District News

Benzie Central Hiking Club - Saturday, May 9

Fri, 01 May 2026 04:00:00 GMT

Benzie Central Hiking Club May Hike Saturday, May 9

8:30 AM

Alligator Hill Trail, west of Glen Arbor

The Benzie Central Hiking Club will be hosting a hike every month during the school year.

Benzie Central students in grades 9-12 are welcome to participate at no cost.

May's hike will be held on Saturday, May 9 at Alligator Hill Trail, west of Glen Arbor.

Students can get further information and permission slips from the high school office or from Mr. Stewart in Room 225.

MEET DAY - May 1

Fri, 01 May 2026 04:00:00 GMT

Meet Day

May 1

Go Huskies!

National Principals Day - May 1

Fri, 01 May 2026 04:00:00 GMT

Today, Benzie County Central Schools would like to thank our building principals for there dedication and leadership.

Thank you to Sharyl Corey, Lake Ann Elementary, Steve Graetz, Homestead Hills Elementary, Alex Byland, Middle School, and Cheryl Smith, High School and Benzie Academy for the care and thought you put into leading our school community.

We appreciate you!

Have a great weekend,-

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

Teacher Appreciation Week - May 4-8

Fri, 01 May 2026 04:00:00 GMT

Happy Teacher Appreciation Week-

May 4-8, 2026

During Teacher Appreciation Week, we want to recognize the incredible commitment you all bring to Benzie County Central Schools.

The dedication extends far beyond teaching, and the impact reaches far beyond the classroom.

You inspire curiosity, shape futures, and build confidence daily.

We acknowledge the vital role you play, today and every day and we very much look forward to celebrating you all next week.

Have a wonderful weekend,

-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

BENZIE CENTRAL GOLF IN ACTION!

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 04:00:00 GMT

Benzie Central Golf had the opportunity to play at Traverse City Golf and Country Club for a conference match last night.

The Boys finished with a respectable score of 180.

They had some highlights and bright spots yesterday afternoon.

Trace Wenkel lead us with a score of 40 for 9 holes.Rowan Zickert scores a 41 and ended his round with an amazing eagle on the 17th hole.

Carson Deck shot a personal best of 49.

Ryan Davidson and Mason Childs each shot 50.

Adam Coyne shot a 54.

Go Huskies!

Benzie Central Sideline Store Coupons - 20% off NOW THROUGH MAY 9, 2026

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 04:00:00 GMT

Benzie Central Sideline Store Coupons

20% off Husky Gear

Stock up on your red and white gear today!

Offer expires May 9, 2026

https://sideline.bsnsports.com/schools/michigan/benzonia/benzie-central-high-school

Help us by sharing!

Go Huskies!

Benzie Central Softball and Baseball in Action - Thursday, April 30

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 04:00:00 GMT

Hey, hey, hey HUSKY FANS!

Come on out and cheer our Huskies on to victory this afternoon.

They take on the Cadillac Vikings on their homefields at 4:15 PM.

GO BC!

GAME DAY- April 30

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 04:00:00 GMT

It's Game Day!

In Benzie Central Softball News - 100th STRIKE OUT!

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 04:00:00 GMT

In Benzie Central Softball News!

On Tuesday night, Maddy Swander earned her 100th strikeout of the season while taking on the Buckley Bears.

Congratulations, Maddy!

SPRING POPS CONCERT AND ART FAIR

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 04:00:00 GMT

POPS Concert and Spring Art Show

Thursday, May 7 Art Show - 5:00 PM

POPS Concert - 7:00 PM

-----Benzie Central Hiking Club-----

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 04:00:00 GMT

We just love, love, love this!

On Sunday, the Benzie Central Hiking Club hosted its first hike.

Students joined Mr. Stewart, Ms. Pritchett, Mr. Hammar, Mr. Jarnot, Ms. White, Mr. Fischbach, and Mrs. Fischbach to hike Treat Farm Trail, near Empire.

It was a perfect morning to be outside and take in the beautiful views!

The Benzie Central Hiking Club will be hosting a hike every month during the school year.

Benzie Central students in grades 9-12 are welcome to participate at no cost.

May's hike will be held on Saturday, May 9 at Alligator Hill Trail, west of Glen Arbor.

Students can get further information and permission slips from the high school office or from Mr. Stewart in Room 225.

