Dear Bellaire High School Families,

I hope this message finds you well and enjoying a wonderful summer break filled with cherished moments and relaxation. As we prepare to embark on a new school year, I am delighted to extend a warm welcome to each of you.

Whether you are returning to us or joining our school community for the first time, we are thrilled to have you as part of our family. At Bellaire High School we believe in fostering a supportive and inclusive environment where every student can thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.

As we look forward to the upcoming year, I want to assure you that our dedicated team of educators and staff is committed to providing your child with a high-quality education. We are here to support their growth, encourage their curiosity, and help them discover their passions.

Throughout the year, you can expect open communication, transparency, and opportunities for involvement in your child's educational journey. We value your partnership and believe that together, we can create a positive and enriching experience for your child. Regarding communication, we will send out the Cardinal e-News on a regular basis, School Messenger notices, and faculty and staff emails are always available. Also, I encourage everyone to join the school Remind app by following the instructions attached to this email. You can also find all things Bellaire at our school website: Bellaire High School / Homepage, including information about back-to-school check-in, student ID’s, Parents on Patrol (P.O.P), and the link to Bellaire Cardinals spirit wear!

Please mark your calendars for important dates such as August 12^th (first day of school) and Wednesday, September 4^th (Open House) where you will have the chance to meet your child’s teachers and learn more about his or her classes. Attached to this email is the 2024-25 Bellaire Student Handbook. Please be sure to review it thoroughly with your child. It contains the 2024-25 bell schedule, dress code, lunch information, counselor information, cell phone policy, and more. More information on course scheduling, which is in the final stages and should be accessible to students and parents soon, is forthcoming.

Attached to this email is a map showing the drop-off and pick-up locations for your child, which are along S. Rice Blvd. and Maple St. There are three morning entry and afternoon dismissal doors for students to use: Door 1 (the main entrance on S. Rice), Door 6 (through the Courtyard), and Door 14 (the bus lane for our bus riders). All students should be on campus by 8:20 so they can walk to their classes (this is a large campus!) and be on time for when classes start at 8:30 am. Daily dismissal this year is at 4:00 pm.

Our school theme for 2024-25 is “Let Your Mind-Set the Stage”. This play on words leans on two important aspects of the work at Bellaire High School. First, the mindset is critical in everything we do. We as faculty, staff, and students should have a mindset that strives for excellence in everything we do, and that requires learning. Secondly, the theme pays homage to the stage where so many of our students perform at amazing levels, whether it be the fine arts stage with a dance show or a theater performance in the auditorium, the academic stage where students prepare all year to perform on an advanced placement, SAT, or STAAR exam, or the athletics stage where memories are made on the playing fields and in the gymnasiums. Wherever the stage is this year, it is the mindset that brings it all together and makes it happen for everyone at Bellaire High School.

Finally, I invite you to peruse the Bellaire High School Parent-Teacher-Organization (PTO) website at Bellaire High School PTO where you can find ways to support Bellaire High School and even join the PTO. The work of the PTO has been instrumental over the years, making a positive and impactful presence that supports all students.



Once again, welcome to the new school year! We are excited for the adventures and successes that await us, and we look forward to working together to ensure a fulfilling and rewarding experience for your child.

Warm regards,

Michael Niggli, Principal

Bellaire High School

Back to School Check-In

Please mark your calendars for back-to-school check-in. We need everyone ready on day 1 of the 2024-2025 school year! Check-in should take students approximately 30 minutes. Lines will be longer at 9 a.m. and 1 p.m. Students should enter through the Main Entrance on S. Rice or Door 6 in the Courtyard.

Transportation Information!

Greetings Cardinals! Welcome back to Bellaire High School. This is a message for students who have applied for bus transportation. Please be aware that the HISD Transportation Department is still in the process of managing the routing and scheduling, so it is possible that your bus might not be ready to pick you up for the first week of school. Please be patient and have a backup plan in case your bus does not show up for you during week one.

• If you made your transportation request last school year (including new magnet students who clicked yes for transportation on the School Choice account), you should have received communication from the district regarding pick-up/drop-off location and time. If you did not receive any information by Wednesday, Aug. 7th, please contact Ms. Yin at yyin@houstonisd.org and include the student’s name and ID#.
• If you have made the request recently, please know that the HISD Transportation Department takes 10 business days to process any requests. Students can visit office 1124 to inquire about bus information once school started.
• If you want to make a request for bus transportation, please click here to see if you qualify for transportation and to submit a request. Please do not call and request for bus transportation as it is difficult to get all the information needed through a voicemail. Requests will not be processed by voicemail.

Please enjoy your last week of summer and we look forward to seeing you all on August 12^th.

Summer Reading

Summer reading assignments have been posted for students in all grade levels. Click here to access the list and check out what you need to read this summer! Be ready to go on day one!

