This week...

10/30 - BHS AP Exam Registration deadline!

10/30 - Calvin College Info Session

10/31 - James Madison College-MSU Info Session - Sign-up!

11/02 - University of Detroit Mercy Info Session - Sign-up!

every Tuesday & Wednesday at lunch in College + Career Center drop-in College Application help!

11/08 - HBCU Night @BHS - Register to attend!

11/09 - Permission slip due for MiCareerQuest field trip

11/14 - MiCareerQuest field trip

Kevin Roberts, ADHD and Cyber Addiction Specialist, presented to BHS parents before Meet the Teacher Night in September. His presentation, "The Dark Side of Technology: A conversation with technology expert and author Kevin Roberts", was very well-received by those who attended. Kevin has generously made one of his e-books available to BHS families for FREE!

Click here to receive a free digital copy of his book Get Off that Game, Now!: The Essential Family Guide to Healthy Screen Behavior.

• Central Michigan University
• Eastern Michigan University
• Ferris State University
• Lake Superior State University
• Northern Michigan University
• Oakland University
• Saginaw Valley State University
• University of Michigan - Flint
• University of Michigan - Dearborn
• Wayne State University

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In mid-October, Mrs. Tye and Mrs. Belsky presented to all 12th grade Personal Finance classes on financial aid and scholarships. You can view the presentation below!

Students and their families interested in learning about financial aid basics are encouraged to register for a virtual presentation provided by Michigan Department of Treasury’s MI Student Aid team.

Participants will be able to gather information on the following financial aid topics:

• FAFSA application information
• Federal financial aid programs
• State financial aid programs
• Scholarship searching resources

Upcoming dates:

• November 2, 2023, 12:00-1:00pm
  
• November 16, 2023, 6:30-7:30pm

Students and their families looking to secure more financial aid for college are encouraged to register for an informational webinar about the Michigan Achievement Scholarship, which is the newest State of Michigan scholarship program expected to impact the majority of students.

Participants will be able to gather the following information:

• Michigan Achievement Scholarship eligibility requirements
• Michigan Achievement Scholarship award amounts
• Important action items for students and families
• Additional resources and program information

Upcoming dates:

• November 1, 2023, 6:30-7:30pm

Are you a senior confused about the college application process?... filling out college applications?... unsure where to start? Bring your device, lunch, and a friend! Be sure to check out the BHS Counseling College website for answers to many of your questions!

Check out the many opportunities to learn about OSTC!

Have you ever considered a career as a cosmetologist or hair stylist? Would you like to acquire training in hair care, treatments, cutting, and coloring? If so – GREAT NEWS – you can begin this training while still in high school!

Oakland Schools Technical Campus Northeast (OSTC-NE) has an excellent Cosmetology program for Oakland County high school juniors and seniors. High school students can earn hours toward the state-mandated 1500 hours of instruction, graduate from high school, and pursue post-secondary education opportunities toward their Cosmetology License from the State of Michigan.

Attend our Cosmetology Information Night for interested students and your parents/guardians at 1371 North Perry Street, Pontiac, MI 48340. Enrollment for the 24-25 school year will begin at this event!

Please RSVP by Friday, November 10, 2023, either by clicking on the link and completing the Google form https://forms.gle/hQYBiGMWtomZ41t1A, or by phone (248.451.2710), or via email (Randy.Maddock@oakland.k12.mi.us).

Applications are now OPEN for the 2024 HOBY Conference taking place at Albion College. This 4-day leadership conference allows students to develop their leadership skills and learn how to apply them to become effective, ethical leaders in all communities.

At HOBY, high school sophomores build their leadership potential through an inspiring three- or four-day Leadership Seminar based on three leadership perspectives: Personal, Group, and Societal. As many as 300 “ambassadors” from high schools across the state or country gather at their local HOBY State Leadership Seminar.

HOBY is a great fit for students who:

• are passionate about their communities.
• have leadership potential. understand and relate to the experiences of others.
• are curious and eager to learn. are interested in service. are adaptable and self-reflective.
• like to collaborate and work with others. demonstrate good character. have a strong sense of integrity. are excited to connect with peers across the state.

HOBY LEADERSHIP APPLICATION - DUE FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 3RD!

MiCareerQuest Southeast is November 14th at the Suburban Collection Showplace in Novi. Spots are limited!

MiCareerQuest Southeast is the region's largest interactive career exploration event for high school students. It exposes students to a broad range of exciting, rewarding career opportunities as they prepare for their futures!

Thousands of high school students from Oakland, Macomb, Monroe, Wayne, Washtenaw and Livingston counties will be meeting with working professionals who have built successful careers in a variety of fields. In addition, young people will have the opportunity to touch, feel and work with the equipment, tools and technology used by people every day in a broad range of in-demand jobs.

The goal is to connect classroom learning with real-world jobs and their requirements. Students also will discover engaging workplace opportunities, such as internships, job shadowing and more.

The NCWIT Aspirations in Computing (AiC) High School Award honors 9th-12th grade women, genderqueer, and non-binary students for their computing-related achievements and interests, and encourages them to pursue their passions. Award recipients are selected based on their aptitude and aspirations in technology and computing, as demonstrated by their computing experience, computing-related activities, leadership experience, tenacity in the face of barriers to access, and future plans. Since 2007, more than 25,000 students have received an AiC Award.

Application Deadline: November 6, 2023

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• Schedule an appointment with Mrs. Sloan (last names A-D)
• Schedule an appointment with Mrs. Weiss (last names E-K)
• Schedule an appointment with Ms. Drinkard (last names L-R)
• Schedule an appointment with Mrs. Tye (last names S-Z)
• Schedule an appointment with Mrs. Belsky (College + Career Counselor)

All BHS students have been added to the "College + Career Center" course in Schoology. In this course, students will have access to info on colleges, careers, jobs, etc. Event dates and Counseling news will also be posted for students.

Parents/Guardians can join the "College + Career Center" course in Schoology by using the appropriate join code below:

• Class of 2024 - BGB4-PSRM-GV93P
• Class of 2025 - R8HQ-9D83-XX2XQ
• Class of 2026 - K82D-N48J-93NTM
• Class of 2027 - Q92Z-K9B2-WWGGJ

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