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Welcome to Bright Elementary School!

Bright Elementary News


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2024-2025 Enrollment/Transfer Information
Enrollment is now open for the 2024-2025 school year! Please select the appropriate form below to begin the process.

Kindergarten Pre-Registration- All parents or guardians of any student turning five (5) by August 1, 2024, are encouraged to preregister for Kindergarten for the 2024-2025 school year. Once the form is completed, an email will be sent after Spring Break from the Principal requesting additional information. Kindergarten Round-Up will occur on May 7th from 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM at the school. Kindergarten student/parent orientation will take place on August 7th and 8th.    

Kindergarten Early Entry Request - Any new Kindergarten student who will not be five (5) years of age by August 1, 2024, should complete the Kindergarten pre-registration form linked above. Once completed, the Principal will contact you to meet with you and your child for a short readiness assessment. Final early entry approval will be made by June 3, 2024.

New Student Pre-registration- Please use this form for any new student in grades 1-12 only to begin the registration process for the 2024-2025 school year. If you live in the district and would like to request to attend an elementary school that is not in your attendance area, please complete the In-District Transfer Application below. If you live outside the district, please complete the Out-of-District Transfer Application below.

If you live in the district and would like to request to attend an elementary school that is not in your attendance area, please complete the In-District Transfer Application below, or if you live outside the district, please complete the Out-of-District Transfer Application below. All in-district and out-of-district transfers must have a complete application on file each school year.  

In-District Transfer Application -Please use this form if you live in the district and would like to request to attend an elementary school that is not in your attendance area.  Please note - the application must be renewed each school year.  The deadline to apply is May 1, 2024.  All applications submitted after the deadline will be considered if class size capacity allows.

Out-of-District Transfer Application -Please use this form if you live out of the district and would like to request a transfer to attend Sunman-Dearborn Community Schools. Please note - the application must be renewed each school year.  The deadline to apply is May 1, 2024.  All applications submitted after the deadline will be considered if class size capacity allows.

In accordance with HEA 1381, Sunman-Dearborn Community School Corporation will allow all public school transfer students to enroll in our district until the end of the school year.

Panther Post 
Check Principal Collier's Panther Post for parents with important dates and information that he updates and emails each week.

CORE Values 
At Bright Elementary, we follow the CORE incentive program, where students earn CORE cash for displaying our values of Civility, Order, Respect and Excellence. Check out our CORE student video here!


Counselor News
To learn more about resources offered in Dearborn County, click here.  

School Nurse News

It's flu season! See this helpful guide to know When to Stay Home. Nurse Christina has added lots of helpful information and forms. See the Nurse's News section for info on required immunizations for kindergartners and 5th graders/incoming 6th graders. You can reach Nurse Christina at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. Learn more about her here.

Order Your Bright Spiritwear
Get in the spirit by ordering BES panther spirit wear at athfundraising.com/bes or the QR code on the flyer here. A portion of sales go toward our PTO. 

Join Our Facebook Group
Get daily info and insight into what happens at Bright each day by joining our Bright Elementary School facebook group! Search @brightpanthers to find us.

Join Our PTO
Our PTO does many amazing things for our students and staff through the year! Get involved by coming to the meetings, held on the second Tuesday of each month from 3:45-4:45 pm in the cafeteria. Learn more about opportunities here.

Sacks of Snacks
We are pleased to offer the “Sacks of Snacks” program again this year. Click the link for more information on the program and to complete the application.

Apply to be a BES Sub!
We are always looking  for subs! See www.willsub.com to apply. If you have any questions, contact Nikki Walden in the office, 812-637-4600 x14904.

Bright Elementary Student Pickup Map & Procedures
Please see this flyer for student pickup map and procedures.  

Pricing for Breakfast & Lunch
This year, elementary student pricing for breakfast is $1.55 per student, and lunch will be $2.65. To add lunch money to your student's account, visit the EZschoolpay website. To link siblings' lunch accounts to share a balance, complete this Link Sibling Cafeteria Account form and return it to school with your student. See our Food Services page for menus.    

