VOLUNTEERS NEEDED! Come to the Tiger Parent PTO - Sept 20th
Homecoming is around the corner! This and many other upcoming events and activities will require ALL HANDS ON DECK in order to create great experiences for our students. We will be signing up for and coordinating groups at the Tiger Parent PTO Below are just a few of the upcoming needs:
We will organize these on Wednesday, September 20th at 6:30pm in the Commons:
- HOMECOMING: Sorting Class Shirts before the Pep Assembly
- HOMECOMING DANCE: Checking in students for the evening
- Homecoming Spirit Week! Grade Level Hallway Decorating
- Powder Puff Football Concessions
- Assist with Homecoming Court Preparation
- Bake Sale (Donations AND Volunteers)
- Tuff Puff Game: Concessions workers
- Coordinate PT Conference Dinner
- Canned Food Drive Support
- ...and more (at least 15 events/activities)
NOTE: The Tiger Parent PTO coincides with the beginning portion of the Band Review. We do NOT want Band Volunteers to miss the Review by coming to this particular meeting. We are looking for NEW Parents and Guardians to get involved! We will fill in our "regulars" with remaining needs.
Important Dates and Upcoming Events:
September 20th: BHS Hosts Band Review, 5:45pm Start (see flyer below)
September 20th: BHS Tiger Parent PTO Meeting, 6:30pm
September 21st: ParentSquare Hands-On Setup Session. 4:00pm-5:30pm
September 25th - 29th: Homecoming Spirit Week
September 27th: VBPS Early Release Day, Hours 1-6 (12:04pm Dismissal)
September 27th: Powder Puff Football, 7-8:30pm
September 29th: Homecoming Game, 7:00pm vs John Glenn HS
September 30th: Homecoming Dance, BHS Commons
Download the app!
Attention Parents and Guardians! VBPS has moved to ParentSquare for ALL communications. This means classes, clubs, athletics, and activities will all be utilizing this platform. Please download the app today! More information will be coming from VBPS Administration within the next few weeks.
iOS App - Apple Store
Android App - Google Play Store
Register on your home computer or laptop at https://www.parentsquare.com/signin
Homework Lab📚
Welcome back, everyone! We wanted to inform you that the Homework Lab and Testing Center at BHS will be open beginning this week to provide additional support to our students. We encourage you to share this information with your respective classes and colleagues. The Homework Lab will be available on Tuesday and Thursday from 2:15 to 3:15. During this time, students can receive assistance with their homework assignments or seek guidance on any academic challenges they may be facing. To ensure a smooth and efficient process, it is required that students sign up using bookmarks before attending the lab. We recommend that they sign up before 1:00 pm to secure their spot.
We understand the importance of providing academic support to our students, and our staff is dedicated to assisting them in the Homework Lab. If any students require guidance or additional help, please encourage them to take advantage of this resource. Thank you for your cooperation and support in promoting the Homework Lab and Testing Center among our students. By working together, we can ensure that every student receives the assistance they need to succeed academically. If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to reach out to us.
~ Mrs. Fryske and Mr. de Haan
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, blankets, pajama bottoms, hair scarves or durags.
Link to Student Handbook: 2023 - 2024 BHS Student Handbook
The BHS Cafe - A Greater Dining Experience!
From the The Belleville High School Café:
Students, to keep things timely and smoothly, please remember these tips:
- Please be patient and do not cut in line
- There are two lines: PIZZA and Other Entrees
- You must get a fruit or vegetable in order for the meal to be free
- Only one juice or milk per meal/student
- Only one entrée per meal (additional entrees are $2.00 each)
- Pop, chips, snacks cost money, but you can use your school account to pay
- If you are not purchasing any extras, please go through the line that is not for buying snacks (clipboard side)
Parents & Guardians: Food Account Payments
In order to fund your child's lunch account, please follow the steps below:
- Login to the MiStar ParentConnect Portal with your PIN and Password. Your school secretary can assist you if you need this information.
Click on your student's name, and you will see a variety of options on the menu at left.
Click on the Cafeteria link in the menu at left
Click on the "Online Food Service Payment" at far right.
Enter the amount you would like to add to your student's cafeteria account.
Follow the prompts to enter your payment information.
Thank you for making the first week enjoyable and check out our menu online.
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.
UPDATE 9/17/23 🚘 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!
- If you have not arranged for TRANSPORTATION for your student, please do it 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).
- The church driveways and lot are private property - DO NOT USE 🚫 .
- It IS acceptable practice to avoid the lines by dropping off your teenager at a safe location. Students who live nearby walk up to 1.5 miles to get to school.
- Follow all posted signs and staff direction.
If you have NOT signed up yet for transportation, please use this link:
Picture RETAKES!
Did you miss Student Picture Days in August and September?
Please plan to take your student ID picture on October 24th in the Main Auditorium Lobby!
