1/15 BHS Tiger News
Belleville High School
Thank you, Dr. King!
Greetings BHS Families, tomorrow (Monday, January 16th) The nation will be celebrating the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., and his dedication to ensuring that African Americans experience equal rights. To honor the day, please find links below for information that was shared with students last week:
- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MZhZGtbdShU
- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=00kT9lpBOBw
- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JZ8y8Aj-4OA
Wrapping Up the Semester!
This is Week #18 of the school year, with 1 regular week left in Semester #1. This week wraps up Semester 1 content that is expected to be learned for the first half of year long courses. At this time, students should have all assignments turned in and makeups completed. The next 1 1/2 weeks will be finalizing Power Standards and reviewing for Midterm Exams.
PARENT REMINDER:
BHS Parents and Guardians, our first Tiger Parent Meeting of the year will take place this Wednesday, January 18th at 6:30pm. We ask that ALL families strive to attend THIS meeting, as we will be discussing many important topics, INCLUDING the starting of a P.T.O. (Parent Teacher Organization) for BHS. This is the one to make - Let's GO, parents!
Thank you for your attention to the information in this week's newsletter. Have a wonderful week, and GO TIGERS!!
~ Principal Crockett, AP Mrs. Green, AP Mr. Roberson, AP Ms. Slingerland, BNT Director Mr. Wilsey, and Athletic Director Mr. Brodie
Important Dates and Upcoming Events:
Jan 16th: NO SCHOOL, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
Jan 18th: Tiger Parent Meeting for ALL Grade Levels
February 1st-2nd: Belleville's Got Talent Tryouts. Times TBA
February 2nd-3rd: Midterm Exams, Hours 1-3 on 2/2 and Hours 4-6 on 2/3
February 6th: Beginning of Semester 2 (Marking Period 3 Begins)
February 6th-8th: National Counseling Week
~ ATHLETIC UPDATES ~
Tiger Victories!
-Boys (5-4, 2-1) and Girls (7-3, 3-1) Basketball picked up wins over Stevenson and the girls got another one against Fordson.
-Unified Basketball played their first game of the season at Franklin at won 34-28
-Congratulations to Thomas Okubo! He qualified for the State Meet in the 100yd Butterfly at the Tiger Invitational with a time of 54.59.
Upcoming Home Schedules
- 1/17 JV/V Girls Basketball vs Franklin (5:30/7)
- 1/17 V Boys Swim & Dive vs Lincoln and Churchill (6:30)
- 1/18 V Wrestling Alumni and Senior Night vs Franklin/Churchill/Stevenson (5:00)
- 1/19 V Boys and Girls Bowling vs Fordson, 3:00pm Lodge Lanes
- 1/20 F/JV/V Boys Basketball vs Churchill (4:00/5:30/7:00)
- 1/20 V Boys and Girls Bowling vs Churchill, 3:00pm Lodge Lanes
Congratulations to Bryce Underwood as he was named the MaxPreps National Sophomore player of the year. This is Back to Back for Bryce as he was the National Freshman Player of the year last year. https://www.maxpreps.com/news/Zpk1ZBdjGUG7peZy1PaFbg/bryce-underwood-of-belleville-named-2022-maxpreps-national-sophomore-of-the-year.htm
For all Athletics Information, including upcoming practices and game schedules, click the LINK below. GO TIGERS!
BHS Athletics Homepage | Belleville High School (vanburenschools.net)
ANNOUNCEMENTS FOR CLUBS AND ACTIVITIES
Our first Tiger Parent meeting of 2023 will be held on Wednesday, January 18, 2023 in the media center beginning at 6:30 p.m. We will be discussing events that are taking place during the school year and senior class activities. Mrs. Crockett will also be in attendance to answer questions. Parents from all grade levels are welcome to attend.
BHS Coming Home “Space Jam” Dance will be held on Friday, February 10, 2023 from 7:30 p.m. till 10:30 p.m. in the Commons (cafeteria). Tickets will be sold only on PaySchools beginning Wednesday, January 18, 2023 until February 2, 2023 OR UNTIL 650 tickets ARE SOLD! Remember, there are ONLY 650 tickets available for this dance! THERE ARE NO GUEST PASSES for the Coming Home “Space Jam” Dance. The attire for the dance is casual wear. School dress code rules apply. Violators of the school dress code will not be permitted to enter the dance and there are NO REFUNDS!
BHS Student Council is looking for parents who are available to volunteer for upcoming events. If you are interested in volunteering, please complete this form.