Free & Reduced Meal Application

For the 23-24 school year, schools continue the traditional eligibility requirements for free, reduced and paid meals. For more information, click here. Apply online here

Expanded Background Checks
If you are interested in volunteering, apply for an expanded background check here as soon as possible. Note this is the same check we use for employees. When applying, select the "volunteer" option. There is a cost to you, and it's good for 5 years.  

Smart Snacks & Ordering Birthday Treats 
All snacks provided to students during the school day, including birthday treats and classroom parties, must meet the Smart Snack Standards set by the USDA. Click here to see guidelines and information. See the approved Smart Snack List here. If you would like to order birthday treats from the school, complete this form and return at least 2 weeks in advance. 

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Sports and Activities

Bright Elementary students can join sports and activities. 

Sports
Trojan Youth Football, Justin Klump, This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. 
Trojan Youth Cheer, Tiffany Murray, This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.  
Trojan Youth Wrestling, Corey Kaeser, This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. 
Trojan Youth Baseball & Softball, Ric Noel, This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.  
Trojan Youth Basketball, Kevin Moore, This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. 

Clubs
Girl Scouts, Cynthia Rhodes 513-619-1371, This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Cub Scouts, Aaron Scholle, 937-572-7573, This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Good News Club, Cindy Merkt, 812-221-0396


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    2024-2025 Enrollment/Transfer Information
    Enrollment is now open for the 2024-2025 school year! Please select the appropriate form below to begin the process.

    Kindergarten Pre-Registration- All parents or guardians of any student turning five (5) by August 1, 2024, are encouraged to preregister for Kindergarten for the 2024-2025 school year. Once the form is completed, an email will be sent after Spring Break from the Principal requesting additional information. Kindergarten Round-Up will occur on May 7th from 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM at the school. Kindergarten student/parent orientation will take place on August 7th and 8th.    

    Kindergarten Early Entry Request - Any new Kindergarten student who will not be five (5) years of age by August 1, 2024, should complete the Kindergarten pre-registration form linked above. Once completed, the Principal will contact you to meet with you and your child for a short readiness assessment. Final early entry approval will be made by June 3, 2024.

    New Student Pre-registration- Please use this form for any new student in grades 1-12 only to begin the registration process for the 2024-2025 school year. If you live in the district and would like to request to attend an elementary school that is not in your attendance area, please complete the In-District Transfer Application below. If you live outside the district, please complete the Out-of-District Transfer Application below.

    If you live in the district and would like to request to attend an elementary school that is not in your attendance area, please complete the In-District Transfer Application below, or if you live outside the district, please complete the Out-of-District Transfer Application below. All in-district and out-of-district transfers must have a complete application on file each school year.  

    In-District Transfer Application -Please use this form if you live in the district and would like to request to attend an elementary school that is not in your attendance area.  Please note - the application must be renewed each school year.  The deadline to apply is May 1, 2024.  All applications submitted after the deadline will be considered if class size capacity allows.

    Out-of-District Transfer Application -Please use this form if you live out of the district and would like to request a transfer to attend Sunman-Dearborn Community Schools. Please note - the application must be renewed each school year.  The deadline to apply is May 1, 2024.  All applications submitted after the deadline will be considered if class size capacity allows.

    In accordance with HEA 1381, Sunman-Dearborn Community School Corporation will allow all public school transfer students to enroll in our district until the end of the school year.

    Panther Post 
    Check Principal Collier's Panther Post for parents with important dates and information that he updates and emails each week.

    CORE Values 
    At Bright Elementary, we follow the CORE incentive program, where students earn CORE cash for displaying our values of Civility, Order, Respect and Excellence. Check out our CORE student video here!


    Counselor News
    To learn more about resources offered in Dearborn County, click here.  

    School Nurse News

    It's flu season! See this helpful guide to know When to Stay Home. Nurse Christina has added lots of helpful information and forms. See the Nurse's News section for info on required immunizations for kindergartners and 5th graders/incoming 6th graders. You can reach Nurse Christina at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. Learn more about her here.

