Bethel Families:
Ohio recently changed laws regarding attendance. This change shifts the focus from unexcused absences and truancy to supporting early intervention for all students at risk of becoming chronically absent.
The largest change families should take note of is that ALL absences, excused or not, count toward a student's yearly total. Families will now receive a notice when their student has been absent for 5% or more of the school year, and 10% puts a student above the threshold for Chronic Absenteeism.
Learn more about these changes to attendance on the Ohio Department of Education and Workforce website: https://education.ohio.gov/Topics/Student-Supports/Attendance-and-Family-Engagement?fbclid=IwcGRvZgFleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETF0dFhSVlR2ZjBZaDdPSTQwc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHmB1fOauI_ijlKAoy2PPS_J2RXo3DQk5blkLEkoK4mdbVvUpVbv0obPr01aT_aem_VLmpNcNKxqBsr40J4PTGGA
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Ohio recently changed laws regarding attendance. This change shifts the focus from unexcused absences and truancy to supporting early intervention for all students at risk of becoming chronically absent.
The largest change families should take note of is that ALL absences, excused or not, count toward a student's yearly total. Families will now receive a notice when their student has been absent for 5% or more of the school year, and 10% puts a student above the threshold for Chronic Absenteeism.
Learn more about these changes to attendance on the Ohio Department of Education and Workforce website: https://education.ohio.gov/Topics/Student-Supports/Attendance-and-Family-Engagement?fbclid=IwcGRvZgFleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETF0dFhSVlR2ZjBZaDdPSTQwc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHmB1fOauI_ijlKAoy2PPS_J2RXo3DQk5blkLEkoK4mdbVvUpVbv0obPr01aT_aem_VLmpNcNKxqBsr40J4PTGGA
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Start With Hello Week!
Social isolation is the overwhelming feeling of being left out, lonely, or treated like you are invisible. Isolated young people can become victims of bullying, violence, and
depression. As a result, many pull away from society, struggle with learning and social development, or choose to hurt themselves or others.
This year, Bethel's Middle Schoolers (5-8 graders) will be participating in Start With Hello Week. Start With Hello brings attention to the growing epidemic of social isolation and empowers young people to create a culture of inclusion and connectedness within their school and community. Students will be participating in different activities throughout the week.
Start With Hello Week is September 21-25, 2026, and the activities each day are as follows:
Monday: Students will engage with their classmates in a Bingo Game to create connections and engage with their peers.
Tuesday: “No one eats Alone” Students will learn about ways to take action to build an inclusive community.
Wednesday: Students will learn what it means to be an Upstander
Thursday: Students will share positive messages with their peers.
Friday: Students will wear green and take the pledge to show empathy and reach out to others when they see they are alone.
If you have any questions about Start with Hello Week, please reach out to Ms. Waller (wallerg@blsk.org) or Mrs. Samuels (samuelsb@blsk.org).
Social isolation is the overwhelming feeling of being left out, lonely, or treated like you are invisible. Isolated young people can become victims of bullying, violence, and
depression. As a result, many pull away from society, struggle with learning and social development, or choose to hurt themselves or others.
This year, Bethel's Middle Schoolers (5-8 graders) will be participating in Start With Hello Week. Start With Hello brings attention to the growing epidemic of social isolation and empowers young people to create a culture of inclusion and connectedness within their school and community. Students will be participating in different activities throughout the week.
Start With Hello Week is September 21-25, 2026, and the activities each day are as follows:
Monday: Students will engage with their classmates in a Bingo Game to create connections and engage with their peers.
Tuesday: “No one eats Alone” Students will learn about ways to take action to build an inclusive community.
Wednesday: Students will learn what it means to be an Upstander
Thursday: Students will share positive messages with their peers.
Friday: Students will wear green and take the pledge to show empathy and reach out to others when they see they are alone.
If you have any questions about Start with Hello Week, please reach out to Ms. Waller (wallerg@blsk.org) or Mrs. Samuels (samuelsb@blsk.org).
Attention Elementary Parents,
Just a reminder of the K-4th grade school hours this year.
🌞Arrival 7:55 - 8:12. The tardy bell is at 8:15, which means students must be in their classrooms ready for the day by 8:15. If you are dropping your child off after the teachers enter the building, you need to walk your child into the building and sign them in.
🏠Dismissal begins at 3:05, and all students must be picked up by 3:20 each day.
The car line is going more smoothly each day. Thank you all for helping with this process so that it is safe for all students.
Just a reminder of the K-4th grade school hours this year.
🌞Arrival 7:55 - 8:12. The tardy bell is at 8:15, which means students must be in their classrooms ready for the day by 8:15. If you are dropping your child off after the teachers enter the building, you need to walk your child into the building and sign them in.
