Meet some of our fourth grade Trash Bashers! At the Chenery we have close to 400 students who volunteer during their lunch periods to "Bash Trash". They help other students sort their lunch waste into recycling, compost, and disposable waste. The Chenery has the highest compost rate of any other source in town! Way to go Trash Bashers!!
Walk, Bike & Roll to School Day!
CUE students and educators kicked off National Walk & Bike to School Day with music, stickers, stamps, and plenty of smiles as they arrived at school! It was a fun way to celebrate active, healthy ways to get to school and practice safe routes along the way. Thanks to everyone who joined in!
CUE students and educators kicked off National Walk & Bike to School Day with music, stickers, stamps, and plenty of smiles as they arrived at school! It was a fun way to celebrate active, healthy ways to get to school and practice safe routes along the way. Thanks to everyone who joined in!
The Belmont ELPAC hosted a potluck picnic at Wellington School on September 22 to welcome new families, reconnect with returning families, and celebrate our wonderful English Language Education community.
We had a fantastic turnout, with an amazing array of food from around the world! Families also had access to simultaneous interpretation in five languages.
The evening included a presentation about the English Language Education program, our goals for students, and the importance of partnering with families. New families also applauded returning families who came to help welcome them to our cosmopolitan community.
To wrap up the evening, families were invited to take home free books, generously provided through the Foundation for Belmont Education’s elementary library renewal project.
View presentation: https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1TCkMVSGtoQiiYEr3GUiQAxH29ZEvm2j-U6uwHNBIoAk/edit?usp=sharing
We had a fantastic turnout, with an amazing array of food from around the world! Families also had access to simultaneous interpretation in five languages.
The evening included a presentation about the English Language Education program, our goals for students, and the importance of partnering with families. New families also applauded returning families who came to help welcome them to our cosmopolitan community.
To wrap up the evening, families were invited to take home free books, generously provided through the Foundation for Belmont Education’s elementary library renewal project.
View presentation: https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1TCkMVSGtoQiiYEr3GUiQAxH29ZEvm2j-U6uwHNBIoAk/edit?usp=sharing
☕️ Coffee with the Principal at the CUE!
Principal Dr. Smith welcomed CUE parents for a morning of conversation, connection, and community. She shared the school’s values and goals for the year ahead, including a focus on building a strong sense of belonging through this year’s theme, “We Are Chenery.” Parents had the opportunity to mingle, ask questions, and connect with one another.
The CUE PTO also shared information about the events and enrichment activities they sponsor, as well as the many ways parents can volunteer and get involved in the school community.
Parents also got a special sneak peek at the new CUE playground, opening soon for students to enjoy!
#We Are Chenery!
Principal Dr. Smith welcomed CUE parents for a morning of conversation, connection, and community. She shared the school’s values and goals for the year ahead, including a focus on building a strong sense of belonging through this year’s theme, “We Are Chenery.” Parents had the opportunity to mingle, ask questions, and connect with one another.
The CUE PTO also shared information about the events and enrichment activities they sponsor, as well as the many ways parents can volunteer and get involved in the school community.
Parents also got a special sneak peek at the new CUE playground, opening soon for students to enjoy!
#We Are Chenery!
There’s nothing quite like the excitement of the first day of school! 📚✏️ At Winn Brook, educators greeted students with warm smiles, helping make the transition from home to school a little smoother for both students and parents. We’re so happy to have our students back and can’t wait to see all the learning, growth, and joy this new school year brings. Welcome back, BPS!
Today, we kicked off the new school year by welcoming back our returning staff and saying hello to the new faces joining the BPS community!
Superintendent Jill Geiser celebrated the district’s accomplishments and the collective work that has moved BPS forward, while sharing her excitement for the year ahead. School Committee Chair Meg Moriarty also greeted staff and offered her best wishes for a great school year!
Then, principals from PreK through gr 12 took the mic to share what makes their schools so special. While every school has its own unique spirit, one message rang loud and clear: It’s the people who make BPS special.
Together, we build our community! Here’s to an amazing year of learning, connection, and growth!
Superintendent Jill Geiser celebrated the district’s accomplishments and the collective work that has moved BPS forward, while sharing her excitement for the year ahead. School Committee Chair Meg Moriarty also greeted staff and offered her best wishes for a great school year!
Then, principals from PreK through gr 12 took the mic to share what makes their schools so special. While every school has its own unique spirit, one message rang loud and clear: It’s the people who make BPS special.
Together, we build our community! Here’s to an amazing year of learning, connection, and growth!
Celebrating our CUE 6th graders at a memorable Moving Up Ceremony! Families joined their students to mark this important milestone as Principal Smith and team leaders shared highlights, reflected on student growth, and looked ahead to middle school. It was a wonderful celebration of hard work, perseverance, and accomplishments.
After the ceremony, families and staff gathered outside for refreshments and time together in the sunshine. Officers Brian and Bingo also stopped by to celebrate our students! Congratulations, 6th graders—your next chapter is just beginning, and we are so proud of all you’ve achieved at Chenery Upper Elementary School!
Field Days are here! Last week, our 4th Grade played in the sunshine and shade with beach balls! Today, 5th Grade enjoyed the great weather while showing off their team spirit tie dye t-shirts! Next up, 6th Grade will celebrate with friends at their field day. Thanks to all the teachers and volunteers who orchestrated the fun at CUE.
The Chenery Chorus made Belmont proud this weekend, representing our schools with an incredible performance of the national anthem at the Red Sox game! Huge congratulations to their teacher, Sara Carson, for organizing such an amazing experience for her students!
Celebrating dedication and impact! 🎉
At Staff Recognition Day yesterday, Belmont Public Schools and the Belmont Education Association honored educators and staff with 10–30 years of service at a special luncheon, kicked off by a wonderful performance by the Clay Pit Crooners, BHS a cappella group. Thank you for the difference you make in our schools and in the lives of our students every day.
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)
