Bethune Academy - We are a STEM School

Bethune Academy is  built on a strong foundation of high expectations for the whole child in a nurturing environment.  A special culture has been developed at Bethune Academy which inspires a spirit of tradition, family, celebrations and community service.

Mission Statement

Bethune Academy values the unique qualities of each person and believes that everyone has the capacity to learn.  We expect all learners to attend and show effort, meet the required curriculum, develop responsibility, citizenship, and leadership.

Vision Statement

It is our vision to be a leader in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) education by inspiring and preparing generations of critical and creative thinkers to meet the challenges of a global society through innovation and collaboration.

Announcements

  • Book Fair: May 6th - 10th
    • Monday - Thursday 7:45 a.m. - 3:30 a.m.
    • Friday 7:45 a.m. - 12 noon
  • Field Day and STEM Olympics: May 7th, 8th and 10th
    • Tuesday, May 7: 4th and 5th graders 9:00a.m. - 12:15p.m.
    • Wednesday, May 8: Kindergarteners and 1st graders 9:00a.m. - 12:15p.m.
    • Friday, May 10: 2nd and 3rd graders 9:00a.m. - 12:15p.m.
  • When children arrive after the tardy bell, a parent must walk them to the front office for a tardy slip. The gate at the car rider area will be locked at 8:30 and remain locked for the remainder of the school day.

Bethune Academy Events

Friday, April 26, 2013: Spirit Day Celebration

Wednesday, May 1, 2013: Early Release (dismissal 1 hour early) PTA Non-uniform Day

Friday, May 3, 2013: B.A. Class Photos

Friday, May 3, 2013: 7:00p.m. All-County Concert, Florida Southern College

Tuesday, May 7, 2013:  4th Grade Field Day and STEM Olympics

Tuesday, May 7, 2013:  5th Grade Field Day and STEM Olympics

Wednesday, May 8, 2013:  Kindergarten Field Day and STEM Olympics

Wednesday, May 8, 2013:  1st Grade Field Day and STEM Olympics

Friday, May 10, 2013:  2nd Grade Field Day and STEM Olympics

Friday, May 10, 2013:  3rd Grade Field Day and STEM Olympics

Monday, May 13, 2013: Chess Celebration

Tuesday, May 14, 2013: Talent Show Tryouts

Friday, May 17, 2013: B.A. Talent Show

Monday, May 20, 2013: Drum Day

Wednesday, May 22, 2013: Uke Day

Thursday, May 23, 2013: Wear "Jeans for our U.S. Troops" Day

Friday, May 24, 2013: Recorder Day

Monday, May 27, 2013: No School, Memorial Day Holiday

Calendar for Polk County Schools

Click here to access calendar webpage.  (Includes new calendar for 2013-2014 school year)