Homestead Hills Elementary - BOYS NIGHT - May 1

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 04:00:00 GMT

Homestead Hills Elementary

Don’t forget, this Friday is a night of fun and games!

See you there!

HUSKY SOFTBALL NEWS

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 04:00:00 GMT

The Lady Huskies hosted the Buckley Bears last night for a double header.

Game 1 Loss 1-10

Game 2 Win 2-1.

Maddy Swander pitched 2 complete games.

Game 1, 6 innings pitched, allowed 13 hits, and 12 strikeouts.Game 2, 6 innings pitched, allowed 6 hits, and 9 strikeouts.

Hitters: Game 1: Lydia Heiges and Maddy Swander singles Game 2: Lydia Heiges, Moraya Mosher and Emma VonBuskirk one single each. Lillian Robart 2 singles, RBI. Pictured are the players of the night Lilly Robart, Emma VonBuskirk, Maddy Swander, and Lydia Heiges.

The girls are back in action at home on Thursday against Cadillac.

Go Huskies!

SCHOOL BUS DRIVER APPRECIATION DAY

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 04:00:00 GMT

Benzie County Central Schools would like to recognize their Transportation Department for literally GOING THE EXTRA MILE for our precious cargo each day.

Thank you to our school bus drivers, dispatch, our mechanic and our Director of Transportation for the care, patience, and dedication you all show every day.

You do far more than just drive—you ensure students get to and from school safely, often with a smile and a kind word that can make a big difference.

Through early mornings, long routes, and all kinds of weather, your commitment does not go unnoticed.

We truly appreciate everything you do to support our communities and keep our children safe.

Benzie Central High School PLANT SALE - May 21 and 22

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 04:00:00 GMT

It's that time of year....SPRING IS IN THE AIR!

Benzie Central High School Plant Sale

May 21 and 22 from 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM - Greenhouse

Staff, students, families, community members welcome!

Cabbage

Broccoli

Tomatoes

Peppers

Onions

Lettuce

Beans

Peas

Squash

Flowers

Questions? Contact Mr. Ross Gay - rossg@benzieschools.net

Flyer Courtesy of the lovely and talented, Alta Alpers.

NOW HIRING - MIDDLE SCHOOL VOLLEYBALL COACH

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 04:00:00 GMT

Benzie County Central Schools is seeking interest -

Middle School Volleyball Coach 2026/27

Why Join With Us?

~Be part of a program that values hustle, heart, and teamwork
~Opportunity to shape a competitive squad and leave your mark
~Supportive environment where your coaching style can thrive

If you’re ready to bring the heat, run a tight rotation, and take our program to the next level, we want to hear from you.

https://benzieschools.net/downloads/_jobs_/middle_school_volleyball_coach_4.28.2026.pdf

PLEASE SUBMIT NOTIFICATION OF INTEREST/RESUME TO:
BCCS ATHLETIC DIRECTOR, ELI HARRIS
9300 HOMESTEAD RD. BENZONIA, MI 49616

Player of the Week - Benzie Central Baseball

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 04:00:00 GMT

This week's Player of the Week - Logan Osborne.

Logan hit for a .740 average while driving in 2 Huskies.

He also stole 3 bases.

Congratulations, Logan.

This Week in Sports - April 27- May 3

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 12:00:00 GMT

This Week in Sports

April 27-May 3

https://benzieschools.net/downloads/communications/this_week_in_sports_-_april_27_-_may_3.pdf

Go Huskies!

Homestead Hills Elementary - GIRLS NIGHT - GLOW PARTY!

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 04:00:00 GMT

Homestead Hills Elementary

Girls Night Glow Party

Do they know how to have fun or what?

Homestead Hills Elementary - Scholastic Book Fair - May 4-8

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 04:00:00 GMT

- Homestead Hills Elementary -
May 4 - May 8

Buy one, get one free offer.

The Scholastic book fair is back next week and it’s BOGO SALE!!! Set up your E-Wallet and/or Volunteer for this event below! 👇

📕 Click this link to set up your E-Wallet for your student:
https://bookfairs.scholastic.com/bf/homesteadhillselementary

📕 Click this link to volunteer to work the book fair:
https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1Tw_uOLhHJki_SIA94Bv4zn4IWwGidP8z7J66AvS_Qp0/edit?gid=0#gid=0

In Memory of John Marshall

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 04:00:00 GMT

“At Lake Ann Elementary there will never be a way to fill the void of our incredible Mr. Marshall.

