Public Service Announcement (with date correction)
Happy Wednesday!
Happy Tuesday!
Make the most of this day!
An important message from Beaverton Schools.
As we prepare for the 2020-2021 school year, please consider having your child practice wearing a mask.
Read a book with a mask on
Play a board game with a mask on
Have a “mask on” dance party
Make a mask
Photos from graduation are available here:
https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1xy5uEj-ZjA68rfbxRs5OhgUnPRbpP2SY?usp=sharing
A huge thank-you to Mr. Randall Claypool for taking all the still photos and filming, Mr. Shad Woodruff for filming, and Mr. Rusty Govitz for filming/editing the video!
Just putting this right here!
Good morning Beaverton,
I wanted to make sure and share the news with everyone. Here is the link for the Class of 2020 Commencement Ceremony from Thursday, July 16, 2020. Enjoy!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vCFY2fb1p7I&t=960s
Enjoy your Sunday!
Promising update from the MHSAA today in regards to fall sports:
https://www.mhsaa.com/Portals/0/Documents/AD%20Forms/MHSAA%20Summer%20Guidance%20Update%204.pdf
We were made aware that the live feed dropped. We greatly apologize for that. Please rest assured and know that we have 3 full length videos who captured the event. As soon as we get them edited and uploaded. Once again, we are sorry.
Congratulations to the Class of 2020!
During this unprecedented public health emergency, Beaverton Schools district has been following the guidance of the Michigan Department of Health & Human Services and the Central Michigan Health Department. As we continue planning for the 2020-2021 school year, it's important for us to hear from you.
We invite you to take a few minutes to complete this parent/guardian survey to help guide our planning to safely reopen schools during this public health emergency.
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1pneGX326bqZ89g4z81aTgI5U9At4Vs4TAURNu6e3_pw/edit?ts=5f05f903
As part of the MI Safe Schools Return to School Roadmap, Beaverton Schools has developed a committee of stakeholders to assist in the development and revision of our Return To Learn Plan. This committee will be discussing the critical components that will be necessary to ensure success of learning within our district while ensuring the health and safety of our students and staff.
We want everyone to be aware that we will have an option for our families if they choose a distance learning option. We have partnered with Founders Academy to offer a distance learning option for our families. More information to follow.
We look forward to hearing from you.
#GoBeavers
Congratulations! Today is your day!
Enjoy your day!
The week has finally arrived. Class of 2020...
We have some changes to our Class of 2020 Commencement ceremony.
Our commencement plans are impacted by the different phases of the governor's reopening plan. Gladwin County is part of Region 4 and our region is currently listed in Phase 4 of the reopening plan.
We plead with everyone to please be understanding. We waited as long as possible before finalizing these decisions.
Enjoy your surroundings!
SMILE....one day....it will all make sense!
Get outside!
#GoBeavers
Looks like it is going to be a great weekend.
To the Beaverton community,
Late Tuesday, Governor Gretchen Whitmer released the MI Safe Schools Return to Schools Roadmap, a 63 page document with comprehensive guidance to help local school districts create plans for in-person learning this fall. Additionally, Governor Whitmer announced the signing of Executive Order 2020-142 which provides guidance on developing “Preparedness Plans”.
The MI Safe Schools Return to School Roadmap offers guidelines as to the types of safety protocols that will be required or recommended at each phase. The safety protocols detailed in the Roadmap includes guidance on the use of personal protection equipment (PPE), good hygiene, cleaning/disinfecting, spacing in classrooms, screening for symptoms, athletics, and more. The Roadmap also recognizes the impact COVID-19 has
had on students’ and educators’ mental health and offers guidance on how schools can address this issue.
At the same time, Dr. Michael Rice, Michigan State Superintendent said, “Congress needs to approve additional federal aid so that children’s education is not harmed in a pandemic. This additional federal aid needs to include not simply funding to make up for lost state aid in the pandemic, but also funding to address personal
protection equipment and catch-up learning in the pandemic.”
Obviously, there’s a lot of information in the roadmap. The administrative team met yesterday morning to begin working on our three different plans. Also, the local superintendents met yesterday to continue dialogue around the implementation of these plans for all districts within this region. All districts are faced with a difficult challenge, yet we are navigating unchartered waters.
At this time, we do not have all of the answers, but we are working tirelessly to finalize our plans for the return in the Fall.
Respectfully,
Joseph Passalacqua
The 63 page document can be found below.
https://www.michigan.gov/documents/whitmer/MI_Safe_Schools_Roadmap_FINAL_695392_7.pdf
Thought for the day!
Be better!
Overcoming obstacles for your success!
Enjoy it!
If you were interested on how COVID 19 has impacted school finance, then please take 3 minutes to watch this informative video. Thank you Kent ISD for creating these informative videos.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wxRxHKoDuIM
Ahhhh....summer!!
"How your taxes support education." If you were interested on how taxes support education, then please take 3 minutes to watch this informative video. Thank you Kent ISD for creating these informative videos.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S204c7yNe6Y
Happy Father's Day to all!
