12/11/22 BHS Tiger News
This Week's News and Updates
Belleville High School
Greetings BHS Families, this is Week #15 of the school year. We have a full week of school, and are pleased with our students who are focused on their learning: getting to class on time, completing their assignments in a timely manner, and getting closer to their purpose. This includes our Seniors (Class of 2023) who are taking advantage of College Bootcamp Thursdays, where our counselors, teachers, our college advisor, and even community members are proofreading essays, supporting with postsecondary decision making, and helping students choose and apply for scholarships. This is Excellence in Action!
On behalf of BHS administration, teachers, and building staff, thank you for your attention to the information below. Have a great week this week, and GO TIGERS!!
~ Principal Crockett, AP Mrs. Green, AP Mr. Roberson, AP Ms. Slingerland, BNT Director Mr. Wilsey, and AD Mr. Brodie
Band and Vocal Winter Concerts!
Are you a Music Lover? Do you know someone who is?
You're BOTH invited to share the love of music in Winter Concerts with our Concert and Symphony Bands on December 13th and December 15th, and our Vocal Winter Concert on December 21st! Our students have been putting in the time and practice to make these events great experiences. They would love to see you there!
Important Dates and Upcoming Events:
Dec 13th: Concert Bands Winter Concert, 7:30pm-9:30pm
Dec 15th: Symphony Band & Varsity Band Winter Concert, 7:30pm-9:30pm
Dec 21st: BHS-Winter Choir Concert, 7:00pm-8:30pm
Dec 26th - Jan 6th: NO SCHOOL, Winter Break
Jan 16th: NO SCHOOL, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
Jan 18th: Tiger Parent Meeting for ALL Grade Levels
ATHLETIC UPDATES - TIGER WINS!
- Belleville Boys Swim took 2nd place at the SMISL Relays in Dundee.
- Wrestling took 3rd place at the Dave Melton Invitational at NB Huron.
- Girls Varsity Basketball beat Country Day 69-61 in the Best Of Michigan Showcase.
- Our Bowling Teams all won against Brighton on Friday: Varsity Girls 27-3, Varsity Boys 23-7, and JV Boys 28-2.
CONGRATULATIONS, TIGERS!!
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
Belleville High School Student Council is sponsoring a BHS Student Council Toy Drive on Monday, December 5, 2022 through Wednesday, December 14, 2022. All donations will be used to provide gifts for students who attend our district who may not have gifts for the holidays.
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.
SENIORS:
If you were unable to attend the Senior Parent meeting which was held September 28, 2022, here is the link to the Class of 2023 presentation.
December is Career Exploration and Awareness Month
Are you already thinking about your future? Would you like some help exploring your options after high school? December is Career Exploration & Awareness Month and a great time to tap into available resources to develop you career pathway. Today, there are career pathways that did not exist 10-20 years ago. It is important for students and parents to explore career options. Check out all the resources available to you to conduct career exploration by visiting MiTalent.org/career-exploration. There you’ll find links to reports highlighting in-demand careers in Michigan and access to Pathfinder – the state’s free career exploration tool. Here are additional Career Exploration Links:
https://workforce.resa.net/explore/pathways
https://milmi.org/_docs/publications/Hot50_Statewide_2030.pdf
https://roadmap2opportunity.org/
Students can also explore careers by logging into their XELLO account which is located in their bookmark.
Girls That Rock Mentoring Program -January 17, 2023-February 21, 2023
Girls That Rock Mentoring Program will be retuning to BHS in January 2023. Girls That Rock offers two programs for young ladies at BHS to be mentored by current and recent college graduates. Applications are now available. Click on the link(s) below.
Girls That Rock Mentorship (5th grade/ 12th grade)
GTR Mentor Application Link: https://www.capturedqueening.org/mentorapplication
Girls That Rock College & Career Prep (11th/ 12th grade) College & Career Prep Application Links: https://www.capturedqueening.org/college-and-career-prep-application
The deadline to apply is Friday, December 16th. Please contact Mrs. Currie for more information.
College Boot Camp Round 2
College Boot Camp will be held on Thursday, December 15th, 2:15pm-3:15pm in room 88.This is an opportunity for seniors to receive assistance with their post secondary planning. Students will receive assistance with college applications, FAFSA, scholarships, essays and MUCH MORE!
FAFSA Is Now OPEN!
Have you filed your FAFSA?
If not, please join us on Thursday to receive 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
Scholarship Information
Checkout the scholarships listed below:
All scholarship information can be found on our scholarship page. Please visit our scholarship page for the most up-to-date opportunities. Scholarship Opportunities
Need Support Now?
As the seasons change and the holiday season approaches, individuals and families coping with mental health issues can be a lonely and stressful time, filled with anxiety and/or depression. If you know someone who is struggling or in crisis, help is available. Call or text 988 or visit the Lifeline Chat to connect with a trained crisis counselor.
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