JUNIORS - Class of 2024:
There will be a Junior student meeting on Tuesday, January 31, 2023 in the mini auditorium from 2:15 p.m. till 3:30 p.m to discuss prom venue locations for the Class of 2024 Senior year. Your attendance is important!
SENIORS - Class of 2023:
There will be a Senior student meeting on Tuesday, February 7, 2023 in the mini auditorium from 2:15 p.m till 3:30 p.m. to discuss prom and other upcoming senior events. Your attendance is important!
If you have questions concerning upcoming senior events, here is the link to the Class of 2023 presentation with information to assist you with your questions.
Check out NEW Student Opportunities. Click on the link above!
Scholarship Season is in Full Swing!
Scholarships:
ACS Chemistry Scholars Program - Underrepresented Seniors in Science - Opens Nov. 1st - Due March 1st
- Amazon Future Engineers Scholarship - Seniors - Due Jan. 20th 3:00 p.m. Central Time
- Aveda Institute Cosmetology Scholarship - Natural Talent Cosmetology Scholarship -12th grade - March 1, 2023 at 5pm.
- Cancer Pathways Essay Contest - 9th-12th Grade - Due March 3, 2023
- Community Foundation of Southeast Michigan Scholarships - Seniors - Registration Deadline Feb 15th Application Deadline March 15th
- DAR Scholarships - Various Scholarships - Due January 31, 2023
- Davidson Fellows Scholarship - Age 18 and under - All grades - Feb 15th
- Elks Legacy Scholarship - Child/Grandchild of Elk Member -Seniors - February 6, 23
- Foundation 649 Scholarship - Asian American/Pacific Islander Seniors - Due March 1, 2023
- Foundation for Fraternal Excellence - Male Senior - Due April 4, 2023
- Fred and Lena Meijer Scholarship - Employee or child of employee of Meijer -Due March 1, 2023
- Gamma Lambda Education Foundation - Senior African American Male 3.0+GPA- Due March 15th
- Hamilton Scholars Program for Juniors - Due Jan. 25, 23
- Hispanic Scholarship Fund - Hispanic Seniors 3.0+ -Due February 15, 2023
- Horatio Alger Scholarship Programs - Juniors- Opens Dec 1st - Due March 15
- Lake Michigan Credit Union Lloyd F. Hutt Scholarship - Seniors - Due Jan. 31st
- Lockheed Martin STEM Scholarship Program - Seniors - Due March 31, 2023
- Lockheed Martin Vocational Scholarship Program - Seniors - Due March 31, 2023
- MASPA Minority Education Scholarship Program - 2.8+ GPA, Entering field of education - Due May 12, 23
- MEA Scholarship - Seniors - Due Feb. 16th
- Michigan Council of Women in Technology Scholarship - Female Seniors - Due Jan 31st
- Michigan State University Alumni Scholarship - Due March 18, 2023
- MSGCU Scholarships - Many scholarships- Seniors - Due Feb 28, 2023
- My Impact Challenge- 9th-12th grade - Due May 31, 22
NPC Centennial Scholarships - Female Seniors Due March 15, 2023
- Princeton Prize in Race Relations - All grades - Due January 31, 2023
- Robert A Leonard Trust Scholarship - Seniors 2.8+ GPA- Due March 1
- Rosa Parks Scholarship Foundation - Seniors - March 1st
- Ryan Fischer Legacy Scholarship - Hockey Player with 3.5 GPA Senior - Due Feb 3, 2023
- SME Scholarship Foundation - Various Scholarships - 2.0 or higher Due Feb 1, 2023
- Society of Women Engineers College Scholarships- Senior females -Due March 20, 2023
- Sparkling Ice Flavorful Futures -All majors 2.5+ GPA - Due March 1, 2023
- THE FUTURE OF STEM SCHOLARS INITIATIVE (FOSSI) - Seniors attending HBCU 3.0 GPA+ -DUE: Jan. 31st
- Tuskegee Airman Scholarship - Due January 20, 2023
- UCB Family Epilepsy Scholarship - Seniors - Due March 31st
- University of Michigan Club of Greater Detroit Scholarships - Seniors - Due Feb.11th
- Vibe Credit Union Scholarship - Seniors - Due May 1, 2023
- Virginia Military Institute Merit Scholarships & General Peay 1962 Merit Scholarships - Due Feb. 1, 23
- WSU - Detroit Leadership Award Award for incoming freshmen -Due March 1st
Joyce Ivy Summer Schools Program
10th & 11th Grade Females - Joyce Ivy Summer Schools Program - Apply now!
