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12/18/2025
JV and Varsity Girls Basketball in Action - December 18 - HOME COURT

Come on out and cheer on our Benzie Central girls basketball teams as they take on Lake Leelanau St. Mary's on their home court this evening.

JV tips of at 5:30 PM, with the Varsity to follow at 7:00 PM.

12/18/2025
Spreading the HOLIDAY CHEER!

Thank you to our incredible high school choir students and Director, Kirsten Cline for gifting their voices to the residents, caregivers, and staff at The Maples. 

 Your music brings warmth, joy and holiday cheer and was a gift and highlight to many this holiday season! 

  Thank you for sharing your talents.

12/19/2025
Benzie Central Baseball Sign-Ups - Middle School and High School - December 19

Middle School and High School Baseball Sign-Ups

Friday, December 19 during your lunch periods

12/17/2025
Congratulations to Benzie Central Junior, Alta Alpers

Benzie Central loves nothing more than to celebrate the academic successes of their very own.

Today, as well as in the upcoming days, let's all take a moment to congratulate and celebrate Benzie Central Junior, Alta Alpers.Alta was accepted to Interlochen Arts Academy for Visual Arts, to begin her senior year; 2026/27.

https://www.interlochen.org/https://www.interlochen.org/visual-arts/academy

Alta submitted her Visual Arts Major portfolio:She submitted 9 of her art pieces, 1 observation piece, and participated in an interview process.

https://www.interlochen.org/.../portfolio-requirements

Interlochen Arts Academy is a highly prestigious, recognized as a leading arts institution with top rankings (like #1 for arts high schools by Niche.com), world-renowned faculty, competitive admissions, and a vast network of successful alumni in music, theater, and film. Its programs, including the summer camp and boarding academy, offer intensive training and unparalleled opportunities for young artists, attracting serious talent globally.

After Alta's financial aid award, and a $12,000 merit scholarship, her remaining balance is $28,000.00.

Want to help this incredibly talented and amazing young lady?

Please contact Mrs. Catina Crossman in our Benzie Central Business Office, and she will point you in the right direction. [email protected]

Pictured: Alta (10th grade - 24/25)-Her artwork was 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.

Alta is yet another example of big things coming from small places.

Let's show Alta just how big our small community is. 

Please help me by sharing!Let's hear it for Alta Alpers! 

Incredibly proud,

-Mrs. Catina Crossman

Executive Assistant to the Superintendent

Board of Education Administrative Assistant

Director of Communications| Social Media | Talent Mngt. Asst.

Pupil Accounting Specialist

Schools of Choice Coordinator 

12/17/2025
High School Wrestling in Action - @ Glen Lake - December 17

FEED THE PACK...

December 17

Our Benzie Central Huskies are at Glen Lake this evening with a 6:00 PM start.  

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Featured Alumni

Visit our blog for our weekly Featured Friday Alumni. Our Alumni are doing great things and we want to share them with you.

Featured Friday Alumni

Alumni are featured on our district BCCS Facebook page as well as on our website. Enjoy!

Dr. Jake Flynn – Class of 2000Dr. Denis Gonyon – Class of 1990Kara Milliron – Class of 1991Joshua Stoltz – Class of 1994Hannah Rodriquez – Class of 2009Dr. Michele Siderman – Class of 1986John Plumstead – Class of 2004Dr. Ed Scarbrough – Class of 1982Brent Crossman – Class of 1988Victoria Mekas (Mitchell) – Class of 1997Danielle Plumstead (Moss) – Class of 2004Dr. Shannon (Knudson) Leahy – Class of 1992Todd Addis – Class of 2005Jason Nordbeck – Class of 1993Joe Smeltzer – Class of 2008Cory Taylor – Class of 2012Heather Bruce (Gray) – Class of 1995Jason Flynn – Class of 1997Ted Quick – Class of 1986Amy Gehring Ph.D. – Class of 1990Michael Bair – Class of 1992Adam Herringa – Class of 1994Rachael Waterson Duncan Pharm.D – Class of 2005Kristi (Sneary) Bush – Class of 1990Billie (Grudzien) Hooker – Class of 1998Anne Herron – Class of 1983Lori (MacGirr) Wells – Class of 1983Jessica (Smith) Edinger – Class of 2005Marshal Dunham – Class of 2016Samantha Lathwell – Class of 2002Debbie (Plont) Garden – Class of 1983Christal Frost – Class of 1998Chase Gray – Class of 2012Alyssa Smith – Class of 2011Nathan Hejl – Class of 2012Annie Browning – Class of 1995Sally Ramey Rook – Class of 2002Eric Caugh – Class of 1989Caitlin Lorenc – Class of 2005Kendra McIntyre (Carpenter) – Class of 2000Ginger Heyn (Torresan) – Class of 1992Laurel Jewett (Yalch) – Class of 1999Michaela Williams – Class of 2013Jessica (Lemmen) Whaley – Class of 2013Ashley (Kriskywicz) Knox – Class of 2005Jason Sheffer – Class of 2002Matt Block – Class of 1992Ashley Parrotte – Class of 2008Justin Purchase – Class of 2012Luc Blazejewski – Class of 2005Travis Thenikl – Class of 2007

Catina Crossman
Director of Communications
(231) 882-9653, ext. 2001


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