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Bright Elementary News
CORE Fundraiser October 18th-November 4th!
Look for fundraiser packets to come home soon! We are partnering with Gifts N' Things again to sell holiday items and housewares. All proceeds go directly to students CORE initiatives, like the CORE store. Students can win lots of prizes, too!
Book Fair October 21-25th
Our fall Scholastic bookfair is October 21-25, with Family Night on Wednesday, October 23 from 3:35-6:30 PM.
Red Ribbon Week October 21-25th
Our counselors will be encouraging families to participate in daily challenges as part of Red Ribbon Week. See the flyer for more info.
Panther Post
Check Principal Collier's Panther Post for parents with important dates and information that he updates and emails each week.
School Nurse News
See the Nurse's News section for info from Nurse Christina on required immunizations for kindergartners and 5th graders/incoming 6th graders. See this helpful guide to know When to Stay Home. 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.
Counselor News
BES school counselors, Mr. Strittholt and Mrs. Lobenstein, have been leading monthly classroom lessons focused on conflict resolution, enhancing overall well-being, and strengthening connections to our CORE Values! One of the ways that the counselors support our students is by advocating and providing resources that assist students be successful in school and in life. Visit this website to see the resources the counselors have collected in our area. If you have any questions about our resources, please contact Mr. Strittholt.
Order Your Bright Spiritwear
Fridays are spirit wear days! Get in the spirit by ordering BES panther gear at athfundraising.com/bes or the QR code on the flyer here. A portion of sales go toward our PTO.
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.
Join Us on Social Media!
Get daily info and insight into what happens at Bright each day by joining our Bright Elementary School Facebook group (search @brightpanthers) and on X (@BrightElSchool) to find us.
Bright Elementary Student Pickup Map & Procedures
Please see this flyer for student pickup map and procedures. Students may be dropped off starting at 7:15 AM and enter the main doors. Afternoon student pickup begins promptly at 3:10 PM.
24-25 Free & Reduced Meal Application
For the 24-25 school year, schools continue the traditional eligibility requirements for free, reduced and paid meals. For more information and instructions, click here. Apply online here.
Pricing for Breakfast & Lunch
This year, elementary student pricing for breakfast is $1.75 per student, and lunch will be $2.85. 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.
Expanded Background Checks
If you are interested in volunteering for classroom parties and field trips, apply for an expanded background check here as soon as possible. When applying, select the "volunteer" option. There is a cost to you, and it's good for 5 years. Please let the office know that you have applied so they can check your status with the SafeHire vendor.
2024-2025 Enrollment/Transfer Information
Please visit our new Enrollment & Transfer Information page (under our Essentials section) for all the kindergarten pre-registration, new student pre-registration, and in-district and out-of-district transfer applications.
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.
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!
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.
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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 Soccer, 513-788-1399, This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Trojan Youth Aqua Trojans, Brandon Loveless, 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, Tracy Hiles, 513-619-1377, 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
Dearborn County 4-H, Liz Beiersdorfer, This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Healthy Kids Running, Ashlee Rogers, 513-543-4855, This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
School Clubs
Archery (Grades 4-5)
Chorus (Grades 4-5)
Girls on the Run (Grades 3-5)
Outdoor Club (Grade 5)
Student Council (Grades 3-5)
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CORE Fundraiser October 18th-November 4th!
Look for fundraiser packets to come home soon! We are partnering with Gifts N' Things again to sell holiday items and housewares. All proceeds go directly to students CORE initiatives, like the CORE store. Students can win lots of prizes, too!
Book Fair October 21-25th
Our fall Scholastic bookfair is October 21-25, with Family Night on Wednesday, October 23 from 3:35-6:30 PM.
Red Ribbon Week October 21-25th
Our counselors will be encouraging families to participate in daily challenges as part of Red Ribbon Week. See the flyer for more info.
Panther Post
Check Principal Collier's Panther Post for parents with important dates and information that he updates and emails each week.
School Nurse News
See the Nurse's News section for info from Nurse Christina on required immunizations for kindergartners and 5th graders/incoming 6th graders. See this helpful guide to know When to Stay Home. 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.
Counselor News
BES school counselors, Mr. Strittholt and Mrs. Lobenstein, have been leading monthly classroom lessons focused on conflict resolution, enhancing overall well-being, and strengthening connections to our CORE Values! One of the ways that the counselors support our students is by advocating and providing resources that assist students be successful in school and in life. Visit this website to see the resources the counselors have collected in our area. If you have any questions about our resources, please contact Mr. Strittholt.
Order Your Bright Spiritwear
Fridays are spirit wear days! Get in the spirit by ordering BES panther gear at athfundraising.com/bes or the QR code on the flyer here. A portion of sales go toward our PTO.
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.
Join Us on Social Media!
Get daily info and insight into what happens at Bright each day by joining our Bright Elementary School Facebook group (search @brightpanthers) and on X (@BrightElSchool) to find us.
Bright Elementary Student Pickup Map & Procedures
Please see this flyer for student pickup map and procedures. Students may be dropped off starting at 7:15 AM and enter the main doors. Afternoon student pickup begins promptly at 3:10 PM.
24-25 Free & Reduced Meal Application
For the 24-25 school year, schools continue the traditional eligibility requirements for free, reduced and paid meals. For more information and instructions, click here. Apply online here.
Pricing for Breakfast & Lunch
This year, elementary student pricing for breakfast is $1.75 per student, and lunch will be $2.85. 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.
Expanded Background Checks
If you are interested in volunteering for classroom parties and field trips, apply for an expanded background check here as soon as possible. When applying, select the "volunteer" option. There is a cost to you, and it's good for 5 years. Please let the office know that you have applied so they can check your status with the SafeHire vendor.
2024-2025 Enrollment/Transfer Information
Please visit our new Enrollment & Transfer Information page (under our Essentials section) for all the kindergarten pre-registration, new student pre-registration, and in-district and out-of-district transfer applications.
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.
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!
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. -
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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 Soccer, 513-788-1399, This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Trojan Youth Aqua Trojans, Brandon Loveless, 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, Tracy Hiles, 513-619-1377, 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
Dearborn County 4-H, Liz Beiersdorfer, This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Healthy Kids Running, Ashlee Rogers, 513-543-4855, This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
School Clubs
Archery (Grades 4-5)
Chorus (Grades 4-5)
Girls on the Run (Grades 3-5)
Outdoor Club (Grade 5)
Student Council (Grades 3-5)