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Bethel Newsletter: May 2025

Posted Date: 5/07/25 (7:00 PM)
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Bethel District News

May, 2025

Bethel District Calendars

In this issue

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  • 2025-26 Bethel District Calendar
  • Update on Early Release
  • Clear Lake Farewell Celebration
  • Parent & Caregiver Survey
  • Kalapuya Plant Sale
  • Family literacy nights!

Upcoming no-school days

May 26 - Memorial Day

📅 2025–26 Calendar Approved: Early Release Wednesdays + Expanded After-School Care

The Bethel School Board has officially approved the 2025–26 school year calendar, which includes a new 90-minute early release every Wednesday starting in September.

To help families adjust, we’ve expanded after-school care across the district:
  • Boys & Girls Club is moving to the new Clear Lake Community Center with space for up to 120 students. Summer camp registration is open now! Learn more »
  • YMCA will offer care at Meadow View and Fairfield Annex, with registration now open.
  • Adventure Club is relocating to Danebo Elementary and accepting students from all Bethel elementaries.
  • After School Club continues to serve students at Irving Elementary with both K–5 and preschool care.

Plus, the soon-to-open Clear Lake Community Center (CLCC) will be a vibrant resource for youth and families across Bethel. More about the CLCC »
📎 View the approved calendar here.
📖 Read more about the schedule change and expanded care options here.

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Clear Lake Farewell Celebration - You’re invited!

Thursday, May 22 | 4:30–7:00 PM
Clear Lake Elementary- 4646 Barger Drive
After decades of memories, learning, and community, it’s time to give Clear Lake Elementary the send off it deserves. We invite all current and former Clear Lake families, staff, and alumni- and anyone who wants to celebrate Clear Lake - to join us for one final celebration of this beloved school.

🎉 Event Schedule:
🕟 4:30–5:30 PM – Self-guided Open House through the school building
🎈 5:00–7:00 PM – Outdoor Party with food, music, bounce house, face painting, crafts, memorabilia, and more! This is a special opportunity to walk the halls one last time, reconnect with familiar faces, and celebrate the Clear Lake community together.

Heads Up: Parent & Caregiver Survey Opens Next Week!

We want to hear from you!

Bethel’s annual Parent & Caregiver Experience Survey opens Wednesday, May 7 through Friday, May 16. Your feedback helps us improve, create welcoming schools, and better serve students and families.

The survey takes just 10–15 minutes and can be completed for each school your child attends. All responses are confidential, and we’ll share results once the survey closes so you can see how your input makes a difference.

Stay tuned for the survey link next week!

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KITS (Kids in Transition to School)

Bethel School District is offering a FREE summer program for you and your child to get ready for kindergarten. KITS (Kids In Transition to School) improves early reading and social skills, building a solid foundation for future success.

Throughout the 8 week program…
  • Children attend groups to learn valuable classroom skills and prepare for kindergarten
  • Parents/guardians attend workshops to learn ways to support their child during the all-important start in kindergarten
  • Transportation is provided
  • Healthy snacks are provided

KITS runs for 8 weeks from June-August and is open to all Bethel families, but space is limited and groups are filled on a first come, first served basis. This year’s program will take place at Meadow View K-8. Families can register here. To learn more about KITS, including dates, times and locations, visit our Bethel website.

Click here for a look at how KITS makes a difference for kindergartners.

Bethel Family Literacy Nights - Save the Date!

We’re excited to invite you to our upcoming Family Literacy Nights, designed to build community around reading and support every young reader in Bethel!

These fun and engaging events will feature family-friendly information about the Science of Reading, hands-on reading activities tailored to each grade level, and take-home resources to support reading at home. Every student will also receive a free book to enjoy, and families can enjoy a delicious dinner and dessert together!

📚 Theme: Passport Around the Reading Brain
🍝 Dinner: Spaghetti, butter noodles, garlic bread & lemonade

📍Malabon Literacy Night
Tuesday, May 13 | 5:30–7 PM
Open to families from Malabon, Fairfield, Irving, and Clear Lake

📍Prairie Mountain Literacy Night
Thursday, May 15 | 5:30–7 PM
Open to families from Prairie Mountain, Meadow View, Danebo, and Clear Lake
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Kalapuya Plant Sale - May 10

Come grab your garden goodies at the annual Kalapuya High School plant sale!

When: Saturday, May 10, 9am–1pm
Where: Kalapuya High School – 1200 N. Terry St.
What: Wooden planter boxes, hanging flower baskets and lots of flower, veggie, fruit & herb starts!
All proceeds support Kalapuya High School and the Bethel Farm!
 

Make a difference in the lives of students - Donate today!

Every year, Bethel Education Foundation awards a graduating senior from Kalapuya and Willamette High School with a $1,000 scholarship to use towards their continuing education.

Watch the video below and see how your generosity can make a significant difference for our students! Follow this link to donate!
 
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Check Out the 2025 Client Resource Guide!

The latest Direction Service Client Resource Guide is now available! This helpful guide is packed with information about activities, camps, community supports, educational services, and employment programs for youth with disabilities and their families.

You can view the guide online or print a copy to keep at home. It’s a great resource to explore opportunities and supports available throughout our community.

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Celebrating our amazing staff!

Do you have a favorite Bethel staff member who should be celebrated? Is there someone who goes above and beyond to help students and staff? Show them some love with a Bethel Spirit Award nomination!
Spirit Awards!
 
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