PSA...for those in need.
If you were interested on how schools utilize their funds, then please take 3 minutes to watch this informative video. Thank you Kent ISD for creating these informative videos.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=74CdL5svO4Q&feature=youtu.be
Undoubtedly, many of you probably watched the press conference today, but if you didn’t the high level takeaway is that Gov. Whitmer announced that if your region is in Phase 4 of the MI Safe Start plan, in-person instruction may go forward with strict, with mandatory health and safety protocols which will be defined in the Roadmap for Return to Learn. We expect that roadmap to be released on or around June 30th.
The Return to School plan will align closely with the MI Safe Start Plan. The governor will consider the six phases of the MI Safe Start Plan and the Michigan Economic Recover Council’s 8 regions of the state to determine when, where, and how face-to-face instruction can resume. Districts, students, staff, and families must be nimble and be prepared to move backwards if there is evidence of community spread of the virus.
The Roadmap will set the minimum health and safety requirements, although districts may choose to enact more aggressive ones in consultation with local public health officials. These minimum requirements will apply to all schools, including traditional public, charter, private, and parochial schools.
The governor also acknowledged that her top priority for budget would be to preserve K-12 funding recognizing that the protocols necessary for a safe return to school will require additional expenditures. While this is a welcome sentiment, it’s a monumental task given the shortfalls we face.
What's on your bucket list?
Communication about the return to learn for 2020-2021 school year.
If you were interested on how schools are funded, then please take 3 minutes to watch this informative video. Thank you Kent ISD for creating these informative videos.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4kvh-35qtD0&feature=youtu.be&fbclid=IwAR0Ogs7gosHL07F_gtC-XhM3JVhqq2xhgoclyv49Pm0hdkB8VNGPGkI4htc
Summer is right around the corner.
Hold your own pen!
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Talk to engineers and shoreline erosion experts free of charge about how to remediate your property and stabilize your shoreline. Bring photos of your property and erosion damage with you so they can view them and help you create a plan to slow the erosion taking place on your property.
This event is available to residents impacted by the Tittabawassee River flood at no cost to them thanks to a $100,000 grant from The Patricia and David Kepler Foundation.
Learn More & RSVP
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Four Lakes Task Force
Parents of next school year's 7th graders,
Class of 2025,
Beaverton Jr/Sr High invites parents and students to 7th Grade Orientation on Wednesday, August 19th from 6:00 p.m. until 7:30 p.m. in the Beaverton Jr/Sr High Gymnasium. We hope you are able to attend! We will send out a reminder in August. Have a happy and safe summer and GO RED!
Spend some time reading this summer!
Have a plan!
Tell Congress to Support Schools – Sign the Petition
Michigan's students and schools need our entire Congressional delegation to speak with a single voice in support of schools and students. Districts are facing a projected huge $700 or more per student loss...a loss that would profoundly hurt students and schools.
https://p2a.co/P9f2nOG
Public Service Announcement:
Community Mental Health for Central Michigan is offering a variety of services to our communities via telephone and teletherapy options during this challenging time. In addition to existing services, we are now offering short-term brief therapy at no cost to members of our communities.
Update on Gladwin County Flood Distribution Center hours:
The flood relief distribution and collection center in downtown Gladwin at Forge Fitness parking lot and Billings Township Hall will be closed this weekend. It will reopen Monday, June 8, from 9 am - 4 pm.
The Albright Shores Eagles (1380 Estey Rd) and Tobacco Township Hall (1850 Dale Rd) locations WILL be open from 9 am - 4 pm for donations and distribution of needed supplies.
Please let me know if there's anything further I can do to support your communication needs.
8 simple sentences...
Enjoy your summer and get outside!
#GoBeavers
Called to duty today! We were asked to help deliver goods from the United Way Distribution Center in Gladwin to the Tobacco Township Hall and the Estey Eagles.
Beaverton Schools was ready and willing to help by providing the much needed manpower and the mode of transportation for the delivery!
Proud to serve our community!
#GoBeavers
Called to duty today! We were asked to help deliver goods from the United Way Distribution Center in Gladwin to the Tobacco Township Hall and the Estey Eagles.
Beaverton Schools was ready and willing to help by providing the much needed manpower and the mode of transportation for the delivery!
Proud to serve our community!
#GoBeavers
To whom it may concern:
Our June 8, 2020 Board meeting will be done virtually.
Communications and/or expressions from the public MUST be submitted to Karen Carpenter by Friday, June 5, 2020 by 3pm.
You can reach Karen at:
kcarpenter@beavertonruralschools.com
989.246.3000
Community members can join the meeting but they will not be an active participant.
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Our hearts our full! This makes it all worth it! THANK YOU TO EVERYONE FOR COMING TOGETHER TO SUPPORT OUR DISTANCE LEARNING PLAN.
One of our students created this masterpiece.
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Don't stress...
