Cardinal Families! October 19-23 is our first book fair of the year and now that we are less than 2 weeks away Miss Holly wants to make sure every family is prepared! Here are a couple of book fair tips that may make your week easier!
Did you know that you can create a book fair EWallet for your student that you can add funds to directly? This means you cut out the hassle of sending your student to school with cash. When their class comes to shop they will already have money linked to their name. This is also beneficial for extended family members who may live farther away! Send the link to family members all across the world and they can also give your student funds to shop using the EWallet!
What about students in Bloomingdale Elementary who cannot afford to shop at the book fair? Did you know that our school has a Share the Fair account? Share the Fair is a fund that anyone can add money to with the purpose of helping students who otherwise could not afford to shop at the book fair. Even if you can only donate $5 that could make a difference in the life of one of our young Cardinals.
If you have any questions about the upcoming book fair or need assistance setting up an EWallet or making a Share the Fair donation please reach out to Miss Holly at Hwatkins@bdalecards.org
Here is a Link to our book fair home page where you can find EWallets, Share the Fair and take a virtual tour of the book fair with pricing!
Join us at VB Tech from 5–7 p.m. to meet program instructors and staff, see your student’s learning environment, and get a closer look at what they’ll be doing at Van Buren Tech this year.
Van Buren Tech | 250 South St., Lawrence, MI 49064
This event is for current VB Tech students and their parents, guardians, and guests only. We look forward to seeing you!
Hit the slopes with Bloomingdale Ski Club! 🎿🏂❄️
We’re getting ready for the 2026–27 Bloomingdale Ski Club season and are looking for feedback from interested families!
Please visit the @Bloomingdale Ski Club Facebook page and let us know:
- Which day of the week works best for your family?
- Would your student use after-school transportation to Timber Ridge if it were available?
Your feedback will help with planning for the upcoming season. ❤️🖤
#BloomingdaleSkiClub #BloomingdalePublicSchools #TimberRidge #SkiClub
🎉 September Students of the Month! 🎉
A big congratulations to our September Students of the Month at Bloomingdale and Pullman! ❤️🤍
We’re proud of each of you and the positive example you’re setting in your classrooms and schools. Keep up the great work, Cardinals! 👏📚✨
We’re excited to welcome three new paraprofessionals to the Bloomingdale Cardinal team!
Please help us welcome Stacy LaClair at Bloomingdale Elementary, Nayeli Acosta at Pullman Elementary, and Melissa Blackson at the Middle/High School.
Each of them plays an important role in supporting our students and helping create a positive learning environment throughout our district. We’re so glad to have them as part of the Cardinal family! ❤️
Welcome, Stacy, Nayeli & Melissa! 👋
#BloomingdaleCardinals #MeetOurNewStaff #CardinalPride
Let’s pack the gym Tuesday night as our Varsity Volleyball team takes on Hartford at 7:00 PM!
It’s also Youth Volleyball Night, and we’ll be recognizing our youth volleyball players — come out and cheer them on along with our varsity team!
Student Section Theme: DECADES DAY
Pick your favorite decade, dress the part and bring the energy!
Tuesday, September 29
Varsity Volleyball vs. Hartford
7:00 PM | High School Gym
Let’s make it a fun one, Cards! ❤️🤍
Please help us welcome Alexandra Johnson, who has joined Bloomingdale Public Schools in Special Education!
Alexandra is excited to become part of the Bloomingdale family and support students as they work toward their goals. We’re glad to have her on the Cardinal team and look forward to a great year together! ❤️🖤
#BloomingdaleCardinals #MeetOurStaff #CardinalPride #BloomingdalePublicSchools
READING NIGHT
SEPTEMBER 24TH
5:00–6:00 PM
Ahoy mateys! Join us for a night of pirate-themed reading activities, tasty snacks, and exciting prizes!
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ESCUELA PRIMARIA PULLMAN
NOCHE DE LECTURA
24 DE SEPTIEMBRE
5:00–6:00 PM
¡Ahoy, pequeños piratas! Acompáñennos a una noche de actividades de lectura con temática pirata, deliciosos bocadillos y emocionantes premios.