Back to School FAQ

Click here to access a FAQ document that addresses some of the questions we know people might have. We will continue to send updates and information as the school year approaches!

2024-2025 Student Handbook

Click here to access the 2024-2025 Student Handbook. We encourage every student and parent to read through the handbook to become familiar with they systems and procedures that are in place at Bellaire HS.

Dress Code for the 2024-2025 School Year

Click here to access the dress code for this year.

Daily Schedule, District Calendar and Bellaire Calendar

Listed above is Bellaire HS's daily bell schedule. The district academic calendar can be accessed here, and the Bellaire High School calendar can be accessed here.

BHS Spirit Store is open online!

We are accepting online orders throughout the summer. All online orders will be available for pick up at Cardinal Camp, July 31st. Click here to check it out!

Please email emilycgannaway@yahoo.com with any questions. Thank you for your continued support.

Home Lunch Permits for Next Year

Rising Seniors can apply for a Home Lunch permit for the 2024-2025 school year. Twelfth-grade students may leave Bellaire High School campus during the Cardinal Hour only if parent(s) grant written permission and students meet all requirements. Failure of students to abide by the policy and maintain good standing as a student will result in the privilege being revoked. To apply click here.

Home lunch privileges will not be in effect for the first two weeks of school.

Parking 2024-2025

During Back to School Check-In students can apply for and take care of securing a parking permit.

A student must bring this signed contract, a copy of their driver’s license, and insurance that lists the student's name on the policy along with your receipt from SchoolPay (preferred payment) or $180 cash payment to the Main Office. Parking tags will be activated and ready at the start of school. If you have a Toll Tag and are unsure how to find your Toll Tag number, please click here to watch a quick screencast with directions. 

Senior Pictures - Class of 2025

Bookings are now OPEN for senior photo sessions for the class of 2025. You must be photographed by CADY to be in the yearbook. Get photos for grad announcements, senior yearbook ads, and flawless Instagram posts. Book now at cady.com/schedule. #CADYsenior

Defined Autonomy

The Houston ISD released the Defined Autonomy Framework (DAF), which is a system designed to allow for flexibility and innovation at high-performing campuses while maintaining rigorous expectations for all schools. 

Bellaire High School is categorized within the framework as a Level 3. 



The linked document outlines the specific autonomies earned by the schools at each level. The greater the achievement and overall performance of a school, the more autonomous the school will be. The Defined Autonomy presentation that was shared at the Superintendent's Community Meeting is also linked here. 

SDMC Nominations

The Shared Decision-Making Committee (SDMC) has been established on our campus to assist the principal. The committee meets for the purposes of implementing planning processes and site-based decision-making in accordance with Board policy and administrative procedure.  

Bellaire High School is seeking nominations for community and business representatives to serve on the SDMC for the 2024-2025 school year.  We encourage you to submit your information if you are interested in serving next year!  Click here to access the SDMC Form.  

STAAR Score Reports

STAAR score report codes and report cards were mailed home. STAAR reporting codes can also be found on TEA's website. Find the access code to look up your student's STAAR scores:

• Navigate to www.texasassessment.com.
• Click on the "Find My Access Code" link at the bottom of the purple login box.
• Input your child's first name, date of birth, and their Social Security Number or "S" Number.
• Upon successfully entering these details, an Access Code will be generated, enabling parents to log into the portal easily.

Open House

Save the date for our Open House!

Senior Dues

Pay early and save! One payment covers a senior's cap and gown, senior t-shirt, senior luncheon, prom, and after-prom! Payments can be made online through Schoolpay beginning August 12th.

Parents On Patrol - Join POP

Sign up to be a part of Parents on Patrol! Volunteers that help keep our campus safe. 

We could use more volunteers, especially men, to join our group of dedicated volunteers. 

The hours are flexible -- sign up here today!

It Takes A Village...

Please help us collect important information and bring student and staff accomplishments to our school community. Please share with us Bellaire HS activities and student achievements. You can upload your pictures or event notices. Together, we can accomplish a lot. You can submit information anytime on the homepage on the right side of the page or bookmark this link.

2024 - 2025 Sponsorships Coming Soon! Click here to find out how you can support Bellaire and be listed below this year!

Thank you to the Bellaire PTO Corporate Sponsors for 2023-2024

Remind Messaging App

All parents and students are encouraged to join their BHS Class Remind Group. Remind is a communication tool that will deliver important communications through text message or email. You can download Remind for IOS here and Android here. Once you download the app, simply text the class code you belong to above to the number 81010.

Remind can also be accessed by clicking on the links below to join a group.

Class of 2025

Class of 2026

Class of 2027

Class of 2028

In addition to the class codes above, students will have the opportunity to receive communication and correspond with their teachers through the Remind App.