• Acorn2Oak Youth Grant Program
• Oakland U Honors College Event
• Paying for College Information Sessions hosted by OCC
  
• FAFSA Step-by-Step video demo from University of San Francisco
• BHS Local Scholarship Application!
• OCC Pre-Apprenticeship Virtual Info Sessions
• QuestBridge College Prep Scholars Program - juniors
  
• Oakland County Parks is hiring!
• june + december in Berkley is hiring!
• La Collection by Cotton’n Things in Royal Oak is hiring!
  

📣You can find these lists (and more) in the College + Career Course in Schoology!

📣 And on the BHS Counseling website!

2/14 - Careers in the Mortgage Industry Info Session, 10:30 AM - sign up!

2/14 - FAFSA Help Workshop for Senior Families (Virtual) 6:30 PM - sign up!
2/15 - CASA Informational Meeting in LMC at 10:30 AM - sign up!

2/15 - US Marine Corps Info Table at lunch

2/16 - LATE AP Exam Registration + Cancellation deadline

2/26 - OFFICIAL Driving School Info Table @lunch

Click on image or here to attend!

LATE AP Exam registration deadline is February 16th. Students should register via Total Registration.

Students who would like to cancel their registration, may do so for a partial refund ($40 unused test fee). Students may cancel via Total Registration.

Acorn2Oak Youth Grant Program

The Acorn2Oak program is seeking passionate young individuals ages 8-18 eager to make a difference. Whether you’re aspiring to launch a business, excel in a competition, or engage in a unique activity, we’re here to support your journey. Grants can be used for business and entrepreneurial development, community impact, educational achievement, and extracurricular investment. Apply now and take the first step towards your aspirations!

Application Link. The current award cycle deadline for applications is March 15, 2024.

BHS is proud to offer teacher-led academic support after school in the LMC!

This free service is open to BHS students struggling in English, Math, Science, Social Studies or Spanish classes. No need to sign-up, just drop in after school!

Free program for upcoming college students. Learn what college is like. This 2 week program will help prepare you for college level courses, help prepare for the college experience, and more!

You do not have to be a future Schoolcraft student to join!

The MAT2 Apprenticeship Program presents an alternative to a traditional four-year university degree. As educators, you are in a unique position to introduce your students to all available options. MAT² can provide a debt-free path that leads them to a career in a high-demand field. Click to learn more.

MAT² Network Companies are gearing up for the 2024 hiring season, and we would like to share available career opportunities with debt-free education and on-the-job experience for your (prospective) graduates!

Seniors are invited to Henry Ford College for an Interview Day. They will be able to connect with MAT² Network Companies and learn about apprenticeship opportunities in 2024.

When: April 6, 2024, 10 am - 2pm

• Prospective apprentices will hear from our network companies, including Brose, SW Machines, EMAG and Durr Systems.
• Those interested will have the chance to do short interviews with company representatives.
• Parents/legal guardians are welcome to attend.

Register here for HFC Interview Day!

Dear Class of 2024 students and families,

As you may have heard, Federal Student Aid has released a new timeline that will impact when students will receive college award packages. Right now, it is anticipated that colleges will not receive the FAFSA data until mid-March, therefore they will not be able to send financial aid packages to students until late March or early April.

We know that this may cause you to delay your final decisions for next school year. Colleges and universities recognize the impact that this may have on you and continue to figure out ways to address/support these changes. You may hear from colleges soon. BHS Counselors have put together some things you can do while you wait:

• First, file the FAFSA! Although there is a delay, the sooner you file the sooner you will receive an award letter. Note: FAFSA is running inconsistently on Chromebooks.

• If possible, students/families should use a computer other than a Chromebook or smartphone.

• Register to attend the BHS FAFSA Help Virtual Workshop on February 14th at 6:30 PM!

• Create a MISSG (MI Student Scholarships and Grants) Student Portal account.

• Visit colleges that you have been accepted to or that you are interested in.

• Get a feel for the campus to make sure you have information that will help you with your final decision. Be sure to check out the programs you are interested in studying. Ask to sit in on a course, talk with an advisor, professor, and/or current student in your intended major!

• Use the FSA Student Aid Estimator to determine potential aid and compare it to actual college costs (using Net Price Calculator) as you begin to think about final college decisions.

• Research and apply for scholarships!

• Use this list or check out the BHS Scholarships List! This list is updated regularly and includes financial aid information, scholarship tips and resources!

• All scholarship providers should understand that they will not have FAFSA submission summaries until mid-March. They can produce evidence of FAFSA completion if necessary.

• Attend virtual webinars about financing college through MiStudentAid to learn more about various opportunities, such as the Michigan Achievement Scholarship. Register and you will receive the recording even if you are not attending live.

• If you are having challenges with the FAFSA form

• Live Chat and/or email customerservice@studentaid.gov.

• Providing screenshots of issues in the email is helpful!

For BHS Seniors and their families (virtually via Zoom). Sign up here!

1. Create your studentaid.gov login credentials more than 24 hours prior to completing the FAFSA.

2. All those contributing to a FAFSA (parent/guardian) will create a separate studentaid.gov login! Usernames and passwords are not shared. If parents are divorced, the parent who provides 51% of financial support will need a login. If that parent is also remarried, the stepparent will need their own login as well.

3. Record your login information on Step One of the FAFSA Worksheet.

4. Review the FAFSA Checklist for a list of items necessary to complete the FAFSA.

Money Matters! That is why Admissions has teamed up with the Financial Aid Office to offer Paying for College Information Sessions.

