10/22 BHS Tiger News
Week of October 22nd, 2023
Belleville High School
Greetings Belleville Families, this is Week #9 and we are one week away from the end of the marking period. We encourage all parents and guardians to check in with your students, making sure all assignments are turned in and their grades are where you know they should be. Remember that grades/assignments, attendance, accounts and more can be viewed on MiStar/Parent Connect.If you EVER need technical assistance with MiStar, please contact the Main Office.
THANK YOU FOR ATTENDING! 😊
Thank you to all parents/guardians who attended Wednesday's Tiger Parent Meeting. We appreciate all your feedback and for coming alongside us to help make improvements that ultimately benefit ALL students. The next Tiger Parent Meeting will be WEDNESDAY Nov. 15th at 6:30pm. Please mark your calendars!
BUILDING, STUDENT AND STAFF SAFETY
We have been reminding students recently that school safety is the responsibility of us ALL. Please be intentional about discussing these two items with your student(s).
Building Entrances/Locked Doors: All entry doors in the building lock at 7:20am. 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. Additionally, access to the building is limited to needs only, so students who are being picked up early will be able to call and be confirmed from the main entrance parking lot.
Metal Detecting Wands: BHS utilizes wands as a metal detection option. These wand searches take place in the hallway of randomly selected classrooms during randomly-selected hours. We have developed a 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.
Important Dates and Upcoming Events:
October 24th: School Picture/ID Retakes (see info below)
October 24th: BHS Symphony Band Concert w/McBride Middle, 7:00pm-8:30pm
October 31st: Half Day - 10:31am Dismissal
November 1st: Early Release -12:04 pm Dismissal
November 3rd: End of 1st Marking Period
November 6th: Belleville Early College Information Meeting, 5:30pm (see info below)
🚫 NOTICE FOR DETENTIONS!!
ATTENTION PARENTS AND GUARDIANS: Students will ONLY be receiving detention notices via email. They will no longer receive paper notices. Since we ALWAYS copy the parent/guardian on these notices, we ask that you remind your student, as needed, about their obligation. We appreciate your partnership!
Picture RETAKES!
Did you miss Student Picture Days in August and September?
Please plan to take your student ID picture on October 24th in the Main Auditorium Lobby!
In person students: Retake Appointment Form
BOS/ECA students: Retake Appointment Form - BOS/ECA
Homework Lab📚
We wanted to inform you that the Homework Lab and Testing Center at BHS is open. It is put in place to provide additional support to our students. We encourage you to share this information with your respective classes and colleagues. The Homework Lab will be available on Tuesday and Thursday from 2:15 to 3:15. During this time, students can receive assistance with their homework assignments or seek guidance on any academic challenges they may be facing. To ensure a smooth and efficient process, it is required that students sign up using bookmarks before attending the lab. We recommend that they sign up before 1:00 pm to secure their spot.
If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to reach out to us.
~ Mrs. Fryske and Mr. de Haan
🎓 Apply for Belleville Early College!
ATHLETICS NEWS
LAST WEEK'S TIGER VICTORIES!
-Varsity Boys Football finished the regular season 9-0 and won both the KLAA East Division Championship and KLAA Conference Championship with a 42-0 victory over KLAA West Division Champion, Northville.
-Varsity Girls swim defeated John Glenn 91-72
Upcoming HOME events:
-10/27 Varsity Football vs TBD. MHSAA Playoffs.
For all other Athletics Information, including upcoming practices and game schedules, click the LINK below. GO TIGERS!
BHS Athletics Homepage | Belleville High School (vanburenschools.net)
From Your STUDENT COUNCIL - Your Guide to Student Activities!
VOLUNTEERS MAKE THE WORLD GO 'ROUND!!
Parent Volunteers are needed for upcoming events. See the list below and this link to sign up.
