The Husky Hub
May | 2024 | Benzie County Central Schools | E-Edition
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Superintendent Erfourth Update
Hello Husky families, staff, students, and community supporters,
I think we can safely say that spring has officially arrived. Both our students and staff are welcoming the warmer weather and are eager to spend more time outside.
April was a busy month, and May is no exception.
April 3 was Paraprofessional Appreciation Day. Thank you for the supporting roles that you play each day. We appreciate your integral roles in our educational success.
Bus Driver Appreciation Day was April 23. We acknowledge our dedicated transportation department who deliver our students to school and home again safely each day.
April 24 was Administrative Professionals Day. Thank you to those individuals wo keep our schools and offices running smoothly.
Monday May 6 thorough Friday May 10 is Teacher Appreciation Week. Thank you to our educators for their dedication in supporting a variety of avenues in which learning happens throughout our district. Your commitment to our students' well-being, academic progress, and overall development has been truly inspiring.
These special days and weeks serve as a great reminder that everyone plays a role in the success of our students. We are grateful to all of those who contribute to our school district.
Some of Mr. Wassa’s 5th graders at Betsie Valley Elementary competed in this year’s Battle of the Books event in Traverse City. The “Caticorn Crew” showed off their intelligence and creativity by reading 8 books since January and battling 56 other teams over 4 events throughout the day.
Mrs. Pfeuffer's 4th grade classroom at Lake Ann Elementary created marble roller coaster tracks to experiment with potential and kinetic energy in science.
Congratulations to Alexia Thetford, Dylan Chard, Madisyn Gauthier, Alison Campana, Meya Rahe, Rebecca Severance, Ellery Graetz, Madilyn Ochoa, Lillian Whaley, Avery Kelly, Eli VanPoortfliet, and Jonathan Ockert on their outstanding performances at District Middle School Solo & Ensemble Festival at Boyne City High School. Our student musicians received (5) first division (superior) ratings and (2) second division (excellent) ratings.
Our 7th grade class, in cooperation with SEEDS celebrated Earth Day late April by planting trees in various locations on our secondary campus.
On Earth Day Mr. Alderman had guest speaker Sheyenne Nagy with the US Fish and Wildlife Service talk to his classes about the invasive sea lamprey.
Ms. Nagy shared her educational background and her path to her current job. She has a love for the outdoors, hunting, and fishing. She shared that through her job applying lampricide treatment (TFM), she has traveled all over the Midwest and even as far as New York. She taught the students about the sea lamprey's life cycle and native lamprey species. She spoke about collecting data, applying the treatments, and then analyzing the results using her mobile chemistry lab. Ms. Nagy was a great spokeswoman for the US Fish and Wildlife and left the students with a greater understanding of this invasive species.
The 5th grade visit to our secondary campus will take place on May 16, with a parent meeting to follow. Our 6th grade English students are eagerly writing letters to all of our district 5 graders to welcome them to Middle School in the fall of 2024.
Congratulations to our Class of 2024 TOP TEN
Brianna Smith, Tegan Chicky, Ava Bechler, Lucan Louwsma, Jessica Whaley, Caitlyn Pallin, Emmett Jaquish, Joseph Morse, Mylie Kelly (Valedictorian), and Flora Zickert (Salutatorian).
“Reach for the Pie” offers all graduating seniors the opportunity to enter to be one of 100 randomly selected winners of free pizza for a year (one free pizza a week for 52 weeks). To enter, simply text FAFSA to 844-34-PIZZA. Fill out your FAFSA by June 30.
Our Seniors last day will be Our Commencement Ceremony will take place on Sunday, June 2 at 3:00 PM. This event is always a great celebration of student achievement, and we look forward to being a part of the excitement. Please contact the MS/HS office with any questions that you may have.
As a reminder, we take our students' and staff's safety and wellness seriously. If you or your student ever have concerns about the safety and well-being of anyone in our schools, please contact your child’s principal or make a report to OK2Say. We have trained staff to investigate these concerns and provide supports to those impacted.
