Thank you to our amazing school lunch heroes today and every day!
On Tuesday, the CUE Ambassador Project, spearheaded by 6th grade ELA teacher Maegan Etesse, invited students to become “ambassadors” of a country they are interested in exploring or connected to their heritage. Students represented 49 countries, transforming the cafeteria into a vibrant, global learning experience. Students explored their country’s flag and its meaning, climate, languages, landmarks, and traditional cuisine. They also applied math skills by planning a trip with a $15,000 budget, calculating the cost of round-trip airfare from Boston for four people, along with accommodations, transportation, and sightseeing. Now in its second year, Ms. Etesse said the project was inspired by a student who noticed the many flags displayed in the classroom but didn’t recognize many of the countries and suggested learning more about them. That idea has since grown into an engaging annual tradition.
On Friday, our 5th grade students paraded through the school, bringing their favorite idioms to life! From silly to clever, the halls were buzzing with fun, creativity, and learning as figurative language jumped off the page!
The holiday break began on a high note as the Madrigal Singers filled Chenery with beautiful holiday songs for students and teachers. Their a cappella performance, complete with period-appropriate Renaissance costumes, brought warmth, joy, and a sense of tradition to the school community. The performers then continued spreading good cheer and the joys of the season at other schools across the district. ✨🎶 Here’s a short clip so you can enjoy the beautiful sound of their voices and a bit of holiday magic. https://youtu.be/XKtEfWD0x9o
Students from the Chenery Upper Elementary, Butler, and Burbank Schools honored Belmont veterans with moving performances of songs and poetry. The event celebrated the courage, service, and sacrifice of those who have served our country and reminded us of the importance of gratitude and community. On this Veterans Day, we offer a heartfelt thank you to all veterans for their service and dedication to our nation.
Welcome to Belmont Public Schools! This week, BPS Administration proudly welcomed 42 new educators during our New Educator Orientation. Throughout the program, they explored the district’s vision and values and built connections with colleagues across schools—ready to bring their energy, talent, and passion for teaching to Belmont classrooms. We’re thrilled to have them join the BPS community—here’s to a great year ahead!
Across our elementary and upper elementary schools, Moving Up and Clap Out celebrations took place—marking an exciting milestone for our amazing 3rd grade students as they get ready for upper elementary! At Winn Brook, parents and students gave a big round of applause—complete with cowbells and pom-pom waves—as 3rd graders paraded around the school. Wellington welcomed families indoors for a video presentation, then continued the celebration outside with a festive reception. At Butler, 3rd grade students were cheered on with the message to Dream Big!, while Burbank 3rd graders performed Count on Me to close out their elementary journey. The CUE celebrated its 6th grade class with a special ceremony and wrapped up with a spirited Clap Out. Congratulations to all our rising 4th and 7th graders! Enjoy the summer!
Congratulations to Belmont Public Schools Food Service!
We are so proud to see the Belmont School Food Service Program recognized as a Healthy Meals Incentive School. This honor celebrates their commitment to innovation in school meals and dedication to scratch cooking that nourishes and supports our students every day. Thank you for creating healthy, delicious meals for our students!
This morning, the 5th grade chorus filled the auditorium with music and joy during their spring performance. Under the wonderful direction of Ms. Carson, and with beautiful piano accompaniment by Ms. Chen, the students delivered a memorable concert featuring eight inspiring songs. A standout moment was their moving rendition of “We Will”, a piece written after 9/11 to inspire hope and respond to a world of despair through music. The students beautifully captured the emotion and meaning behind every varied piece they performed. Kudos to all the students, staff, and families who made this event so special! View a little clip here - https://youtu.be/mx6d7gQ1NH0
Making Belmont Proud! Our amazing Chenery Chorus filled Fenway Park with their beautiful voices and high energy as they sang the National Anthem before Saturday's Red Sox game! (photo credit Brian Palmer)
Kickin' It With The 4th Graders: End of Year Kickball Tourney (and Crafts)
We are excited to celebrate all the hard work our 4th graders have put into this year. The PTO proudly sponsors this special end-of-year kickball tournament exclusively for CUE 4th grade students and educators. Please confirm your consent for your student to participate by completing the form. Any questions please reach out to us at chenerypto@gmail.com. We can’t wait to see our 4th graders on the field having a blast!
