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December 14, 2017

Attendance Matters

A high percentage of Bellcate students come to Bellcate with a history of truancy challenges. At Bellcate School, we recognize that absences add up. Missing school just 2 days a month means a student misses 10 percent of the school year. Also, by 6th grade chronic absence becomes a leading indicator that a student will… Read more »

December 13, 2017

Bellcate Medals at Special O Aquatics Competition!

On December 10th, four Bellcate student-athletes took to the pool at Saint Michael’s college to compete in the 2017 Special Olympic Holiday Games. Bellcate has not had an aquatics team in over 5 years, but the team of Marissa, Abdullahi, Kade, and Marcus put an end to that this year. While all competing in at… Read more »

December 12, 2017

Turning Up the Heat in Yoga

Yoga has been a therapeutic staple at Bellcate School for a number of years. The positive outcomes have been clear right from the start. As a result Bellcate School has engaged in a process of progressive development of our yoga program for the past 3 years. Yoga practice at Bellcate school linked with direct instruction… Read more »

December 8, 2017

Eric Wins Weight Class In His First (Ever) Wrestling Meet!

On November 27th, Bellcate’s Athletic Director, Jamie Moore, dropped Eric off at Milton High School for the first wrestling practice of his life. The two could only imagine that in two short weeks, Eric would not only participate in his first wrestling meet, but win his weight class. Well, as the story goes, that’s exactly… Read more »

December 4, 2017

Art Show Reflection by Josh

On Friday December 1st at the Dostie Bros. Frame Shop  in Burlington, we had a great turn-out for bellcate art opening. There was artwork from 16 art students, which included paintings, drawings, Assemblage, collage, digital photography, pottery, textile/sculpture and images created in Photoshop. Out of the 16 artists, nine of them attended the opening! Some… Read more »

December 4, 2017

Ribbon Cutting for “The Dog House”

This fall Athletic Director, Jamie Moore, set out to give Bellcate School’s on site fitness center a face lift. The redesign includes a fresh coat of paint, new floor, inspiring wall art, smart tv, sound system and a few pieces of new equipment. 2nd quarter Jamie cut the ribbon on our new center. Named “The… Read more »

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  • Good Jobs, Good Treats

    Bellcate School Dog Treats’ Business continues to GROW! For those of you who do not know, Bellcate School has an entrepreneurial spirit and has developed our own Dog Treat Business. Currently we have 13 students and two staff that are working on getting treats baked and packaged and out to local businesses. You can buy… Read more »

  • Virtual Art Gallery

    Check out the amazing work of our community by visiting the Virtual Art Gallery!

  • Inspiring Parent Testimonial During Difficult Times
  • WBCR Show#20: A LOVE Supreme (Episode 1)

    To honor African-American musicians, writers, and producers, WBCR put together a playlist of artists according to each artists birthday. Episode 1 of “A LOVE Supreme” features DJ MP and radio director, C Cranston, in conversation regarding each performer. This months show highlights artists born between January and July. This episode airs live on Saturday night… Read more »

Testimonials

  • Bruce, Grandfather

    “Bellcate is life-changing for its kids.  It has improved our family living by learning how to handle difficult situations from time to time. The Wolf Pack family support discussions and problem solving benefit all family members, staff, and all associated parties. At Bellcate, you receive unconditional backing and support from whenver needed 24/7. I am… Read more »

  • Anna and Chip, Parents

    “Bellcate School is an amazing place. The school’s executive director and team are some of the most accomplished and talented educators and support staff we have ever met. They are committed to understanding the complex needs of each student. They will individualize an educational plan that incorporates a range of classes, social and extracurricular experiences… Read more »

  • Gail, Parent

    ​”When you walk in the door at Bellcate it is usually a beehive of activity. There are classes going on, meals being made, artwork and schoolwork being hung in the hallways, maybe gardening going on out front. There are kids of various ages and all levels of ability/disability busy with their school tasks. It may… Read more »

  • Kara, Parent

    “Bellcate School is a unique and special school that is completely dedicated to all of the student’s individual needs in a holistic approach. They improve their student’s lives academically, mentally, emotionally and physically in a community enriched environment. The wonderful staff have diverse backgrounds which enhances the variety of learning experiences the students acquire. The… Read more »

