BAS Pack of Dogs
September 2020 Edition
Determination-Optimism-Generosity-Solidarity
Program Coordinator: Karen Storey
Click above for more information about our unique program. or email Karen Storey, storeyk@brightonk12.com
Program Goals
- Improved relationships with peers and teachers
- Positive attitude toward learning & improved motivation
- Gains in confidence
- Decrease in learner anxiety behaviors that interfere with academic growth
- Increase in school attendance
- Increased academic achievement
What impact will BAS Pack of Dogs have on students and/or staff member:
- Provide students with positive academic, emotional, and behavioral support
- Share relationship-building skills and trustworthiness
- Exemplify calming techniques and self-regulation
- Experience sharing, overcoming personal obstacles
- Help with test anxiety and stress
- Address respect of personal territory and boundaries
- Positive impact on self-esteem and confidence
- Teach assertiveness without anger, empathy, patience and forgiveness
- Expand awareness of conflict resolution skills and how to have difficult conversations
- Encourage positive choices and decision-making skills
- To be a tool used in academic lessons
Keeper - Brighton High School
Keeper enjoyed her time on the boat this summer. Keeper also had to help Olivia her sister pack for Hope College. She is going to miss her terribly.
Henry - Tot Spot
Henry was busy this summer with all his friends at Tot Spot. He also had a very special birthday and was able to share cupcakes with his friends.
Buckley - Spencer
Buckley enjoyed his summer voting, reading, and lounging. He also was able to play hide and seek. He has some great books to share.
Duncan - Maltby
Duncan enjoyed his summer with long walks in the woods, up north to swim, and BAS dogs over to play.
Scout - Hawkins
Scout spent his summer on Crooked Lake. He enjoyed boating, watching the fish, and chasing ducks.
Oliver - Hilton
Oliver spent his time up north, relaxing, and taking walks. He loves a good boat ride too.
Jack and Caesar (retired)
Caesar and Jack spent the summer visiting Higgins Lake where they enjoyed laying on the beach and pontoon rides. Another highlight of their summer was when spending a week with Duncan and his family while the Renicker's were out of town.
Shadow- Hornung
He spent the summer going on walks through Brighton and enjoying time by the water. His favorite summer places to take naps include Caseville Beach on Lake Huron, our lovely lakes in Brighton, and poolside at his human Grandmother's house.
Ford - Scranton
Ford has been a bit of a homebody this summer. He
has enjoyed his regular walks around the field and the Fowlerville area. He has definitely racked up some miles this summer.
Alley- BHS
Alley spent the summer taking a long walk and swimming in the lake. She enjoys playing soccer in the backyard with her family.
Martha - The Bridge
Martha enjoyed bonding with her new baby brother. She found some time for long walks, chasing birds with her sister and boat rides.
Chevy - District Wide
Chevy spent many days playing fetch and hanging out at baseball games. He loved taking walks to the Millpond and hanging with Duncan.
School Districts that are modeling our program
- Frankenmuth Schools
- Fenton Public Schools
- West Ottawa Schools
- Clarkston Schools
- Saginaw Chippewa
- Portage Northern HS
- Walled Lake Schools
- Howell Schools
- Battle Creek Schools
- Hartland Schools
- Petoskey Public Schools
- Dexter Schools
- Oscoda Schools
- Mt. Morris
- Ann Arbor Public Schools
- Fowlerville Schools
- Kentwood Public Schools
- East Jordan Schools
- South Lyon Schools
Thank you Hills Science Diet and Washtenaw Vet - Health and Nutrition sponsor
We are so thankful for Science Diet - Hills to supply our food to our Pack. We are also thankful for Washtenaw Vet - Crystal Eberly for donating food to Oliver and Scout because they are in need of special Hills Science Diet food for their diet and health.
Email: mediacontact@hillspet.com
Website: www.hillspet.com
Phone: 1-800-445-5777
Scruffy 2 Fluffy - Grooming Day
On Friday, September 4th, Scruffy to Fluffy will be grooming our PACK! Kim has generously donated her grooming services so that our dogs are healthy and clean.
DOG DAZE - Training
One of our trainers, Fred Saber will be working with all of our dogs one on one to help them sharpen their skills. All of dogs are so excited to return to school and spend time with their school friends. We are happy to offer this one on one training with Fred each school year. Thank you to our sponsors for making this happen.