Joyce Ivy Summer Scholars Program - Application is Open!
https://joyceivyfoundation.org/summer-scholars/
The Summer Scholars program provides scholarships for talented female high school students to participate in a summer academic program at one of our partner programs – some of the most rigorous and selective colleges and universities in the country.
Scholars receive a full or partial scholarship, based on demonstrated financial need, to cover tuition, room and board, travel expenses, and supplies. The Joyce Ivy Foundation works directly with our set of program partners to combine Joyce Ivy scholarships with additional financial aid provided by the summer program. The application for summer 2023 is now live! Use the button below to apply.
Bonus Tracks After School Program
Interested in learning more about the business of music?
PROGRAM DETAILS
Established in 2018, Bonus Tracks is a FREE after-school program for high school students interested in learning about and creating a career pathway to the music industry. Our goal is to foster the development of the next generation of Universal Music Group executives!
We’ll cover topics like A&R, Marketing, Streaming and Content Creation; hear from guest speakers, work on a capstone project and enjoy networking opportunities to help students gain a basic understanding of the role of a modern record label in the new age of music discovery.
PROGRAM SCHEDULE
Bonus Tracks classes will take place at 4 p.m. every Wednesday from January 25–March 29 at Hitsville NEXT.
January 25 | Motown Immersion/ Bonus Tracks 101
February 1 | How You Move
February 8 | A&R
February 15 | Commercial Sales & Sync Licensing
February 22 | Winter Break – No Class
March 1 | Publicity & Tour Promo
March 8 | Radio Promo & Markets
March 15 | Video & Content
March 22 | Marketing/Brand Partnership
March 29 | Wrap-up and Project Presentations
ELIGIBILITY
- Be a student in 10th through 12th grade at a Metro Detroit High School
- Posses a strong interest in learning the business of music
- Have a satisfactory academic and behavioral standing
- Previous internship experience is a plus, but not required
SCHOLARSHIP
Awarded to one (1) college-bound student who best exemplifies the program’s mission and meet the following requirements:
- Completes satisfactory fulfillment of the Bonus Track program objectives
- Demonstrates evidence of community leadership–in and out of the classroom
- Has a strong commitment to academic excellence
- On-time completion and presentation of Bonus Tracks capstone project
https://www.motownmuseum.org/program/bonus-tracks/
If this sounds like something you are interested in, click here to learn more: https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=L2vLu3yMJE6G5Gw2_tALeA7yM44RGwZIjhYQ7R0-zaxUMVpXMDlESVFTOVNXWUlUT1JKVE9BSjIzRy4u
Message for Seniors
Seniors - Admissions Decisions - Breathe!
In anticipation of many college admissions decisions that will come out in the next several weeks, I wanted to share a few thoughts. Some of you will get the news you were hoping to hear and others will be deferred or not accepted. Please be reminded in everything that:
1. "NO" means "New Opportunity."
2. Often out of rejection, comes our greatest direction.
3. Everything always works out. Breathe.
4. Every time I thought I was being rejected from something, I was redirected toward something that was better!
Most people have taken many risks and in return, they have learned resiliency, determination, and fortitude. It's those "rejection" moments in life that have made them stronger. These moments teach us so much!
Good luck to all of you seniors who are still waiting to hear... just remember that your "plan" may be filled with other amazing opportunities...don't forget to trust in what life has in store! We are here to support you, so please reach out and let us know how we can help!
Have you filed your FAFSA?
If not, please reach out to our college advisor, Dr. Sydney Rosenblum at collegeadviser@vanburenschools.net, for assistance with filing the FAFSA. Many students will qualify for the new Michigan Achievement Scholarship. Check out the detail below:
Students who graduate from high school in Michigan with a diploma or certificate of completion or achieved a high school equivalency certificate in 2023 or after will be eligible for more financial aid from the State of Michigan:
- Up to $2,000 if they attend an eligible private training provider in Michigan, per year, up to two years
- Up to $2,750 if they attend a Michigan community college, per year, up to three years
- Up to $5,500 if they attend a Michigan public university, per year, up to five years
- Up to $4,000 if they attend a Michigan private college or university, per year, up to five years
Seniors - Is your college asking for "Verification" after filling out the FAFSA?
Don't Panic!
If you get a notification that you've been selected for verification after filling out the FAFSA, do not panic. It is quite common and it just means you need to provide additional documentation. Pay attention to the deadline and get your information submitted!
Behavioral/Mental Health Services @ BHS
Did you know that your child can get behavioral health services at school? The Corner Health Center has a satellite office at Belleville High School located in the counseling office, thanks to a grant from the state of Michigan. The E3 (Enhancing, Expanding Emotional Health) Program allows Corner Health to staff the office with a licensed mental health therapist and an office manager five days per week. Therapy is available for students and youth ages 10-21 that reside in the Van Buren School District.
