• BSD Travel to Australia & New Zealand: Summer 2025
  
• BHS Cheer Clinic
• SENIORS: Sign up for Onsite Admissions Day @BHS
• SENIORS: Apply to Michigan Colleges for free in October!
  
• Carpenters & Millwrights Open House Apprenticeship
• OCC EmpowHer Trades Info Session
• MAT2 Apprenticeship Program Virtual Info Session
  
• Baker College offers free tuition and free housing!

09/24: University of Dayton Info Session - sign up here!

09/24: Oakland University Info Session - sign up here!

09/24: Eastern Michigan Info Session - sign up here!
09/25: SENIORS: Drop-In College App Help @lunch in College + Career Center

09/27: JUNIORS + SENIORS: HBCU Fair Field Trip

09/27: Homecoming Game

10/01: Lawrence Tech Info Session - sign up here!

10/01: SENIORS: A Crash Course on Strategizing and Writing the Supplemental Essays Workshop - Sign-up here!

10/02: UM Flint Info Session - sign up here!

10/02: College for Creative Studies Info Session - sign up here!

10/02: Butler University Info Session - sign up here!

10/02: SENIORS: Drop-In College App Help @lunch in College + Career Center

10/03-04: No School

Don’t miss your opportunity to reserve your seat. At least one parent/guardian must be in attendance.

So that I can alert you of any changes to this meeting, please register using this link:

https://bit.ly/3TAOixl

Please join my informational meeting to learn:

• What we’ll see and experience on our trip
• How this opportunity will benefit your child
• Why now is the right time to start planning
• How your investment will be protected
• How your child can earn academic credit
• How we’re keeping this safe and affordable

During a College Info Session, a college admissions representative/counselor presents to a group of BHS juniors and seniors about their college, admission requirements, application process, scholarships, campus life, and more!

Meeting the college admissions representative for a school you are interested in applying to can be very helpful during the application process. Especially if a school visiting is one of your first choices, introducing yourself to the representative can go a long way!

• You must sign up at least 1 day in advance.
• You must be in the 11th or 12th grade.
• You must use your confirmation email as your pass to leave class. You will not be called down.
• You can sign up for up to five info sessions.

• Recording - 09/17/24
• Student Workbook
• How to Write a Successful Common App Activities List + Epic List of Activities Verbs
• How to Use the Common App Additional Information section
• How to Cut Down Words in a College Essay
• Register for CEG Resources
• Choose Your Own Adventure Tool

A Crash Course on Strategizing and Writing the Supplemental Essays Workshop

Are you confused about...the college application process?... filling out college applications?... not knowing where to start?

Drop-in College App Help in the College + Career Center Wednesdays @lunch!

• Starts Wed, Sept. 4th thru Wed, Nov. 6th!
• Bring your device, lunch, and a friend!
• Be sure to check out the BHS Counseling College website for answers to many of your questions!

As an ICATT/MAT2 Apprentice, you will:

If you're ages 8-18 and have a dream to chase – be it starting your own business, excelling in an educational pursuit, engaging in a unique extracurricular activity or creating a community project – our grants are here to support you. With awards up to $1,000, we're committed to helping you transform your aspirations into achievements.

• Business and Entrepreneurial Development: For aspiring young entrepreneurs.
• Community Impact: For youth making a difference in their communities.
• Educational Achievement: For academic programs, competitions, or training.
• Extracurricular Investment: For activities that align with personal growth and the Acorn2Oak mission.

Call the center or click here to reserve your seat at The Tutoring Center in Birmingham. Space is limited!

• 11th graders must take the M-Step, digital SAT, and WorkKeys
• 10th graders will take the digital PSAT 10
• 9th graders will take the digital PSAT 9

Students do not need to register for these exams at BHS in April. More information to come in January! Read more about Michigan Merit Exam testing here.

