ON A POSITIVE VOTE: It was Election Day today for next year's student government at BJSHS, as grades 5 through 11 did their part to participate in democracy. Our returning champions were the qualified volunteers running the show to make the experience as official-feeling as possible, so special thanks to these election experts for making it all work: Judy Brubaker, Vicki Richardson, Katery Stoike, Shelle Brubaker, Deb Bergman, Kerry Lang and Constance Thurlow-White. #DemocracyBJSHSStyle
HOOT LOOP: By now, we know the drill at BES. Every year about now as we study our way through bird season, we get a return visit from the owl-expert husband-and-wife team of Joe and Barb Rogers of the Wildlife Recovery Association. As usual, the Rogerses brought several feathered friends with them, along with a ton of owl knowledge for the kids. And as usual, it was flat-out excellent. #WhatAreYouLookingAt
DENTAL HEALTH: The Mobile Dentist bus is making a return trip to Beaverton Schools for students on May 16, 19 and 20. Parental consent forms are being sent home and are also available in the school offices. Call 989.921.4393 for more information.
AVAST, YE MATEY: The BJSHS Drama and Music Departments will host their annual Madrigal Dinner Theatre production Friday, May 16 at 6 p.m. at the BAC. Students have been working hard on 'Bob Bados, A Pirate Tale' and for one night only, you can eat, listen and enjoy the results. Tickets are $15 for adults, $12 for students and veterans, and $10 for kids 12 and under. You can get tickets by contacting Mr. Grifhorst at jgrifhorst@beavertonschools.net; Kate Smith at coach.mrs.smith@gmail.com; or any Drama or Band member. Catering will be provided by Big R's Hogs and Dogs. #OneNightOnly #GoBeavers
NOT TO BE MISSED: On May 16, get ready for the spring sports collision you didn’t know you needed. But you do. Join us as the BJSHS Soccer and Track & Field teams square off, with action starting at 5 p.m. at Metzger Field. This is most definitely a #GoBeavers situation.
PHYSICAL EDUCATION: Now that nice weather had shown up two days in a row (!), it made for the perfect setting for the annual Fifth-Grade Track & Field Day at Metzger Field today. In addition to the hometown Beavers, the event showcased the talents of fifth-graders from Farwell, Harrison, Clare and Gladwin in a crazy variety of challenges, from the traditional dashes and relays to atypical entries like the obstacle course, the football throw and rope jumping. The common thread in all the events was F-U-N, and the support and sportsmanship among athletes and fans made it an excellent day. #GoBeavers
THE RIGHT ANGLE: You might have noticed a couple more military vehicles than usual on campus this morning. Geometry teacher and Michigan Army National Guard Maj. Kossi Komlassan explains: "I wanted to demonstrate the applications of the geometric concepts we had been discussing in class this semester, so I asked the soldiers from B/1-182d FAR in Bay City to bring the M142 (HIMARS) and radios for hands-on learning. The students can now see how mathematical concepts like distance, angles and probability are applied in Field Artillery operations. The students also spent time learning about loading radios, artillery employment and how to cook a delicious meal while on mission."
THE RIGHT NOTE: Don't forget about the BES Spring Music Concert Thursday in the gym. We've got Grades K and 1 performing at 1:30 p.m.; Grades 2 and 3 at 5:30 p.m.; and Grades 4 and 5 at 6:45 p.m. Come on down and see how hard the kids have been working and #GoBeavers.
We have cancelled our Baseball and Softball games today. We will be making the games up tomorrow at 4 pm. JV baseball @ Clare. Varsity Baseball / Softball home.
Home Middle School Track still on today, starting field events @4
Girls Soccer is still on tonight @ Shepherd, 5:30 pm start.