But today, on this week with Earth Day, we were able to plant an everlasting memorial Yoshino Cherry tree in his memory.

Our 5th grade class organized and led a tree planting ceremony by reading poems and sharing memories of our dear mentor and friend. Mrs. Marshall was presented with hanging baskets to thank her for attending and for sharing her amazing husband with all of us.

Mr. Marshall touched the hearts and influenced the lives of our entire Lake Ann Elementary community more than he will ever know. ”

Mia Jones - Eagle Scout Rank

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 04:00:00 GMT

Benzie Central Senior, Mia Jones, completed her Eagle Scout rank last night upon passing her board of review.

Let’s hear it for this kind, talented and all-around wonderful young lady.

Personal Record - Parker Pritchett - SHOT PUT!

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 04:00:00 GMT

Personal Record

Parker Pritchett

Shot Put

Reed City Invitational CHAMPIONS!

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 04:00:00 GMT

Reed City Invitational CHAMPIONS!

BC Girls Track and Field

Science Olympiad - Benzie Central High School - NEWS ALERT!

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 04:00:00 GMT

"Benzie Central's Science Olympiad team wrapped up their 2026 season with a strong showing at the State Tournament this weekend.

Competing against the 68 best teams in Michigan, the Varsity team finished 45th overall after winning the Region 2 championship last February.

With a team primarily composed of new Freshmen and graduating seniors this year, Benzie Central proved its consistency across several events and continues to improve, gain experience, and raise the bar each season.

This year, the school placed highly in events such as Astronomy (19th, Piper Barnard & Aven Sprague), Robot Tour (23rd, Khloe Moore & Owen Sutherland), Designer Genes (26th, Piper Barnard & Moraya Mosher), and Forensics (27th, Moraya Mosher & Izadora Pearson). Most impressively, freshman Malcolm Fettes and partner Khloe Moore earned a 7th place medal (the highest any Husky has ever scored at the State competition!) for the hovercraft that Malcolm built and tested over the course of several months.

We are so proud of how far this group has come and excited about their future success.

Go Huskies!"

WE ARE HIRING - SECONDARY PARAPROFESSIONAL - 6.5 HOURS

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 04:00:00 GMT

Benzie County Central Schools is seeking interest -

Paraprofessional - 6.5 - Secondary

Join our team today!

https://benzieschools.net/downloads/_jobs_/6.5_paraprofessional_-secondary_-_4.27.2026.pdf

Film & New Media - Northwest Ed. Services - Bronze Medalists - Benzie Central

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 04:00:00 GMT

Let's hear it for Eli Walker and Adam Wood - Bronze Medalists

Congratulations to our Film & New Media students who represented us at the 2026 Skills USA Michigan state conference, earning Gold and Bronze honors in Digital Cinema Production.

Help us congratulate these talented and hardworking students!

Gold Medalists:

- Roman Hoppe (11th Grade, Elk Rapids)

- Sophie Augenstein (11th Grade, Bellaire)

Bronze Medalists:

- Eli Walker (12th Grade, Benzie Central)-

Adam Wood (12th Grade, Benzie Central)

Learn more about our North Ed Career Tech Film & New Media program:

https://www.northwested.org/o/ct/page/film-new-media

- Agriculture and Natural Resource Class -

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 04:00:00 GMT

Mr Gay's Agriculture and Natural Resources classes have been busy in the classroom identifying and dissecting Great Lakes fish, scoring deer antlers, and filling the greenhouse with seedlings for the plant sale in May (details to follow soon).

Girls Night - Glow Party - Homestead Hills Elementary - April 24

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 04:00:00 GMT

Girls Night

Homestead Hills Elementary

Join us for our Glow Party themed dance this Friday!

Carson Case signs letter of intent to Olivet College

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 04:00:00 GMT

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!

NOW HIRING - HIgh School Secretary - 2026/27

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 04:00:00 GMT

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

Mrs. Lisa Migazzi, M.Ed., will be our Betsie Valley Elementary Principal, effective July 1, 2026.

Thu, 16 Apr 2026 04:00:00 GMT

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.

PROM 2026 - Saturday, May 2 - Greystone

Mon, 13 Apr 2026 16:00:00 GMT

PROM

Prom will be on Saturday, May 2nd at Greystone.