GLADWIN COUNTY DEBRIS PICKUP - Volunteers needed! On Saturday, May 30, a group of volunteers will help remove debris in Billings Township. The team has skid steers and front loaders ready to assist but are in need of volunteers with trucks and dump trailers who can help remove the debris to designated staging areas and landfills. Contact Andy Clark at 248-918-9111 to sign up if you have the right equipment to help. Please do not call to inquire about having your debris cleared. The volunteers will work through the neighborhoods.
Distribution and resource sites are opening on Wednesday, May 27 to help Midland & Gladwin County residents who have been impacted by the recent floods.
The sites will be open seven days a week from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. They are located at the following locations:
Bullock Creek High School, 1420 S Badour Road, Midland
Coleman High School, 4951 N Lewis Road, Coleman
Gladwin– parking lot behind Forge Fitness, 237 W Cedar, Gladwin
Midland High School, 1301 Eastlawn Drive, Midland
Meridian Elementary School, 3343 N Meridian Road, Sanford
North Family Center, 2601 E Shearer Road, Midland
Sanford Senior Center, 3243 N. West River Road, Sanford
West Midland Family Center, 4011 W Isabella Road, Shepherd
The sites are coordinated by Midland County's Emergency Operations Center, the United Way of Midland County, and DOW.
If you wish to help with relief efforts, you can donate items at the sites.
The sites will be collecting and distributing PPE, food, water, cleaning supplies, non-perishable food, personal care items, and household goods.
The sites will not accept donations of clothing.
Good news!
Good afternoon Beaverton community,
We have some great resources coming together to get much needed resources to the community with the help of many partners: Dow Chemical, United Way, Gladwin County Community Foundation and the list goes on. THANK YOU!
Finally as it pertains to meal and packet deliveries for tomorrow, Tuesday, May 26. Normal drop off times are from Noon to 2pm. Unfortunately, these are not normal times.
Academic packets are not going to be stressed but offered as a welcomed distraction during all of the chaos.
Deliveries...
All deliveries WEST of M-30 should be in there normal time frame.
Deliveries closer to the DNR launch on Dundas and Strykers Marina will be 15-30 minutes earlier.
Deliveries in the Rhodes area, Jones Rd, Whitney Beach area will be 30-60 minutes later.
Deliveries in the Highwood and Hay roads area will be 20-30 minutes later.
The drivers will beep their horn when they get to the stop so families will be aware we are there.
Thank you for coming together to support one another during these difficult times.
#GoBeavers
GLADWIN COUNTY PRESS RELEASE
SERVICES AVAILABLE & SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
GLADWIN COUNTY PRESS RELEASE
Restoration of Power
Please see the following attachment for vital information.
211 is a vital service that connects millions of people to help every year. Here is information for our local 211 efforts. Thank you to everyone for helping out during this time of need.
Your community foundation provides a simple, powerful and highly personal approach to giving. We offer a variety of giving tools to help people achieve their charitable goals. You can make a gift of cash, stocks, bonds, real estate, or other assets to your community foundation.
https://www.gladwinfoundation.org/giving-1
You may choose to give online, knowing that our online donations are handled by a secure server. Or you might choose to give through the mail by sending a check to GCCF at P.O. Box 480 Gladwin, MI 48624.
Each donor has a unique giving experience, tailored to suit his or her situation and goals. Here are the basics – you can make a gift to an existing fund, or you can create a fund at the Gladwin County Community Foundation. For further details, contact the Foundation at 989-839-9661 or info@midlandfoundation.org.
Please specify your donation to go towards the Gladwin County Flood Relief Fund.
“Anyone can hide. Facing up to things, working through them, that’s what makes you strong.”
– Sarah Dessen
#WeareBeavertonStrong
#GoBeavers
Love the spirit of our community. We are in this together!
Pictured here: Volunteers meeting up at the Church of the Nazarene.
#GoBeavers
Good morning Beaverton community,
This is Superintendent Passalacqua.
We are hoping that this message finds everyone safe.
Due to the current situations, we have made some adjustments to our scheduled events.
All online classes will be cancelled for the remainder of the week. Also, staff meetings scheduled for today have been cancelled as well.
School will only be open tomorrow for food distribution from 11am to 2pm. We will have food available at Billings Township hall from 11am to 2pm as well. However, we will not be delivering meals and/or packets to the homes tomorrow.
There is no food distribution on Monday, May 25th due to Memorial Holiday.
We will resume meal & packet pickups next Tuesday.
Packet pickup/student belongings pickup for tomorrow is cancelled, but rescheduled for Tuesday, May 26th, 2020 from 4 to 6pm.
Class of 2020 Parents/Awards night video and tomorrow’s student cruise have also been canceled, but will be rescheduled for next week.
Save your time!
It is still a great day!
Give yourself some credit!
Ready for a cruise?
The banners for the Class of 2020 are going up!
