Events & Activities - Bellarmine College Preparatory Events & Activities At Bellarmine, life outside the classroom is just as vibrant as the learning that happens within it. Throughout the year, students can take part in a wide variety of events and activities that bring students together, spark new friendships, and create lasting memories. From spirited rallies and dances to sports games, service opportunities, cultural celebrations, and informal gatherings on campus, there’s always something happening. These experiences aren’t just about having fun—they’re about building community, finding your place, and discovering how much stronger life at Bellarmine becomes when shared with others. Upcoming Events Freshman Spring Theatre Night | Friday, May 8th Calling all freshmen Bells! Come see Bellarmine's spring musical for 50% off on Friday, May 8th. Join some Big Brothers for pizza at 6:15 pm before the show in the SLC Lobby, before heading to Sobrato to see Bellarmine's award-winning theatre department perform The Laramie Project. Buy tickets here Annual Events We kick off the school year with the Party in the Quad! This popular event happens on the first Friday of the new school year and features food trucks, bouncy houses, a rock climbing wall, music, ping pong, and much more. It's a high-energy, low-effort way for our newest Bells to meet other new Bells, and returning students also enjoy the opportunity to hang out with friends while the summer vibes (and weather!) are still present. As is the case with most events on campus, girls from local schools are invited. Student mixers (think dancing, games/activities, casual socialization; dates optional), date dances, and junior prom/senior ball are traditions at Bellarmine, and are held at various times throughout the school year.  Our Junior Prom and Senior Ball take place in the spring, with faculty serving as wait staff for students and their guests. It's an unexpected role reversal that everyone looks forward to! Read our Dance Regulations, Dress Code, and Dropoff Information here With 13 team sports and three club sports, there's always a full schedule of games to attend. The epitome of school spirit comes in the fall, in the week leading up to the football game against West Catholic Athletic League rival, St. Francis. Class competitions, dunk tanks, and belly flop contests lead up to our Spirit Week Rally, which is a fun way for the student body to get fired up for the big game! As for performances, between Bellarmine's theatre productions, improv comedy troupes, robust music program, and performances by cultural groups... there's always an opportunity to experience the arts and support peers as part of the audience. Students involved in our cultural affinity clubs take part in one of several Diversity Weeks held throughout the school year. Serving traditional food at lunchtime in the quad or playing a traditional game are welcome additions to the school day. The school also puts together a number of cultural celebrations throughout the year. Usually held on weekends, these events provide great opportunities for students and their families to come together for an afternoon or evening of good food and fun, while learning about a new culture or observing a family tradition. Our springtime Cultural Faire, which takes place on a Friday afternoon, is open to friends and families as a great way to celebrate our diversity by sharing traditional food, music, and dance. Dance Regulations, Dress Code, Dropoff Information Dance Regulations Dance Dress Code Dropoff & Pickup Locations The values and regulations given below emerge from our mission in promoting Catholic, Christian values that recognize the dignity and self-worth of all people. Within this setting, dances are viewed as an opportunity for students to socialize in a supervised and safe environment. Student behavior and manner of dress should reflect this guiding principle. Dance Regulations: Guests are not admitted without a high school ID and, if applicable, completed guest passes. All students in attendance must provide a student ID upon request from school personnel. In the event of any violation of these regulations, or any other behavior deemed inappropriate, the dean of the guest’s school will be notified of the incident. Large jackets, purses, and backpacks may be inspected by school personnel before admittance to the dance. Students bring valuables at their own risk. Bellarmine is not responsible for any lost or stolen items. Students will be expected to be in compliance with the standards of dress stated below for the duration of the dance. All dance styles must comply with standards of Christian morality, standards that include modesty and safety. School personnel will be the final judge of the appropriateness of dance style and will confront any student whose behavior or dancing is deemed inappropriate. This includes the following stipulations: no body parts other than the student’s feet may be on the floor, students must be in an upright position at all times (no bending over). Additionally, a student’s legs cannot wrap around a dance partner nor may he or she pick up another student. When hands are places on another student’s body, they should be in appropriate places such as the waist or shoulders. ANY dancing or movement that implies ANY sexual activity OR motion is not permitted. The use of tobacco, alcohol, or any other illegal drug is not permitted. We may phone the parents of any student violating any of these rules and violators may be asked to leave the dance. Students who are in violation of school policies will also be subject to school disciplinary procedures up to and including dismissal. In addition to the diocesan-wide policies given above, the following regulations are also in effect at Bellarmine: Mixers begin at 7:30 pm and end at 10:30 pm. Students must arrive to the dance by 8:00 pm and may not leave until 10:00 pm. Any Bellarmine student who has not been picked up by 11:00 pm will receive a JUG. Students who drive to dances must park on campus. Students receiving rides either to or from dances must use either the Emory Street Drop-Off Area entering from Stockton Street only or the Liccardo Lot off of Hedding Street.  For a detailed map, please see the Drop-off and Pick-up PDF on the right. Parking is not permitted in the neighborhood. All those who violate this city ordinance will be ticketed and can be towed. Guest passes must be obtained for any male student who does not attend Bellarmine. Homemade clothing is not permitted. Students in violation will not be allowed into the dance. The following imprints are not allowed: advertising of alcoholic beverages, tobacco or other controlled substances; sexist or suggestive lettering or pictures; Satanic lettering or pictures; violent expressions or images. Torn or ragged shirts may not be worn. Glow sticks are not permitted. Manner of Dress: Students are expected to be clean and neat in their personal appearance, observing standards of modesty, moderation, and good taste. Any interpretation and judgment in these matters lies with school personnel supervising the dance. Any boy who attends a dance at any high school in the Diocese of San Jose must wear clothes that meet the following guidelines: Boys will wear shirts with sleeves. Pants and shorts must be secured around the waist. Shoes must be worn at all times. Hats are not permitted. Any girl who attends a dance at any high school in the Diocese of San Jose must wear clothes that meet the following guidelines: Overly tight pants or spandex pants or shorts (i.e., bike shorts) may not be worn as outer garments. Shorts, skirts and dresses may be no shorter than mid-thigh. Slits on dresses or skirts that end above mid-thigh are not permitted. The following styles of blouses, dresses and tops are not permitted: strapless, tube tops, halter tops, off-theshoulder, showing a bare back or midriff, low-cut. Shoes must be worn at all times. Hats are not permitted