MOVING FORWARD: IF YOU RECEIVE AN ATTENDANCE CALL, it will NO LONGER include tardies. Tardies will be handled through the general discipline policy checklist as a minor infraction. 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.
St. Anthony's Church = Private Property
NOTICE: Please be sure to NOT trespass on the church next door's property. We received notice from them last week regarding parents parking, sitting in cars, blocking entrances, and being rude to clergy and staff. We ask that our adults model excellent behavior and are a great example for our young people. Thank you!
Important Dates and Upcoming Events:
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 5th: COUNT DAY and EARLY RELEASE - 12:04pm Dismissal
Wednesday, October 5th: PowderPuff Football Game, Seniors vs Juniors, 7pm, Football Field
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: Picture Retake Day (Students must register in advance)
October 26th: Parent-Teacher Conferences, times & method TBA
October 26th: FAFSA Filing Night, 6:00pm, Commons
Picture RETAKE Day!
Picture RETAKE DAY is October 26TH. Please fill out the Google Form below to schedule a time to take your picture. The form is only for students who:
Need to take their student ID picture for the first time
Are new to BHS and did not take a student ID picture or picture package
Would like to retake a picture package (bring current, uncut picture package)
Want to take a new student ID picture (bring $5 cash for the replacement)
Picture RETAKE DAY - October 26TH (CLICK)
BOS STUDENTS: Picture RETAKE DAY - October 26TH - BOS Students (CLICK)
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
This year's Powder Puff Football Game, the Seniors versus the Juniors, will take place on Wednesday, October 5, 2022 on the BHS Football Field beginning at 7:00 p.m. Tickets are $5.00 per person. Due to the game being a student council fundraising event, athletic passes will not be accepted for admission. The concession stand will be available beginning at 6:00 p.m.
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.
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 only 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.
REMINDER: There are no physical tickets for the HOMECOMING DANCE. Students ID is their ticket for the dance. Students can use their 2022-2023 student ID or last year’s student ID. If a student does not have a photo ID, they can have their picture taken during all lunches in the media center on Thursday, October 6, 2022.
Belleville High School Homecoming Dress Code and additional information can be found at this link.
Homecoming Week Spirit Days will take place the week of October 10, 2022. The theme for each day can be found in this link.
PAID pre-ordered and class package shirts and hoodies will be available for pickup during all lunches on Monday, October 10th.
If you did not pre-order or pay for a shirt or hoodie, in the event there are extra class shirts or hoodies available for purchase and you would like to be placed on the waiting list, complete this form by October 6, 2022 to add your student's name to the wait list. Please note that if you bought a "Class Package" for your student then their class shirt is included. The last day to order a class package is Monday, October 10, 2022. If you have any questions or concerns please email flasenby@vanburenschools.net or ctestorelli@vanburenschools.net
Belleville High School Class Packages will be available for purchase on PaySchools only until Monday, October 10, 2022. Below are the links and also the description of each package.
Belleville High School Senior Package Class of 2023
Belleville High School Junior Package Class of 2024
Belleville High School Sophomore Package Class of 2025
Belleville High School Freshman Package Class of 2026
SENIORS:
If you were unable to attend the Senior Parent meeting last week, here is the link to the Class of 2023 presentation.
From the Counseling Team
Freshman Check-in
This week the BHS Counselors will check-in with all 9th grade students. We will discuss current grades, tips for a successful year and complete a Xello activity. Please inquire about topics discussed with your 9th grade student.
Michigan College Month
Seniors: October is "Michigan College Month" and while many Michigan colleges do not have application fees this year, some that do are waiving the fee at some point during the month of October! Please reference this document for more details. We encourage all seniors who are planning to apply to college do so by the end of October in order to maximize consideration as well as scholarship opportunity. Please contact your counselor or Dr. Rosenblum if you have any questions!
College App Boot Camp
BHS Counselors will host our second College Application Boot Camp on Thursday, October 6th, 2:15pm-3:15pm in room 88. This week we will focus on the college application process and the Common App.
COLLEGE REPRESENTATIVE VISITS- JUNIORS AND SENIORS!
Our College Representative Visits for the week of October 3rd. Please use the links below to sign-up to attend.
10/3- Florida Memorial University
10/4- Western Michigan University
10/5- Oakland University
The Deadline to Register for the PSAT/PSATNMSQT is Monday, October 3rd!
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!
FAFSA is now open!
Seniors are now eligible to complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). The FAFSA is the form that the federal government, states, colleges, and other organizations use to award financial aid. The FAFSA is key to accessing grants, scholarships, work-study programs and federal students loans. Completing the FAFSA is the first step for anyone making college plans!
Mark Your Calendar:
Wednesday, October 12th- FAFSA Information Night
Wednesday, October 26th- FAFSA Filing Night
Both events will begin at 6:30pm
All scholarship information can be found on our scholarship page. Please visit our scholarship page for the most up-to-date opportunities. Scholarship Opportunities
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
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!
NO PARKING ON W. COLUMBIA!
REMINDER: 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.
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.
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