Madison/Preparatory High Newsletter
CIS MHS/MES Mentorship Program
Our Eagles Mentors met their mentees at MES on Tuesday! They were warmly welcomed by Ms. Smith, CIS Student Support Coordinator at the elementary, who prepared a great lunch and treats for this introductory and welcome session.
Our students went through an initial training the week before hosted by Ms. Haïette. Mentors to be Chloe, Scar, Antonio, Adam, Keshon, and returning mentor Angel brainstormed on what makes a good mentor. We reviewed essential rules and tips to always keep in mind when mentoring, and enjoyed hearing Scar's experience as a camp counselor.
Our mentors met with their little mentees: Zoey, Darien, Linkin, Oliver, Kerrigan, Kyzer and Chase. We introduced each other, and connected through fun activities, including a Skittles Getting To Know You game. This program will occur biweekly on Tuesdays during A lunch and part of 4th hour, as long as our mentors continue to daily showcase how amazing they are. We're very excited and proud to have our Eagles support our Eaglets and help them be the best version of themselves!
7th Hour / Tutoring - Tuesdays and Thursdays
Ms. Sandy, our returning CIS Math tutor will help our students during 7th hour on Thursdays, and Sergeant Wynne will often help out our team on some Tuesdays. Thank you to our amazing volunteers for giving their time to support our students! We're grateful to have you!
Students with a credit recovery goal who attend at least 80% of 7th hour will monthly be rewarded with pizza, compliments of our Communities in Schools partner!
Art Expressions
The past two weeks have been filled with creativity by our Eagles in their Art Expressions sessions. Last week students created 'All About Me Jigsaw Puzzles' with different textures and colors and labeled each piece with an interest or hobby they enjoy. This week students worked on detailed drawings of their Spirit Animals, choosing one animal or creature that most inspires them.
Trunk or Treat 10/31
The MDPS PTSCOs Trunk or Treat is happening on Halloween and WMS @ 9am and MHS @ 10am !!!
Looking for candy donations as well as parents/family/community members to decorate their vehicles' trunks and pass out candy
Contact our MDPS PTSCO President Rebecca Chambliss to volunteer! rebecca.chambliss@madisondistrict.org
Student Heart Check Screening 11/02
Corewell Health will be providing a Free Student Heart Check screening Saturday, November 2nd at Ferndale High School from 9am - 1pm. Appointments are available to the public for any student aged 13-18
The screening provides a blood pressure check, EKG, cardiac health and history, and focused Echo with Corewell Cardiologists for free. Students also learn hands only CPR and how to use an AED.
The next event will be at West Bloomfield High School on February 1st
Detroit Regional Dollars for Scholars
Class of 2027 Families:
Our sophomore Eagles have the opportunity to apply to the Detroit Regional Dollars for Scholars program!
For over 30 years, the program has partnered with 16 schools across Macomb, Monroe, Oakland, Washtenaw, and Wayne counties. DRDFS has awarded scholarships exceeding $3 million to more than 1,700 students since 1990, and the alumni network grows each year. Learn more about the program at: https://drdfs.org
Class of 2025 Families:
*FAFSA: Colleges and career schools use the FAFSA form to determine how much financial aid your student is eligible to receive, which could include grants, scholarships, and loans. While the window for completion does not open until December 1st, creation of your FSA ID can be done ahead of time and a FAFSA checklist is available for reference.
FSA ID creation - federal student aid website - & FAFSA checklist
*Michigan Achievement Scholarships: These scholarships are designed to help recent high school graduates in Michigan receive funds for continuing education. Eligible students could receive financial aid to attend a college or university with the Michigan Achievement Scholarship, or for a career training program with the Michigan Achievement Skills Scholarship.
- Informational Sessions: Students and families are encouraged to join us for a virtual informational session to learn more about the Michigan Achievement Scholarship. Register for a session: October 22 at 12:30 p.m., October 22 at 6:30 p.m., November 13 at 6:30 p.m., November 26 at 6:30 p.m. or December 10 at 6:30 p.m.
Class of 2026 and 2027: Oakland Schools Technical Campus Programming 25/26
Any current sophomore or junior Eagles interested in OSTC for the 25/26 school year may attend the upcoming Career Night:
Oakland Schools Technical Campus Career Night: January 16, 2025 @ 4:30-7:30pm
https://www.ostconline.com/southeast/career-night
OSTC will also be visiting MHS in the Winter for a presentation and students may sign up to tour the OSTC campus during the school day at that presentation
Open House: Explore Careers
- Automotive Technology
- Collision Repair & Refinishing
- Computer Programming
- Construction Technology
- Criminal Justice
- Culinary Arts & Hospitality
- Cybersecurity Networking
- Energy-Electrical Technology
- Engineering, Robotics & Mechatronics
- Entrepreneurship & Advanced Marketing
- Graphic Communication and Design
- Health Sciences
- Welding
October Events
FAMILY FUN
- Saturday, October 26th:
*Truck or Treat, MH Recreation, Civic Center Park, MH (1-3pm)
*Trunk or Treat, brought by Youth For Christ, Hazel Park (1-3pm).
*Trunk or treat, hosted by Central Oaks Community Church, Royal Oak (3:30pm)
*Trick or Treat, Oakland County Farmers Market, Waterford (9am-1pm)
- Sunday, October 27th:
*1st Annual Trunk or Treat, presented by Concord Market, MH (3-5pm)
*4th Annual Trunk or Treat, presented by E-Community Outreach Services, UWM Sports Complex Pontiac (5pm-7pm). Registration required at: Oct 27 Halloween Event
- Wednesday, October 30th:
13th Annual Angels Nights Fun Fest, Trunk or Treat, Pontiac (5-8pm)
*Little Guide Detroit: Your guide for free family fun in the Metro Detroit area
Family Supports and Resources
- Tutoring: Every other Saturday: Math and Science free tutoring, Pontiac Public Library. Registration at pont@pontiaclibrary.org
- Buyer's Assistance Program, Oakland County Treasurer's Office. More info at: Buyer's Assistance Program
- The Michigan Secretary of State Mobile Office is coming to the Parent Empowerment Center in Waterford on November 25. Call (248) 622-4334 Mon thru Fri 10am-3pm to book a visit to complete your Secretary of State transactions.
- Consumer Reports: New Research Tool available with your MH Library card. More info at: Digital Library & Online Resources | Madison Heights, MI
Volunteering Opportunities:
- Volunteer with Lighthouse. More info and registration at: Volunteer with Lighthouse
- Volunteer with Madison Heights Public Library! Volunteens is every last Thursday of the month! Get recorded volunteer hours, a snack and help our library!
- Volunteer with Oakland Literacy Council. Next Session is October 29th. Schedule an info session at: Oakland Literacy Council online info sessions. More info at: Become a Tutor
