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Resilience Expert Tasha Schuh Will Present atBenzie Central High School 

November 3 at 1:00 PM

Resilience Expert Tasha Schuh Will Present at Benzie Central MS/HS on Tuesday, November 3 at 1:00 PM, Addressing Mental Health.

Tasha Schuh is an inspirational speaker who equips youth and educators to be resilient for their mental and emotional health. The four components of her speech, PATH (Purpose, Attitude, Team, and Hope), helped Tasha be resilient after a life-changing theater accident at age 16, which left her paralyzed from the chest down. She now lives a vibrant, fulfilling life, sharing her message of PATH across the nation.

 Tasha’s message will empower our BCCS students and staff with tangible tools to improve their mental and emotional health and overcome life's challenges. We are looking forward to welcoming Tasha to our school. Tash also plans to visit with our MS SEEDS program after her presentation.

About Tasha Schuh

Tasha and her husband/manager, Doug, speak to audiences across the country, focusing on youth and educators, sharing her message of PATH and resilience. She is also the author of two books “My Last Step Backward” and “My Next Move Forward.” Tasha has received many awards, including The National Rehabilitation Champion Award and The Hometown Hero Award. 

Beyond her inspirational message, Tasha is passionate about helping youth build a foundation for resilience in their lives. Tasha and a team of mental health and education professionals created The Power of PATH: Building Resilience for Mental Health and Suicide Awareness Curriculum™. This teacher-led program is designed for grades 6-12. 

Tasha has spoken to over 70,000 students since the 2017/2018 school year. She makes an impact and inspires real progress with students' mental health awareness, along with skills-based coping.

— Senior Spotlight—

Sofia Tezzele

Help us to welcome one of our very own Benzie Central Alumni, Miranda Buist.

Miranda is so excited and grateful for the opportunity to become part of the school community as school nurse at Betsie Valley and Lake Ann Elementary schools.

She was raised in Benzie County and is a proud Benzie Central graduate. 

After high school, she attended Central Michigan University, where she earned her Bachelor of Science in Biology. 

She then returned to Benzie County to attend Baker College, earning her Bachelor of Science in Nursing, followed by her Master of Science in Nursing from Spring Arbor University.

Miranda lives in Thompsonville with her husband and three children on a small farm. 

Outside of work, she enjoys spending time with her family, hiking with her dogs, horseback riding, and reading.

Her life revolves around children, and caring for children, and supporting their growth andwellness has always been a passion and priority for Miranda. 

She feels especially fortunate to have the opportunity to serve the community where she grew up. 

She looks forward to building meaningful relationships with students and their families.

Miranda is excited to work alongside teachers and school staff to support the health, well-being and needs of each child!

Please help us in welcoming Miranda Buist (Besey).

Senior Spotlight -

Jasper Henry

Athletic Leadership Council
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October 22-November 20

Donation locations:
Team Room
High School Office
Mrs. Crossman’s Office