Need to make a technology purchase? Students and families are now able to purchase electronic devices at school prices. Check out the flyer here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1r88lDG5qSwRJCw6X-DR6YlAmz5zhaxzf/view?usp=sharing
Keep walking!
Spoil them today!
Most importantly...be there for your children.
Beaverton Schools is holding a Community Forum ZOOM meeting on Wednesday, May 13, 2020@ 3:30pm.
So much has changed since Gov. Whitmer released her proposed budget for 2020-2021 in February.
There have been so many significant changes over the past months and the reality is, the budget we will adopt this year will be vastly different from the one we had planned to adopt pre-pandemic.
During this meeting, we will address the current landscape of education. All information will be fluid at this point and subject to change after the May 15th Revenue Consensus.
Public comment will be taken in to advisement. Stakeholders that join the meeting may pose questions in the chat for our administration team to take in to consideration as we are adjusting and finalizing next year's budget.
Topic: Community Forum Budget Zoom Meeting
Time: May 13, 2020 03:30 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)
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Hope to see your faces on May 13th.
To whom it may concern:
Our May 18, 2020 Board meeting will be done virtually.
Communications and/or expressions from the public MUST be submitted to Karen Carpenter by Friday, May 15, 2020 by 3pm.
You can reach Karen at:
kcarpenter@beavertonruralschools.com
989.246.3000
Community members can join the meeting but they will not be an active participant.
P-EBT Food Assistance Benefits for Families
Pandemic Electronic Benefit Transfer Program (P-EBT) food assistance benefits will go to Michigan families with students ages 0-26 that are eligible for Free or Reduced-Price School Meals. This includes families currently receiving Food Assistance Program benefits, as well as those not currently enrolled in the program. No application is necessary for eligible families to receive P-EBT benefits.
If you have any questions, please contact 1-833-905-0028
If the student was already receiving SNAP benefits, they will automatically receive the P-EBT benefits on their card.
Our whole district is eligible based on a Free or Reduced-Price Meal the pre-loaded P-EBT card will come in the mail and will be in the oldest school aged child’s name, not the parents name. Keep the card for ongoing benefits you may receive. MDDHS is processing cards in batches thru mid-May.
The combined benefit amount for March/April is $193.80 per child and will be available by the end of April.
The combined benefit amount for May/June is $182.40 per child and will be available by the end of May.
To activate the card call the phone number on the back of the card. You will need the EBT card number on the front of the card, your zip code, and the date of birth of the oldest child in your household. You will need to set a four-digit pin number.
Words of Wisdom
Have a great day!
Happy Cinco De Mayo!
Today (and everyday!), we honor teachers across the nation, who continue to work tirelessly to shape our future generations, even in the midst of the unprecedented COVID-19 pandemic.
#GoBeavers
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BEAVERTON STRONG: Everyone is encouraged to wear Beaverton gear this Thursday, May 7th.
#GoBeavers
Be the attitude that you want to be around!
Set your goals high!
The Class of 2020 would like to extend a HUGE thank you to our community for the generous contributions towards the Senior banners! Each senior will have a 2020 banner highlighting them. These will be proudly hung on the streetscape lightposts throughout our town in the upcoming week! Thank you again for your support!
Need a little boost?
Our wish to you!
A new requirement under the Governor's latest order is for people to cover their nose and mouth with homemade or non-medical grade face coverings when they enter enclosed public spaces, starting Monday.
WE ARE IN DESPERATE NEED OF FACE COVERINGS FOR OUR ESSENTIAL STAFF!
We have secured some masks but we are need of many more for the remainder of the school year.
PLEASE CONSIDER DONATING TO THE SCHOOLS.
We are in this together.
#GoBeavers
If you have requested, the buses will make deliveries today between the hours on Noon and 2pm
FOOD & PACKET PICKUP
Our free drive thru grab-and-go meals will continue at the back of Beaverton Jr./Sr. High School and at Billings Township Hall.
ACADEMIC packet pick-ups will be available in the front of the buildings for families to pick up during these times as well.
#GoBeavers
Thank you to all of our Administrative Professionals within Beaverton Schools.
Today is your day!
We appreciate you.
#GoBeavers
We miss you!
As a result of COVID-19 and the closing of school buildings for the 2019-2020 School Year,
school districts must submit a Continuity of Learning and COVID-19 Response Plan (“Plan”) in
order to continue to receive state aid for operations. Although schools are closed and not
providing in-person instruction, teaching and learning must continue. Michigan educators have
been called to provide our students with continued learning.
The document attached here helps explain a small portion of our learning plan. Also, it indicates where people can find information to help answer any difficult questions that may have come up.
Thank you for your continued patience and support through these difficult times.
#GoBeavers
Thank you to everyone who helped load the buses for meal and packet deliveries. Today is our first day of delivering meals and packets for those in need.
Our drive thru is still open this afternoon from 4-6pm for meal and packet pickups at the buildings and Billings Twp. hall. Please call the schools if you have any questions.
