Spring Archives - Bellaire Youth Initiative

Swimming

This free program is open to non-swimmers only in grades 1-6. Each student must attend all four (4) swimming classes.Parents must commit to sending their child to all four lessons or pay a $25 no-show penalty. Registration is open until March 19. Limited to the first 4 students per class. Parent letter, Application and Liability Statement are available in the school office. Questions? Call Grandma Dee at 231-377-7077 Upcoming Classes Registration and Waiver BYI swimming class 8 12 x 11 flyer 2.24.25Download

Student Pantries

Student Pantries stock essential personal products and clothing for students, free of charge and are located at John Rogers Elementary School and Bellaire High School (for Middle and High schools). Items available include toiletries, washcloths, towels, pillows, blankets,underwear, casual clothing (such as sweatshirts and t-shirts) flannel shirts and sweaters, dress up clothes for parties and formals (such as dresses and suit jackets), shoes, boots, winter coats, hats, scarves and mittens.

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NRA Home Firearm Safety

NRA Gun Safety is offered for students in grades 5 –12. Certified NRA instructors lead the one-day class. Day one is focused on classwork; day two is at the NRA indoor shooting range. Course & Shooting PracticeFREE OF CHARGEAdults are welcome to learn to be mentors Jim Ribby - Certified instructorCourse Instruction: .22 rifle and handgun awarenessMiddle & High School Students(Limited to 15 students) Forest Home Township Hall Shooting PracticeFor those passing the course work, indoor shooting practice dates will be announced. Upcoming Classes Registration and Waiver BYI - Home Firearm Safety flyer 10.15.24Download

Martial Arts

Grades 5-12 John Rogers Elementary School GymRyan Mach certified instructor. Registration forms are available in the school office or Online Questions? Call Grandma Dee 231-377-7077 Upcoming Classes Registration and Waiver

Lego

Grades 4-12. Initiative Coordinator is Ms. Leanna Colvin. Upcoming Classes Registration and Waiver BYI Lego Club 12.04.24Download

Guitar

Grades 4 - 12 Location: To be announcedInitiative Coordinator/Instructorsare Peter Bennett and Leslee Preece.BYI has a guitar waiting for you to take home and practice! 6 Sessions(Maximum 9 students) Upcoming Classes Registration and Waiver

Eagles’ Nest – Grades 3-5

September through May, Eagles’ Nest is offered to children, first grade through third grade after school from 3:00 – 5:00. In the 2022-Winter 2023 school year, Eagles’ Nest is being expanded to include a second day on Thursdays.

Eagles’ Nest – Grades 1-4

September through May, Eagles’ Nest is offered to children, first grade through third grade after school from 3:00 – 5:00. In the 2022-Winter 2023 school year, Eagles’ Nest is being expanded to include a second day on Thursdays.

Cooking & Crafts

Students, grades 5 –12, learn valuable cooking and meal preparation skills, recipe reading, sanitary practices, teamwork and organization skills. Cooking sessions are held Fall, Winter and Spring. Besides eating their own creations in the afternoon, recipes are shared with Meadowbrook residents or taken home to share with their families. Dee Lynch is the initiative leader. Upcoming Classes Registration and Waiver

Senior Citizens Balance Yoga Class

FREE - Limited to 20 senior citizens. John R. Rogers Elementary School Gym. Registration forms are available online, Bellaire Public Library, Ruthann’s Bakery, M-88 Morning Grind, and Inspire Health Chiropractic. Questions? Call Grandma Dee at 231-377-7077 Upcoming Classes Registration and Waiver