LD bell HighschoolStudent Guide

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Student guide · HEB ISD School Year 2026-2027

The semester, explained for LD bell Highschool

Dates from the active academic calendar, plus the campus language and local details students actually need. Every entry comes from DormWay's approved campus reference library.

Relevant term
HEB ISD School Year 2026-2027
Campus terms
14
Local details
11

Academic calendar

HEB ISD School Year 2026-2027 runs Aug 12, 2026 – May 26, 2027. Calendar aliases that share a date range are grouped together, with every source term still shown.

11 entries
  1. HEB ISD School Year 2026-2027Relevant now
  2. 2nd Six Weeks6-Week Period 2
  3. 3rd Six Weeks6-Week Period 3
  4. 4th Six Weeks6-Week Period 4
  5. 5th Six Weeks6-Week Period 5
  6. 6-Week Period 66th Six Weeks

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Campus language

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14 terms

6

6A
The UIL athletic classification the school competes in, often used to describe the high level of competition.

B

Blue Raider
The official identity and mascot of an L.D. Bell student.

D

DECA
An association of marketing students that prepares emerging leaders and entrepreneurs.

H

HOSA
Health Occupations Students of America, a club for students interested in healthcare careers.

M

Main Line
The primary cafeteria serving line for standard hot meals provided by HEB ISD Child Nutrition.
Mu Alpha Theta
The national high school mathematics honor society.

N

NHS
National Honor Society, a selective organization for students demonstrating high scholarship, leadership, and service.

R

Raider Pride
A common student and faculty refrain expressing school spirit and adherence to campus values.

S

Secondary Cafe
The official designation for the high school cafeteria service area, often referred to simply as the cafe.
Snack Bar
An a-la-carte station in the cafeteria offering snacks, drinks, and quicker meal options separate from the main hot line.
STUCO
The Student Council, responsible for school events, homecoming, and student government.

T

TAFE
Texas Association of Future Educators, a student organization for those interested in teaching careers.
The Belles
The L.D. Bell drill team, a highly competitive and traditional dance and spirit squad.
The Drum
The traveling trophy awarded to the winner of the annual rivalry football game between L.D. Bell and Trinity High School.

Places and practicalities

Buildings, logistics, and other local references drawn from the approved campus snapshot.

11 details
A/B Day
The alternating block schedule system where students attend different sets of classes on 'A' days versus 'B' days.
Advisory
A dedicated period in the schedule for announcements, academic support, and administrative tasks.
Canvas
The Learning Management System used for digital assignments, course materials, and teacher communication.
Fieldhouse
The facility housing locker rooms, coaches' offices, and athletic training equipment.
HAC
Home Access Center, the online portal where students and parents check grades, attendance, and schedules.
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L.D. Bell High School Cafeteria
Late Start
Scheduled days (typically for professional development) when the school day begins later than the standard 8:45 AM start time.
Pennington Field
The large HEB ISD stadium shared with Trinity High School where varsity football games and major events are held.
Raider Bowl
The on-campus stadium primarily used for soccer matches and sub-varsity football games.
The Bell Tower
The physical landmark on campus and the name of the school's award-winning student newspaper.
The SAC
The Student Activity Center, used for athletic practices, indoor band rehearsals, and physical education.

Quick answers

Useful facts students can verify from the guide above.

What academic term is relevant now?
HEB ISD School Year 2026-2027 runs Aug 12, 2026 – May 26, 2027.
How much campus context is included?
14 approved campus terms and 11 local details are included in full.
Are all approved campus terms included?
Yes. The complete approved glossary is available in the scrollable, searchable campus-language section.
Where does this guide come from?
Calendar dates, campus terms, and local details come from DormWay's approved campus reference library.

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Life in Hurst for LD bell Highschool Students

Everything you need to know about living and studying in Hurst.

Timezone

Central Time (CT)

Median Rent

$1,450

Cost of Living Index

103

Student Population

8,500

City Transportation

Walkability

43

Bikeability

48

Public Transit

Trinity Metro bus service

Nearest Airports

Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport

Climate Averages

Climate

Humid subtropical

Avg Annual Temp

68.5°F

Avg Snowfall

1.5 in

Campus Operations Snapshot

Parking and Transit

L.D. Bell Student Parking Lots

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Stickers are typically purchased during Raider Round-Up at the start of the school year.

Campus News

Latest updates from LD bell Highschool

L.D. Bell Weekly Newsletter October 19th - 23rd

The latest weekly newsletter providing campus updates, activities, and reminders for the L.D. Bell community.

Oct 19, 2026

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HEB ISD Student Calendar Adjustments

Reminder that the 2026-2027 school calendar includes high school start times shifted to 8:40 AM to meet instructional minute requirements.

Feb 25, 2025

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Bond 2023 Construction Updates for L.D. Bell High School

Bond 2023 Construction Updates for L.D. Bell High School

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Upcoming Events

What's happening at LD bell Highschool

Election Week Break

November 2, 2026

L.D. Bell High School

No school for students due to Election Week break.

No School / Professional Development Day

November 3, 2026

L.D. Bell High School

Staff professional development day; no school for students.

L.D. Bell Football vs. Trinity

November 5, 2026

Pennington Field

L.D. Bell High School football game against Trinity High School.

T.E.A.M.S.

November 18, 2026

L.D. Bell High School

Scheduled T.E.A.M.S. meeting or activity from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM.

Thanksgiving Break Begins

November 23, 2026

L.D. Bell High School

Start of the week-long Thanksgiving holiday break; no school for students or staff.

Return from Thanksgiving Break

November 30, 2026

L.D. Bell High School

Classes resume for all students following the Thanksgiving holiday.

Campus Details

Academic System

Semester

Email Domain

@ldbellhighschool.edu

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