Cardinals, get ready for a big night of volleyball this Thursday, September 24th!
Your **Varsity Volleyball team takes on the Kalamazoo Cougars** in this week’s **GAME OF THE WEEK!**
The **JV game starts at 5:30 PM**, followed by **Varsity at 7:00 PM**!
And students, it’s time to get your gear ready because this week’s **Student Section Theme is CAMO!** 🪖
Come out, wear your camo, bring the energy, and PACK THE STANDS to support our Cardinal volleyball teams!
**Thursday night. 5:30 JV. 7:00 Varsity. GAME OF THE WEEK!**
**GO CARDS!** ❤️
Wesley joins Bloomingdale as our new Band Director. He’s from the Flint area, earned his bachelor’s in Music Education from UM-Flint in 2025, and is an avid saxophonist who plays everything from soprano to baritone.
We’re excited to have him joining the Cardinal family and can’t wait to hear what’s ahead for our band program. ❤️🖤
Mother Nature definitely had other plans for us today! ☔
Due to today’s weather, the Oktoberfest fireworks have been rescheduled for Saturday, September 26. 🎆
Mark your calendars and we’ll hope for much better weather next weekend! ❤️
We will wait a couple hours to make a decision about the 1st-4th grade flag football games. Expect an update around 10am.
Girls in grades 1–6 are invited to join us for another season of Cardinal basketball!
Check out the flyer for all the details, including start dates, cost, and registration information.
👉 Register at bdalecardsyouthsports.com
We’re also looking for coaches at all age levels! 🏀
Sydney is a graduate of Cornerstone University and says she loves having fun, making new friends, and is excited for the school year ahead.
We’re so happy to have Sydney joining the Cardinal family and are looking forward to a great year in 4th grade!
Welcome to Bloomingdale, Sydney! ❤️ Go Cardinals!
Check out the dress-up days for next week! Please note that Elementary and Middle/High School have different Spirit Week schedules, so be sure to check the correct graphic for your student.
We can’t wait to see everyone showing their Cardinal spirit! 🎉❤️🖤
Bloomingdale PTO will be joining in the fun on Saturday, and we’d love to see you!
❤️ Stop by and see us downtown during Oktoberfest to grab some new Cardinal swag!
✨ Then Saturday night, join us at Bloomingdale Elementary at 8:00 PM for fireworks and a dance party!
We’ll have glow sticks & necklaces, popcorn, and snow cones available for purchase. Bring a chair or blanket, grab some treats, and enjoy a fun night with the community! 🎆💃
Be sure to check out the full Oktoberfest weekend lineup too — there’s lots happening all weekend long!
Please note: there will be no bathrooms available at the elementary event.
🏈🌊 GAME OF THE WEEK! 🌊🏈
It’s time to make a splash at Cardinal Stadium! 🔴⚪️
🎟️ ALL BLOOMINGDALE STUDENTS GET FREE ADMISSION TO ALL HOME GAMES!
🏈 JV FOOTBALL
🆚 Eau Claire Beavers
📅 Thursday, September 17
⏰ Kickoff: 6:00 PM
🔥 GAME OF THE WEEK
🌴 STUDENT SECTION THEME: POOL PARTY! 🌴
Break out the floaties, sunglasses, Hawaiian shirts, swimsuits, and all your best pool party gear!
🏆 BEST DRESSED STUDENT CONTEST
One student will be crowned best dressed at halftime and win a $5 concession stand gift certificate! 🍿🥤
Pack the student section. Bring the energy. Make some noise.
W.I.N! 🌊🔴⚪️
Chad joins us as a Middle School Science Teacher and has some pretty special ties to Bloomingdale — he’s a Bloomingdale graduate, and his mom worked in the district for 22 years!
With a love for science, art, and history, Chad is excited to be back home and working with our students.
We’re glad to have you back, Chad! 🎉