• Thursday, Feb 15, 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM - VIRTUAL
• Wednesday, Mar 13, 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM - AUBURN HILLS campus
• Wednesday, Mar 20, 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM - ROYAL OAK campus

The following topics will be discussed:

• FAFSA Tips
• Documents required to complete your financial aid application
• How to check your financial aid status
• Scholarship Opportunities
• Payment Plans

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
  
  

February 15, 2024 at 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.

March 14, 2024 at 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.

April 18, 2024 at 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.

Are you not able to attend any of the sessions? You can view a recording of the presentation.

• File a current year Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA): Completed (submitted, completed, and verified).
• Demonstrate financial need when they complete the FAFSA—by having a Student Aid Index (SAI) of $30,000 or less.

In addition to the financial need eligibility requirements, students must meet all program eligibility requirements.

Come learn from a mortgage professional about careers in the mortgage industry. Interested students should sign up to attend here!

Applying to college can seem daunting, and the prospect of paying for it can seem even more overwhelming. But it doesn’t have to be. The College Prep Scholars Program equips high-achieving high school juniors from low-income backgrounds with the knowledge, confidence, and resources to apply to top colleges.

The 2024 College Prep Scholars Program is now open! The deadline is Wednesday, March 20. Start your application today >>

Why apply as a junior? Being a College Prep Scholar is a notable distinction that shows our college partners that you are a competitive candidate for admission. In addition, your application will automatically carry over for the National College Match when you’re a senior, giving you a head start on applying for a full four-year scholarship to our college partners. College Prep Scholars are almost six times more likely than other applicants to receive full four-year scholarships through the National College Match.

Awards for College Prep Scholars may include:

• A full scholarship to a college summer program hosted by Emory, UChicago, Yale, and more.
• Quest for Excellence Awards, such as $1,000 for a new laptop or other resources to help the student enhance their college application.
• Exclusive access to a QuestBridge National College Admissions Conference — an invite-only event featuring workshops and a college fair with our college partners.
• Exclusive college essay workshop.
• Campus visits or other opportunities from QuestBridge college partners.
• Specialized guidance and resources for the college application process.
• Peer-to-peer support in an online community

Girls Who Code Summer Programs Flyer

Girls Who Code’s Free Virtual Summer Programs Overview

• Our free virtual summer programs are open to current 9th-12th graders who identify as girls or non-binary. Any coding experience level is welcome!
• In addition to our free programs, we offer a financial support grant of up to $300 to support students who might otherwise earn a summer income, and laptop and hotspot access for eligible students.
• This year, students can choose to learn new coding skills in game design, web design, cybersecurity, or data science and artificial intelligence! As they build computer science skills, students will learn about the many diverse careers in tech through virtual events with professionals in the field.

• Students receive priority consideration if they apply at girlswhocode.com/summerapply by February 14, 2024. Regular-decision applications are due by March 22, 2024.

A committee of high school staff members will review all applications and award scholarships based upon achievement, financial need, citizenship and by the criteria outlined by the community organizations granting scholarships. Awards will be announced to the student recipients during the week of June 3, 2024. The application deadline is Friday, April 12, 2024.

What's inside...

• Financial Aid Information
• Financial Aid from the state of MI
• FAFSA
• Scholarship Tips + Tricks
• Scholarships for All Grades
• Scholarships for Juniors
• Scholarships for Seniors (organized by due date)

Prep Workshop at the Macomb ISD!

This workshop will:

• Show you the exact format of the test and the types of questions to expect on each section of
• the test
• Teach you specific SAT and testing strategies
• Give you practice with pacing
• Show how to access practice tests and answer keys that you can use at home

Registration is mandatory and limited, so please register online today by visiting: events.misd.net, type "Student SAT Prep" into Search bar.

February 3rd, March 9th, or March 16th

• Registration/Check-in begins at 7:30am
• Session will begin promptly at 8:00am.
• 8:00am – 2:00pm

Location:

Macomb Intermediate School District 44001 Garfield Road Clinton Township, MI 48038

MISD - Room 100B, located near the south entrance.

Fee*:

*Credit cards accepted ONLY at time of online registration

$50.00 --- Macomb County Students | $75.00 --- Out of County Students (Registration includes lunch)

Responsibilities:

• Assist customers in finding and selecting merchandise.

• Provide exceptional customer service to ensure a positive shopping experience.

• Maintain a tidy and organized store environment.

• Process transactions accurately and efficiently.

• Keep up-to-date on product knowledge and promotions.

• Collaborate with team members to achieve sales goals.

Requirements:

• Previous sales experience in a retail environment preferred.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to work weekends and some weekdays.

• Detail-oriented with a focus on providing excellent customer service.

• Passion for fashion and women’s clothing.

Benefits:

• Competitive hourly wage.

• Employee discounts on merchandise.

• Opportunities for advancement within the company.

• Supportive and collaborative work environment.

How to Apply:

Please send your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your relevant experience and availability to cottonnthings@comcast.net.

La Collection by Cotton’n Things

405 S Main Street Royal Oak, MI 48067 248-250-8032

Are you energetic, enjoy working with children, love fun events and looking for a great work environment? Fascination Factory is a children's indoor playspace located in the rail district of Birmingham and we're looking to add team members to our staff. We offer open-play, birthday parties, camps & more. We're looking to add members to our team who are seeking afternoon and weekend hours. It is the perfect job for a high schooler seeking early childhood experience.

Reach out to Director of Operations Meredith by emailing meredith@fascinationfactory.com or call/text 248.736.1197 to learn more about this opportunity.

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)
• 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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