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2025-2026 Year in Re’VUE’
Bellevue Board of EducationDear Students, Families, Staff, and Community Members, As we reflect on the 2025-2026 school year, we are proud to share this Year in ReVUE booklet highlighting the many accomplishments of this past school year. Our students demonstrated remarkable growth and resilience as they embraced challenges and worked toward achieving their goals. The progress reflected in student learning data and assessment scores is a testament to their hard work and the support they received throughout the school year. Every day, our educators and support personnel invest their time, energy, and expertise to create meaningful learning experiences and opportunities for our students. We extend our sincere gratitude for their commitment to helping every student succeed. We also want to thank our families and community partners for their continued support. Your encouragement, involvement, and collaboration play a vital role in the success of our students and our school. While we are proud to celebrate the many successes highlighted in these pages, we remain committed to continuous improvement. We believe that every accomplishment provides an opportunity to build even greater success in the future. As we move forward, we will continue to focus on growth, innovation, and excellence while ensuring that every student receives the support and opportunities they need to reach their full potential. Thank you for being an important part of our journey. We hope you enjoy reflecting on the many achievements of the 2025-2026 school year and join us in celebrating the accomplishments of our students, staff, and community. Together, we will continue building a bright future for every student. Sincerely, A Message from Superintendent Mrs. Misty Middleton
We are Bellevue Tigers! This year, Bellevue Independent Schools celebrated its 138th commencement ceremony. We are committed to honoring the past while trailblazing a bright future. Our core purpose and vision is to Develop Courageous Thinkers and Confident Learners Ready to Thrive and Positively Impact the World Around Them. This means providing students with opportunities to obtain knowledge and skills so they can be ready for college, career military, or other life options after high school. Bellevue uses its small size in a mighty way; to individualize attention and engage students in the learning process. A variety of techniques are utilized to equip students with knowledge and skills with the goal to empower students to use these skills to achieve their goals. Thus, our mission statement: Through an ENGAGING environment, we EQUIP students with essential skills; EMPOWERING them to accomplish their goals. We are proud of the work our students are tackling in the classroom. Our dedicated staff stands ready to continue supporting students to reach their full potential.
Priority #1: Student Success & Well BeingEnsure that every student is challenged and engaged while providing multiple pathways for student success by broadening opportunities, building support systems, and eliminating barriers. Create an environment that fosters the growth of the whole child while nurturing all students’ intellectual, physcial, mental, and social- emotional growth in healthy, safe, and supportive learning environments. Adoption of High Quality Instructional Resources and Materials in ALL Core Content Classes Consistency in classes Coherence with instruction aligned to grade level standards Rigorous Coursework Resource Efficiency Implementation of Multi-Tiered System of Support (MTSS) Framework Tier 1, 2, and 3 delivery systems for all students ensuring each student is provided the intervention or enrichment they need A complete system for monitoring student progress An in-depth look at the whole child Focused Implementation of TIGER PRIDE (Purpose, Respect, Integrity, Determination, Excellence) Principles School wide behavior expectations A process for recognizing positive behavior Expanded Extra/Co-Curricular Opportunities From Adventure Crew to Zoo visits, we have something for everyone grades K-12! Achievements:
Student Success & WellbeingFall '25 Spring '26 0 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 GES Reading BMHS ReadingFall '25 Spring '26 0 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 GES Math BMHS Math Reading Growth based on Measures of Academic Progress Math Growth based on Measures of Academic Progress100% Graduation Rate (53 graduates) Amount of Scholarship Money Awarded to Class of 2026 $264,875 610Dual Credit Hours Earned in 25-26
Student Success & Wellbeing
Increased Salaries and Wages Salaries and wages were increased 10%+ for certified and classified employees over a three year period Expanded Opportunities for Staff Voice and Input School surveys provided to gather feedback Listening sessions and check-ins for teachers and staff Provided Instructional Resources for Teaching Staff Professional Learning on utilization of resources Weekly and Monthly support on internalizing standards and pacingRecruit, hire, and invest in a high-quality workforce to ensure Bellevue Independent Schools is the place where talented individuals choose to work to help students meet their goals. Priority #2: Engaged Workforce0 10 20 30 40 50 60 Certified Classified Subs Para(Coaches)25-26 Staff Count
Engaged Workforce
Offered Community Forums Hosted two events for feedback regarding local accountability measures Streamlined Communication Use of Apptegy for district website and app Friday bulletins with information from the district and schools DoJo use for classrooms and other activities Social Media presence Increased Engagement Events Attendance at First Friday community events Offered Tiger Tots Academy for ages birth-5 Tiger Cub Book Club Adopt-A-Class at Grandview Elementary Priority #3: Family and Community PartnershipsDevelop and support strong connections among schools, families, and the community to broaden opportunities for student learning, development, and growth.
Ape Made It Avenue Brew Bellevue Education Foundation Bellevue Gold Star Chili Bellevue Kroger Bellevue Vets Fessler’s Legendary Pizza and Hoagies Kate’s Catering Perfetti Van Melle Rechtin Heating and AirFamily and Community Partnerships25-26 WOO Award RecipientsThe WOO Award (Welcoming Outstanding Organizations) recognizes businesses and community partners who go above and beyond in their support of our school district. Their partnership strengthens our schools and community, and we honor them for their outstanding commitment to making a positive difference in the lives of our students.
Added New Safety Measures Access control in Grandview Elementary Access control being installed in Bellevue Middle/High School summer of 2026 Voluntarily conducted Kentucky Center for School Safety Audit Enhancements at Grandview Elementary (13 million dollar project) New HVAC system and fire suppression system throughout Addition of a gymnasium to enhance physical education classes and extra curricular activities Updated kitchen, cafeteria, and playground spaces Renovated Athletic Facility (9 million dollar project) Addition of concession and restroom facilities Updated locker rooms New turf field installed New track installed Addition of spaces for field events Tennis courts refurbished Fiscally Responsible Clean audit opinion 6% Contingency Promote Clean Spaces Added night custodial servicesPriority #4: Facilities and OperationsStrengthen and improve system-wide operations and facilities to meet the needs of our students and the community. We will ensure we are good stewards of our district’s resources while offering efficent and effective spaces for our students’ learning and growth.
Facilities and Operations New Grandview Elementary Gym Addition Bellevue Athletic Complex New Turf, Track, and Tennis Courts, Concession Stand, and Restroom Facilities Bellevue won the inaguaral football game on turf beating St. Henry 21-7. Students seeing their new gym for the first time.
Need to Contact Us? The 2026-2027 school year begins on August 19, 2026! Dr. Susan Short Principal Grandview Elementary School susan.short@bellevue.kyschools.us Dr. Susan Short Principal Grandview Elementary School susan.short@bellevue.kyschools.us Mr. Scott Spicher Principal Bellevue Middle and High School scott.spicher@bellevue.kyschools.us Mr. Scott Spicher Principal Bellevue Middle and High School scott.spicher@bellevue.kyschools.us Bellevue District Office 859-341-2473 School Contacts