Also, we have included a letter in each packet that helps explain our continuity of learning plan.
Positive thoughts.
Just a reminder that today is Friday. Happy Friday.
#GoBeavers
Food for thought.
Food for thought!
Put in the work!
Big Hearts, Small Town, Fireplace Chats
Presented to the community by Scott Govitz
Join Scott Govitz and Superintendent Passalacqua tonight @ 7pm for a discussion about our current status in education and the Beaverton Continuity of Learning Plan.
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Beaverton Schools and Chartwells will continue providing breakfast and lunch to all children who are 18 years old or under (or under the age of 26 with a disability) in our community for the past three weeks and we plan on continuing serving meals to our community.
Monday (April 13) & Thursday (April 16) from 4-6pm
Our free drive thru grab-and-go meals will continue at the back of Beaverton Jr./Sr. High School and at Billings Township Hall.
ACADEMIC packet pick-ups will be available in the front of the buildings for families to pick up during these times as well. (Another round of packet pickups will be available on Tuesdays from 10am to 1pm)
To whom it may concern:
Our April 20, 2020 Board meeting will be done virtually.
Communications and/or expressions from the public MUST be submitted to Karen Carpenter by Friday, April 17, 2020 by 3pm.
You can reach Karen at:
kcarpenter@beavertonruralschools.com
989.246.3000
Community members can join the meeting but they will not be an active participant.
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Happy Easter from Beaverton Schools.
#GoBeavers
This is an important document that includes information about Beaverton's Continuity of Learning Plan that will officially begin next week for students.
Beaverton Schools and Chartwells continue providing breakfast and lunch to all children who are 18 years old or under (or under the age of 26 with a disability) in our community.
Our free drive thru grab-and-go meals service continues throughout the school closure.
PLEASE SPREAD THE WORD!
#GoBeavers
Looking for some entertainment tonight.
Join tonight to hear from award winning film director, writer and editor, Jason Brown. You'll hear his story and see some of his great work in the outdoor industry. https://zoom.us/j/6180360816
Something to consider...
#GoBeavers
MHSAA Cancels Remainder of 2019-20 Winter & Spring Season
EAST LANSING, Mich. – April 3 – The Michigan High School Athletic Association has canceled the remainder of the 2019-20 Winter and Spring sports seasons, in compliance with the Thursday (April 2) “state of disaster” directive by Gov. Gretchen Whitmer closing school buildings and moving education online for the remainder of the school year to help decrease the spread of the COVID-19 coronavirus.
This will be the first school year to not see MHSAA Finals played in multiple sports since 1942-43, when World War II led to the elimination of Finals in most sports.
We are thinking of our student-athletes, parents, coaches and fans.
GO RED!
WE are stronger when we work together.
#GoBeavers
Good morning Beaverton Community. Please make sure that people are aware of this wonderful opportunity. This also gives everyone a LEGITIMATE reason to get out of the house. We are providing a breakfast and lunch for several days. Folks will have access to at least 4-6 meals FOR EACH.
PLEASE SPREAD THE WORD!
#GoBeavers
If you are perplexed, you feel confused and slightly worried by something because you do not understand it. Well, you are NOT alone.
We anxiously await the Governor's executive order tomorrow as it pertains to K-12 schooling.
I can give you my assurance that Beaverton staff is working hard on learning plans for our students with the potential that we will not return to school for the remainder of the year.
We are anticipating that the Governor's announcement tomorrow will provide some answers to the questions that you may have. However, we will still need to adjust on a day to day and week to week basis. These are some unprecedented times. Here are just a few questions:
What will “instruction” look like over the next couple of months?
What will happen with the senior class?
Will there be a graduation? When will it be held?
Will I be promoted to the next grade?
Will districts receive school funding for the remainder of this year?
And the questions go on, and on, and on. Please be patient and plan to be contacted by our staff so that we may try to assist each and every one of our community members.
#GoBeavers
The "essential" work has been completed. Finished pic will be coming out soon. Thank you Grove Construction for making this happen.
Be the example!
Thank you to Grove Construction for assisting us in our time of need. They are completing essential work so that we can install our new freezer and cooler for the food service.
Do your best, but don't stress! #teachergoals
#GoBeavers
Brighter days are coming!
Good morning Beaverton Community.
Please make sure that people are aware of this wonderful opportunity. This also gives everyone a LEGITIMATE reason to get out of the house. We are providing a breakfast and lunch for several days. Folks will have access to at least 4-6 meals FOR EACH.
PLEASE SPREAD THE WORD!
#GoBeavers
Thinking differently helps you thrive in times of change.
MHSAA Coronavirus Updates
March 24: The MHSAA has extended its suspension of activities in all sports for all seasons through Monday, April 13, to fall in line with Gov. Gretchen Whitmer’s school closure and “stay home, stay safe” orders to deter the spread of COVID-19.
All athletic activities to be halted include practices, scrimmages and competitions/games, as well as strength training, conditioning and any other organized sessions and activities in all MHSAA in-season and out-of-season sports.
