Bucks Blast!

March 1, 2024

Dear Buck Families,

On behalf of the Buchanan Community Schools Board of Education, students, and staff, we extend our gratitude to the entire Buchanan Community Schools area for the resounding success of the recent operating and sinking fund millage renewals.

Thanks to your support, the operating millage renewal ensures that we can maintain essential programs like band, athletics, and curriculum initiatives, enriching the educational experiences of our students. Additionally, the renewal of the sinking fund empowers us to address critical facility repairs, ensuring safe and conducive learning environments for all.

Your support is a testament to your commitment to the success and well-being of our students, and we are deeply honored by the trust you have placed in us to steward these tax dollars responsibly.

Thank you once again for your incredible support and belief in our schools. Together, we will continue to strive for excellence and provide the best possible educational opportunities for every student in our community.

Educationally yours,

Patricia L. Robinson

Superintendent of Buchanan Community Schools

Dear Parents/Guardians,

Our district will be participating in the pilot testing of a new survey called the MI Student Voice Parent/Guardian Perception Survey on February 23, 2024. The survey will close on March 8, 2024. Topics covered in the survey fall into five categories: Interpersonal Relationships, Parent Involvement & Support, Parental Satisfaction, School Climate, and Belonging.

Additionally, students in grades 6th, 7th, 9th, and 12th are taking the MI Student Voice Perception Survey, which will capture information about their school experience, focusing on the areas of Engagement, Belonging, and Social- Emotional Learning. Our school educators will also be participating in a survey regarding their school experiences. We believe that using these surveys will allow our district to have a more holistic approach to improving measures of school quality in our school improvement plans.

The Parent/Guardian Perception Survey can be completed online using a computer, tablet, or mobile device. The anonymous survey is designed to protect your privacy and the privacy of your student(s). The survey has under 50 questions and is expected to take approximately 10 minutes or less to complete. You may access the survey using this link.

While participation is voluntary, we encourage all parents/guardians to take part in the survey, as we hope to gather meaningful information about your experiences.

The school district will utilize the data collected in the survey to inform important decisions for the district.

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me.

Sincerely,

Patricia L. Robinson

Superintendent of Buchanan Community Schools

BUCHANAN, MI - Buchanan Community Schools is delighted to announce that Buchanan High School’s Career and Technical Education (CTE) Department has been awarded a $100,000 61C Equipment Grant. This significant grant will empower the CTE Department to make substantial enhancements to its programs, offering students an enriched and hands-on learning experience.

The grant, totaling just over $100,000, will be allocated towards acquiring essential equipment tailored to specific CTE programs, ensuring that students receive state-of-the-art resources to prepare them for real-world challenges. The following items are among those slated for acquisition:

• Automotive Technology:

• A new four-post lift for enhanced practical learning and automotive skills development.

  
  

• Business Management Administration:

• An Interactive SmartBoard to facilitate dynamic and engaging classroom sessions.

  
  

• CISCO (Computer Information Systems and Networking):

• Industry-Specific Smart Racks to provide students with hands-on experience in networking.

  
  

• Cosmetology:

• Electrical Kits and Shear Sets to bolster practical training in cosmetology.

  
  

• Digital Multimedia:

• Large scale printer to support high-quality and large-format printing for multimedia projects.

  
  

• Sports Medicine:

• Interactive Anatomage Table for a cutting-edge learning experience in sports medicine.

  
  

This grant is a testament to Buchanan High School's commitment to providing students with access to top-notch resources that will prepare them for success in their chosen career paths. The CTE Department looks forward to implementing these improvements, fostering an environment of innovation and excellence.

Superintendent Patricia Robinson and CTE Director, Mark Frey expressed their gratitude, stating, "This grant is a game-changer for our CTE Department. It allows us to elevate our programs and ensure that our students are equipped with the skills and knowledge needed for success in their future careers."

Union Coffee House & Cafe, 115 E. Front Street, located downtown Buchanan

At BCS, we value the passion and efforts of our staff members who strive to make our district a great place to learn and work. Click below to nominate a district staff member who goes above and beyond for our kids and community!

We pledge our best efforts to make Buchanan Community Schools a premier school district, and we strive to create safe, welcoming, engaging, and innovative schools that develop all students’ academic, athletic, artistic, and social growth. We take pride in our community and we appreciate the support of our stakeholders! Thank you!

But we do realize that sometimes something might not go right, or you might have a question about what we do or how we do it. We welcome that communication, and we will work to solve your issue for you as efficiently as we can.

In order to do that, we ask that you follow our Chain of Command process shown in the diagram. On the left side of the process chart, you will see the common areas of district programming, and then following to the right would be the next step(s) in the Chain of Command for that district program area. Please start by contacting the staff member listed in the second box of each program area. The contact information for our leadership staff members with responsibility for addressing concerns is listed at the top of the diagram. Other contact information for building staff is available on our website in the “Staff Directory” section of each building’s web page. It is expected that most issues should be able to be resolved at these initial steps in the Chain of Command.

Buchanan Community Schools is a school district located in Buchanan, Michigan. In 2020, Buchanan was named the Nicest City in America and is known for its community concerts and parades. Buchanan Community Schools has over 1500 students and over 200 employees. The school district has four schools based on grade bands, Ottawa- PreK-1, Moccasin-2-4, Buchanan Middle School 5-7, and Buchanan High School 8-12.

Email: probinson@buchananschools.com
Website: https://www.buchananschools.com/
Location: 401 West Chicago Street, Buchanan, MI, USA
Phone: 269-695-8401
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