  • Kelly, Parent

    “Bellcate School is a safe place for your child and your family. A place for all of you to learn and become stronger. They will never judge you and they will always support you. Every kid should be able to go to a school like Bellcate. Bellcate School has meant more to our son and… Read more »

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February 10, 2021
  • Lily's Gym Family Night

    February 10, 2021  5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
    12 Corporate Dr, Essex Junction, VT 05452, USA

    Lily’sGym Family Night. 5-6:30p. Please join us for this evening filled with funsocial time sharing activities, getting together outside of the school day, andsharing snacks. Families are encouraged to bringa snack to share. Dinner will not be provided. All studentsattending need their own ride to, someone that stays for the evening, and aride home. If you'd like your student to attend or if you have any questions orconcerns, please call our Student Liaison; Eyob Gizachew @ 857-445-9551

March 10, 2021
  • Lily's Gym Family Night

    March 10, 2021  5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
    12 Corporate Dr, Essex Junction, VT 05452, USA

    Lily’sGym Family Night. 5-6:30p. Please join us for this evening filled with funsocial time sharing activities, getting together outside of the school day, andsharing snacks. Families are encouraged to bringa snack to share. Dinner will not be provided. All studentsattending need their own ride to, someone that stays for the evening, and aride home. If you'd like your student to attend or if you have any questions orconcerns, please call our Student Liaison; Eyob Gizachew @ 857-445-9551

April 14, 2021
  • Lily's Gym Family Night

    April 14, 2021  5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
    12 Corporate Dr, Essex Junction, VT 05452, USA

    Lily’sGym Family Night. 5-6:30p. Please join us for this evening filled with funsocial time sharing activities, getting together outside of the school day, andsharing snacks. Families are encouraged to bringa snack to share. Dinner will not be provided. All studentsattending need their own ride to, someone that stays for the evening, and aride home. If you'd like your student to attend or if you have any questions orconcerns, please call our Student Liaison; Eyob Gizachew @ 857-445-9551

May 12, 2021
  • Lily's Gym Family Night

    May 12, 2021  5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
    12 Corporate Dr, Essex Junction, VT 05452, USA

    Lily’sGym Family Night. 5-6:30p. Please join us for this evening filled with funsocial time sharing activities, getting together outside of the school day, andsharing snacks. Families are encouraged to bringa snack to share. Dinner will not be provided. All studentsattending need their own ride to, someone that stays for the evening, and aride home. If you'd like your student to attend or if you have any questions orconcerns, please call our Student Liaison; Eyob Gizachew @ 857-445-9551

June 9, 2021
  • Lily's Gym Family Night

    June 9, 2021  5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
    12 Corporate Dr, Essex Junction, VT 05452, USA

    Lily’sGym Family Night. 5-6:30p. Please join us for this evening filled with funsocial time sharing activities, getting together outside of the school day, andsharing snacks. Families are encouraged to bringa snack to share. Dinner will not be provided. All studentsattending need their own ride to, someone that stays for the evening, and aride home. If you'd like your student to attend or if you have any questions orconcerns, please call our Student Liaison; Eyob Gizachew @ 857-445-9551

Life at Bellcate

Bellcate School utilizes a three-stage personal development model that draws on a number of effective theories and strategies. This is not a fixed system, but rather a way of understanding change within a context. Bellcate School understands growth and change to be a slow and challenging process for anyone.
Read more about our three-stage personal development model

Exploration


The primary focus of the exploration stage is to build a strong therapeutic relationship as a foundation to facilitate and support growth and change. We use nonjudgmental acceptance and communicate empathy, respect, and genuine care so students can come to accept themselves and unblock their own natural potential.

Understanding


Students are often ready to move into the Understanding Stage when they have developed strong, trusting, and safe therapeutic relationships with staff. The goal of this stage is to support students in constructing new insight and understanding. Staff assist students in determining their own role in their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors.

Action


Thoughts and behaviors are learned according to learning principles and thus can be changed using the same learning principles. In the Action Stage, staff assist students in making decisions that benefit themselves. Staff refer to the stages of change model as a resource to further understand where the student is in the change process.

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