The theme is “Once Upon a Time”.

Tickets for the Prom are on sale now. You can purchase tickets from Ms. Tennant in the HS Office or from Mrs. Reed at the Ice Cream booth during 2nd lunch on Wednesday's, Thursday's, and Friday's.

The cost is $45 per person if you purchase the tickets by May 1st.

The cost will be $50 if purchased at the door.

Reminders:

Only BCHS and Benzie Academy junior and senior students can buy tickets for themselves and their dates.

Guests that are not BCHS or BA Students need to fill out a guest dance form (located in the HS office). These forms need to be completed and turned in by Wednesday April 29.

All student handbook rules apply to this function.
Tickets are non-refundable.

2026 SENIOR WALK

Mon, 13 Apr 2026 04:00:00 GMT

Seniors

Elementary Walk

Attention Seniors: The Senior class walks through the elementary schools with Mrs. Erfourth is scheduled for Wednesday, April 15th. You will meet with Mrs. Erfourth in the auditorium at 7:40 AM.

BRING YOUR CAP AND GOWN FOR THE WALKS!!

Battle of the Books - Betsie Valley Elementary

Mon, 13 Apr 2026 04:00:00 GMT

On Saturday, 4th & 5th grade students from Betsie Valley Elementary participated in the National Writers Series Battle of the Books event.

The "Cosmic Cows" and the "Magically Mad Meerkats" read 8 books since January and tested their knowledge against other teams in northern Michigan creating skits, designing Coat of Arms posters, and answering quiz questions.

These intellectual warriors were amazing!

Coached by Mr. Wassa, Mrs. Gee, and Miss Marshall, these 11 students were also provided the opportunity to listen to and meet one of the authors of the book "Finding Gobi".

The "Cosmic Cows" even walked away with a Sportsmanship Award. Fantastic representation of intellect and fun!

Great job, readers!

Benzie Central Yard Signs - Get yours today!

Mon, 13 Apr 2026 04:00:00 GMT

Show your school spirit with a Benzie Central yard sign.

$25 - sign and the yard stake.

Reach out to Mrs. jones or Mr. Harris and let them know which design, and how many you would like.

Go BC!

Benzie County Central Schools is pleased to introduce Mr. Nicholas Batchelor

Mon, 13 Apr 2026 04:00:00 GMT

Benzie County Central Schools is pleased to introduce Mr. Nicholas Batchelor. “Nick”

Nick has been newly appointed to our Facilities and Maintenance and Grounds position and just completed his first week with our Husky family.

Fun fact: Nick is a graduate of the 2012 class from Benzie Central High School, and has two children, one of which is a student here at Benzie Central.

He is also the proud owner of a black lab.

He comes to us with an extensive and impressive background in groundskeeping, heavy equipment, and snow removal.

Nick is an outdoorsman and that’s where you will find him in his free time.

During the summer, he enjoys camping and biking and in the winter months he seeks snowsports.

Just spending time with his family in general.

Nick shared that he is looking forward to being at school everyday and meeting new faces.

He is dedicated to keeping our facilities and grounds and fields looking their best for all to enjoy. If you see this guy around, along with his infectious smile, introduce yourself.

Let’s not only give Nick a warm welcome, but promise to do OUR part in keeping our facilities and grounds in tip-top condition along with him.

I live by this rule always: Leave everything you do, and everywhere you go, better than what/how you found it.

It’s that simple.

Welcome Nick. We promise to do our part.

Go Huskies!

-Mrs. Catina Crossman__________________________________

Executive Assistant to the Superintendent

Board of Education Administrative Assistant

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

Buckley Invitational CHAMPIONS! Go Huskies!

Mon, 13 Apr 2026 04:00:00 GMT

Buckley Invitational CHAMPIONS!

Both the boys and girls came out with wins in the 16-team invitational!

Great way to kick off the outdoor track season!

Benzie County: Husky Robotics (Grades 6-8) - SUMMER CAMP!!

Fri, 10 Apr 2026 04:00:00 GMT

Benzie County: Husky Robotics (Grades 6-8)

Class Details:

4 Session(s)Weekly - Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu

Location:

Benzie Central County Schools - Middle School

Instructor:

Marc Alderman

Registration is now open for the Husky Robotics Summer Camp offered in partnership with Northwestern Michigan College - College for Kids!

