Welcome to Bridgman Elementary School

Bridgman Elementary School is located in Southwest Michigan in Lake Township, just twenty miles north of the Indiana border. Situated on the beautiful shores of Lake Michigan, Bridgman is known as a tourist destination due to its beautiful sand beaches, wooded dune trails, and local shops. The community is rich in agriculture and farming, and local produce is abundant.

Bridgman Elementary School prides itself on educating the whole child. Academic, social, emotional, and behavioral supports are implemented at every grade level. Academic achievement is an integral part of Bridgman Elementary’s growth and success. Academic data is analyzed on an ongoing basis to provide research-based intervention and enrichment time in a small group provided by all instructional staff. 

Students follow the district Guidelines for Success:  Safety, Responsibility, Respect, and Honesty. All staff regularly recognize students for possessing these characteristics, and students are celebrated throughout the year.

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Important Announcements

OCTOBER 2026
Fr. 10/09 - Picture retake day - bring picture packet to trade in for retakes.  If student missed picture day - use this code to order pictures: 

Your retake code is:  0657CCU

https://inter-state.com/flyerentry/0657CCU

Fr. 10/16 - Half day of school - dismissal begins at 11:00 AM
Fr. 10/23 - BES Fun Run 

NOVEMBER 2026
Nov. 2-3-4-5:  Scholastic Book Fair @ BES - times to be announced
Wed. 11/04 - Parent/Teacher Conferences 4-7 PM
Th. 11/05 - Half day of school - dismissal begins at 11:00 AM 
Th. 11/05 - Parent/Teacher Conferences 4-7 PM
Fr. 11/06 - Half day of school - dismissal begins at 11:00 AM
Nov. 25-26-27:  NO SCHOOL - Thanksgiving Break

DECEMBER 2026
Wed. 12/16 - Half day of school - dismissal begins at 11:00 AM
Th. 12/17 - Half day of school - dismissal begins at 11:00 AM
Fr. 12/18 - Half day of school - dismissal begins at 11:00 AM

WINTER BREAK - Dec. 21, 2026 - Jan. 1, 2027
School Resumes Jan. 4, 2027

2026-2027 NEW STUDENT ENROLLMENT 
Enrollment packets are currently available in the Elementary school office .  Call 269-466-0258 with any questions.  Current students do not need to re-enroll.   

Student needs to be 5 years old by September 1, 2026 to attend either Kindergarten or Progressive-5's.
Both programs are full-day classes.  ALL newly enrolled Pro-5 &  Kindergarten students will be readiness screened to determine placement.

New students enrolling in Grades 1-4 - we will also need a copy of their current report card from their previous school (& a copy of their current IEP,  if applicable).  A brief screening will be conducted for those students.

Items to bring when picking up an enrollment packet:
~Original birth certificate (courthouse issued)
~Current immunization record
~Proof of hearing, vision and dental screening for child - from health dept, physician or dentist
~Proof of residency - rental agreement, deed, building permit, tax statement OR voter registration card
~Driver's license of parent/guardian
~Custody papers (if applicable)

MORNING DROP-OFF:
Reminder – doors open at 7:30 AM for students to enter the building.  School starts at 7:45 AM & students must be in their classroom by that time.  Students arriving after 7:45 AM will be marked Tardy and should be accompanied to the BES office by an adult.

IMPORTANT REMINDER TO PARENTS
Elementary Parents — Remember when you pick up your child in a vehicle you must use the parking lot drop-off/pick-up process.  Drivers should not block intersections or driveways, and must obey ALL traffic laws - including coming to a complete stop at stop signs.  Future violations may be subject to citation by City of Bridgman Police Department.

Students using the “walker door” should live in the neighborhoods surrounding the elementary school and walk (not catch a ride to avoid the pickup lane) to their homes at the end of the school day. Your cooperation in this matter is appreciated.

“PARENTS AS TEACHERS” PLAYGROUPS
Berrien RESA sponsors the free Early Childhood Playgroup “Read, Play & Learn” for children 0-4 years old at the Bridgman Elementary MPR.

The 2026-2027 playgroups will be held on the following Thursdays from 9-10 AM:
October 15, 2026
November 12, 2026
January 14, 2027
February 11, 2027
March 11, 2027
April 15, 2027

In case of Bridgman school closure/2-hour delay due to inclement weather - RESA playgroup will also be cancelled.

 

 

(269) 465-5432

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