BES Community Connection 5.18.26

This post was created on 05/21/2026.

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Hello Bulldog Families!
 
There are just two weeks left in this school year, and we have planned for the learning and fun to continue. Please encourage your child to stay focused on learning, and be sure to prioritize your child's attendance.
 
We still have one more state test for 5th grade this week, as well as makeup testing each day. During state testing, we will close our campus to visitors so that we can maintain a secure testing environment for our students. Family lunches have ended for this school year. Please plan accordingly.


Tuesday: Fifth Grade Science test
Friday: Pride of the Pack, 5th grade Kickball, PreK Graduation, SSYRA Celebration

Coming next year: For the 2026-2027 school year, our school bell times will remain the same: 9:40 am - 3:50 pm.

Please read the following reminders, and share them with any family members who are coming to our campus.

Important! Morning supervision does not begin until 9:25 am. Please do not drop off your student before that time, unless they are involved in a special activity. Early drop off or arrival should not occur in the car line or at Hiker/Biker. 

Hiker/Biker Reminders
If your child is riding a bike or scooter to or from school, please be sure they are wearing a helmet. Recently, we have noticed that helmet use has decreased, which is a safety issue. This is also required by Florida Statute 316.2065 and is part of our Hiker/Biker procedures.

Car Rider Line Procedures
We have had several safety issues in our car line recently, and we need your help!

  • You must not use your cell phone in our car line at any time. As soon as you enter the line in the morning or afternoon, please put your cell phone down so that you can pay attention and ensure the safety of everyone around you. Even while you are waiting, it is important that you are NOT on your phone.

    Morning Car Line Notes:
    Students may ONLY be dropped off at the numbered poles to an adult or Safety Patrol officer. Do NOT drop off your child anywhere else in the parking lot or on the road in front of the school. After the car line is closed, students must be escorted to the office by an adult.
     

Dismissal

Absences: Please be sure to report this through your parent portal. Instructions are available here 👉 www.pasco.k12.fl.us/attendance/absence 

Please remind your Bulldog of our school expectations every day.

  • Be respectful.
  • Be responsible.
  • Be safe.
     

We love our families to visit our campus, and want to remind you that you must bring your ID every time. Help us keep our Bulldogs safe.

With Bulldog Pride,
Vanessa Hilton
Principal
Bexley Elementary School

School Information

Bexley Elementary
4380 Ballantrae Boulevard
Land O’ Lakes, FL 34638
(813) 346-4300

Principal: Mrs. Vanessa Hilton
School Hours: 9:40-3:50