• September - December 2024, immediate need for volunteers at Habitat for Humanity ReStores. Year-round needs as well.
• ReStore Locations: 3653 Highland Rd. Waterford, MI 48328 or 28575 Grand River Ave. Farmington Hills, MI 48336
• Email: Email Marilynn Rowe at Volunteer@habitatoakland.org to volunteer!
• Website: https://www.habitatoakland.org/

To volunteer in ReStores:

• Youth under the age of 15 must have a guardian/parent over 21 years of age volunteer with them.
• Youth under the age of 18 must submit a copy of our Parental Consent for Medical Authorization signed by a parent/guardian.

Detroit Zoo’s upcoming Teen Conservation Summit, an exciting opportunity for young environmentalists to engage in meaningful conservation work!

Event Details:

• Date: November 9th
• Time: 9 am-5 pm
• Location: Detroit Zoo

What to Expect: The Teen Conservation Summit is designed for students who are passionate about the environment and eager to make a difference. During this day-long event, participants will:

• Connect with conservation experts and like-minded peers
• Participate in interactive workshops and hands-on activities
• Learn about current conservation challenges and innovative solutions
• Develop their own conservation projects to implement in their schools or communities

Why Attend? This summit is not only an educational experience but also an opportunity for students to grow as leaders in their communities. By attending, they will:

• Gain a deeper understanding of global and local conservation issues
• Enhance critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Receive guidance on how to turn their passion for conservation into actionable projects

Who Should Attend? We encourage participation from high school students who are interested in environmental science, biology, or any related field. Whether they are seasoned conservation advocates or just beginning their journey, this summit will provide valuable insights and inspiration.

How to Register: Registration is easy! Simply visit https://detroitzoo.org/events/teen-conservation-summit/ to sign up your students. Please note that spaces are limited, so we encourage early registration to secure your spot.

If you have any questions or need additional information, please feel free to reach out to us at education@dzs.org

Four Seasons Garden Center & Custom Landscape Services is currently looking for an Operations Assistant to join our team and to assist the Operations Coordinator with daily operations.

www.fourseasonsgardencenter.com

Parents, you and your 7 through 12 graders are invited to a real-life legal experience! The two sessions occur in local courtrooms and will offer an interactive way to learn about the legal system and the consequences of breaking the law. Join us from 6:30 pm to 8:00 pm for both sessions:

• Sept. 24th at Oak Park District Court
• Oct. 22nd at Berkley District Court

If you are a parent residing in Oakland County and interested in learning more about the topics listed below, we invite you to register for one of our virtual workshops by scanning the QR codes provided. Each session is 45-60 minutes long and conveniently held online. Additionally, we will be offering our support group again this fall, specifically designed for parents of elementary-aged children. This in-person group will meet bi-weekly for five weeks in both Auburn Hills and Walled Lake.

• Anxiety and Depression Workshop Registration
• Trauma Education for Caregivers Workshop Registration
• ACES Workshop Registration
• IEP/504 Workshop Registration
• Parents Supporting Parents Group Registration

The Oakland Community Health Network (OCHN) Mental Health School Navigators are Behavioral Health Professionals that provide outreach and resources to Schools in Oakland County. Their goal is to reduce barriers to mental health services which sometimes includes financial difficulties.

OCHN’s Mental Health School Navigators can provide families with a financial reimbursement resource that provides up to $2000 per household to help cover co-pays and deductibles by a qualified mental health professional, such as for therapy or psychiatry.

These funds are available to any Oakland County student. For more information and to be considered for the reimbursement, complete this form.

• 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, Class of '28 R-Z)
• Schedule an appointment with Mrs. Belsky (College + Career Counselor)

BHS students grades 9-12 have been added to the "College + Career Center" course in Schoology. New and 9th grade students will be added during the first week of school.

In this course, students will have access to info on colleges, careers, jobs, etc. Counseling Department events, important 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 2025 - R8HQ-9D83-XX2XQ
• Class of 2026 - K82D-N48J-93NTM
• Class of 2027 - Q92Z-K9B2-WWGGJ
• Class of 2028 - GBCR-G893-B9K6T

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• Meeting with your counselor
• Mental health resources
• BHS course information/schedules
• Life after BHS! (college, jobs, careers, scholarships, financial aid)
• Calendar of upcoming BHS Counseling events