January 30, 2023
Ms. Goodrich's 2nd Grade class is studying 3D shapes and created cubes using Play-Doh and toothpicks. What a great way to explore different dimensions and learn about geometry! ...
January 23, 2023
Happy Lunar New Year!
Lunar New Year is a fifteen-day celebration marking the arrival of spring and the beginning of a new year on the lunisolar calendar, determined by both...
January 9, 2023
It’s National Thank You Month! Thank You Month is an opportunity to spread kindness by thanking all the people who’ve helped us along the way.
To kick off Thank You Month, we w...
January 2, 2023
Happy 2023, Distinctive Schools! We look forward to a successful year. This year, we encourage you to show self-compassion as you think of your New Year’s Resolutions. When we sho...
December 21, 2022
As we approach the close of the year and reflect on 2022, we have so much to be thankful for – and even more to look forward to in the New Year! We are embarking on our most ambit...
December 14, 2022
Our December Community Newsletter is here! Every month we share our newsletter, highlighting West Belden news, events, resources and opportunities in our community! Click on the ...
December 9, 2022
Our WB Community Hub bulletin board is always updated with events, resources and opportunities happening right here in our neighborhood! Check out our "Community News" tab on our ...
November 29, 2022
Did you know that today is #GivingTuesday? We'd love your support!
This year, Distinctive Schools campuses launched a series of initiatives to bring our students and f...
November 15, 2022
It is with great excitement that we are officially launching the next iteration of the Distinctive Schools Strategic Plan ! With guidance from partners, the voice of our students...
November 11, 2022
Veterans Day, celebrated on November 11, is a time for us to pay our respects to those who have served and the families who support them. The brave members of the United States Mi...
November 7, 2022
Happy November, Distinctive Schools family! We are having a great fall so far- here are some highlights from the last month: Our schools hosted a variety of fun events such as Fa...
October 19, 2022
At Distinctive Schools, we believe every student deserves a safe space for learning and self-expression. In October, we recognize National Bullying Prevention Month to highlight t...
October 6, 2022
CICS West Belden-
Thank you for taking the time to complete the YouthTruth Family Survey! Your responses will guide our efforts in creating positive and joyful learning environ...
September 19, 2022
At Distinctive Schools, we view your mental health and well-being as a priority for your success at our schools. In support of this, we have partnered with Care Solace and investe...
August 25, 2022
Did you see us on ABC 7 this week?
Diego Nuñez, Community School Coordinator and Colleen Collins, Principal of CICS West Belden were interviewed this week by ABC 7 ne...
August 17, 2022
Attention Distinctive families! Reminder that we offer FREE breakfast for every student, every day. School breakfast has many benefits including helping students stay full and foc...
August 3, 2022
Did you know that August is National Wellness Month? Check out this great article from CareSolace about incorporating wellness into your back-to-school routine! CareSolace says:...
July 1, 2022
At CICS West Belden, we build joyful classrooms, develop a sense of belonging, and provide growth opportunities for our students and staff alike. CICS West Belden is an amazing pl...
June 20, 2022
Summer is a wonderful time for students to continue their education at home by looking at the world through a lens of learning! We are excited to announce this year’s Anytime, Any...