In person and virtual appointments are available. Program hours are:
- Monday & Tuesday 7:30am - 3:30pm,
- Tuesday 7:30am- 2:30pm,
- Wednesday 7:30am - 7:30pm and
- Friday 7:30am - 12:30pm.
BHS Clubs and Activities!
Did you know that BHS has a wealth of clubs and activities?! For high school students, belonging to at least one group and forming healthy relationships with adults and other students with similar interests proves beneficial - both during their high school years as well as in future years. Encourage your student to GET INVOLVED!
THIS is the Link to Club/Activities on the Website: https://www.vanburenschools.net/o/belleville-high/page/clubactivities
THIS is another link for students which includes days & times: https://docs.google.com/document/d/19Q3SAXA2wtlE9ElDarD3n5hW1EE2phQJFprMKZdeLsQ/edit?usp=sharing
Welcome, Ms. Slingerland!
We would like to welcome Ms. Paula Slingerland as the newest edition to the Administrative Team! She has been one of our devoted English instructors in Belleville New Tech and is taking over as the Acting Assistant Principal for Mr. Dan Wright. Mr. Wright has been assigned to an Interim District Safety and Security position. We would like to say "Congratulations" to them both in their new roles!
Morning and Afternoon Traffic Flow Reminder
GREAT NEWS! In addition to our Tuesday/Thursday Homework Lab and Tutoring options for after school, we are now introducing the teacher-led Tutoring schedule. Students report directly to the designated teacher's classroom after school. CLICK HERE for the Tutoring Schedule, and revisit often for updates.
DRESS CODE - By now, some of you have received an email saying that your student has received a Dress Code violation. While these are minor infractions (typically for wearing a hood in the building or wearing a crop top or pajama pants), they can add up! Please be sure to speak with your student if they are receiving multiple of these emails. Besides academics, we are also teaching employability skills - which in many cases includes following a workplace dress code. Thank you for your support!
SCHOOL SAFETY
BUILDING, STUDENT, AND STAFF SAFETY
In light of recent events, and as a firm reminder of a couple of our safety basics please be intentional about discussing these two with your student(s).
Building Entrances/Locked Doors: All entry doors in the building lock at 7:10am. After this, the only doors that may be utilized are at the Main Entrance. Students are not to open, leave from, nor prop open building doors. Failure to follow these safety protocols results in immediate suspension.
Metal Detecting Wands: BHS began last year and continues this year utilizing wands as a metal detection option. These wand searches will take place in randomly selected classrooms during randomly-selected hours. Our goal is to continue to build upon our swift, yet thorough process to help detect anything that could be deemed as potentially dangerous. We believe that the random selection process will be more effective than announced, routine, or predictable searches. These "wanding" events will be attended and supervised by our local law enforcement.
TRUANCY - 5 Day Letters
NOTICE: Any family who receives a 5 Day Truancy Letter has a student who is at risk of failing the semester, and has a higher risk of not completing high school. PLEASE reach out to your student's counselor or assistant principal if your student is having issues with attendance. There may be solutions that haven't been considered yet. Don't let it turn into a 10 day problem...
Per the Student Handbook, any student who is absent from school for all or any part of the day without a legitimate excuse will be considered truant. All students and parents are subject to the truancy laws of the State. If a student, under the age of eighteen (18), is truant for more than ten (10) total days during a semester, he/she may be reported to the appropriate authorities. As a courtesy, BHS will send letters for any student who has been absent for 5 days.
ABSENCE NOTIFICATIONS:
ATTENTION PARENTS AND GUARDIANS: If you receive an attendance notice via phone or text, this means your student MISSED AT LEAST ONE CLASS that day. If it was not approved by a parent/guardian, this is cause for a follow up with them. Tardies will be handled through the general discipline policy checklist as a minor infraction.
STUDENT HANDBOOK AND DRESS CODE
An excellent educational experience is always undergirded by a safe and orderly environment. Please take the time to review the Student Handbook, which includes the BHS Student Dress Code. For a quick review of items to avoid, please click the link for COMMON DRESS CODE VIOLATIONS.
In particular, students will not be wearing:
- Hoods
- Crop Tops
- Ski Masks
- or any bedwear or grooming attire, including pajamas or pajama bottoms, hair scarves or durags.
Link to Student Handbook: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1NJVkEanO8w2Yu6-V7QVP6snU0M1YCviWpn5G61hrmZ8/edit?usp=sharing