Students enrolled in summer school? Find their bus stop and times on our website: https://www.bhas.org/o/bhas/page/summer-school-2026
1 day ago, Benton Harbor Area Schools
Graphic with the bhas tiger logo and a school bus and a sun behind the tiger logo. The words "summer school bus routes are available on the bhas website" are in orange.
Today is an exciting day as we celebrate our 8th Graders and honor their academic achievements. Join us for their Moving On Ceremony at 6pm today at Fair Plain Middle School! #TigerPride
11 days ago, Benton Harbor Area Schools
Fair Plain Middle School's 8th grade moving on ceremoney happening today at 6pm, Doors open at 5:30pm in the schools gymnasium at 120 east napier ave.
Every Day STILL Matters! We hope our classrooms will remain full for our last two days of school. As a reminder: Tuesday, June 2nd is an Early Release Day. All schools will follow an early dismissal schedule. Wednesday, June 3rd is the Last Day of School and will also be an early release day. We congratulate our students on all their accomplishments this year!
11 days ago, Benton Harbor Area Schools
graphic reminder from Benton Harbor Area Schools on an orange sunburst background. A tiger paw is visible in the bottom left corner. The text reads: "REMINDER. June 2: Early Release Day. June 3: Last Day of School." The BHAS logo is at the bottom.
We are incredibly proud of our middle school band at Fair Plain Middle School for an amazing Spring Performance!
"I am so proud of my middle school musicians for their performance last night! They’ve been working very hard to perform for the community and their hard work definitely paid off. We even had some brave students volunteer to play solos or duets for the concert, which takes some guts to do! " - Ms. Ledezma

Keep up the great work and continue making us proud! #TigerPride
11 days ago, Benton Harbor Area Schools
Fair Plain Middle School Band had their spring concert where students played their instuments that included clarinets, trumpets, saxophones, percussion, and trombone. Led by band director Ms. Ledezma.
Fair Plain Middle School Band had their spring concert where students played solos and duets.
Fair Plain Middle School Band had their spring concert where students played solos and duets.
Fair Plain Middle School Band had their spring concert where students played solos and duets.
Fair Plain Middle School Band had their spring concert where students played solos and duets.
Fair Plain Middle School Band had their spring concert where students played solos and duets.
Fair Plain Middle School Band had their spring concert where students played solos and duets.
Fair Plain Middle School Band had their spring concert where students played solos and duets.
In observance of Memorial Day, we join the nation in honoring the men and women who lost their lives while serving in the United States Armed Forces. We remember their sacrifice and service to our country.
19 days ago, Benton Harbor Area Schools
An image for Memorial Day featuring the "Benton Harbor Area Schools" (BHAS) logo. The design includes a patriotic banner with blue and red-striped pennants at the top, the words "MEMORIAL DAY" in large, white letters in the center, and red, blue, and gray stars scattered at the bottom. The background is blue with an American flag.

We are so proud to celebrate these five dedicated students from Fair Plain East and MLK Jr. Elementary who have achieved perfect attendance from the first day of school through April.

Congratulations to Kaliam Williams, Asia Bethea, William Bethea, Mario Eslava and Eniyah Jackson. By being in the classroom every day, these students are proving to the Tiger community that on the path to excellence, Every Day Matters.


Let’s celebrate their consistency and hard work. Every Day Matters!

about 1 month ago, Benton Harbor Area Schools
A black graphic titled "Perfect Attendance Stars" featuring five orange tiger paw prints. Each paw print lists a student's name and school: Kaliam Williams (FPE), and Asia Bethea, William Bethea, Mario Eslava, and Eniyah Jackson (MLK).
Join us for an exciting night of music and joy at our Middle School's Band Spring Performance. The performance will be May 28 at 6pm in the Gym. See you there!
about 1 month ago, Soledad Martinez
join us for an evening of music and support of your fpms musicians on May 28 at 6pm.
This week, we are honoring the incredible educators who go above and beyond to support our students’ growth and success. Please join us in showing your appreciation by encouraging your child to write a thank-you card or share a kind word with their teacher.
about 1 month ago, Benton Harbor Area Schools
Teacher Appreciation Week
May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and at BHAS, we are committed to supporting the emotional well-being of our students and staff. Our district is here as a resource for your family, providing the tools and counseling support needed to ensure every Tiger feels safe, seen and supported. Remember that it is always okay to ask for help!
about 1 month ago, Benton Harbor Area Schools
May is Mental Health Month
The BHAS Board of Education is holding a Work Session Meeting on Tuesday, April 28th, in the Benton Harbor High School Library. The meeting will begin at 6 p.m. and will also be live-streamed on Zoom. You are invited to join using the following link: http://bit.ly/43hSJ3w
about 2 months ago, Benton Harbor Area Schools
BHAS Board of Education Meeting on April 28th at 6pm
Great news! The Online Registration Form for Summer School 2026 is now available: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc8zQVNy_r5IP4DXkgiZZPfv8PoqAVBEq01IgjDOS8NtrlOBg/viewform?usp=header

Please fill out the form to sign your students up for classes beginning Monday, June 15th and ending on Thursday, July 23rd, from 8:30 am to 12:30 pm. The program will run face-to-face with breakfast and lunch provided on-site.

Students in grades K - 5 will meet at Fair Plain East Elementary School, and students 6 - 12 will meet at Fair Plain Middle School.

