Decision Day at BHHS was full of excitement and accomplishment! We are so excited to see our students extend their legacy to various parts of the country! #TigerPride
We are so proud to celebrate these five dedicated students from Fair Plain East and MLK Jr. Elementary who have achieved perfect attendance from the first day of school through April.
Congratulations to Kaliam Williams, Asia Bethea, William Bethea, Mario Eslava and Eniyah Jackson. By being in the classroom every day, these students are proving to the Tiger community that on the path to excellence, Every Day Matters.
Let’s celebrate their consistency and hard work. Every Day Matters!
As we continue to celebrate our incredible teachers, join us in recognizing Ms. Jessica Hightower. As the art teacher at Benton Harbor High School, she empowers our students to follow their creativity. Her commitment to helping students meaningfully engage with the arts makes a lasting impact. We appreciate everything you do!
This week, we are honoring the incredible educators who go above and beyond to support our students’ growth and success. Please join us in showing your appreciation by encouraging your child to write a thank-you card or share a kind word with their teacher.
May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and at BHAS, we are committed to supporting the emotional well-being of our students and staff. Our district is here as a resource for your family, providing the tools and counseling support needed to ensure every Tiger feels safe, seen and supported. Remember that it is always okay to ask for help!
The Teen Advisory Committee (TAC) and staff from the Benton Harbor Student Health Center attended Youth Advocacy Day 2026 on April 28th in Lansing.
While there, the students met with 4 different Representative's teams and discussed the impact of Student Health Centers in their lives and their school/communities. The students were wonderful representations of the youth of Benton Harbor and even had the opportunity to listen to a speech by Gov. Whitmer. The TAC from Benton Harbor Student Health Center had been requesting the Governor of Michigan to come and speak to the youth for the last 2 years. The organizers of the event stated that their requests and persistence played a vital part in getting the Governor to come to the event.
We are very proud of our students and extremely grateful for the staff at the Benton Harbor Student Health Center for thier unwavering dedication to our youth! #TigerPride #YouthAdvocacyDay #BHLeaders
While there, the students met with 4 different Representative's teams and discussed the impact of Student Health Centers in their lives and their school/communities. The students were wonderful representations of the youth of Benton Harbor and even had the opportunity to listen to a speech by Gov. Whitmer. The TAC from Benton Harbor Student Health Center had been requesting the Governor of Michigan to come and speak to the youth for the last 2 years. The organizers of the event stated that their requests and persistence played a vital part in getting the Governor to come to the event.
We are very proud of our students and extremely grateful for the staff at the Benton Harbor Student Health Center for thier unwavering dedication to our youth! #TigerPride #YouthAdvocacyDay #BHLeaders
Congratulations to our Tigers who were admitted during Lake Michigan College's on-site registration day at BHHS! #TigerPride #AcademicExcellence
The BHAS Board of Education is holding a Work Session Meeting on Tuesday, April 28th, in the Benton Harbor High School Library. The meeting will begin at 6 p.m. and will also be live-streamed on Zoom. You are invited to join using the following link: http://bit.ly/43hSJ3w
Great news! The Online Registration Form for Summer School 2026 is now available: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc8zQVNy_r5IP4DXkgiZZPfv8PoqAVBEq01IgjDOS8NtrlOBg/viewform?usp=header
Please fill out the form to sign your students up for classes beginning Monday, June 15th and ending on Thursday, July 23rd, from 8:30 am to 12:30 pm. The program will run face-to-face with breakfast and lunch provided on-site.
Students in grades K - 5 will meet at Fair Plain East Elementary School, and students 6 - 12 will meet at Fair Plain Middle School.
Please email brenda.matthews@bhas.org if you have any questions or need further clarification.
Please fill out the form to sign your students up for classes beginning Monday, June 15th and ending on Thursday, July 23rd, from 8:30 am to 12:30 pm. The program will run face-to-face with breakfast and lunch provided on-site.
Students in grades K - 5 will meet at Fair Plain East Elementary School, and students 6 - 12 will meet at Fair Plain Middle School.
Please email brenda.matthews@bhas.org if you have any questions or need further clarification.
The BHAS Board of Education is holding its Regular Monthly Session on Tuesday, April 14th, in the Benton Harbor High School Library. The meeting will begin at 6 p.m. and will also be live-streamed on Zoom. You are invited to join using the following link: http://bit.ly/43hSJ3w
Balancing academics with athletics requires an incredible amount of discipline and heart. Today, we salute our student-athletes who give 100 percent in the classroom before they ever step onto the court or field. They represent the resilience and spirit of BHAS in everything they do. Go Tigers!
Wishing a joyful and peaceful Easter to all of our families celebrating today. We hope your day is filled with reflection, community and time with your loved ones. Enjoy the holiday, Tiger Nation!
We hope you had a restful and rejuvenating spring break and are ready to finish the year out strong! We are so excited to see our hallways buzzing with energy again as we head into the final stretch of the school year.
Make sure those alarms are set: school is back in session this Monday, April 6. Every Day Matters as we work toward a strong finish, and we can't wait to see you all!
Make sure those alarms are set: school is back in session this Monday, April 6. Every Day Matters as we work toward a strong finish, and we can't wait to see you all!
Today is World Autism Acceptance Day. At Benton Harbor Area Schools, we take pride in building a school culture that truly sees, hears and values all students. We’re grateful for our dedicated staff and families who work year-round to ensure every student has the tools to thrive.
Our next "Woman of Impact" spotlight is City Commissioner Sharon Henderson, who has served the residents of Benton Harbor for over 13 years. A dedicated champion for our neighborhoods, Sharon has led countless citywide clean-ups and community initiatives aimed at building local pride. Join us in celebrating Sharon—a driving force behind the initiatives that enhance the beauty of our city.
Our next Tigress spotlight is Cindy L. Goodson, the Family and Community Engagement Specialist for Benton Harbor High School. A Benton Harbor alum, Cindy has led several initiatives for the community, including Peace4Life Leadership Academy, the Empowered Parent Coalition, and the annual Peace Day Community Reunion. Join us in celebrating Cindy and her profound impact on the BHAS community!
The BHAS Board of Education is holding a board meeting on Tuesday, March 24, in the Benton Harbor High School Library. The meeting will begin at 6 p.m. and will also be live-streamed on Zoom. You are invited to join using the following link: http://bit.ly/43hSJ3w
Join us in celebrating our next Woman of Impact: Mamie L. Yarbrough! A 1959 graduate of Benton Harbor High School, Mamie has dedicated over 30 years to housing management and has served as a Berrien County Commissioner for two decades. From her years on the BHAS Board to her leadership at the public library that now bears her name, Mamie truly embodies the leadership that has paved the way for the next generation of Tigers. Crucially, Mamie represents the importance of recognizing the women whose leadership has profoundly shaped our community at large.
Dear Tiger Families,
This week’s Snackable Letter highlights encouraging academic growth across Benton Harbor Area Schools and the momentum our students are building.
➡️ Read the full letter here: https://www.bhas.org/snackable
Thank you for being part of our Tiger community.
Dr. Simone Griffin
Superintendent
Happy St. Patrick’s Day, Tigers! We feel LUCKY to serve a community that is deeply invested in the success of its students.
