
Good morning SVUSD parents and guardians, all SVUSD bus routes are running 10 to 15 minutes late this morning. The transportation department apologizes for the inconvenience and appreciates your support and understanding.


SVUSD parents and guardians, due to some unforeseen circumstances our transportation department has some delays today. We apologize for the inconvenience and appreciate your support and understanding. The following routes are delayed:
Route 1 Village Meadows & JCMSโ15 minutes
Route 2 Bella Vista: 15 minutes
Route 3 BHS: 15 minutes
Route 4 all schools: 15 minutes
Route 11 all schools: 20 minutes


This morning at 8:00 am Bella Vista staff had to call SVPD to assist with a student disruption during student drop off. The student's parents were on campus and assisted with the situation. There was no threat or danger to Bella Vista students or staff. Thank you to our staff and SVPD for their help and quick response.


Parents and guardians, just a quick reminder that tomorrow, September 18th is picture day! We can't wait to see all the beautiful smiles!

Good evening! Picture day is Monday, September 18th! Your scholar should have brought home a flyer today with options for you to choose on picture day!
Other Reminders :)
Our Scholastic Book Fair is currently going on in our Media Center! Stop by and check it out. It will be open until 5 PM on Thursday during parent conferences.

This Thursday 9/14 and Friday 9/15, are half days at all SVUSD elementary schools to accommodate our Parent/Teacher conferences. Please note that all elementary students will be released by the half day schedule at 11:15 am. Thank you!


The weather delay was lifted all of our busses but one have departed. Thank you for your patience.

The Bobcats loved spending time, and having breakfast, this morning with their grandparents at school. After a warm welcome from principal Dr. Slaydon, grandparents were served a special breakfast from our amazing SFE kitchen staff. Students enjoyed sitting and chatting at the decorated tables and then getting off to a great start for the day. Thank you to all grandparents for supporting our amazing students!




All district and school offices will be closed on Monday, September 4th in honor of Labor Day. Please have a safe and happy holiday weekend.


This Friday, September 1st is a half day at all SVUSD schools. Please note that all students will be released by the half day schedule. Buena High School at 10:30 am, all elementary schools at 11:15 am, and Joyce Clark Middle School at 12:30 pm. Have a wonderful weekend!


Good evening parents,Please see our August newsletter highlighting our Bobcat Scholars!


The SVUSD elementary band teachers are inviting all interested elementary parents, guardians and students to visit our Band Rental Night tonight from 4 pm to 7 pm at the Rothery Educational Center Atria. Vendor representatives from three companies will be in attendance to have students try out instruments and offer rental information. Our band teachers Mr. Gallant and Mrs. Sheridan are on site to answer any questions. For more information please also visit us at https://www.svusd68.org/o/svusd/page/elementary-band Hope to see you tonight!


Lightning is currently within 5 miles of Bella Vista . Students will be held until lightning is no longer in the area. Parents may opt to sign their children out in the front office during the delay, please bring your ID with you if you are picking up your student.

Mrs. Watson is excited to start her first year as Bobcat Teacher. Mrs. Watson joined our kindergarten team last year as a long term sub and we are thrilled she came back with her teaching certificate for this year! Her expertise and passion for education will greatly benefit our students and contribute to our schoolโs success. Welcome to Mrs. Watsonโs jungle where learning to read is fun and an adventure!


Good evening Bobcat Families!
Please be reminded that tomorrow night, we will be having our PTO fundraiser night at Julie and Sammy's from 4:00 PM-8:00 PM. Come by and mention Bella Vista Bobcats to help support our fundraiser!
Also please remember that our Spirit Gear is still going on and ends on August 16th. You can send your order and payment in with your student, or order online at www.SpiritGearDirect.com and search for Bella Vista Elementary.
Thank you and have a wonderful evening.

Today, Wednesday the 9th, all elementary school students will be released early at 12:45 pm. Parents, please remember Wednesdays are always early release days at all SVUSD schools. Thank you for your support.


Yesterday morning Bella Vista families got to enjoy a treat sponsored by the Bobcat PTO. The PTO invited all parents and guardians to โPastries with Parentsโ where delicious confections were offered to start the day and the opportunity to order spirit gear and learn all about the PTO. Come out on Friday, when the PTO is kicking off the fundraising season for this school year at Julie & Sammy's 33 Flavors Ice Cream Parlor between 4 pm to 8 pm. Thank you Bobcat PTO volunteers for a sweet morning!



On August 10th we are inviting all our 2nd, 4th (Ms. Tattrie only) and 6th grade parents to our Curriculum Night. Presentations are beginning at 5 pm for the 2nd Grade, at 5:30pm for Ms. Tattrie, and at 6 pm for 6th grade. Each presentation is 30 minutes long. Come out and hear about all the exciting lessons your student will be learning this year!


On August 8th we are inviting all our 1st, 3rd, and 5th grade parents to our Curriculum Night. For grades 2nd, 4th, and 6th Curriculum Night will be on Thursday, August 10th. Presentations are beginning at 5 pm for the 1st and 2nd grade, at 5:30pm for 3rd and 4th grade, and at 6 pm for 5th and 6th grade. Each presentation is 30 minutes long. Come out and hear about all the exciting lessons your student will be learning this year!


The lightning has moved to 10 miles away, Bella Vista will no longer be in a Weather Delay Release. Bus riders, walkers, and parent pick up will continue as normal. Thank you for your understanding.