Stay Strong, Beavers!
Keep educating yourself. (KEY)
Here is the latest information. It includes information from Executive Order 2020-21.
Stay safe and healthy.
#GoBeavers
Just a reminder...today from 4-6pm @ Jr./Sr. High School & 4:30-6pm @ Billings Fire Department. Come one come all. WE are here to help! #GoBeavers
Beaverton Strong!
PSA from the City of Beaverton
Just a reminder...today from 4-6pm. Come one come all. WE are here to help!
#GoBeavers
All things are possible!
Stay strong!
#GoBeavers
Good morning,
GREAT NEWS!
Tonight's pickup of food will include several meals! Chartwells and Beaverton Schools will be providing enough food for the week during these two days of distribution. Please remember to drive around to the back of the Jr./Sr. High School.
#GoBeavers
Good morning Beaverton Community,
Just a reminder...
Today Chartwells will be serving meals out of the Jr./Sr. High school kitchen from 4-6pm.
Folks will be asked to drive around to the back of building and stay in cars when picking up food.
Please see the other opportunities that are being offered for lunch between 11am and 1pm by the Beaverton Fire & Police department. Details are attached.
Have a great morning and thank you for your patience and understanding.
Enjoy your Pi toDAY!
Good evening Beaverton Community,
I am sharing a couple of food distribution schedules for those in need during these unprecedented times.
On Monday & Thursday...Chartwells will be serving meals out of the Jr./Sr. High school kitchen from 4-6pm. This will occur each week that we remain closed.
Folks will be asked to drive around to the back of building and stay in cars when picking up food.
Please see the other opportunities that are being offered by Beaverton Fire & Police department. Details are attached.
In case people are concerned...we will have our cleaning crew cleaning the cafeteria right behind them each night.
Have a great evening and thank you for your patience and understanding.
Good morning Beaverton Community,
We are embarking on some unprecedented times.
Please see the most recent communication as it pertains to the campus closure.
To the Beaverton Community,
This letter was developed in concert with all Clare Gladwin Regional Education Service District Superintendents, Midland, Bullock Creek, Coleman and Meridian.
This is a joint task force that is doing everything in our power to address these uncertain times.
We are asking everyone to take the extra time to wash your hands thoroughly and make this a teachable moment.
Thank you for your continued support and understanding.
Which step are you on?
Perseverance!
#GoBeavers
Good luck to our Boys Basketball Team as they travel to Farwell tonight for the start of the District tournament. Tip off is at 6pm.
Beaverton vs. Beal City
#GoBeavers
Great season Jacob Cassiday. 4th in the State at 171 pounds.
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Jacob Cassiday advances to the medal rounds tomorrow. Unfortunately, Jake Fischer's season comes to an end. Great work men.
Proud to be a Beaver.
#GoBeavers
After dropping their first match, Jacob Cassiday and Jake Fischer won their next match to stay alive in the State tournament.
Show time at the State Wrestling tournament. Jacob & Jake participating in the Grand March.
Congratulations to Mr. Ryan Roberts. Mr. Roberts has been recognized by the Michigan Department of Education as a Michigan Breakfast Hero! His support as it pertains to ensuring all students are eating a nutritious breakfast is outstanding. The support he has given at Beaverton Jr./Sr. High School is so important and he truly is a Breakfast Hero!
Michigan Association of School Boards has recognized Trustee, Mr. Robert Frei, for achieving the Master Board Member award.
Thank you Mr. Frei. This is a well deserved recognition.
Announcements: March 5, 2020
• March is Reading Month Quote of the Day: “You don’t have to burn books to destroy a culture. Just get people to stop reading them.” Ray Bradbury
• We will be sending off our state qualifying wrestlers and bowlers on Thursday by having the student body form a tunnel down the long hallway. Please start forming at 3:05 and we will start it at 3:07, then kids can just dismiss from there.
• Baseball Practice schedules are in the office or see Mr. Wicke.
• Juniors and Sophomores: Don't forget to turn in your CTE and scheduling forms! Turn them in sooner to lock in your preferred program!
• Juniors that applied for Work-Based Learning for Next Year. Check your school email for a message from Mrs. Ewert. There is a meeting on Friday, March 6 during 1st lunch in Room 155. Get your lunch and bring it with you. The meeting will start at 11:10 a.m. If you have questions, see Mrs. Ewert.
• Say Yes to the Prom Dress! Saturday, March 7th @ 9am to 2 pm in the Beaverton Activity Center Gym.
• The Mock Rock will be on Friday, April 3rd. Sign-up in the office to enter yourself or group in the competition.
• Jr/Sr High School Equestrian Team sign-up sheet and information is in the office.
• Attention Spring Sports athletes: Practices start March 9. You must have a physical and a green card from the office before that date.
• There is a sign-up sheet for any girls interested in playing high school volleyball next year but missed the meeting.