It is held at Benzie Central Middle School.

Very generous scholarships are available for residents of Benzie County Michigan and it is open to all students who will be in 6th-8th grade next school year.

Let's get ready to rumble! Design, build, and program a robot to compete in a challenge designed exclusively for the Husky Robotics Summer Camp with College for Kids.

Learn to control robots using the VEX IQ platform and compete in a fun freeze tag robot battle!

Each day will include group activities, mechanism and programming lessons, building time, outside time, and a small snack. Join the award-winning Husky Robotics program for a fun and exciting week!

Camp Scholarships available for residents of Benzie County.

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1oQ1pK2ogXjDsdNH37ykyVrVv2-K-ya5RQ_zYOqQP36A/viewform?ts=678e9750&edit_requested=true

Join the Husky Helpers PTO at Homestead Hills Elementary!

Tue, 24 Mar 2026 04:00:00 GMT

Join the Husky Helpers PTO at Homestead Hills Elementary!

We’re looking for enthusiastic parents & guardians to help make a difference in our school!

The Husky Helpers PTO has several open positions, and we’d love for you to be part of our team.

Positions Available:

President
Vice President
Treasurer
Social Media Manager
Secretary

Whether you have a little time or a lot, there’s a place for you in Husky Helpers! Open positions available now — come bring your ideas, energy, and Husky spirit! Interested or want to learn more? Send us a message or reach out today on FB (Husky Helpers PTO) or email us at Huskyhelperspto@gmail.com.

Press Release - For Immediate Release

Mon, 16 Mar 2026 04:00:00 GMT

Press Release - For Immediate Release

Congratulations to our very own, Althea Gaylord!

Althea is a Senior at Benzie County Central Schools.

Her masterpiece, Pigeon with a Hat, won an Award of Excellence at the fabulous Regional Exhibit at the Crooked Tree Art Center!

Althea spent roughly 6 months working on this exceptional Oil Painting in Mr. Bechler's Art Class.

Ever wonder how an idea like these pops into an artist's imagination?

Here is what the artist had to say when asked that exact question...“In part, I was inspired to do my painting Pigeon with a Hat after coming across some of the pieces by the artist Bill Braun.

His work focuses on creating hyper realistic paintings that at first glance look like a child’s art project.

The specific piece that inspired me was Taylor Creek Kokane, which depicts a bear and its cub walking alongside a river full of salmon.

When I first saw the piece, I immediately wanted to try my hand at creating something that might be even a fraction as detailed as his own work. Which is how I came about creating my painting including a pigeon, something that I took liberty in adding—as I adore them.

The painting itself is done entirely with oil paint and consists of multiple layers built up to create the feathers.

” Congratulations, Althea!!

Teach Plus Michigan Policy Fellowship cohort - Tanika Greisiger

Fri, 13 Mar 2026 04:00:00 GMT

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.

2026/27 Early Childhood Fall Enrollment NOW OPEN!!

Thu, 22 Jan 2026 05:00:00 GMT

2026/27 Early Childhood Fall Enrollment NOW OPEN!

Sign-Up via link below.

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdpNJj9-F02Qg6aZHOU_7VfHnVdclrG2Brz-jpOy22W-x25Lw/viewform

Questions?

Melinda Coger

cogerm@benzieschools.net

Substitute Teachers - Join our Team!

Mon, 06 Oct 2025 04:00:00 GMT

Join our team!

Apply on WillSub

https://signup.willsub.com/index.asp?fuseaction=start.show_requirements&fbclid=IwAR1z4LzxiE4gI16218WDm3oN_Qjcp8mZxIOu43vRYqUPdxghXdx93IP5Xug

Tutoring Sessions - Grades 6-12

Mon, 06 Oct 2025 04:00:00 GMT

After-School tutoring has begun.

Tutoring will be offered from 2:50 PM - 3:50 PM in the high school library every Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday.

All students, graders 6th-12th, are encouraged to attend if they need some extra help from a teacher or a dedicated time to study and catch up on work.

If transportation is a challenge, we can provide you with a Benzie Bus pass.

Pass the Torch - Husky Wrestling Club - September 28

Fri, 19 Sep 2025 04:00:00 GMT

Help us thank Coach Lovendusky for his many years of dedication, and welcome Coach Thompson to our family.