
We're creating a Master Facilities Plan for Benton Harbor Area Schools, and we want to hear from you! We need the community's feedback to identify needs and create a better learning environment for our students.
Click the link to take the short, anonymous survey (5 minutes): https://bit.ly/3XCZ2Ol
Once you're done, share it and help spread the word to everyone in the Benton Harbor community.


Friendly reminder to all BHAS families, Wednesday, October 9th will be an early release day. Elementary-level students will be dismissed at noon. Secondary-level students will be dismissed at 11 am.


📢 We Need Your Input! 📢
Parents and guardians, join us for a Cell Phone Policy Town Hall Meeting on Thursday, November 14, at MLK Jr. Elementary School Gym starting at 5:30 PM. We’re seeking your input on implementing our new cell phone policy, which goes into effect on January 6, to support student focus and success. Your feedback is essential! 📱💬


The BHAS Board of Education is holding a board meeting on November 12th, 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


Homelessness is not always visible. As part of National Homeless Youth Awareness Month, we’re highlighting the challenges homeless youth face and the importance of providing them with support and resources. If you know of any students experiencing homelessness, please reach out to our McKinney-Vento Homeless Liaison, Cleather Nichols, at cleather.nichols@bhas.org.
November 10 is #WearGreenDay—a day to show your support and raise awareness for youth experiencing homelessness. 💚 #HomelessYouthAwarenessMonth


Friendly reminder to all BHAS families: The district will be closed tomorrow, November 5th, due to Election Day! We encourage everyone to vote.
Classes will resume on Wednesday, November 6th.


November is National Homeless Youth Awareness Month 💚
This month, we’re bringing attention to the challenges faced by homeless youth and the importance of providing them with support and resources. If you know of any students experiencing homelessness, please reach out to our McKinney-Vento Homeless Liaison, Cleather Nichols, at cleather.nichols@bhas.org. #HomelessYouthAwarenessMonth


📢 Public Notice 📢
The Benton Harbor Area Schools (BHAS) Board of Education invites you to attend the Benchmark Review Structured Conference on November 4, 2024, from 8:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Location: Berrien RESA, 711 St Joseph Ave., Berrien Springs, MI 49103
Contact: 269-471-7725
This in-person meeting will review the district's 18-month Benchmark Progress as part of the Partnership Agreement with the State of Michigan. The agenda is available at www.bhas.org.


IT'S THAT TIME AGAIN!
WE'RE EXCITED TO ANNOUNCE OUR AFTER SCHOOL CLUBS AT BHHS!
ALL INTERESTED STUDENTS:
PLEASE ATTEND OUR MEET & GREET OPEN-HOUSE TOMORROW AFTER SCHOOL FROM 3:30 - 5PM TO LEARN ABOUT ALL OF THE CLUBS AND JOIN THE ONE THAT FITS YOU BEST!
SNACKS WILL BE PROVIDED
TRANSPORTATION WILL NOT BE PROVIDED


Trades Day is an event that will introduce our high school students to skilled trades careers and the opportunities they offer. This event will include hands-on activities, industry partners, and opportunities to explore careers in construction, design, engineering, and more. Our confirmed vendors are:
Benton Harbor Fire Department
Cook Nuclear Plant/ AEP
Jim's Heating and Cooling
LMC/ CDL Program
SMC/ Automotive Program
Nurse Aimee (CPR, etc)
Weldstar
Army
Coast Guard


Hello Tiger Nation,
We're committed to providing the best possible school lunch experience for our students and staff. To help us achieve this goal, we're conducting a school lunch survey. Your feedback will help us understand your needs, preferences, and any areas where we can improve.
Please take a few minutes to complete the survey: bit.ly/3XCoQZI
We appreciate your participation in making our school lunch program a success!


Today's BHAS Board of Education work session will be rescheduled to a later date. The Board would like to give our students and the public an opportunity to participate in the active civic events that are taking place within our district this week.
Further communication will be sent out to provide the date and time of the rescheduled work session. Thank you for your consideration in advance.


🏀🏅 Winter Sports Season is Approaching! 🏅🏀
High School Boys Basketball and Wrestling tryouts kick off on November 11, and Girls Basketball tryouts start on November 18. Make sure to submit your physicals before tryouts begin! Let’s bring that Tiger pride to the court and mat! 🐯💪 #TigerNation
📩 Not sure if your physical is up to date? Email us at bhhsathletics@bhas.org to check.


The BHAS Board of Education is holding a board meeting on October 29th, 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


We appreciate all of our families who have stopped by during our morning sessions! Conferences are open currently until 4pm. Staff will have a dinner break from 4pm-5pm. Conferences will resume from 5pm-7pm.
Parents/Guardians will receive their login information and have the opportunity to sign up for PowerSchool while at conferences. See you there!


Friendly reminder, there will be no school on Friday, October 25, 2024, due to a District-Wide Professional Development.
Classes will resume on Monday, October 28, 2024. Have a great weekend!


It is that time of year! Parent Teacher Conferences will be tomorrow Thursday, October 24th from 9 am to 7 pm. We strongly encourage all parents and guardians to attend this opportunity to engage with your child's teacher about their academic progress this year. If you cannot make it, please feel free to reach out to your child's teacher to schedule a time that works with your schedule.
There will not be in-person learning tomorrow as it is an asynchronous (virtual) learning day. Students will receive their assignments to be completed while at home.


Every day matters! Missing days can affect your child's progress. Please do your best to ensure they're in class every day. If they're absent, let us know right away. Together, we can help them reach their goals! 🎓🐅


Hello Parents & Guardians - our Parent-Teacher Conferences will be held this Thursday, October 24, 2024. Please see the attached flyer for schedule. Conferences provide a valuable opportunity for parents and teachers to discuss your child's progress, set goals, and develop strategies to support their academic and social growth. We encourage all parents to attend this important event. However, if you are unable to attend but would still like to meet with your child's teacher, please feel free to reach out directly vial email or call (269) 605-1211 to schedule an appointment. If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to reach out to your student's building principal. We look forward to meeting with you and discussing your child's success.


Tomorrow's BHAS Board of Education Work Session has been rescheduled to Tuesday, October 29 at 6:00 p.m. The agenda and Zoom information will be posted on our website next week at www.bhas.org