• All girls 9-12 come to a meeting at 11:15 Thursday in Mr Wentworth's room.
• Yearbook students will be selling yearbooks at lunch this week. $50 cash or check to Beaverton Schools. Get your book before it's too late!
• Attention juniors and seniors: Are you planning to pursue a career in the military, EMT, Police Department, Fire, Justice System, or DNR? If so, see Shawnnah Hannah or Ms. Fitz before spring break to be featured on a spread for the yearbook!
Counseling News:
Event Results:
Events: Boys Basketball @ Shephard, release time 2:45, bus leaves at 3:00, game time 4:30.
Birthday: Shawnnah Hannah, Reese Longstreth, Russell Longstreth, & Alexis Render
Today’s Lunch Menu: Mashed Potato & Chicken Bowl, Breadstick, & Baked Apple Slices
The Midland County hunter safety program is running a hunter safety class out of Meridian High School in Marc. For those that are interested. Space is limited.
Paleo Joe visits the elementary students!
Our 4th grade science fair got off to a great start this morning! Starting at 4:30 this evening, a gallery walk of the science projects can be viewed at the Junior Senior High School cafeteria.
Have an open mind!
As communities across the United States prepare for the novel coronavirus, many are wondering how schools plan to respond. Beaverton Schools has been in touch with our local health departments, to get some advice on best practices and next steps as the the outbreak goes on. Sharing out information at this time is what is recommended.
Congratulations to the 6th grade girl's basketball team for winning the Jackpine Championship! Way to represent Beaverton Elementary. You rock!
Coach John Mishler showing off the Jack Pine Conference Championship trophy for the 8th grade basketball team. Way to go coach and team!
#GoBeavers
Last night, Maury Irwin from the State Farm office in Clare honored Beaverton Elementary teacher, Alexandra Smith with $250. Mrs. Smith won the State Farm mini grant competition amongst all Beaverton educators. Thank you Maury and State Farm for your generous donation to our schools.
#GoBeavers
Best of luck to our bowlers at the MHSAA Regionals.
Big games tonight at the High School.
4:30pm JV Boys
6:00pm Var Girls
7:30pm Var Boys
Battle for the Cup & Butch!
#GoBeavers
Shoot for the moon!
Good morning. Have a great day.
#GoBeavers
Thoughts to ponder
Welcome back on this fabulous Monday morning.
Have a great day today!
A special thank you to our many varied and great volunteers for organizing a wonderful event in honor of Dar Grove and his new 1,500 mile milestone.
The event was very well planned and Dar was relishing his time walking his final laps to obtain his new level of attainment before a really, really big crowd of onlookers that included a well-represented Beaverton Schools contingent of personnel and students.
#GoBeavers
Never Give Up!
See the light!
Due to poor road conditions, Beaverton Schools will be closed on Tuesday, February 18, 2020. A decisions about night time events will be decided by 1pm.
Enjoy your day.
It's a great day to be a Beaver!
The new sign is up on M-18 at the Administration building and our official name change from the IRS came last week too.
#GoBeavers
On to Regionals!
#GoBeavers
Happy Valentine's Day & it is the weekend too!
Have a great day!!
#GoBeavers
Good morning Beaverton Community. This morning, we did have a bus break down during its' run. The bus did not have any students on it when it broke down. We did send a spare bus. All students are safe and sound. However, we did run little late due to the circumstances. Thanks in advance for your understanding.
Congratulations to our random drawing winners for Count Day. Shelby Samuel from Beaverton Elementary and Malory Greenacre from the Jr./Sr. High School. Shelby is pictured here with Mr. Bassage, Elementary Principal. Malory is pictured here with Superintendent, Joseph Passalacqua.
Perspective
Have a great day!
Thoughts for the day...BINGO!!!!!
Beaverton Schools will be closed on Monday, February 10, 2020 due to slick roads.
The plows will not be out in time to clean off all primary and secondary roads before the morning commute.
Friday, February 7, 2020
To all Parents/Guardians,
Lockdown training
This post is to inform you about a lockdown training that we had this morning. Our schools are committed to the safety and education of all our students. We also want to clearly communicate with parents about safety issues when they arise. Today’s lockdown was just a drill.
Lockdown procedures were followed and the police were involved. This was a collaborative effort between the schools, the Beaverton & Gladwin City Police Department and Gladwin County Police Department.
Sometimes, secure mode and/or lockdown situations can frighten students. Please discuss this situation with your children and let us know if follow-up is needed at school.
Thank you for your understanding.
Please feel free to call either building if you have any questions or concerns.
Sincerely,
Joseph Passalacqua
Superintendent
Let that sink in!
Be a PeliCAN!
Happy 100's day to all of the students at Beaverton Elementary.
It's that time of year again! Kindergarten and young fives Roundup is right around the corner. It is April 16th and April 17th. Call the Beaverton Elementary office today to schedule an appointment. 989-246-3020
Happy Friday!
Could you do better?
Do you have an imagination?
