EEN: This Sights and Sounds of Homecoming, Tons of Events Upcoming, Rising Rankings and More!

Check out the sights and sounds from a big week at Bellbrook-Sugarcreek Schools as we celebrate the game, the cheerleaders, the band, the dance and more!

Niche once again rated Bellbrook-Sugarcreek Schools highly on its annual rankings, showing love to the individual buildings, the teachers and the area itself. The teachers were ranked as the 16th best crew in the state – out of 606 public school districts with the District coming in 36th overall. The teachers also moved up to the 140th best team in the nation out of more than 11,000.

It’s been 30 consecutive years that Bellbrook Middle School has claimed the Governor's Thomas Edison Awards for Excellence in STEM Education and Student Research.The Ohio Academy of Science selected 77 Ohio schools and 1,249 teachers to receive for their accomplishments during the 2025-2026 school year.

Teachers Alyson Geis, Ari Warner, Crystal Lohn, Debi Schweiterman, Janice Cook, Jennifer Julian, Karl Stanbery, Kayla Guess, Kyle Ferguson, Lauren Duhan, Lilah Kreitzer and Lynzee Allen were recognized with the award.

Did you know you can monitor our student’s Chromebook and another device for free through Qustodio? Check out the previous message sent on Sept. 24 here for more information.

The District is looking to hire bus drivers in the near future. The District has a training program to help you obtain your CDL. Paper applications here, or go to the Dayton Area School Consortium to fill out an application online and submit.

The 9th Annual Pumpkin Auction will be at 6:30 p.m. on October 14 at the Bell Creek Intermediate gym. Food trucks will be on site by 6 p.m.  and the live auction begins at 6:30 with a professional auctioneer. The entire community is welcome to attend and raise funds for A Special Wish ~ Dayton. Those who are unable to attend but would like to make a donation can do so by contacting BCI’s main office.

The Bellbrook-Sugarcreek School District will host its Curriculum nights during Parent Teacher Conferences at each building, following this schedule: Stephen Bell Elementary, 3:15-6 p.m. Oct. 19; Bell Creek Intermediate and Bellbrook Middle School, 4-7:30 p.m. Oct. 22; and Bellbrook High School 4-5:30 p.m., Nov. 5.

The Supportive Peers Trunk or Treat will be held on Oct. 24 at Bellbrook Middle School. It’s a wonderful event that is open to the public. If you would like to bring a vehicle/setup and pass out treats, please contact Tess Rivero at tess.rivero@bss.k12.oh.us

The District is hosting its third Senior Citizens' Lunch. We invite members of our community to come to the St. Pierre Education Center -- a place many called their high school -- on Oct. 28 to share a meal and some wonderful conversation with current high school students and learn some things you might not know about our district. Open to Senior Citizens who live in Bellbrook or Sugarcreek Twp. Register here by Oct. 20. 

With the Dramatic success of the Harlem Wizards last year, the Bellbrook-Sugarcreek Education Foundation is bringing them back for another fun-filled night of entertainment on November 10 in the High School gym. Come and watch the teachers play and get ready to dance and win prizes! Tickets available now!

The District will be hosting a Coffee Chat with Dr. Cozad at 10 a.m. Oct. 27 at Winans. There will be a second Coffee Chat at 4 p.m. Oct 28 at 4 p.m. at St. Pierre Education Center. Come and learn about the District, its goals and what’s next.

Eat at Elsa’s from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. on October 6, Wilmington Pike Location, and a portion of the proceeds will go to benefit the cheer program at Bellbrook Schools. Bring in the flyer to earn the highest percentage

Eat at Gionino’s on Oct. 15 and support the PTO. A portion of the proceeds from the sales that evening will go to benefit the PTO and all they do.

The Band needs just $3,809 more to hit its Tag Day Fundraiser target! You can Donate online Here and share this information with family, friends, and music supporters to help the band reach the finish line! We also have room for more corporate sponsors. If you are interested in putting your brand in front of thousands of local families, stadium crowds, and competition visitors this season, visit our website and check out our Corporate Sponsorship Packages. All funds go to instruments, show uniforms, equipment, travel, and contest fees for our dedicated local students. The Bellbrook Music Boosters is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit. The deadline is Oct. 7.

Coming later this week! Libby Bunsold makes a major announcement as we talk about the recruiting process and why she can do anything on a basketball or volleyball court. Listen or Watch! The Eagle Insights Podcast is available on Spotify, YouTube, Amazon Music, iHeart Radio, and the Apple Podcast App. We have new episodes coming soon with people all over our district. Know what’s going on! Like, follow and subscribe!

Bellbrook High School is headed to the courthouse in its fall production of 12 Angry Jurors. Curtains open Nov. 19, 20 and 21. Tickets will go on sale in November. See what will be an amazing cast take the stage.

Bellbrook Middle School presents Charlie and the Chocolate Factory as its fall performance, running November 13-15. Tickets on sale soon.