9/18/22 BHS Tiger News
This Week's News and Updates
Belleville High School
Greetings Belleville Families, this is already Week 3 of the 2022-2023 school year, and learning is in full swing! Please remember 1st hour begins at 7:10am. Now that classes are fully engaged, students are expected to arrive on time (early is on time) to all classes, ready to fully participate in each course.
Though Parent-Teacher Conferences are a month away, please know that you can ALWAYS reach out to your student's teachers, counselors, and administrators (email is usually most reliable) to support your child's learning. Being proactive regarding sharing information or strategies that have proven successful is always helpful!
Thank you for your attention to the information provided in this newsletter.
Have a terrific week - in Purpose, Excellence, and ACHIEVEMENT!
GO TIGERS!!
~ Principal Crockett, AP Mrs. Green, AP Mr. Roberson, AP Mr. Wright, BNT Director Mr. Wilsey, and AD Mr. Brodie
NO PARKING ON W. COLUMBIA!
Per the Belleville Police Department, the NO PARKING signs will begin to be enforced on West Columbia in front of the high school. This is unfortunately due to complaints from neighbors unable to access their properties during school pick-up times. If it helps to have your student walk a short distance, please consider this as an option.
WELCOME BACK, BHS TIGERS!
Over 75 Years of History!
1944 & 2024
Ms. Millie Baker (c/o 1944) with c/o 2024 students Serena Ibrahim, Georgia Waldroop, and Josh Rigor
On Saturday, September 17th, Belleville High School welcomed the BHS All Class Reunion back into the building. We were pleased to hear many of the stories and history that makes Belleville such a great place to be. We especially would like to thank our NHS (National Honor Society) students for assisting and carrying plates as needed. This is Community in Action - Go Tigers!
SIDE NOTE: Is this the FIRST TIME you've seen these pictures?! Follow us on Facebook @BellevilleHighSchool for more good news!
Important Dates and Upcoming Events:
Wednesday, September 21st: BHS Hosts BAND REVIEW! See flyer above
Wednesday, September 28th: Senior Parent Meeting, 7:00pm, Auditorium
Week of October 9th - 15th: Homecoming Spirit Week
October 14th: Homecoming Game, 7:00pm vs Franklin HS
October 15th: Homecoming Dance, BHS Commons
October 12th: PSAT/NMQST Testing, Opt-in/out(See Counseling section for more details)
October 12th: FAFSA Night, 6:00pm Main Auditorium
October 26th: Parent-Teacher Conferences
October 26th: FAFSA Filing Night, 6:00pm, Commons
For all Athletics Information, including upcoming practices and game schedules, click the LINK below. GO TIGERS!
BHS Athletics Homepage | Belleville High School (vanburenschools.net)
Important Message from The Athletic Department:
All Belleville High School students (and opponents High School students) will need to present their Student ID when purchasing a ticket to HOME football games for the remainder of the season. In addition, any student/child under High School age MUST be accompanied by an adult in order to be allowed admission into HOME football games for the remainder of the season. Thank you for your cooperation and GO TIGERS!
Student Council and Senior Class Information
Belleville High School Class Packages will be available for purchase on PaySchools only until Monday, October 10, 2022. Below are the links to pre-order a class shirt and also the description of each package. The last day to pre-order a shirt or senior hoodie is Monday, September 19, 2022. You must pre-order a shirt or senior hoodie since there will not be extra shirts ordered.
Belleville High School Senior Package Class of 2023
Pre-order a Fall Senior Hoodie
Belleville High School Junior Package Class of 2024
Pre-order a Junior fall long sleeve class shirt
Belleville High School Sophomore Package Class of 2025
Pre-order a Sophomore fall short sleeve shirt
Belleville High School Freshman Package Class of 2026
Pre-order a Freshman fall short sleeve shirt
Belleville High School Homecoming will be held on Saturday, October 15, 2022 from 7:00 p.m. till 10:00 p.m. Homecoming tickets are now available for purchase on PaySchools for $20.00 through October 12, 2022 or until we reach capacity. Do not miss out on attending your homecoming dance. Tickets ARE NOT sold at the door and there are NO guest passes for this dance.
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.
Interested in Belleville Tigers gear (including car stickers!) or BHS alumni shirts? The Class of 2023 is sponsoring an online spirit wear store. Click on this link to order. Items will be shipped directly to your address. Scroll all the way to the bottom for the alumni items. Due to supply issues, ordering is only available until 9/25.
Senior Class of 2023
BHS Homecoming Court Application for KING and Queen
BHS 2022/23 Homecoming Court Applications are now available electronically through Google form. Please click the link below to apply. Applications will be available now through Friday, September 23, 2022. All applications must be turned in by 2:30 p.m. on Friday, September 23, 2022.
