Saturday, January 27, 2018

A Gentle Reminder About Dress Code

Dear Parents, I wanted to take this opportunity to send this a gentle reminder regarding proper dress code. Therefore, to aid in definitive understanding and lessen confusion, I have attached the Bethany Lutheran Dress Code Policy to remind students and parents of appropriate school attire. We will be working much harder to enforce dress code policy and I apologize for any past confusion on acceptable school wear. Blessings, Dr. Smith 

DRESS CODE Paramount to the dress code at BLS are the principles of cleanliness, neatness, modesty, and avoidance of extremes. To be modest means “to have or show humility; be not vain; be decorous and decent; and to not be extreme or pretentious (showy).” It is expected that students will respond positively when staff members point out their failure to dress within the law and/or spirit of these guidelines. Established guidelines are in place for all BLS sponsored events (games, dances, classes, etc.). Students are to arrive and depart from school wearing the BLS uniform of the day. No changing of clothing will be allowed in the restroom prior to the start of the school day or after school is dismissed. The exception will be made for those students who are going directly to a sports-related activity or with prior communication from the student’s parent/guardian.

The consequence for the first violation will be a dress code reminder sent home to be signed by a parent and returned; the consequence for the second violation will be a citation to be signed by a parent and returned the next day; and a third violation will result in the loss of Themed Dress for the month. The fourth violation may result in suspension (see Suspension/Expulsion on page 15.). Students who habitually violate the dress code may jeopardize their placement at BLS. Staff will do its best to enforce the dress code and is greatly aided by family-wide support, compliance and patience.

Bethany students are required to wear school uniforms, as made available by the following companies:

School Uniforms All BLS uniforms may be purchased from: Dennis Uniform Company, 590 10th Street, San Francisco, CA 94103 (415) 864-3401 Web Address: https://www.dennisuniform.com/ School Code: W0EBET 

P.E. Uniforms All BLS P.E. attire may be purchased from: Ad Special T’s, 202 Bella Vista Road, Vacaville, CA 94587 (707) 452-7272 Ad Special T’s Web Address: http://www.adspecialts.com/

Spirit T-Shirts Parents and students may purchase a school spirit T-shirt from the Ad Special T’s website. All BLS students will receive one spirit shirt free per school year. Students, along with staff may wear their spirit T-shirt on Fridays in lieu of normal dress code uniforms. Ad Special T’s Web Address: http://www.adspecialts.com/

Official chapel uniforms must be worn on days of chapel and some field trips. The official chapel uniform may be purchased from Dennis Uniform Company or our used uniform closet and consists of the following as described and shown:

Girls – Plaid Jumper or Skirt* White, collared blouse Navy blue sweater with school crest Chapel shoes- closed toes; solid color black, blue or brown Red, blue or white leggings or tights

Boys - Navy blue long pants* White oxford shirt Navy blue sweater with school crest Chapel shoes- modest oxford, loafer style or closed toe shoes, solid color black, blue or brown Neckties are optional

*An exception to proper chapel attire may be given with advanced notice from the principal (i.e., navy blue long pants for girls when cold or windy or navy-blue shorts for boys when hot). Notification will be sent out prior to chapel day via email. 

The daily uniform consists of the following options as described and shown:

Girls - Jumpers, skirts, long pants, walking shorts, or skorts in khaki or navy blue Navy blue, hunter green, white, or red polo shirts

Boys- Navy blue or khaki, long or short pants (no cargo pants) Navy blue, hunter green, red, or white polo shirt Turtlenecks may be worn under polo shirts in the same colors as described above.

Friday Spirit Dress Students may wear school approved spirit t-shirts and appropriate pants or shorts on Friday’s. P.E. uniform shall consist of the following options as described and shown: Girls and Boys Navy blue short or sweatpants with BLS logo only Grey BLS spirit or P.E. Shirt (any year) Athletic type shoes and socks Grades K-4 may wear their P.E. clothing to school on designated P.E. days. Grades 5-8 will dress out on designated P.E. days. Uniform options may be purchased through Dennis Uniform Company or local stores that carry school uniforms in code colors and styles. Daily uniform options may be worn on any day but Chapel Day. P.E. clothes to be purchased from Ad Special T’s.