October 28, 2023 - Trunk or Treat - Volunteers and Donations needed
November 6th - 10th - Collection of Food Drive items - Volunteers needed
November 17 and 18, 2023 - Craft Show - Volunteers needed
November 21, 2023 - Staff Thanksgiving Dinner - Volunteers and Donations
BHS Upcoming Dates:
College Month Spirit Week - October 23rd - 27th - see link for information
Trunk or Treat at Belleville High School - October 28, 2023 - 5pm - 7pm
BHS Food Drive - November 6th - 10th - see link for items needed
Class of 2024 Information:
If you missed the Senior Parent meeting, here is the link to the slide presentation.
Volunteer Opportunities for Senior Hours: BHS Student Volunteer Google Form Link
This Week in Counseling
College Month Spirit Week
The BHS Counseling Dept. is requesting that all students and staff participate in our College Month Spirit Week! Check out the flyer below.
Wednesday, October 25th- Washtenaw Community College Field Trip
Thursday, October 27th- College Boot Camp, 2:15-3:15, Rm. 88
Thursday, October 19th & Friday October 27th- Senior Xello Lessons
College Visits- Indiana Tech, Dorsey College, Michigan Technological University, Henry Ford College and Aquinas College
MORE GREAT News!
Did you know...
As higher education institutions in Michigan continue to focus on boosting undergraduate enrollment numbers , a coalition of 10 public universities announced Tuesday they will admit any in-state student with at least a 3.0 GPA applying to enroll next fall. The participating universities are:
- Central Michigan University
- Eastern Michigan University
- Ferris State University
- Lake Superior State University
- Northern Michigan University
- Oakland University
- Saginaw Valley State University
- University of Michigan-Dearborn
- University of Michigan-Flint
- Wayne State University.
Please see your counselor or Dr. Rosenblum for more information.
Michigan State launches tuition-free promise for families making up to $65K
Michigan State University is launching a free-tuition program for some high graduates starting with the class of 2024.
The Spartan Tuition Advantage, announced Monday, will cover the cost of full tuition for Michigan high school graduates who have a family income of $65,000 or less and qualify for Federal Pell Grants, awarded to students from lower-income backgrounds. The student is guaranteed free tuition using a combination of federal, state and MSU aid.
Students do not need to fill out a separate scholarship application for the MSU program, but must fill out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) to qualify. It costs about $16,000 in tuition and fees for an in-state undergraduate student to take two semesters of classes during the 2023-2024 school year.
Health Science Pathway Event- 10/26
Attention all students in the Health Sciences Pathways!
The Wayne County Medical Science Foundation is offering a unique opportunity for our BHS students interested in the Health Sciences. (Physicians, Physician Assistants, Nurses, Nurse Practitioners and more)
You will be exposed to real Physicians and have networking, career exposure, and for our seniors...Volunteer hours!
Please register below for an October 26th session after school from 2:04- 2:50 location TBD.
Any additional questions please contact our BHS alumni student Shane Tinsley at Email: stinsle3@hfhs.org
Common Black College Application
Interested in applying to a Historically Black Colleges and Universities? If so, consider applying to these schools using the Common Black College Application. The Common Black College Application allows students apply to any number of the 65 participating HBCU institution for only $20. Click HERE for more information
HBCU Search Tool
Interested in an HBCU but not sure where to look? Check out this search tool that allows you to search by major. http://thehundred-seven.org/matchme.php
Scholarships
Access Scholarships!!
This site is designed to connect high school, college, and graduate students with scholarship opportunities and other financial aid resources to help them navigate the (often complicated) world of higher education and paying for school.