HOMECOMING COURT APPLICATION LINK
Senior Parent Meeting
Senior parents should plan to attend the senior parent meeting on Wednesday, September 28, 2022 at 7:00 p.m. in the auditorium. This meeting will discuss everything seniors and their parents need to know concerning their senior year. Information will include: credits, college and trade school visits, yearbook including senior ads and senior pictures, ordering cap and gowns, taking the SAT/ACT, scholarships, completing the FAFSA, senior volunteer hours, senior yard signs, and senior events sponsored by student council. The counselors, administrators, college advisor and student council advisors will be in attendance to answer your questions.
From the Counseling Team
SCHEDULE CHANGES
All schedule change request have been addressed. Please check your schedule in MIStar as this reflects your accurate schedule. If you have any questions, please contact the Counseling Office.
MIDNIGHT GOLF PROGRAM-ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS NOW!
Midnight Golf is an incredible opportunity for students in the metro Detroit area. Watch the video below to learn more https://midnightgolf.org/
COLLEGE REPRESENTATIVE VISITS- JUNIORS AND SENIORS!
Our College Representative Visits for the week of September 19th. Please use the links below to sign-up to attend.
9/19-University of Michigan Ann Arbor
9/20- College for Creative Studies
9/20- Olivet College
9/21- Concordia University
9/22- Alma College
9/23- Madonna University
9/23- Ferris State University
PSAT/PSATNMSQT- October 12th
Attention 9th, 10th & 11th Grade Students- BHS will offer the PSAT and PSATNMSQT on October 12, 2022. Student are NOT required to take the PSAT exam in the fall. However, we strongly encourage all students to register for the PSAT. The PSAT will assist students in:
- Gauging future SAT scores
- Identifying target areas you need to practice for the SAT
We are asking that all students in grades 9, 10 & 11 complete the PSAT Form below. You can opt-in for testing or opt-out of fall testing.
Please be sure to click on the Student Opportunities link above for more exciting information!
For SENIORS only - Class of 2023!
College Rep Visits- Seniors have the opportunity to meet with college reps coming to BHS. We encourage you to take advantage of this opportunity to learn about colleges that spark you interest. Many times the reps visiting our school are the first person reading your application.
College APP Boot Camp Begins on September 29th @ 2:15pm!
BHS College Boot Camp will meet every Thursday beginning September 29th at 2:15pm. Boot camps are a great way for 12th graders to get a head start on college applications and essays.
Our Boot Camp will guide students through:
- Building a college list
- The application process
- The Common Application
- The development of a primary essay
- Creating an edited personal resume and activity list to be used with college applications
If you are interested in attending the BHS Boot Camp, please click on the link below to register
College Application Checklist- Check out this great resource to make sure you don't miss a step
Application Fee Waivers- Many college in the state of Michigan will waive their application fees during the first week of October or for the full month. Fee waivers are also available for students that receive free or reduced lunch.
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 Search Tool
All scholarship information can be found on our scholarship page. Please visit our scholarship page for the most up-to-date opportunities. Scholarship Opportunities
How do I find scholarships?
1. Apply for Financial Aid after October 1st. www.fafsa.gov
2. Check with each college in which you are applying for merit-based scholarships and deadlines.
3. Check for memorial and alumni scholarship opportunities at each college in which you may qualify.
4. Check with students'/parents' employer, banks/credit unions, religious and civic affiliation, etc. for scholarships.
5. Check the BHS Scholarship page frequently.
6. Conduct a search by using a national scholarship search engine such as, www.fastweb.com, www.scholarships.com, www.goingmerry.com, etc. Be sure to create an email for these services as students will receive a lot of emails from these services. There is no need to pay money for these services. Watch for SCAMS!
7. Check Career One Stop: https://www.careeronestop.org/Toolkit/Training/find-scholarships.asp
8. College Board Opportunity Scholarships: https://bigfuture.collegeboard.org/pay-for-college/bigfuture-scholarships
9. For more information: https://studentaid.gov/
10. Remember it takes work to receive most scholarships. You don't know if you don't try!
AVOIDING TRAFFIC GRIDLOCK...
Beginning of the year TRAFFIC GRIDLOCK, can be avoided by attending to the following:
- Leave yourself enough time to arrive early - work with driving students to do the same!
- Arrange for TRANSPORTATION for your student right away. This must be done YEARLY and can take up to 2 WEEKS to be finalized. CLICK HERE for the transportation request form.
- Drop off and Pick up are ONLY at the BACK of the Building (see graphic below).
- Follow all posted signs and staff direction.
We are looking forward to a SMOOTH start to the school year!
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
LUNCH PRICES
Please be aware that the lunch prices for this year have increased by $0.50, so:
- Secondary lunch will be $3.50
- All breakfast will be $1.75
Please plan accordingly. There ARE options for Free or Reduced price lunches. Schools will have paper copies of the Free and Reduced lunch application. Once the online link is active it will be provided.