THE STUDENTS SPEAK: It's Teacher Appreciation Week and our students have some thoughts. Check out the video at https://youtu.be/RE4mPSH0etA. #ThanksTeachers #GoBeavers
IT'S GO TIME: When you vote on the CTE Millage renewal request Tuesday, please remember a couple things. First: The renewal request is just that - a RENEWAL. That means passage won't increase your taxes - not one bit. Second: This year, thanks to CTE, 42 percent of Beaverton juniors and seniors are getting hands-on, real-world training in one of 11 skilled trades or occupations that produce extremely employable young adults for industries throughout our community. Third: Since the CTE millage was first approved by voters in 2016, more than 500 Beaverton students have been served in the program, launching careers and flooding the local workforce with trained, experienced ready-to-work employees. And fourth: Everything else you could possibly want to know about CTE is available by scanning the code or visiting CTEitsWorking.com/millage. Please vote Tuesday. #LetsDoThis #GoBeavers
SHOWTIME: Don't miss Beaverton Elementary's Spring Music Concert this Thursday. The kids have been working hard and it's time to light the lights. The action starts at the BES gym with Grades 2 and 3 performing at 5:30 p.m. They'll be followed by Grades 4 and 5 starting at 6:45 p.m. C'mon out and enjoy! #GoBeavers
THANK YOU: It's Teacher Appreciation Week. For all the long days, for the thoughtful conversations, for the flat-out fun, for the enduring above-and-beyond effort, and for repeatedly giving more than you thought you had, an entire community is grateful. Thanks, Beaverton Teachers. #BeavertonAlways
THERE SHE GOES: It was a bittersweet scene Thursday afternoon as students and staff lined the halls to bid farewell to Candy Fischer, who said goodbye to Beaverton Schools after more than 30 years of service. Candy affected the lives of innumerable kids in her time with us, including as a recess aide, special and general education paraprofessional and school secretary. Students knew her as a friend and a confidant - somebody they could really talk to. Our loss certainly is Clare-Gladwin RESD's gain as she begins her next chapter as the Special Education Department Secretary. Thanks for everything, Mrs. Fischer; you're already missed. But we know in your heart, it's #BeavertonAlways.
WHERE YOU HEADED? As seniors accelerate toward graduation, we thought it'd be appropriate to ask "What's Next?" Here are some of their answers. #BeavertonAlways #ClassOf25
THE BAND IS BACK TOGETHER: Our middle school and high school musicians returned to the stage Monday night at the BJSHS Spring Concert, and it was excellent. The kids performed selections by Bach, Webber, Denver and more, and a few of the middle school musicians joined their high school counterparts to close out the night's final number. Congrats to our fearless conductor Mr. Grifhorst and great job to everyone involved. #GoBeavers.
ENTERTAINING ECOLOGY: Sixth-grade science students received a visit from Zach Bates of the Gladwin County Conservation District; then they received a gift that could last the rest of their lives. Bates spoke with the kids about the many essential roles trees play in our global existence, from oxygenation to lumber and everything in between. Then he presented each student with a white spruce sapling to plant at home. #GoTreevers
LEADERS WANTED: Do you know a student with good grades, a commitment to community and a desire to lead? The Beaverton chapter of the National Honor Society is excited to add the next deserving batch of standouts to hoist the torch carried by previous generations of BHS notables. Interested students should join us for an informational meeting May 19 at lunch in Mrs. Grice's room. #NHS #Service
DUAL PURPOSE: Attention, students (and parents of students) who are planning to take dual enrollment classes next year: Don't forget about our mandatory virtual meetings set for Wednesday, April 30 and May 7 from 5 to 6 p.m. Students and a parent MUST attend one of these sessions. If you don't, you will not be allowed to sign up for dual courses. NOTE: This meeting applies to current dual students taking courses next year as well. For more information, contact Mrs. Inscho at 989.246.3010 or rinscho@beavertonschools.net.
MAKE A NOTE: Join us for the BJSHS Spring Concert, set for 7 p.m. Monday night in the BJSHS gym. The show will feature selections from both the middle school and high school bands. Admission is free, but donations will be gratefully accepted. #GoBeavers #SpringMusic
