciationDay #Gratitude #SafeJourneys


Today, as we celebrate School Resource Officer National Appreciation Day, we extend our heartfelt gratitude to the dedicated Gloucester County Sheriff’s Office deputies that serve in our schools. Thank you for your tireless efforts in keeping us safe and for your unwavering commitment to building strong relationships with students, staff, and families. Your presence not only ensures security but also fosters a sense of trust and support within our school communities. We deeply appreciate all that you do.







Join us for Love to Learn Night on Thursday!


Braggin' on our Bears! This week our kindergarteners had a visit from the Virginia Living Museum and celebrated the 100th day of school!










Super Bowl Spirit Day tomorrow!


SCA Spirit Day! This Friday- wear your favorite sports jersey/shirt!

This week we show appreciation for our two amazing school counselors- Mrs. Hays and Ms. Hicks! They are such a dynamic duo and Bethel is incredibly lucky to have them!


Braggin' on our Bears!
Preschool students practice making numbers, use the Promethean board, count, build with blocks, and use their communication device.








A special salute to Tiffany Busch, the visionary leader at Bethel Elementary, during Virginia Principal Appreciation Week! Your dedication to fostering a nurturing learning environment is inspiring. Thank you for your unwavering commitment! #PrincipalAppreciation #BethelBears


Based on updated forecasts and the potential severe weather, Gloucester County Public Schools will implement the early dismissal schedule:
Middle Schools: 12:20 pm.
High School: 12:30 pm.
Elementary Schools: 1:30 pm.
Pre-K students will follow the early dismissal schedule and be released at 1:30 pm.
As shared earlier, all after-school activities and tonight's school board meeting are rescheduled for tomorrow, January 10, 2023, at 6:00 pm.


Due to the inclement weather, all afternoon and evening activities have been canceled for Tuesday, January 9, 2024. An additional announcement will be made once a decision has been made regarding tonight's School Board meeting.


Invitations are on their way home for the next All Pro Dad breakfast! Please plan to join us in the Bethel Cafeteria on January 31st. To help us plan ahead for all those who are attending, please send back your RSVP by January 24th.


We hope that you will join us!


Picture Make-Up day is on Tuesday, December 12th.


The SCA annual "Candy Cane Gram" fundraiser will begin starting on Monday. Students can purchase Candy Cane Grams for $1 per Candy Cane to send to friends, siblings, and staff members in the building. Candy Cane Grams will be available for purchase each morning during breakfast and will be hand-delivered each afternoon. All proceeds will go towards purchasing a book vending machine for the students at Bethel Elementary!


Bethel Spirit Days begin next week! Join in on the fun!