In person students: Retake Appointment Form
BOS/ECA students: Retake Appointment Form - BOS/ECA
ALERT! Ticket Purchasing❗
Schools in the KLAA will be offering options this year for purchasing tickets for athletic events. Belleville High School will be using GoFan exclusively (No Cash at the gate). Card Readers will be available. The concession stands are still using cash. Students under High School age MUST be accompanied and supervised by an adult at all athletic events. Thank you and Go Tigers!
From Your STUDENT COUNCIL - Your Guide to Student Activities!
Belleville High Homecoming Spirit Days!
Homecoming Week 2023 begins Monday, September 25th. The theme this year is “Dreamy Night.” Please click this LINK to see more information about the BHS Spirit days.
Volunteers for Powder Puff and other Upcoming StuCo Events!
Help support the various events sponsored by the Student Council. We need students (earn your Senior or NHS hours) and parent volunteers for upcoming events. Please fill out the form below to sign-up to help make the events memorable for our students and to ensure they have an amazing year!
BHS Student Volunteer Google Form Link
Parent Volunteer Google Form Link
Powder Puff Football Game
This year's Powder Puff Football Game, the Seniors versus the Juniors, will take place on Wednesday, September 27, 2023 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 Class Packages Information
If you would like to utilize SBA pay options you must go through Parent Connect, the link is on the school’s main website, as this option is not available on the Parent Square at this time. Once you select your student, go down to accounts. Once selected you will see the link for SBA under the balance.
Here is the link that has the information concerning the class package.
If you have any questions, please contact flasenby@vanburenschools.net or ctestorelli@vanburenschools.net
BHS Upcoming Dates:
BHS Tiger Parent Meeting - September 20, 2023 - 6:30 pm
BHS Spirit Week - September 25 - 29, 2023
BHS Powder Puff Football game - September 27, 2023 - 7:00 pm
BHS Homecoming Football game - September 29, 2023
BHS Homecoming Dance - September 30, 2023 - 6:30 pm - 10:00 pm in the Commons
BHS Senior Parent Meeting - October 4, 2023 - 7:00 pm in the Main Auditorium
Powder Puff Football Game
This year's Powder Puff Football Game, the Seniors versus the Juniors, will take place on Wednesday, September 27, 2023 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 Homecoming Dance 2023 Information
Belleville’s High School “Dreamy Night” Homecoming Dance is Saturday, September 30, 2023 from 6:30 p.m. until 10:00 p.m. The dance will be held in the commons. Tickets, which are $25 each, will be available for purchase in the commons (cafeteria) during lunches on September 25 - 27, 2023 while supplies last. Each student purchasing a ticket in person, MUST present a school ID when purchasing a ticket. Tickets are also available for purchase now through SBA (New Payment System) located on Parent Connect until September 27, 2023. Parent Connect can be found on the BHS website. If you purchased one of the class packages, the homecoming ticket is included in the package. The student school ID will be their ticket into the dance. Dress Code is “Dressy” however; School Dress Code applies. Here is the link for the HOMECOMING DRESS CODE
*No tickets are sold at the door! There are NO guest passes accepted for this dance. DOORS CLOSE AT 8:00 PM….and there are NO Refunds!
Monday, September 18th- Mindful Mondays- Every 3rd Monday Counselors will provide mind health tips and support during all lunches. This months theme is managing stress.
Wednesday, September 20th & Thursday, September 21st- 9th Grade Check-in & Xello Lesson
Thursday, September 21st- College Boot Camp
Friday, September 22nd- Field trip to Henry Ford College Discover Day (Select Juniors & Seniors)
College Visits- Western Michigan University, University of Oregon, Ferris State University, Northwestern University, Madonna University, Oakland University, Central Michigan University, Calvin University. Scroll down to register to attend college visits.
Interested in an HBCU but not sure where to look? Check out this search tool that allows you to search by major. http://thehundred-seven.org/matchme.php
COLLEGE REPRESENTATIVE VISITS- JUNIORS AND SENIORS!
Every fall BHS host college representatives in our building. We invite juniors and seniors to learn more about a variety colleges and establish relationships with the college rep. This week a representative from University of Michigan Flint, New York University and Baker College will visit BHS. Please use the link below to sign-up to attend.
9/18- Western Michigan University
9/18- University of Oregon
9/19- Ferris State University
9/19- Northwestern University
9/20- Madonna University
9/20- Oakland University
9/21- Central Michigan University
9/21- Calvin University
9/25- Alma College
9/26- Kuyper College
9/26- Lenoir-Rhyne University
10/3- Wayne State University
10/4- Saginaw Valley State University
10/5- Kalamazoo College
10/11- Schoolcraft College
10/19- Defiance College
10/19- Kendall College of Art & Design of Ferris State University
11/6- Marietta College
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