🏠Dismissal begins at 3:05, and all students must be picked up by 3:20 each day.
The car line is going more smoothly each day. Thank you all for helping with this process so that it is safe for all students.
Superintendent Nutter is back with another Edition of 60 Seconds with the Superintendent for Friday, September 11th! You can watch this week's edition through the following link: https://youtu.be/vtJd2R2eZUk #BethelLegacy
Last night the Men's Soccer team celebrated educators at their Teacher Recognition game! Each of the senior players selected an educator who has had a major impact on their lives!
The following are the students and the educators they selected:
- Reed Dix selected HS government teacher Ms. Porto
- Logan Norris selected HS math teacher Ms. Hunter
- Bennett Mills selected HS art teacher Ms. Powell
- Rey Morin Rincon selected Coach Dre
- John Gulaliev selected Athletic Trainer Ms. Pack
- Will Dobmeyer selected MS English teacher Ms. Seebach
- Yunus Bektashev selected HS math teacher Ms. Gerdeman
- Dalton Butler selected Ms. Butler
Thank you to all the teachers who support our soccer players in the classroom every single day and help them become the best versions of themselves!
The following are the students and the educators they selected:
- Reed Dix selected HS government teacher Ms. Porto
- Logan Norris selected HS math teacher Ms. Hunter
- Bennett Mills selected HS art teacher Ms. Powell
- Rey Morin Rincon selected Coach Dre
- John Gulaliev selected Athletic Trainer Ms. Pack
- Will Dobmeyer selected MS English teacher Ms. Seebach
- Yunus Bektashev selected HS math teacher Ms. Gerdeman
- Dalton Butler selected Ms. Butler
Thank you to all the teachers who support our soccer players in the classroom every single day and help them become the best versions of themselves!
Here are the weekly updates from your building principals. Have a great weekend! #BethelLegacy
ES: https://aptg.co/byd6m9
MS: https://aptg.co/G6ms9m
HS: https://aptg.co/msYSMF
ES: https://aptg.co/byd6m9
MS: https://aptg.co/G6ms9m
HS: https://aptg.co/msYSMF
Bethel High School will be honoring first responders this Friday, September 11th, at our Varsity Football game against Troy Christian!
In remembrance of the 25th anniversary of 9/11, a tribute honoring first responders will begin at 6:45pm. This tribute will include patriotic songs played by the Bethel and Troy Christian bands, first responders doing the coin toss, a moment of silence, and a med flight fly-over.
Please help us remember those who were lost and honor those who responded.
In remembrance of the 25th anniversary of 9/11, a tribute honoring first responders will begin at 6:45pm. This tribute will include patriotic songs played by the Bethel and Troy Christian bands, first responders doing the coin toss, a moment of silence, and a med flight fly-over.
Please help us remember those who were lost and honor those who responded.
The Pride of Bethel Music Boosters are having a kick-off meeting for their 2nd Annual Mattress Sale tomorrow, September 9th, at 6pm in Bethel Hall!
The Music Boosters receive $5 for every adult who attends the presentation about the upcoming Mattress Sale on September 20th.
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The Music Boosters receive $5 for every adult who attends the presentation about the upcoming Mattress Sale on September 20th.
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We hope everyone is having a great Labor Day Weekend! Just a quick reminder to make sure your Chromebook is charged and placed in your backpack so you are prepared and ready when school resumes tomorrow. #BethelLegacy
Superintendent Nutter is back with another Edition of 60 Seconds with the Superintendent for Friday, September 4th! You can watch this week's edition through the following link: https://youtu.be/ZxwgvDCuENc #BethelLegacy
Reminder: There will be no school on Monday, September 7th, in honor of Labor Day! Have a fun, safe, and relaxing weekend! #BethelLegacy
Attention Bethel Families and Community:
Tonight’s Football Game against Carlisle will now kick off at 7:30pm due to high temperatures.
Thank you for your understanding.
Tonight’s Football Game against Carlisle will now kick off at 7:30pm due to high temperatures.
Thank you for your understanding.
Here are the weekly updates from your building principals. Have a great weekend! #BethelLegacy
ES: https://aptg.co/Nn1BCL
MS: https://aptg.co/KspHMk
HS: https://aptg.co/3Bgy6X
ES: https://aptg.co/Nn1BCL
MS: https://aptg.co/KspHMk
HS: https://aptg.co/3Bgy6X
There are still spots available for the Bethel Athletic Boosters 43rd Annual Golf Scramble!
