Welcome to Benzie County Central Schools

Shout out to high school teacher, Tanika Greisiger.

Tanika teaches English 9, English 11, and Honors English 11 here at Benzie Central High School. 

 Tanika holds a BA Endorsement in English 6-12, as well as an Administration Endorsement; both Elementary and Secondary; PK-12.

Tanika is part of the Teach Plus Michigan Policy Fellowship cohort that traveled to Lansing on Thursday, March 12. 

Their visit represented the culmination of work they have been engaging in since June.

She serves on the Post-Secondary Education Policy team, where their focus has been reviewing current education legislation and proposing recommendations for improvement. 

Their group is composed of secondary teachers from across Michigan. Because they represent a wide range of schools, geographic regions, student demographics, and communities, their discussions have allowed us to thoughtfully consider how policy changes might impact diverse groups of students throughout the state.

As a group of secondary educators, they share a strong commitment to supporting students as they prepare for life after high school, particularly through increased college and career readiness. 

Their work has focused on expanding access to post-secondary opportunities such as dual enrollment, International Baccalaureate, Career and Technical Education programs, and Advanced Placement courses. 

Specifically, their proposal centers on improving funding structures to ensure that students across Michigan have equitable access to these opportunities.

During their visit to Lansing on March 12, they met with several policymakers to discuss their recommendations, including  Rep. Jimmie Wilson, Sen. Dayna Polehanki, Sen. Darrin Camilleri, Sen. Sue Shink, Rep. Joseph Fox, Rep. Carol Glanville, Rep. Stephen Wooden, and Rep. Nancy DeBoer.

Let's hear it for the  Teach Plus Michigan Policy Fellowship, and Mrs. Tanika Greisiger.  

Benzie Central is fortunate to have her here with us. 

Crooked Tree Arts Center of Traverse City 

Annual Youth Art Exhibit 2026

Featuring the works of students in the Greater Grand Traverse Area K-12.

March 10 - April 11

Closed March 30 - April 3

Featuring the art work of various talented Benzie Central students.

Benzie Central's Elsa Carter breaks former all state thrower Liath Ramirez’s squat school record.

295 pounds for this girl!

Due to the impending weekend weather forecast (Snow, Snow, Snow), the 1st Athletic Leadership Council Pancake Breakfast will be CANCELLED.

We are working toward offering this event in the near future.

WE LOVE KINDERGARTEN

Benzie County Central Schools is announcing their 2026-2027 all day/every day Kindergarten Round-Up Schedule. 

Parents are encouraged to contact their neighborhood school beginning January 26, 2026 to set up appointments. 

If you are unsure which building your child would be attending, please contact Catina Crossman in the Central Business Office at 231-882-9653.

 Round-Up dates and phone numbers are listed.Please note that students must be at least five years of age by September 1st, of 2026 to enroll in Kindergarten classes.

 Parent waivers to extend the date to December 1st, of 2026, must be signed and submitted by June 1st, of 2026. 

Waivers can be found on our website, www.benzieschools.net.

TO ENROLL STUDENTS, PARENTS MUST ACCOMPANY THEIR CHILD AND ARE REQUIRED TO BRING THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION:

BIRTH CERTIFICATE

IMMUNIZATION RECORDS

DRIVERS LICENSE

(2) PROOFS OF RESIDENCY

April 13, 2026 – Homestead Hills Elementary -231-882-4641

April 15, 2026 – Lake Ann Elementary – 231-275-7730

April 16, 2026 – Betsie Valley Elementary – 231-378-4164

-Mrs. Catina Crossman

Executive Assistant to the Superintendent