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.

Important Announcements

FEBRUARY 2026
2/13 - Half day of school - dismissal begins at 11:00 AM
2/16 - NO SCHOOL - President's Day

MARCH 2026
3/13 - Half day of school - dismissal begins at 11:00 AM
3/27 - NO SCHOOL 

March 30 through April 3  - NO SCHOOL - Spring Break 

2026-2027 KINDERGARTEN/PROGRESSIVE-5 NEW STUDENT ENROLLMENT 
Enrollment packets will be available beginning March 16-20 during school hours, and March 18 from 5:00-6:30 PM.  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 in May 2026 to determine placement.

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.

2025-2026 NEW STUDENT ENROLLMENT
Enrollment packets for new students are available in the elementary office 
Please call (269) 466-0241 or (269) 466-0258 with any questions.

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
~Proof of residency - rental agreement, deed, building permit, tax statement OR voter registration card
~Driver's license of parent/guardian
~Custody papers (if applicable)

Paperwork should be returned within 2 business days.  We will place your child on a grade level roster upon receipt of completed forms.

New students enrolling in Grades 1-4 - we will also need a copy of their current report card from their previous school.  A brief screening will be conducted for all students.

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 2025-2026 dates are:
Thursday, February 12, 2026
Thursday, March 12, 2026
Thursday, April 16, 2026