March 5 - SAT Day for Juniors

March 10-13 - Spring Break

March 25 - Information Session for Prospective Parents @6pm

March 29 - Prom

April 4 - Tech Fest 5pm-7pm

April 8 - English I EOC

April 10 - English II EOC

April 15 - Biology EOC

April 16 - US History EOC

April 24 - Algebra I EOC

April 26 - Dragon's Lair Expo (Belton New Tech Comic Con)

May 19 - Senior Graduation Practice (in the afternoon time TBD)

May 20 - Back to Elementary Day

May 20 - Senior Award Ceremony 6pm

May 21 - Last Day of School

May 22 - Graduation @6pm

This weekend, our Moot Court students represented Belton New Tech with professionalism and skill at the State Competition. The competition was fierce, and our students rose to the challenge! A special congratulations to Sven Polk for earning 6th place in Courty Court and to Appeals Judge Zoe Shattuck for placing 9th.

A huge thank you to Dr. Durfee for sponsoring and supporting our law studies students. We are proud of our team’s hard work and dedication!

We are thrilled to announce that this year's prom will be held at the Temple Railroad & Heritage Museum! This stunning venue offers a beautiful setting both inside and out, with unique opportunities for students to capture unforgettable photos on the museum’s historic trains.

Tickets will be available for purchase at the front office starting March 4th for $40 per person.

Special note: Students inviting a guest from outside of Belton New Tech must pick up a guest form from the front office. The form must be completed before purchasing a ticket for the guest. Please note that all guests must be 19 years or younger to attend prom.

Safety Guidelines: Belton Independent School District (BISD) is committed to maintaining a safe and drug-free environment. These measures help ensure the well-being of all students and staff.

• Everyone (BNT@W students and Guests) must present a valid, current ID upon entry.

• Prom is a school-sponsored event, and the Student Code of Conduct will be followed.

• All bags will be checked (physical search and/or metal detecting wand search) upon entry

• All ticket holders will be wanded with BISD metal detectors upon entry.

• If a ticket holder is suspected of being under the influence of alcohol or other substances, the administration may utilize portable breathalyzers to assess their condition and can be referred to Law Enforcement.

• Once students have arrived at prom, there will be no re-entry to prom.

• No students will be allowed to enter after 9:45 pm.

Guidelines for Attending Prom:

• All attendees must be 19 years of age or younger and pre-approved by the administration in advance.

• Guest forms will be available in the front office. The BNT@W student attending the Prom must pick them up and return them to the front office by 4:00 p.m. on March 21, 2025.

• Students assigned to DAEP during the second semester are not eligible to attend.

• Administration will make the final decision on eligibility pertaining to discipline issues. Administration has the right to refuse entrance to any student behaving in a manner that violates the Student Code of Conduct and may face additional consequences.

• Entrance will be denied to any student who is under the influence of drugs and/or alcohol and the student may face additional consequences.

• Attendance: If you have been filed upon through the truancy court, you must meet with your assistant principal to receive prior approval.

• Attendance: You must have 80% attendance for the year. If your attendance rate is below 80%, you must meet with your AP.

• Fines: All fines must be paid in full before being able to purchase a ticket.

Dear Parent and/or Guardian,

I am writing to inform you that the 2023-2024 Federal Report Card (FRC) is posted on the district’s accountability website.

Summary of Federal Report Card (FRC)

The FRC is a report required under the federal Every Student Succeeds Act of 2015 (ESSA). Each year, TEA prepares a FRC for the State as well as each district and campus in the State. FRCs for the State, the district, and each of the district’s campuses are now available at the link provided above.

If you have any questions concerning the FRC, or if you would like a printed copy of the FRC, please contact Belton ISD at 254-215-2000.

Thank you for your continued support of our school.

Sincerely,

Dr. Kimberly Winters

A huge thank you to comic book artist Rob Willis for an inspiring Zoom session with our students during lunch. He shared his incredible artistic journey, gave invaluable industry advice to our aspiring artists from Mr. Mel's Graphic Design program, and truly connected with our students. A massive shout out to Mr. Mel and Mr. Doble for making this fantastic opportunity possible!

We’re proud to announce that Belton New Tech has been recognized on the AP School Honor Roll at the Bronze level with the AP Access Award! This distinction highlights our commitment to expanding access to Advanced Placement (AP) courses and ensuring students are equipped for college success.

To earn this recognition, schools must meet rigorous criteria tied to building a strong college-going culture, increasing opportunities for students to earn college credit, and encouraging a balanced AP experience throughout high school. The AP Access Award celebrates schools that prioritize equity and opportunity in advanced coursework.

Congratulations to our students and staff for this incredible accomplishment! Their hard work and dedication to academic excellence continue to pave the way for success.

If your child is sent home sick, by the school nurse, with a fever, they are NOT to come to school the following day. This will be an excused absence. Please help us try to lessen the number of influenza cases throughout our campuses by keeping your child home from school if they are displaying any symptoms of the flu.

If your child visits a provider, please request a doctor’s note with dates that cover your child’s absences and turn it in to your child’s school. Turning in notes during an illness is crucial for complying with the Texas Compulsory Attendance Law, ensuring accurate record-keeping, and supporting the student's academic progress. It helps classify absences as excused, prevents truancy issues, and allows schools to provide necessary support.

The Texas Bioscience Institute (TBI) at Temple College offers highly motivated students the chance to earn up to 60 college credit hours in STEM. To qualify, you must have completed or be currently enrolled in Algebra II and meet the following test requirements:

• TSI Assessment: 945 ELA, 5 Writing, 950 Math
• SAT: 480 ELA, 530 Math

Here’s how to get started:

1. Students keep an eye out for an email from Ms. Poppenhusen to sign up for the TSI assessment.
2. Work towards achieving the required scores on the TSI or SAT.
3. Visit the front office to add your name to the TBI interest list.