Friendly reminder to all BHAS families, Wednesday, September 24th will be an early release day. Elementary-level students will be dismissed at noon. Secondary-level students will be dismissed at 11 am.
The BHAS Board of Education is holding a board meeting on September 23rd 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
🦷 Free Dental Care for BHAS Students!
We're partnering with Michigan Dental Outreach to provide dental services at no cost to our families. All insurance is accepted, including Medicaid and MIChild. A low-cost self-pay option is available for those without insurance.
📅 Dates & Locations:
DEC: Oct 3 | 12:30 – 3:30 p.m.
MLK: Sept 30 – Oct 2
FPE: Oct 6–7
FPMS: Oct 8–9
BHHS & CAPE: Oct 3 | 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Use the following link for more information and to sign up: https://www.myschooldentist.com/.
September is Attendance Awareness Month, and at Benton Harbor Area Schools, we know that Every Day Matters! 🍎✏️
Showing up every day helps students build strong habits, stay engaged in class, and prepare for a successful future. Let's work together to make attendance a priority for all our students.
You can learn more about our attendance expectations by visiting: www.bhas.org/attendance
#AttendanceAwarenessMonth #EveryDayMatters #TigerNation
Classes will resume on Monday, September, 15. Have a great weekend!
The next Chat & Chew will be on Wednesday, September 24 at the Boys & Girls Club Youth Fettig Campus and is open to the entire community! Students, alumni, families, and supporters of BHAS are encouraged to join us.
This is your space to:
✨ Share your ideas directly with Superintendent Dr. Griffin
✨ Learn about what’s happening in our schools right now
✨ Voice your concerns and challenges, as well as your hopes for the future
✨ Ask questions, get answers, and hear honest updates
We want to hear it all—the good, the tough, and the real. Together we can keep moving our Tiger community forward. 💬🐅
The BHAS Board of Education is holding a board meeting on September 9th, 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
Date: Thursday, September 11, 2025
Time: 4:30 PM – 6:00 PM
Location: FPMS Gym – 120 East Napier Avenue
Fair Plain Middle School invites all students, families, and staff to join us for a fun-filled evening of games, laughter, and friendly competition at our Game Night event!
This year’s theme is “All Things Add Up!”, and we have an exciting lineup of activities planned for everyone:
🎮 Parents vs. Students Challenges
🃏 Card Games & Board Games
⏱️ Minute Math Competitions
🥤 Refreshments
✨ And so much more!
Come out, test your skills, and enjoy an evening of family fun and community spirit. Whether you’re competing, cheering, or just hanging out, Game Night promises to be an event you won’t want to miss!
📢 Mark your calendars and bring the whole family!
We can’t wait to see you there!
Hello FPMS families!
Don’t forget to check out this week’s school newsletter for important updates, upcoming events, and fun highlights from our students. You can find it online at bhas.org or in your email. Thanks for staying connected with Tiger Nation!
#FPMS #TIGERPRIDE
It’s Week 2, and we are off to a fantastic start! We just want to remind you how proud we are of the effort you all put in last week. This is a brand-new week — a chance to set new goals, push yourself a little further, and keep growing.
Remember, success doesn’t happen overnight — it’s built through positive attitudes, consistent effort, and showing up every day ready to learn. Let’s focus, work hard, and make this week even better than the last.
You are capable, you are prepared, and you are destined for greatness. Let’s make Week 2 amazing — together, we’ve got this!
#FPMS #TigerPride
🎉 Congratulations to Superintendent Dr. Simone Griffin! 🎉
We're proud to share that our very own Dr. Simone Griffin has been named a 2025 PDK International Distinguished Educator.
The Phi Delta Kappa International fellows program recognizes outstanding educators from across the nation who are innovators, thought leaders, and problem-solvers in education. As part of this prestigious fellowship, Dr. Griffin will collaborate with national education leaders on real-world challenges, contribute to Kappan magazine and podcast content, and work alongside students from the organization's Educators Rising program.
PDK’s Fellows program highlights educators who are shaping the future of education through leadership and innovation. Dr. Griffin’s selection is a testament to her unwavering commitment to excellence and her passion for creating brighter opportunities for all students.
Please join us in celebrating Dr. Griffin on this remarkable honor! 👏
#InspireBrilliance #OwnYourFuture
🌟 Pop Out & Meet the Principal! 🌟
📅 Date: Thursday, August 28, 2025
🕒 Time: 4:30 p.m. - 6 p.m.
📍 Location: Fair Plain Middle School - 120 E. Napier Ave., Benton Harbor, MI 49022
Join us for an exciting Meet and Greet: Open House with our principal! 🎉
This is your chance to:
✨ Get to know our school leadership
✨ Tour the campus and classrooms
✨ Learn about upcoming programs and events
✨ Connect with teachers, staff, and other families
We’re building a stronger school community, and we want YOU to be part of it!
Snacks and refreshments will be provided. 🍎
Don’t miss it — let’s make this school year the best one yet!🐯
The BHAS Board of Education is holding a board meeting on August 26th, 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
The halls are buzzing, the classrooms are ready, and we couldn’t be more excited to welcome you back for another amazing school year! 🌟
This year is full of new opportunities to learn, grow, and make unforgettable memories. Whether you’re meeting new friends, discovering your passions, or taking on fresh challenges, we’re here to support you every step of the way.
✨ What to Look Forward To:
- Engaging lessons and exciting projects
- Fun school events and activities
- A community that celebrates your achievements
- Endless opportunities to learn and succeed
Let’s make this school year one to remember — together, we’ll achieve great things! 🧡
Welcome back, and let’s get ready to shine! 🐯
We are two days away from starting another amazing school year here at BHAS! Let us introduce you to your principals for this exciting year:
- Principal Patterson, Discovery Enrichment Center
- Principal Rockette, Martin Luther King Jr. Elementary
-Principal Wright, Fair Plain East Elementary
-Prinicpal Alexander, Fair Plain Middle
-Principal Morant, Benton Harbor High
-Principal Roseburg, Career & Alternative Pathways to Education Center
We can't wait to see you on Monday, August 25, 2025! Just a reminder, the first day will be an early release day. Middle school and high school students will be dismissed at 11:00. Elementary students will be dismissed at 12:00. #TigerPride
📚✨ 3 days until the first day of school! Dr. Griffin shares a special message as we kick off the 2025–26 school year. Let’s make it the best year yet! 🐯
🎥 https://youtu.be/Ntr6t1UOqQg
#InspireBrilliance #OwnYourFuture
⏰ Only 4 days until the first day of school 🐯✨
Bus routes for the 2025–26 school year are now available!
🚌 Find your child’s stop and pickup/drop-off times at www.bhas.org/transportation