    Order Your Bright Spiritwear
    Get in the spirit by ordering BES panther spirit wear at athfundraising.com/bes or the QR code on the flyer here. A portion of sales go toward our PTO. 

    Join Our Facebook Group
    Get daily info and insight into what happens at Bright each day by joining our Bright Elementary School facebook group! Search @brightpanthers to find us.

    Join Our PTO
    Our PTO does many amazing things for our students and staff through the year! Get involved by coming to the meetings, held on the second Tuesday of each month from 3:45-4:45 pm in the cafeteria. Learn more about opportunities here.

    Sacks of Snacks
    We are pleased to offer the “Sacks of Snacks” program again this year. Click the link for more information on the program and to complete the application.

    Apply to be a BES Sub!
    We are always looking  for subs! See www.willsub.com to apply. If you have any questions, contact Nikki Walden in the office, 812-637-4600 x14904.

    Bright Elementary Student Pickup Map & Procedures
    Please see this flyer for student pickup map and procedures.  

    Pricing for Breakfast & Lunch
    This year, elementary student pricing for breakfast is $1.55 per student, and lunch will be $2.65. To add lunch money to your student's account, visit the EZschoolpay website. To link siblings' lunch accounts to share a balance, complete this Link Sibling Cafeteria Account form and return it to school with your student. See our Food Services page for menus.    

    Free & Reduced Meal Application

    For the 23-24 school year, schools continue the traditional eligibility requirements for free, reduced and paid meals. For more information, click here. Apply online here

    Expanded Background Checks
    If you are interested in volunteering, apply for an expanded background check here as soon as possible. Note this is the same check we use for employees. When applying, select the "volunteer" option. There is a cost to you, and it's good for 5 years.  

    Smart Snacks & Ordering Birthday Treats 
    All snacks provided to students during the school day, including birthday treats and classroom parties, must meet the Smart Snack Standards set by the USDA. Click here to see guidelines and information. See the approved Smart Snack List here. If you would like to order birthday treats from the school, complete this form and return at least 2 weeks in advance. 

  • Bright Elementary students can join sports and activities. 

    Sports
    Trojan Youth Football, Justin Klump, This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. 
    Trojan Youth Cheer, Tiffany Murray, This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.  
    Trojan Youth Wrestling, Corey Kaeser, This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. 
    Trojan Youth Baseball & Softball, Ric Noel, This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.  
    Trojan Youth Basketball, Kevin Moore, This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. 

    Clubs
    Girl Scouts, Cynthia Rhodes 513-619-1371, This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
    Cub Scouts, Aaron Scholle, 937-572-7573, This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
    Good News Club, Cindy Merkt, 812-221-0396

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    • Admin. Office

      Sunman-Dearborn Community Schools
      1 Trojan Place, Suite B
      St. Leon, IN 47012

      Tel: 812-623-2291
      Fax: 812-623-3341
      Dr. Andrew Jackson, Superintendent

      High School

      East Central High School
      1 Trojan Place, Suite A
      St. Leon, IN 47012

      Tel: 812-576-4811
      Fax: 812-576-2047
      Tom Black, Principal

      Middle School

      East Central Middle School
      8356 Schuman Road
      St. Leon, IN 47012

      Tel: 812-576-3500
      Fax: 812-576-3506
      Chad Swinney, Principal

    • Elementary Schools

      Bright Elementary
      22593 Stateline Road
      Lawrenceburg, IN 47025

      Tel: 812-637-4600
      Fax: 812-637-4606
      Michael Collier, Principal

      North Dearborn Elementary
      27650 Sawmill Road
      West Harrison, IN 47060

      Tel: 812-576-1900
      Fax: 812-576-1901
      Jeff Bond, Principal

      Sunman Elementary
      925 North Meridian St.
      Sunman, IN  47041

      Tel: 812-623-2235
      Toll Free:  888-645-5717
      Fax:  812-623-4330
      Pamela Dixon, Principal

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