Communications / News

It is with great pride that we congratulate Carson Case on his commitment to The University of Olivet to continue his Academic and Athletic Career. 

Carson is a multiple-time, All-Conference Basketball Player.

He was named All State this past season, as well as one of the Top Shooters in the State of Michigan.  

He is only the 11th player in Benzie Central history to reach 1,000 points. While excelling on the Basketball court, Carson also excels in the classroom,  he carries a 4.11GPA and has completed numerous Honors classes and Dual Enrollment classes during his time at Benzie Central on his way to becoming the Salutatorian for the class of 2026. 

 He is a great representative of Benzie Central  and his family.

 He will pursue a degree in Business. Benzie Central is proud of you and wishes you luck on the next step of your educational and athletic journey. 

Go Comets! Go BC!

MEET DAY!

Benzie Garland Invitational 

Benzie Central High School 

3:30 PM

Benzie County Central Schools is seeking interest - 

Can you multi-task while doing a juggling act? (and still do everything else at the same time?)

Well then, this may just be for you. 

Secretary - High School 
Begins 2026/27 School Year
Application Deadline:  May 1

Join our team today!

https://benzieschools.net/downloads/_jobs_/secretary_-_high_school_4.17.2026.pdf

Benzie County Central Schools is pleased to announce their newest soon-to-be member of our Husky family.

Mrs. Lisa Migazzi, M.Ed. 

Lisa will be our Betsie Valley Elementary Principal, effective July 1, 2026.  

It is safe to say that Betsie Valley Elementary will be in good hands!

Lisa Migazzi, M.Ed. is an educator, leader, and community connector dedicated to improving outcomes for children, families, and schools.

 With a career spanning classroom teaching, nonprofit leadership, and regional STEM strategy, she brings a unique blend of instructional expertise, organizational leadership, and systems-level thinking to her work.Lisa currently serves as an educator at Leland Public School, where she designs and adapts curriculum to meet the diverse needs of all learners while contributing to school improvement and curriculum development efforts.

 Her passion for creating inclusive, engaging learning environments is grounded in years of experience across grade levels and school settings, where she has consistently been recognized for fostering strong student achievement and a positive classroom culture.

Previously, Lisa served as Chief Executive Officer of the Traverse Bay Children’s Advocacy Center, after holding the role of Director of Intervention Services.

 In that role, she led organizational strategy, operations, and community partnerships to support children impacted by abuse. 

She strengthened multidisciplinary collaboration, expanded advocacy resources, and maintained high levels of client satisfaction while supporting efforts to secure critical funding.Lisa’s leadership extends to regional education systems through her work as a MiSTEM Regional Director, where she supported STEM implementation across multiple districts, managed grant funding, and facilitated partnerships between schools, industry, and community organizations.

 Her ability to connect stakeholders and align resources has made her a trusted collaborator and strategic leader throughout Northwest Michigan.A U.S. Coast Guard veteran, Lisa served eight years in a variety of roles, including as a Health Service Technician (Corpsman), where she provided medical care, managed regional pharmacy operations, and led training initiatives. She was a certified EMT and also served in law enforcement as a boarding team member, further strengthening her skills in high-pressure decision-making and public safety. 

Her military service instilled a deep sense of discipline, service, and leadership that continues to guide her professional work today.

Lisa holds a Master’s Degree in Educational Leadership from Grand Valley State University and maintains a Professional Education Certificate in the State of Michigan. 

She is widely recognized for her ability to build meaningful relationships, lead with integrity, and create environments where students, staff, and communities can thrive.

This is what Lisa had to say on her newly appointed role at Betsie Valley Elementary.  

"I am incredibly excited to begin this journey and look forward to partnering with all of you, the leadership team, the staff, and the broader school community. I am committed to supporting the continued success of the district and to serving with integrity, collaboration, and a deep belief in the potential of every child."

Please help us in welcoming Mrs. Lisa Migazzi. 

It's MEET DAY! 

 (Sounds way MORE FUN than TAX DAY!

Please note that the location has moved to Glen Lake High School.

Come on out and cheer on our Huskies! 

Rain, rain, go away!