Mr. Passalacqua is presenting about Beaverton’s Marshall Plan Grant and the future of Beaverton Schools at the city’s Town Hall Meeting.
Please join us at the City of Beaverton Town Hall Meeting at the Beaverton Activity Center on tonight at 6:30 pm. This will be an interactive meeting to discuss the Project Rising Tide results, the new proposed Master Plan, the start of the process for reviewing our existing zoning ordinances for amendments, etc. Please bring your smartphones! We need and welcome your participation! Refreshments will be provided.
New week...new goals!!!
Wrestling team finishes in 3rd place at the Mio Invite yesterday:
Seth Onweller- sixth
Hunter Schaefer- fifth
Caleb Thomason- fourth
Jacob Cassiday- first
Jake Fischer- first
Aaron Wentworth- first (beat a ranked wrestler
Garrett- second
Reuben Adams- second
WAY TO GO, RED!!
Happy Sunday!
Congratulations to our 2020 Athletic Hall of Fame inductees.
#GoBeavers
Good morning. Beaverton Schools will be closed Friday, January 24th due to icy roads.
Decisions on evening events will be decided by 1pm.
Go back to sleep.
Dreams can come true!
An exciting night of wrestling.
Nice work team.
#GoBeavers
BYRP sign ups are right around the corner.
Take the stairs!
Work hard...play harder!
Welcome to Beaverton Mrs. Shannon Kaplan. Beaverton Elementary has a new face in the building. Mrs. Shannon Kaplan is the new 6th grade Mathematics teacher. We are lucky to have her.
#GoBeavers
Beaverton Schools will be closed on Monday, January 20, 2020. Gravel road conditions are not good.
Bleacher creatures out strong tonight for rival Gladwin game and playing for Butch.
City of Beaverton Electronics Recycling Day. Please help the environment
GAME DAY!
Beaverton Construction Trades students hard at work on site.
#GoBeavers
If you can be anything, Be Kind!
Just keep dreaming.
WISDOM!
Words of wisdom!
All events scheduled for Saturday, January 11, 2020 have been canceled. Our first Snow Day has arrived on a Saturday!
Varsity Girls Basketball game for tonight is still on!
Beaverton youth boys and girls 3rd - 6th grade basketball has been canceled for tomorrow.
Happy Friday everyone!
Words too live by👇
Need a little motivation?
WE are so excited to see everyone back at school today.
Thank you to our Board of Education for their dedication to our district. January is Board of Education appreciation month. This was worth another post.
#GoBeavers
"And now let us welcome the New Year, full of things that never were."--Rainer Maria Rilke
Happy Holidays to the entire Beaverton community!
Jacob Cassiday's late heroics in overtime. A takedown secures the championship at the Chippewa Hills tournament.
Why is this newsworthy this early in the season?
Jacob defeated the Division 3 #1 ranked wrestler with this late takedown. Congratulations!
#GoBeavers
Our new district website is live and can be located at www.beavertonschools.net
We are announcing that we have moved our presence on the web to match our new district name.
We hope you enjoy the new look as much as we do!
#GoBeavers
Want to take a moment to reflect back and thank these 2 fine young ladies for their dedication to Beaverton Schools for over 20 years.
Thank you MaryEllen Verellen and Michelle Roe for all that you have done for our community. You will be missed.
We want to wish you well on your next life adventures. You ladies have been great role models for our youth. THANK YOU!
#GoBeavers
Photos by Margaret MacLean and Ms. Fitzpatrick.
Catch up with the latest student stories, sports scores, and news updates. It’s everything Beaverton Schools, in your pocket. If you haven’t already, download the app on Android: http://bit.ly/2QQ9yjf or iPhone: https://apple.co/2KWMeg5.
Thank you to the GLADWIN COUNTY ENDOWMENT FUND at the MIDLAND AREA COMMUNITY FOUNDATION for the generous gift of donuts for our staff!
THANK YOU!
Please be there for one another during these tough times!
Beavers up 22-11 end of 1st quarter vs. Clare. GO RED!!
We are loving our new app! Access sports schedules, cafeteria menus, news updates, and even emergency notifications, right from your pocket. Download the app on Android: http://bit.ly/2QQ9yjf or iPhone: https://apple.co/2KWMeg5.
We go live tonight with the website. Stay tuned!
A great evening recognizing the Rising Tide initiatives in Beaverton and Gladwin.
#GoBeavers
Words to live by!
Have a great Friday.
We are aware that some folks are still unable to access the app. We are working on this with Apptegy.
For those individuals with an Android Phone...please try this link.
Here is the link!
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.apptegy.beavertonmi
Mrs. Kintner and the junior senior high school music department put on a spectacular show tonight.
Mrs. Kintner got the crowd involved as well.
Athletic Events for Jr./Sr. High School. Busy night.
#GoBeavers
It was a chilly night but an awesome experience at the tree lighting.
We had an awesome holiday concert today with a packed gymnasium.