In addition to their scholarship search and directory (with over 10,000 scholarships), they have several resources specifically geared toward high school students:
- Scholarships for High School Juniors
- Scholarships for High School Seniors
- Scholarships for College Students (also open to high school seniors)
- No-Essay Scholarships
- Full-Ride Scholarships
They also offer two of their own scholarships, both of which are open to high school students of all years:
- Too Cool to Pay for School Scholarship ($1,000) - an easy opportunity, awarded quarterly
- Around the Corner from College Scholarship ($1,000) - requires students to make a checklist to help them figure out what they need to do to prepare for college, awarded biannually
October Scholarship Newsletter
Big Futures Scholarship- Various Dates
CMU Centralis Scholarship- Due Oct. 31, 2023
The Voice of Democracy Scholarship-9th-12th grade- Due Oct. 31, 2023
Ayn Rand Atlas Shrugged Essay Contest- Seniors- Due Nov. 6 2023
Event: Black Friday Scholarship Boot Camp Nov. 24, 2023
American College Foundation Visionary Scholarship- Due Dec. 1, 2023
American Rocketry Challenge- Due Dec. 1, 2023
Elks Most Valuable Student Scholarship- Due Nov. 13, 2023
Jack Cooke Kent Scholarship- Due Nov. 16, 2023
EMU Presidential Scholarship- Due Dec. 15, 2023
The Edward A. Bajoka Legal Scholarship for Immigrants- Due Dec. 31, 2023
College Representative Visits- Juniors and Seniors
Every fall BHS host college representatives in our building. We invite juniors and seniors to learn more about a variety colleges and establish relationships with the college rep. This week a representative from University of Michigan Flint, New York University and Baker College will visit BHS. Please use the link below to sign-up to attend.
10/23- Indiana Tech
10/ 24- Dorsey College
10/26- Michigan Technological University
10/26- Henry Ford College
11/6- Marietta College
11/13- Northern Michigan University
11/13- Cleveland State University
College App Boot Camp
College App Boot Camp for the Class of 2024 starts next week! We will be covering all things college from list building to applications to financial aid and scholarships. Sessions will be held on Thursdays from 2:15-3:15 in Room 88.
Remember that attendance gets you entered in the monthly raffle! P.S. There will be snacks :)
Thank you for your time and attention to this week's Tiger News. Have a great week everyone, and GO TIGERS!
~ Principal Crockett, AP Mrs. Green, AP Mr. Roberson, AP Mrs. Slingerland, BNT Director Mr. Wilsey, and AD Mr. Brodie
♻️ REPEAT INFORMATION ♻️
HOW TO: Pay for Things!💲
Download the app!
Attention Parents and Guardians! VBPS has moved to ParentSquare for ALL communications. This means classes, clubs, athletics, and activities will all be utilizing this platform. Please download the app today! More information will be coming from VBPS Administration within the next few weeks.
iOS App - Apple Store
Android App - Google Play Store
Register on your home computer or laptop at https://www.parentsquare.com/signin
Attention Student Athletes
Any student athletes who plans on playing their sport at the college level needs to register with the NCAA eligibility center. Please feel free to reach out to your counselor for assistance.
ALERT! Ticket Purchasing❗
Schools in the KLAA will be offering options this year for purchasing tickets for athletic events. Belleville High School will be using GoFan exclusively (No Cash at the gate). Card Readers will be available. The concession stands are still using cash. Students under High School age MUST be accompanied and supervised by an adult at all athletic events. Thank you and Go Tigers!
The BHS Cafe - A Greater Dining Experience!
From the The Belleville High School Café:
Students, to keep things timely and smoothly, please remember these tips:
- Please be patient and do not cut in line
- There are two lines: PIZZA and Other Entrees
- You must get a fruit or vegetable in order for the meal to be free
- Only one juice or milk per meal/student
- Only one entrée per meal (additional entrees are $2.00 each)
- Pop, chips, snacks cost money, but you can use your school account to pay
- If you are not purchasing any extras, please go through the line that is not for buying snacks (clipboard side)
Parents & Guardians: Food Account Payments
In order to fund your child's lunch account, please follow the steps below:
- Login to the MiStar ParentConnect Portal with your PIN and Password. Your school secretary can assist you if you need this information.
Click on your student's name, and you will see a variety of options on the menu at left.
Click on the Cafeteria link in the menu at left
Click on the "Online Food Service Payment" at far right.
Enter the amount you would like to add to your student's cafeteria account.
Follow the prompts to enter your payment information.
Thank you for making the first week enjoyable and check out our menu online.
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, blankets, pajama bottoms, hair scarves or durags.
Link to Student Handbook: 2023 - 2024 BHS Student Handbook