IMPORTANT DATES TO REMEMBER:
- VEX Robotics Worlds Competition - May 1-3
- Youth Baseball Camp - May 4
- Spring Band Concert - May 9
- Regular Board of Education Meeting - May 13
- 5th Grade Visit to Secondary Campus - May 16
- 5th Grade Parent Meeting - May 30
- Spring Pop Concert and Art Fair - May 16
- Betsie Valley Elementary Spring Carnival - May 17
- Lake Ann Elementary Spring Carnival - May 17
- 7th Grade Salmon Release Day - May 18
- Senior Night - May 23
- MS/HS Awards Ceremony - May 24 - During School Hours
- Seniors Last Day - May 24
- Early Release - May 24
- No School - Memorial Day - May 27
- Commencement - June 2 - 3:00 PM
- Last Day of School - Early Release - June 11
Benzie Central Sr. High School earned high National and metro-area rankings in 2024 Best High Schools, which U.S. News. By earning a national ranking in the top 40%, Benzie Central Sr. High School achieved status as a U.S. News Best High School.
Our collective journey toward excellence in education continues.
Go Huskies,
Amiee Erfourth
Superintendent
Benzie County Central Schools
Parents of 8th – 12th grade students:
U.S. News & World Report
Here is Benzie Central's updated U.S. News profile page, with details about our rankings:
https://www.usnews.com/education/best-high-schools/michigan/districts/benzie-county-central-schools/benzie-central-sr-high-school-9730
U.S. News and World Report - Lake Ann Elementary
The U.S. News and World Report published their 2024 Best Elementary Schools, and the news is good for Lake Ann Elementary School: Our school placed among the top 40% of elementary schools in the state of Michigan, making it a U.S. News Best Elementary School.
Here’s a look at what was published about our school, including its new ranking(s):
https://www.usnews.com/education/k12/michigan/school-217780.
After School Tutoring Program | Middle School and High School
All students who would like extra support with school work are welcome from grades 6-12. The program will be held from 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM Monday through Thursdays.
There will be no tutoring on Fridays.
Students can show up any day for any subject. Students must bring all supplies to work for the full one hour, and have a scheduled ride home at 4:00 PM. If transportation is an issue, please don't forget that you can utilize the service of our friends at Benzie Bus. (231) 325-3000
Employment Opportunities
Do you love interacting with people? Have you ever considered serving your local community in a meaningful way? Do you enjoy challenges and making a difference in the lives of children? If so, Benzie County Central Schools just might be what you have been looking for! We are hiring for Elementary teachers, Secondary Math teacher, Secondary Science teacher, Elementary Counselor, JV Girls Softball Coach, and Varsity Girls Volleyball Head Coach. Please check out our website for more details. Join our Husky family!
--Community Resources--
Mrs. Mullen’s Closet for Benzie County was set up in memory of Dyanne Mullen, a principal at Hart Public Schools and part time resident at Crystal Mountain. Dyanne was instrumental in making sure all students in her building had necessary clothing all year. When Dyanne passed away in 2010, Mrs. Mullen’s Closet was started in her memory to continue to help students in Hart.
Baby Pantry- St. Philip's Episcopal Church
Lake Ann United Methodist Church Food Pantry
Open at the church in Lake Ann, next to Stone Oven (park in the back parking lot and use back door entrance) on:
Tuesday’s 9am - 12pm
Wednesday’s 4:30pm - 6:30pm
Thursday’s 9am - 12pm
Any questions can be directed to the LAUMC office at (231) 275 - 7236.
(231) 325-3000
If your community organization would like to be added to the Husky Hub, please contact Catina.
Substitute Teachers Needed!
$150.00 Daily Rate
$175.00 Designated Building Subs
Apply today!
Why Benzie Central Schools?
The mission of the Benzie County Central School community is to provide a safe learning environment that motivates all students to reach their highest potential by providing the necessary skills to become life long learners and leaders in a changing society.
We believe each child can learn and achieve to their highest potential
We believe the school must be a positive, safe, and comfortable learning environment
We believe the school must inspire self-confidence, self-motivation, and self-discipline in all students
We believe a child’s education is positively influenced by parental and community involvement
We believe our students will become responsible community members
Benzie County Central Schools is a premier school district located in beautiful Northwestern Lower Michigan offering world class programs. For more information, please contact 231-882-9653.
♦️”Beating the Odds” District
♦️Mackinaw Center CAP Recognized
♦️US News and World Report Silver Medal Winner
♦️College Board AP Honor Roll
Superintendent, Amiee Erfourth
Email: erfourtha@benzieschools.net
Website: www.benzieschools.net
Location: 9300 Homestead Rd. Benzonia, MI. 49616
Phone: 231-882-9653
Executive Assistant to the Superintendent | Board of Education Administrative Assistant | Pupil Accounting Specialist | Talent Management Administrative Assistant | Webmaster | Director of Communications, Catina Crossman
The Husky Hub is from the desk of Mrs. Catina Crossman.
Go Huskies!
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