This year's Golf Scramble is September 13th at Homestead Golf Course! Registration starts at 7am, and golfing starts at 8am! The cost is $80 per person or $320 per foursome.
The deadline for registration is this Sunday, September 6th, and you can sign up via this link: https://m.signupgenius.com/#!/showSignUp/8050D49ADAC2AAAF94-65159469-bethel?useFullSite=false
The Bethel Athletic Boosters 43rd annual golf scramble is in memory of Truman Godbey, a former teacher and Athletic Director for Bethel Local Schools. 100% of the proceeds of this event go toward Bethel Athletic Booster Scholarships. To date, more than $80,000 has been awarded to Bethel athletes to continue their education beyond high school! Please consider partnering with us by bringing a team, becoming a hole sponsor, or donating a raffle prize.
If you have any questions, please contact the Bethel Athletic Boosters at bethelathleticboosters@gmail.com.
#BethelLegacy
This year's Golf Scramble is September 13th at Homestead Golf Course! Registration starts at 7am, and golfing starts at 8am! The cost is $80 per person or $320 per foursome.
The deadline for registration is this Sunday, September 6th, and you can sign up via this link: https://m.signupgenius.com/#!/showSignUp/8050D49ADAC2AAAF94-65159469-bethel?useFullSite=false
The Bethel Athletic Boosters 43rd annual golf scramble is in memory of Truman Godbey, a former teacher and Athletic Director for Bethel Local Schools. 100% of the proceeds of this event go toward Bethel Athletic Booster Scholarships. To date, more than $80,000 has been awarded to Bethel athletes to continue their education beyond high school! Please consider partnering with us by bringing a team, becoming a hole sponsor, or donating a raffle prize.
If you have any questions, please contact the Bethel Athletic Boosters at bethelathleticboosters@gmail.com.
#BethelLegacy
The Bethel PTO Fall Flower sale is here!
Orders are open until Wednesday, September 16th, and can be placed via this link: https://bethelbees.sowzer.com/parent-signup?step=welcome
Order pick up will be on Saturday, September 26th!
If you have any questions, you can contact the Bethel PTO at BethelBeesPTO@gmail.com
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Orders are open until Wednesday, September 16th, and can be placed via this link: https://bethelbees.sowzer.com/parent-signup?step=welcome
Order pick up will be on Saturday, September 26th!
If you have any questions, you can contact the Bethel PTO at BethelBeesPTO@gmail.com
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Attention Parents and Seniors!
Graduation for the Class of 2027, which was originally scheduled for May 30th, has been moved to Saturday, May 29th, at 6:30pm.
Thank you for your understanding!
#BethelLegacy
Graduation for the Class of 2027, which was originally scheduled for May 30th, has been moved to Saturday, May 29th, at 6:30pm.
Thank you for your understanding!
#BethelLegacy
Elementary Parents: Just a reminder, please be sure to use only the front of the building during student drop-off before school and student pick-up after school! See the attached image for reference. Please do not park and walk your student across the road, and please do not drive around the building to the back parking lot. Parents picking their students up from the YMCA After Care should use the front entrance until 3:45pm. After 3:45pm, please use the rear lot and enter through door C6. Thank you!
Welcome back, 5/6 families!
If you would like to request a change in your student's schedule, please fill out this Google Form: https://forms.gle/dUExT21SLFjudj119. This is only a request, and not all requests can be honored. You have until Friday, 9/4, to submit this form. After the 4th, no more schedules will be changed. The schedule change is not automatic. If you have questions, please reach out to Ms. Waller at wallerg@blsk12.org. We look forward to a fantastic school year!
Mrs. Hogan
If you would like to request a change in your student's schedule, please fill out this Google Form: https://forms.gle/dUExT21SLFjudj119. This is only a request, and not all requests can be honored. You have until Friday, 9/4, to submit this form. After the 4th, no more schedules will be changed. The schedule change is not automatic. If you have questions, please reach out to Ms. Waller at wallerg@blsk12.org. We look forward to a fantastic school year!
Mrs. Hogan
Superintendent Nutter is back with another Edition of 60 Seconds with the Superintendent for Friday, August 28th! You can watch this week's edition through the following link: https://youtu.be/cyt4Nb2wmyM #BethelLegacy
A Message from the Food Service Department!
Please be sure to check your students' lunch accounts and make sure they have funds for lunch! The PTO's lunch buddy account is extremely low on funds and cannot be used, so students without lunch funds will receive an alternate lunch. Additionally, the food service department is not able to give change.
Parents can add funds to their student's lunch account via PaySchools Central, which can be accessed here: https://payschoolscentral.com/
For more information, please visit our Food Service Department Website, which can be found here: https://bethelfoodservice.com/
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