Kindergarten Registration NOW OPEN for 2026–2027 School Year

We are excited to welcome our newest little Eagles! Kindergarten registration is now open for both new and returning students who will enter kindergarten for the 2026–2027 school year.

Families are encouraged to complete online registration prior to attending our in person event.

👉 Get started here:
https://www.bethalto.org/o/bethalto-cusd/page/registration

If you need assistance with online registration, support will be available during our registration event.

Kindergarten Registration Event
📅 April 22
⏰ 4:00–7:00 PM

During the event, families will have the opportunity to:

Approve residency for new students
Meet our kindergarten staff
Take a Kindergarten Signing Day photo
Complete screening for new students
Visit our Scholastic Buy One Get One Free Book Fair

All incoming kindergarten students will receive a free book, a cookie, and a resource folder with helpful information to support a strong start to the school year.

We look forward to meeting our incoming kindergarten students and partnering with your family as you begin this exciting journey! 🦅💜

Reminder Easter Break - No School on Friday, April 3 and Monday, April 6

We hope to see everyone out this Thursday evening for our Family Reading Night and Art Show!

Don't forget the in-person residency check is coming Wednesday, July 23rd! You must attend to complete registration.
Note: Registration fees will not be billed until the beginning of September.

We're eager to open our doors and welcome our Little Eagles back to school! Make plans to stop by Bethalto East on Monday, August 11th for Unpack the Backpack! This is a great chance to drop off your supplies, see your classroom, and meet some of our amazing staff. We can't wait to see you there!

🥞🍎 Fuel for Learning: Why Breakfast Matters for K-12 Kids! 🥣🥪 Did you know? Kids who eat a healthy breakfast perform better in school! 📚✨ A nutritious morning meal helps with: ✅ Better focus & memory 🧠 ✅ Higher energy levels ⚡ ✅ Improved mood & behavior 😊 ✅ Stronger immune system 💪 Let’s set our kids up for success—whether it’s eggs & toast, yogurt & fruit, or a whole-grain cereal, breakfast is the brain fuel they need! 🍳🥑

Bethalto East Preschool received the GOLD! Congratulations to our preschool program for achieving the prestigious Gold Circle of Quality award. This honor reflects the dedication and hard work of our preschool and district staff, who are committed to providing our youngest learners with a solid foundation for academic success.

Reminder: Picture day is Tuesday, September 17th!

Are you ready to be a Little Eagle? Sign up for your preschool screening today!

We're looking for volunteers to assist on September 17th for Fall Picture Day. There are three available time slots, and we’d love your help! To sign up, please click the link below or scan the QR code: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0D4DADA72EA1FDC61-51162710-picture Thank you!

Good morning. Bethalto School District is currently experiencing a phone system outage. We apologize for any inconvenience. We have notified the provider and they are working on the issue.

We're excited to announce our BIGGEST fundraiser of the year is just around the corner! Our Trash Bag Fundraiser kicks off soon, and we need your support to make it a success. Order forms will be sent home this Friday - keep an eye out in your child's backpack! These high-quality trash bags are perfect for all your needs and help support our school programs and activities. Thank you for your continued support. Together we can achieve great things for our students!

We are excited to invite you to the Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for the reopening of Trimpe Middle School, a place where tradition meets excellence. Join us on August 29th at 5:30 PM in the back of the building as we celebrate the improvements and investments made to enhance the educational experience for our students. This ribbon cutting is a wonderful opportunity for the public to see firsthand the upgrades that will continue our proud tradition of excellence in education. We extend our deepest thanks to the Board of Education for their unwavering support and commitment to our student's future. We look forward to celebrating with you! #EaglesRise #GoEagles

We are excited to invite you to the Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for the reopening of Trimpe Middle School, a place where tradition meets excellence. Join us on August 29th at 5:30 PM in the back of the building as we celebrate the improvements and investments made to enhance the educational experience for our students. This ribbon cutting is a wonderful opportunity for the public to see firsthand the upgrades that will continue our proud tradition of excellence in education. We extend our deepest thanks to the Board of Education for their unwavering support and commitment to our student's future. We look forward to celebrating with you! #EaglesRise #GoEagles

Happy First Day of School! Welcome back, Eagle Nation!

Come join the PTO! First meeting of the 2024-2025 school year is coming up soon. We hope to see you there!

Student registration for the 2024-2025 school year will be closing July 26th at 3:30pm. Go to bethalto.org for information on how to register your student! #BCUSD8 #WhateverItTakes

Don't forget to download our new Bethalto School District App on the App Store or Google Play Store for easy access to district information! #BCUSD8 #WhateverItTakes

Our new website and app are officially live! Download our Bethalto School District app on the App Store or Google Play for easy access to district information, schedules, and lunch menus. #BCUSD8 #WhateverItTakes