Other requirements:
● No “short” shorts are allowed. Girls skirt and short length shall be no higher than mid-thigh. This also applies to all regular uniform days as well as themed and/or free dress days.
● Belts (if worn) are to be solid black or brown in color and must be worn with all pants and shorts (optional for K and grade 1) that are equipped for them. Belts with metal studs or other non-buckling, metal objects are not allowed.
● Shirts/blouses must be tucked in. The Dennis Uniform over blouses for girls are excluded.
● Socks are required and must be solid-colored white, navy blue, hunter green, tan, or red and visible above the shoe top.
● Girls may wear shorts, leggings or tights that are black, white, red or navy in solid colors only (one piece combination of leggings and socks) under dresses or skirts. Shorts may not extend beyond the length of the skirt.
● No open-toed shoes are allowed. Shoes must have a firm sole that does not scuff, a heel and stay on feet while running or playing. Modest oxford, loafer style or tennis shoes are to have laces that are predominantly solid in color. No lights, Croc-style®, jellies, flowered or character shoes, wheels, water shoes, or boots, etc. are allowed. All shoes must be worn properly and be a matching pair.
● It is required that jewelry not be worn with the following exceptions: plain watches, modest necklace, and up to one pair of post or small hoop earrings to be worn in the lobe are appropriate for school for girls. For the safety of the student, dangling earrings are not allowed. BLS is not responsible for breakage or loss.
● No make-up may be worn. Nail polish must be neutral in color. Artificial nails are not allowed.
● Exposed body art, including writing on one’s self, is not acceptable at BLS.
●Only official Bethany and solid-colored navy blue or grey sweatshirts may be worn in the classroom. Non-BLS sweatshirts must be school appropriate and are not to be worn inside the classrooms.
● ALL clothing worn to school should be labeled with student’s name.
● Both boys and girls must have reasonable hairstyles. Dying, bleaching and tinting of hair to an unnatural hair color is not allowed. Hair should be a natural color, well-maintained and in avoidance of extremes. Hairstyles should not cover a student’s eyes, and boys wearing longer hair should keep it groomed and neat. Feathers or excessive hair accessories are also not allowed.
● Hats are not to be worn inside buildings, and must be school appropriate. Only girls may wear headbands which are to be solid navy, hunter green, brown, tan or red in color or purchased via Dennis Uniform.
● No chains of any kind (including “dog collars”) are permissible.
● Principles of cleanliness, neatness, modesty, and the avoidance of extremes always apply.
● All clothing must be without damage, clean, hemmed and without frayed edges.
● All acceptable clothing must be worn correctly and as intended.
● Sunglasses are not to be worn inside buildings.
● Clothing may be one size bigger than normal fit to allow for growth.
● Clothing should not be too tight or form fitting (i.e. “skinny” jeans, yoga or stretch pants, etc.).
● Modesty must prevail at all time and is determined by school staff

The last Friday of each month is typically designated as Themed Dress Friday. Families are notified of the theme as selected by Student Council. Clothing must be appropriate to Christian school attendance. Shirts must have sleeves, and pants may not sag or reveal midriff. Spaghetti strap shirts or tank tops are not permitted. Appropriate undergarments are meant to be worn and not seen.

Wednesday, January 24, 2018

Bethany Lutheran School Crab Feed



Friday, March 2, 2017

Doors open at 5:30 pm

Dinner Served at 6:30 pm

Ulatis Community Center
1000 Ulatis Drive
Vacaville, CA. 95687

Purchase Tickets

Ticket Prices:

Early Bird until 02/09/18

$ 55.00 Individual (Open Seating)

$ 105.00 Per Couple (Open Seating)

$ 440.00 Per Table (Includes reserved table with 8 tickets and 2 bottles wine)

After 02/09/18

$ 60.00 Individual (Open Seating)

$ 120.00 Per Couple (Open Seating)

$ 480.00 Per Table (Includes reserved table with 8 tickets and 2 bottles of wine)

The Menu is Garlic Bread, Caesar Salad, Pasta, Crab.