WHAT: Kickball Tournament & Other fun activities
WHEN: Friday, May 30, 2025 from 2:30-4:30pm (Rain Date Fri 6/13)
WHERE: CUE outdoor fields
STUDENT SIGN UP - Please sign up your student before May 29th at 12pm via this Google form https://forms.gle/ZgBJqi7MsqbtsN1y8 . We will need to have a registration for each participating 4th grader.
PARENT VOLUNTEERS - Please sign up using this form - https://www.signupgenius.com/go/30E0C4CAFAF2AA4FD0-56727966-kickin#/
DONATIONS - The event is free for students to attend and is funded by the PTO. If you would like to make a contribution to cover event snacks and future PTO activities, please contribute to the Chenery PTO via Paypal: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=FDZZCF7B5D3R8
Belmont Public School Staff are invited to our upcoming virtual Equity Roundtable - "Equity Matters: A BPS Staff Dialogue". Join colleagues on Wednesday, May 28, 2025, at 6 p.m. This event is an important opportunity for us to engage in meaningful discussions about equity within our schools. Please refer to the flyer for details and an article for pre-reading. RSVP dwilliams@belmontschools.net by May 23rd .
Thank you for your dedication to fostering equity in our educational environment. I look forward to seeing you there!
Attention 5th grade families!! Join us for the 5th grade Party on May 16!
RSVP: https://forms.gle/6bvspEvKdZHGGXWY6
Support snack purchases: https://bit.ly/4jVBJYV
Email CheneryPTO@gmail.com with any questions!
Looking forward to celebrating our incredible Belmont educators tonight! All are welcome join us at the Chenery Auditorium at 6pm, Thursday, May 1st, where our worthy recipients will be honored by the Foundation for Belmont Education. Thank you to Belmont Savings Bank Foundation for sponsoring this treasured event. Reception to follow, with food and drink. See you there!
Just before spring break, Chenery Upper Elementary celebrated Being Responsible in a big way! Our students took the lead in an inspiring assembly—sharing skits, raps, poems, and videos all about what it means to be responsible. To top it off, teachers nominated students who go above and beyond in showing what responsibility means every day. Assistant Principals, Ms. Giunta and Ms. Mathews, proudly presented these students with certificates in front of their classmates and teachers. Way to go, Chenery!
Chenery Upper Elementary School is celebrating Black History Month by launching an exciting new literacy adventure! This month, its hallways will come alive with Story Walks on each floor, featuring engaging picture books that feature Black authors, inspiring characters, and powerful themes of community, perseverance, and joy. Get ready to explore, read, and be inspired on every floor! The reading journey begins -
My Daddy is a Cowboy by Stephanie Seales (1st Floor)
This touching story follows a young girl and her father as they embrace their love for horseback riding.
Thank You, Omu! by Oge Mora (2nd Floor)
This heartwarming story celebrates generosity and community as Omu, a kind woman, shares her delicious stew with neighbors.
Jabari Jumps by Gaia Cornwall (3rd Floor)
Jabari is ready to jump off the diving board—but he has to conquer his fears first!
Chenery Students and Staff - it’s time to show off our school spirit! Get ready for Spirit Week - a week full of fun, creativity, and school pride from Feb 10-14! Check out our exciting daily themes!
New Year, New Goals! 🎉 It's the perfect time to download the BPS app to connect with our school community. Stay updated on important news, lunch menus, events, and more!
Download the BPS app today! And follow us on Facebook and X!
Come to Belmont Basketball Night - Friday, January 10th at the BMHS Field House. Free Event for all! Participate in fun activities and watch the varsity girls and boys basketball teams compete against Woburn. 🏀Celtics ticket raffle, autographed basketball raffle, and more!
The BHS Madrigals spread holiday cheer today, caroling at schools and offices throughout the District. Wishing everyone a joyful holiday season and relaxing winter break! See you January 2, 2025! https://youtu.be/hzGrHPK1cVU