Please email brenda.matthews@bhas.org if you have any questions or need further clarification.

about 2 months ago, Benton Harbor Area Schools
Summer School Registration is open!
🏡 Thinking about buying a home? Start here!

Join us for the Project T Home Buyers Session and get everything you need to take the next step toward homeownership in a relaxed, welcoming environment.

✨ What to expect:
• Meet local lenders, housing counselors, and our team
• Learn the step-by-step process to owning a home
• Explore down payment assistance & grant opportunities
• Review site plans, pricing, and timelines

📍 Location: Fair Plain Middle School
120 W. Napier Ave., Benton Harbor, MI
📅 Date: Wednesday, April 29, 2026
⏰ Doors open at 4:30 PM | Session starts at 5:00 PM

💰 Homes starting at $173,990
💡 Down payment assistance available!

🔗 Register now: projecttbentonharbor.com
📞 Questions? Call 269-291-0470

Don’t miss this opportunity to turn your homeownership goals into reality!
about 2 months ago, Trevin Alexander
Project T
The BHAS Board of Education is holding its Regular Monthly Session on Tuesday, April 14th, in the Benton Harbor High School Library. The meeting will begin at 6 p.m. and will also be live-streamed on Zoom. You are invited to join using the following link: http://bit.ly/43hSJ3w
2 months ago, Benton Harbor Area Schools
The BHAS Board of Education is holding their monthly board meeting April 14th at 6pm in the high school library.
Fair Plain Middle School – Important Testing Update

Dear Families,

We would like to share important information regarding our upcoming Spring Benchmark State Testing. Testing will take place on the following dates:

🗓️ Testing Dates:
• April 14, 2026 - 8th Grade Only
• April 15, 2026 - 6th & 7th Grade Only
• April 21, 2026 - 8th Grade Only

These assessments are an important opportunity for students to demonstrate their learning and growth throughout the school year.

⏰ Important Reminder:
All students must arrive on time on testing days. Students will not be admitted after 8:30 AM, as testing will already be in progress.

💻 Asynchronous Learning Days:
• 6th & 7th Grade: April 14 & April 21
• 8th Grade: April 15

Students will receive assignments on asynchronous days and are expected to complete and submit them the following day for credit.

✅ How to Support Your Student:
• Ensure they get 8–10 hours of sleep
• Provide a healthy breakfast
• Encourage a positive mindset
• Limit screen time the night before testing

We appreciate your partnership in helping our students feel prepared and confident.

Thank you for your continued support!

#FairPlainMiddle #TestingReady #StudentSuccess
2 months ago, Trevin Alexander
Balancing academics with athletics requires an incredible amount of discipline and heart. Today, we salute our student-athletes who give 100 percent in the classroom before they ever step onto the court or field. They represent the resilience and spirit of BHAS in everything they do. Go Tigers!
2 months ago, Benton Harbor Area Schools
A Benton Harbor Area Schools graphic celebrating National Student Athlete Day with a black-and-white photo of a basketball player and the text "GO TIGERS!"
Wishing a joyful and peaceful Easter to all of our families celebrating today. We hope your day is filled with reflection, community and time with your loved ones. Enjoy the holiday, Tiger Nation!
2 months ago, Benton Harbor Area Schools
An orange and yellow graphic with bunny and tiger ears, featuring the message "Happy Easter. Love, BHAS" below a garland of Easter eggs.
We hope you had a restful and rejuvenating spring break and are ready to finish the year out strong! We are so excited to see our hallways buzzing with energy again as we head into the final stretch of the school year.

Make sure those alarms are set: school is back in session this Monday, April 6. Every Day Matters as we work toward a strong finish, and we can't wait to see you all!
2 months ago, Benton Harbor Area Schools
A Benton Harbor Area Schools graphic on a black background announcing that students return to school on April 6, with the phrase "Every Day Matters."
Today is World Autism Acceptance Day. At Benton Harbor Area Schools, we take pride in building a school culture that truly sees, hears and values all students. We’re grateful for our dedicated staff and families who work year-round to ensure every student has the tools to thrive.
2 months ago, Benton Harbor Area Schools
Graphic for World Autism Acceptance Day on April 2, 2026, featuring the Benton Harbor Area Schools logo against an orange background with decorative clouds.
Our next "Woman of Impact" spotlight is City Commissioner Sharon Henderson, who has served the residents of Benton Harbor for over 13 years. A dedicated champion for our neighborhoods, Sharon has led countless citywide clean-ups and community initiatives aimed at building local pride. Join us in celebrating Sharon—a driving force behind the initiatives that enhance the beauty of our city.
3 months ago, Benton Harbor Area Schools
Sharon Henderson, Benton Harbor City Commissioner, featured for Women’s History Month with a quote about representation and leadership.
Our next Tigress spotlight is Cindy L. Goodson, the Family and Community Engagement Specialist for Benton Harbor High School. A Benton Harbor alum, Cindy has led several initiatives for the community, including Peace4Life Leadership Academy, the Empowered Parent Coalition, and the annual Peace Day Community Reunion. Join us in celebrating Cindy and her profound impact on the BHAS community!
3 months ago, Benton Harbor Area Schools
Cindy L. Goodson, BHHS Family and Community Engagement Specialist, featured for Women’s History Month with a quote on representation and impact.