Welcome to Benzie County Central Schools

This just in from the Michigan Department of Education -

May 4-8, 2026, is National Teacher Appreciation Week

Recognizing Michigan's hardworking and dedicated educators is an important piece of the Michigan Department of Education's (MDE) strategic initiative.Submit a Teacher Appreciation VideoMDE would like to invite students and community members to help highlight our state's incredible teachers and show their gratitude to those teachers who have positively impacted them. 

Simply submit a digital video to recognize and thank a specific teacher for their impact.Videos will be accepted February 18 through April 15, 2026.Video submission overview:Videos must be in MP4 or MOV formats. Most iPhones, Android phones, or video cameras are capable. Videos must follow the minimum content requirements (see flyer below for detailed information).A parent/guardian signed, completed media release form must accompany the submitted video.

Teacher appreciation videos may be submitted using the online form. Creation of a Google account may be required for video submission. 

Please do not email videos.Detailed instructions regarding video submission are included in the flyer:Teacher Appreciation Video Instructions - EnglishTeacher Appreciation Video Instructions - ArabicTeacher Appreciation Video Instructions - SpanishFor each teacher named in the video, MDE will confirm that the teacher is in good standing with state certification. 

Each approved video will be edited for appropriate length, web-optimized, and subtitled. Finally, school districts will be notified in advance of teachers in their district being featured.Selected videos will be posted on this webpage and the MDE YouTube channel. The Office of Educator Excellence's (@MIeducator) Facebook, X (formerly Twitter), and Instagram social media accounts will also be promoting the videos throughout the month of May.

Congratulations on a weekend of wonderful performances!

MHSAA Individual Wrestling Results

Mason Childs 6th

Dayne  Gillison 5th 

Lane Sanchez 4th

Congratulations! 

Benzie Central holds send-off ceremony for Mason Childs, Trace Wenkel, Dayne Gillison, and Lane Sanchez.

The final weekend of the Michigan high school wrestling season is here, and for those lucky enough to keep competing into March, the grind was certainly worth it.

The 2026 MHSAA Individual Wrestling State Finals take place at Ford Field in Detroit, Michigan on March 6-7, 2026. This premier event features elite high school wrestlers from across the state competing in Division 1-4 and Girls divisions, with action starting Friday morning and culminating with championship matches.

For more information, please click the link below:

https://www.fordfield.com/events/detail/mhsaa-wrestling-finals-1

Go Huskies!

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

PLEASE TAKE NOTICE THAT THERE WILL BE A PUBLIC HEARING

BENZIE COUNTY CENTRAL SCHOOLS

PRE-LABOR DAY START WAIVER HEARING

Section 1284b of the Revised School Code (MCL 380.1284b) prohibits public schools from scheduling instruction on or before Labor Day. However, the legislation also provides the State Superintendent with sole authority to issue a waiver from this requirement if it is determined that the school or program is a bona fide year–round school or program established for educational purposes.

When a Labor Day waiver is requested, Section 160 of the State School Aid Act (MCL 388.1760) requires the district to conduct a joint public hearing at a location within the district or intermediate school district. A joint public hearing must take place before the Labor Day waiver can be approved. The local school board is not required to attend the hearing; however, we encourage board participation where possible

BENZONIA, MICHIGAN;

DATE OF MEETING(S):                                March 20, 2026

PLACE OF MEETING(S):                               VIRTUAL CONFERENCE CALL

HOUR OF MEETING(S):                                2:00 PM

CONFERENCE CALL NUMBER                             Join by phone

‪                                                                        (US) +1 732-844-9135 PIN: ‪186 933 099#

BOARD MINUTES ARE

LOCATED AT THE PRINCIPAL

OFFICE OF THE BOARD OF 

EDUCATION                                                   9300 Homestead Rd.

                                                                           Benzonia, MI. 49616

                                                                                Superintendent, Benzie County Central Schools

PURPOSE:  

PRE-LABOR DAY START WAIVER HEARING

Congratulations to the following students for getting their work accepted to the prestigious Regional Art Show hosted by the Crooked Tree Art Center in Traverse City, Michigan!

  The show includes some of the best Artwork from 39 schools throughout Northwest Michigan.

Jasper Henry, Elsa Carter, Alta Alpers, Olivia Francis, Maddy Swander, Sara Wallington, Avery Kelly, Jaden Running, Lili Lezeaux, and Althea Gaylord.  

The show will be on display at Crooked Tree Art Center of Traverse City now through Saturday, April 11th (though closed over spring break).  

There will be an Awards Ceremony on Sunday, March 15, from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM. 

 Winners will start being announced around 1:30. Those that can't make it, will be notified afterwards.

Benzie Central truly has some amazing artists and Mr. Bechler is honored to have such supportive parents, students, and a school community who recognizes and supports the Arts.  Their dedication plays a vital role in nurturing the next generation of artists, and WE are thankful for Crooked Tree Art Center for providing a platform to celebrate our students' achievements and creativity.