*Chicken option available upon request

Sunday, January 21, 2018

Winter Formal Dance—4th-8th Grade


The Student Council will be hosting a Winter Dance for 4th- 8th-grade students on Friday, January 26. The dance will be from 6pm - 8pm here at Bethany School in the fellowship hall. Tickets will be sold all next week after school for $5. Tickets sold at the event itself will be $7. The money raised will help to defer the cost of the dance. Pizza, drinks and dessert items will be served.

This is a dressy occasion so boys should wear slacks, buttoned-down shirts and ties. Girls should wear skirts or dresses. Mrs. Bakken is the Student Council staff representative and will be at the dance. She will need a few parent volunteers to chaperone and also help with the food tables. If you would like to help please contact Mrs. Bakken at kari.bakken@gobethany.com

Thursday, January 18, 2018

Please Excuse Our Clutter – We Are Growing!


We are very excited to announce that Bethany Lutheran Schools will be offering an additional preschool class on our campus.

This addition comes after filling our current classroom with both part-time and full-time students and having a waiting list. The new classroom will be directly across the hallway in the current kindergarten room—A8. This means our kindergarten class will be moving. Their new classroom will be located in A1, on the opposite end of the hallway. The elementary music room will be moving to the B building—room B15. This move will commence over the next couple of weeks and will not require a disruption in the teaching or learning day of the students.

There will be an opportunity for parents to earn their Partnership Hours by helping during our upcoming workday on Saturday, January 20th starting at 9:00 AM. Volunteers are needed to help shift classrooms and help teachers get settled into their new rooms.

Monday, January 15, 2018

Thank You All!


The staff at Bethany would like to THANK you all for the warm Christmas wishes, the yummy home-baked goodies, and gifts of thoughtfulness. We are truly honored to be a part of your children’s lives and pray that we continue to be a consistent source of the Love that Jesus bestows upon each and every one of us.

Friday, January 12, 2018

Bethany Lutheran Preschool


Bethany Lutheran Preschool strives to provide a program for preschool children (ages two years-nine months to Kindergarten) and their parents that offers the highest caliber of preschool education to the children of our community and is consistent with the Christian teachings of Bethany Lutheran Church of Vacaville.

We hope that as you browse our website, you’ll find that most of your questions and concerns are addressed. We look forward to meeting you and your child!

To schedule a tour please call 707-451-6678

Tuesday, January 9, 2018

16th Annual Dinner And Auction: Tickets On Sale NOW!



Friday, March 2, 2017

Doors open at 5:30 pm

Dinner Served at 6:30 pm

Ulatis Community Center
1000 Ulatis Drive
Vacaville, CA. 95687

Purchase Tickets

Ticket Prices:

Early Bird until 02/09/18

$ 55.00 Individual (Open Seating)

$ 105.00 Per Couple (Open Seating)

$ 440.00 Per Table (Includes reserved table with 8 tickets and 2 bottles wine)

After 02/09/18

$ 60.00 Individual (Open Seating)

$ 120.00 Per Couple (Open Seating)

$ 480.00 Per Table (Includes reserved table with 8 tickets and 2 bottles of wine)

The Menu is Garlic Bread, Caesar Salad, Pasta, Crab.

*Chicken option available upon request

Wednesday, January 3, 2018

Purchase Your Crab Feed Tickets Now!



Friday, March 2, 2017

Doors open at 5:30 pm

Dinner Served at 6:30 pm

Ulatis Community Center
1000 Ulatis Drive
Vacaville, CA. 95687

Purchase Tickets

Ticket Prices:

Early Bird until 02/09/18

$ 55.00 Individual (Open Seating)

$ 105.00 Per Couple (Open Seating)

$ 440.00 Per Table (Includes reserved table with 8 tickets and 2 bottles wine)

After 02/09/18

$ 60.00 Individual (Open Seating)

$ 120.00 Per Couple (Open Seating)

$ 480.00 Per Table (Includes reserved table with 8 tickets and 2 bottles of wine)

The Menu is Garlic Bread, Caesar Salad, Pasta, Crab.

*Chicken option available upon request