Summer Newsletter - July 10

While summer is a time for relaxation, it's also an opportunity for enrichment. I encourage you to take advantage of our beautiful riverfront, the playgrounds and outdoor activities of Big Hill Park, our local library and all its free programming, our area attractions, including the Welty Center, Beckman Mill, and many of our summer engagements hosted at our schools. Visit Beloit has a wonderful website that highlights lots of summer events and activities.

Communication is key to a successful partnership between home and school. Throughout the summer, please stay tuned to our school website, social media channels, email communications, text messages, and newsletters for updates, important announcements, and back-to-school information.

I want to extend my heartfelt gratitude to each of you for your ongoing support and collaboration in your child(ren) 's education. Your involvement makes a meaningful difference and is deeply valued by our school community.

In service,

Dr. Willie E. Garrison II

School District of Beloit Superintendent

Registration is open - secure a bright and promising future for your child(ren) by registering for the upcoming school year! We look forward to another year filled with growth and learning.

This year, we've simplified the process by offering online registration through Skyward Family Access. It's quick, easy, and will save you time!

To assist with online registration, we have prepared a user-friendly step-by-step video tutorial along with clear instructions to walk you through the process seamlessly. Access our registration webpage to view the video.

Please reach out to your school secretary or our Central Enrollment Office with any questions.

Important Updates

If you registered before June 18, you will need to go back into Skyward to see if your student has any outstanding fees that need to be paid before the start of the school year.

If you believe your family may qualify for waived fees, please ensure you complete the alternate household income form. This form should be returned to your child's school or the Kolak Education Center. The form can also be completed electronically by logging into your Skyward Family Access account.

Who is Eligible for Transportation

• Students in grades PreK through 5th that live 1 mile or more from their resident school or in a designated hazardous area.

• Students in grades 6th through 8th that live 2 miles or more from their resident school, in a designated hazardous area, or West of the Rock River.
  
  

Complete the Transportation Application (English Version or Spanish Version)

• If your family has had a change of address or school for the 24-25 school year.

• If your student is newly enrolled in the School District of Beloit for the 24-25 school year.
  
  

Important Dates

• July 23, 2024 - deadline to complete a transportation application.

• August 20, 2024 - bus route pick up/drop off notification letters mailed out to families.
  
  

Important Bus Rider Policies

• Policy 443.2 Student Conduct on School Buses

• Policy 443.2 Rule 1 Bus Rider Rules

• Policy 443.2 Rule 2 Bus Discipline Procedures
  
  

Contact Information
Please contact Durham School Services at (608) 362-2628 or our district business office at (608) 361-4007.

Summer is here, which means our summer food program is in full swing. Our district collaborates with the U.S. Department of Agriculture to provide free meals to children in our community during the summer. No need to worry about income requirements—any child aged 18 and under is able to receive a free nutritious meal.

Please see the complete list of locations, dates, and times below.

Join us for our 2nd Annual Back to School Community Health Fair on Saturday, August 10, from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at Beloit Memorial High School.

The event will include school supplies, food, community booths, haircuts, games, activities, immunizations by BACHC and SSM Health, free dental assessments by HealthNet of Rock County, and much more. All free of charge!

At the School District of Beloit, we enjoy sharing events, achievements, and recognitions highlighting our students, staff, and community partners. We provide transparent and up-to-date information and communication through our social media platforms, our SDB App, website, weekly school newsletters, and my newsletter. We appreciate the positive engagement by everyone who follows us on Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn and stays connected with us by downloading our SDB App or accessing our News Tab.

We believe in respectful, truthful, and encouraging messaging and communication. We will continue to communicate in that manner with our students, staff, families, and community.