We're kicking this week off with a huge thank you to our amazing teachers! We appreciate all of the time and support you give to our students. Your passion, patience, and hard work make a world of difference. Thank you for choosing to dedicate your hearts and minds to our students every single day. You're the best! 🧑🏫🍎🐅
Tag a teacher, past or present, to tell them thanks in the comments ⬇️ #TeacherAppreciationWeek
2025 Summer School registration is now open! ☀️ Available to all BHAS students, this free program includes transportation, meals, and hands-on learning in math, reading, and STEM. Runs June 16–July 24, Monday–Thursday.
📍 Register now: https://forms.gle/cCCDNSwggsffYgiu6
Good afternoon DEC parents. Today, Thursday, May 2 our extended day programming will be cancelled. Students that generally ride the bus will be sent home on the bus. Please call the DEC main office if alternate transportation needs are required.
Our staff and students take pride in being a part of keeping our environment safe and clean! So proud to have several of our schools participate in activity based learning to celebrate Earth Day! Thank you to all of our community members who joined the activities! #TigerPride #ItTakesAVillage
The BHAS Board of Education is holding a board meeting today in the Benton Harbor High School Library. The meeting will begin at 6:00 p.m. and will also be live-streamed on Zoom. You are invited to join using the following link: http://bit.ly/43hSJ3w
🗣️ Calling all future Tigers! 🐯
School of Choice enrollment is open now until May 24th. Shape your child's future by joining our school community. For more information, please call the district's registrar at (269) 605-1045.
Friendly reminder: several of our students throughout the district will be taking state assessments this week, which may impact whether your child will attend school in person or engage through virtual learning. Please reach out to your child's school for more information! We are excited to see our students come prepared to do their best! #TigerPride
You may also find more information on our website: bhas.org
On April 8th, our Pre-Kindergartners-5th Graders were able to explore their new Diverse Classroom Libraries!
One of our students proudly exclaimed, "Hey she looks like me!" as Dr. Rice opened up Change Sings, written by Amanda Gorman.
Very grateful for the hardwork put in by our staff and community to get such an initiative brought to our young learners! Representation and inclusion matters! #ItTakesAVillage #TigerNation #LiteracyMatters
Did you know we have a free laundry program? 👕👖 The Care Counts Laundry Program offers you and your family access to clean clothes. For more information or to participate, please call the main office of your child's school. #CareCounts #TigerNation
On Monday, April 8th, a solar eclipse will occur between 2:00 pm and 4:30 pm. While we won't experience totality, we'll witness an impressive 95% coverage!
Before Monday, please discuss the eclipse and the importance of eye safety with your child. Emphasize that they should never look directly at the sun without proper protection, even for a brief moment. Together, we can ensure a safe and educational experience for everyone as we learn about this awe-inspiring event.
Spring break is here! There is no school starting tomorrow, Friday, March 29, 2024. Spring break will be from April 1st to April 5th. Students will return Monday, April 8, 2024. Have a great and well deserved break! #TigerNation
Great news! Enrollment for our Pre-School and Kindergarten has opened! We are excited to welcome and nurture all new learners to Discovery Enrichment Center! Please reach out for any questions or visit us to receive more information about the enrollment process! More information can also be found on our website: dec.bhas.org/prekroundup
Good evening Benton Harbor Area School families. This is a gentle reminder that students do not have school tomorrow, Friday, March 15, 2024, due to a District Provided Professional Development Day for staff. Classes will resume on Monday, March 18, 2024. Have a great weekend!
The BHAS Board of Education is holding a board meeting tomorrow, March 12, 2024, in the Benton Harbor High School Library. The meeting will begin at 6:00 p.m. and will also be live-streamed on Zoom. You are invited to join using the following link: http://bit.ly/43hSJ3w
The BHAS Board of Education is holding a board meeting tomorrow, March 6, 2024, in the Benton Harbor High School Library. The meeting will begin at 6:00 p.m. and will also be live-streamed on Zoom. You are invited to join using the following link: http://bit.ly/43hSJ3w
Just a reminder, tomorrow is a Virtual Learning Day. There is no in-person learning for all BHAS students. All assignments will be posted online or given to students today as work packets. Assignments must be turned in or returned by Monday in order to receive a grade.
Additionally, we are holding District Wide Parent Teacher Conferences from 8:00am-6:00 p.m tomorrow. Please reach out to your child's school for additional details.
Hello DEC and MLK Families,
Due to a power outage affecting our schools today, Thursday, February 29, 2024, we will be dismissing DEC and MLK students early. Before dismissal, students and staff will be transported to Benton Harbor High School for lunch. Students will be dismissed at 12:30 p.m. from Benton Harbor High School. Thank you for your continued support of our students and schools.
Reminder, BHAS has partnered with Michigan Dental Outreach to offer dental care right at school. The dates are listed below.
DEC - Monday, March 25
MLK - Wednesday, March 6
FPE - Monday, March 18
FPMS - Thursday, March 7
BHHS & CAPE - Wednesday, March 27
Use the following link for more information and to sign up: https://www.myschooldentist.com/. Each school site has paper registrations as well.
The BHAS Board of Education is holding a special board meeting today, February 22, 2024, in the Benton Harbor High School Library. The meeting will begin at 6:00 p.m. and will also be live-streamed on Zoom. You are invited to join using the following link: http://bit.ly/43hSJ3w
Superintendent Dr. Kelvin Butts invites you to the State of the District for an informative evening about Benton Harbor Area Schools! Join us on Wednesday, February 21 at 6 p.m. in the Benton Harbor High School Library for an open and engaging conversation about the future of our district. We hope to see you there!
