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August 17 - 21, 2026
A Message from the Principal
A Message from the Principal
L.D. Bell Families,
What a rock-solid first week of classes! It has been absolutely wonderful seeing our campus come alive with energy, smiles, and a readiness to learn. We are so excited for all the incredible opportunities, achievements, and experiences this school year holds for our students.
To keep our school community connected, every Friday we will share a weekly newsletter highlighting important events, dates, and reminders for the upcoming week.
📹 Special Highlight in Today’s Newsletter: This week’s edition features a 12-minute video detailing our positive academic and behavioral supports. We kindly ask that you take a few minutes to watch it. It covers:
The academic resources and support systems available to help your student thrive.
Our shared expectations for successfully navigating L.D. Bell High School.
Thank you for your continued partnership and support. Together, we are going to make this an unforgettable and successful school year!
BELLieve,
Randy Belcher, Principal of L.D. Bell High School
Weekly Calendar
Weekly Calendar
Monday, August 17
Tuesday, August 18
Varsity 1 Tennis vs. Nimitz at Nimitz HS 4:00 PM
Freshmen Volleyball vs. Timber Creek at L.D. Bell A 5:30/B 6:30 PM
JV Volleyball vs. Timber Creek at L.D. Bell 5:30 PM
Raiderette Board/Parent Meeting; Library 6:00 PM
Varsity Volleyball vs. Timber Creek at L.D. Bell 6:30 PM
Wednesday, August 19
Orchestra Registration Day; Orchestra Room 5:00 PM
Swim Team Parent Meeting; AC Team Room 6:00 PM
Thursday, August 20
Varsity Volleyball Granbury Tournament at Granbury HS
Cross Country Gingerbread at Camp Copass, Denton
Varsity 2 Tennis vs. Nimitz at L.D. Bell 4:00 PM
Girls’ Basketball Parent Meeting; AC Team Rooms 5:00 PM
Freshmen Football vs. Mansfield Lake Ridge at Newsom Stadium 6:00 PM
JV Blue/White Football vs. Mansfield Lake Ridge at Newsom Stadium 7:00 PM
Varsity Football Scrimmage vs. Mansfield Lake Ridge at Newsom Stadium 8:00 PM
Friday, August 21
Varsity Volleyball Granbury Tournament at Granbury HS
Saturday, August 22
Varsity Volleyball Granbury Tournament at Granbury HS
Update: Student ID's at L.D. Bell High School
Update: Student ID's at L.D. Bell High School
Students will be required to wear ID’s when they enter the building
on a lanyard around the neck.
All students will recieve a smart student id on
Monday, August 17th in 2nd period classes.
Temporary id's are available in the cafeteria each morning from 8:15 - 9:00 AM & 10:00 - 10:20 AM All other times temporary ids are available from the attendance secretaries.
Students must have their smart tag id or a temporary id to ride the bus after school and to the Buinger Academy during the school day.
Failure to wear a school issued ID will result
in a graduated system of discipline consequences.
Student Personal Electronic Device Policy
Student Personal Electronic Device Policy
In accordance with House Bill 1481, students' use of personal electronic devices during the school day is prohibited.
This includes cell phones, earbuds/headphones, smart watches, and other personal electronic devices.
No use during classes, passing periods, or lunch times.
Personal devices must be stored in backpacks, purses, bags, or a designated storage area between 8:35 AM - 4:02 PM.
Keep all technology put away and out of sight. If the phone is visible or causes a disruption, even unintentionally, it will be confiscated and treated as a violation. Devices should be powered off and silenced during the school day.
Positive Behavior and Academic Supports
Positive Behavior and Academic Supports
L.D. Bell Parents and Guardians,
Please view the L.D. Bell Positive Behavior and Academic Support Video. This video was shown and discussed with all students on Friday, August 14th, during 2nd period classes.
Schedule Correction Form
Schedule Correction Form
Students who believe there is a mistake in their schedule or would like to request a class change have until 9:00 a.m. on Monday, August 17th to submit a request. Students need to access the Schedule Correction Form, which is in their L.D. Bell Quick Links app located on their Classlink homepage.
Mascot Shop
Mascot Shop
Visit us today and explore our wide selection of high-quality apparel and accessories designed just for our amazing L.D. Bell community!
Find everything you need to showcase your school pride, including:
Proud Parent of a Graduate gear
Exclusive Alumni designs are in development
And much more for students, parents, and alumni!
https://themascotshop.jostens.com/1079346
Construction Updates
Construction Updates
Brown Trail Construction: Impact on Drop-off and Pick-up Procedures
Brown Trail is currently restricted to one lane in each direction. To ensure the safety of our community and maintain traffic flow, no parking, drop-off, or pick-up on Brown Trail. Only traffic heading South on Brown Trail toward 183 allows for access to the front circle loop and the Brown Trail/Raider Way entrance. This impact will be through early September.
Front Circle Loop (Main Drop-Off)
Location: Main school entrance along Brown Trail.
Traffic Flow: Enter while traveling south on Brown Trail. Pull completely to the curb in the far-right lane and exit back onto Brown Trail.
Safety Protocols: Unload students from the right-side curb lane only. Keep the left lane clear for exiting vehicles. Do not leave vehicles unattended in the loading line.
Best For: Traffic approaching from the north and heading south on Brown Trail.
Staff/Student Lot (Drop-off in the Student/Staff Lot)
Location: South side of campus, accessible via Brown Trail and the Highway 183 access road. Speed limit 10 mph
Southbound Brown Trail Traffic: Turn right onto Raider Way to access this lot by turning left past the portable buildings into the staff/student lot.
Northbound Brown Trail Traffic: Access from the Highway 183 service road Raider Bowl entrance.
Best For: Traffic coming from south of Highway 183 or traffic exiting toward Highway 183 East/West.
Pleasant View Dr.
Location: North side of campus.
Restriction: The Bus Circle Drive on Pleasant View Dr. is for buses only.
Eastbound Traffic: Pick up and drop off students at the curb; students may enter through the B-Hall entrance.
Traffic Tips & Peak Hours
Peak Times: Arrival is heaviest between 8:15 AM and 8:45 AM. Afternoon dismissal is heaviest between 3:45 PM and 4:30 PM.
School Hours: Doors open daily at 7:15 AM. Students are late for 1st period after 8:40 AM.
Early Arrival: We encourage early drop-offs to avoid traffic; students are welcome to relax in the cafeteria before school starts.
Afternoon Pickup: To avoid the heaviest congestion, consider picking up your student after 4:30 PM. Students may wait in the cafeteria after school.
Late Pickup (After 4:30 PM): Access the staff/student parking lot via the Highway 183 Access Road/Raider Bowl entrance and have your student walk to your parked vehicle.
Athletic Event Tickets
Athletic Event Tickets
All athletic ticket sales for home games this year are online ONLY.
CLICK HERE to purchase your tickets online to all L.D. Bell home athletic events.
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