Principal Update - BHS Families

In This Edition...

Upcoming Events
7th St. Construction Project - Currently in Progress
Summer Office Hours - Please Note Adjusted Times
Test Out Materials
Honors/AP English Summer Reading Material Pick Up
Make Up Attendance
Online Back to School Registration Completion - Your Action Needed
Fall Sports Participation/Tryout Information - Please Check Dates ASAP
New Staff Welcome
Building and District Calendars for the Year
Purchasing Athletic Passes for 2026/27 School Year
Back to School Registration - Save the Date!
School Breakfast/Lunch Information for 2026/27 School Year
Athletic Department Hiring Student Staff
BHS PTO Meeting Information - Next Year's PTO Officers
Prospective New Families Newsletter
Senior Specific Information

Future Senior Parent Meeting Info - Presentation and Additional Information Included
Senior Student and Family Guide to Preparing for Senior Year and Beyond
Scholarship Opportunities
Senior Questionnaire - Link Included

Opportunities to Meet with BHS Administration
BHS Counseling Department
WHMI Stats Person to Join the Broadcast Team - Apply ASAP
Senior All Night Party - Volunteers Needed
Hailey's Trade Apprenticeship for Students
Previous Resources - Links Included

Upcoming Events

Monday, August 3rd - Back to School Registration Packet Opens Online
Monday, August 10th - First Official Day of Fall Sports
Wednesday, August 12th - Test Out @ 10 am (*only for students who already signed up*)
Monday, August 31st - Back to School Registration (Juniors and Seniors, times provided below)
Tuesday, September 1st - Back to School Registration (Freshmen and Sophomores, times provided below)
Tuesday, September 1st - Club Fair in Aux Gym (12 pm - 3 pm)
Thursday, September 3rd - 1st Home Football Game (Youth Night)
Tuesday, September 8th - 1st Day of School for 2026/27 School Year (schedule to follow)
Friday, September 11th - Senior Sunrise Breakfast @ 6:30 am in the BHS Stadium
Tuesday, September 15th - Open House from 6 pm to 8 pm (schedule to follow)

7th St. Construction Project - Currently in Progress

In case you were not aware, there is a major construction project currently taking place on/around 7th St. that will last through the summer and require you to enter the parking lot differently than you may normally. For those of you who are not aware, 7th St. is the road you turn onto in order to enter the parking lot in front of the school. This will impact you or your student if either of you will be at BHS for any reason between now and the start of the school year. As a result, you will need to enter the parking lot via the light next to the football field. A press release including all of the details can be found here.

Summer Office Hours - Please Note Adjusted Times

In case you need to stop by the office for anything this summer, we do have adjusted hours where the office is open and available for anything including pick ups of any needed items. The summer schedule is provided below. If you need something and these hours do not work for you, please reach out via email (evansm@brightonk12.com) and we will work with you to coordinate another option.

Between Now and Friday, August 7th:

Monday through Thursday from 7 am to 3 pm

After Friday, August 7th:

Monday through Friday from 7 am to 3 pm

Test Out Materials

If your student is planning on testing out of a course on August 12th and they signed up to do so, they should have already received an email to their school email address with the details about the test out and any study materials/resources. If there is a textbook for them to use as a study resource, it can be picked up during open office hours.

**For students testing out of health or PE, there are no materials to pick up. Study materials have been provided electronically.**

Honors/AP English Summer Reading Material Pick Up

Summer reading materials for the following classes can be picked up in the Main Office during open office hours (7 am to 3 pm, Monday through Thursday until August 7th, and Monday through Friday after August 7th):

Honors English 9 (Incoming Freshmen)

AP Seminar (Incoming Sophomores)

AP Language and Composition (Incoming Juniors)

AP Literature and Composition (Incoming Seniors)

Make Up Attendance

For students who have not yet made up attendance time from the 2nd Semester, there are no additional set times in order to be able to do so. Students need to coordinate this directly with their Grade Level Principal.

**Failure to make up any required attendance time may result in your student earning a "No Credit" in any courses in which they are over the 9 allowable absences.**

Online Back to School Registration Completion - Your Action Needed

As in years past, there is an online component to back to school registration that we refer to as "re-registration." We will be sending a standalone email later this week with all necessary information. However, we wanted to give you a heads up that it will be coming so that you can be on the look out for it. We have also included a link to the Back to School Registration Packet here. Important details are provided below:

Opens up on August 3rd and can be completed at that point in time. It will remain open until the start of school.
Must be completed within your ParentConnect account (if you need assistance with log-in information, you must contact pc@brightonk12.com).
In-person Back to School Registration cannot be completed until the online component has been completed in its entirety. This means without doing so, students would not have access to their schedules, be able to obtain their Student ID card, obtain parking passes, etc.

Fall Sports Participation/Tryout Information - Please Check Dates ASAP

As you know, we will have our annual Club Fair on Tuesday, September 1st from 12 pm to 3 pm in the Aux Gym. Athletics are also another great way to get involved at BHS and it is important to know that fall sports (whether tryouts are required or not) all start prior to the beginning of the school year. There are also certain registration and medical components that need to be completed before participation/trying out is able to occur.

For more information on what is required, as well as tryout/participation information, access the BHS/SMS 2026-27 Tryouts/First Day of Practice Information Sheet.

New Staff Welcome

As we prepare for another exciting school year, we are thrilled to welcome several new staff members to the Brighton High School family! Each brings unique experiences, talents, and a genuine passion for supporting students both academically and personally. We know they will make a positive impact on our students, school, and community, and we look forward to the many ways they will contribute to Brighton High School.

Ms. Adams - BHS Bookkeeper

Ms. Hill - Business Teacher

Mr. Knittle - Social Studies Teacher

Ms. Dew - American Sign Language Teacher

Ms. Kerr - BHS Media Assistant

Ms. Sakalauskas - Spanish Teacher

Officer Bell - School Resource Officer (last at BAS in 2024-25)

Please join us in giving them a warm Bulldog welcome!

Building and District Calendars for the Year

We have been receiving a few questions about events taking place this year that may impact your student(s) or family as you take part in some long term planning for the year. While both the district and Brighton High School specific calendars are available online, we also want to include them here so that you have access to them in one spot for your reference. Please keep in mind, some class/sport/club specific events may not be included on the building calendar. Individual teachers/coaches/sponsors are still the best source of information for many of these events that only impact pockets of students or are not open to the public. Calendars/lists of events are provided below:

Purchasing Athletic Passes for 2026/27 School Year

Support Brighton student-athletes all year long!

Purchase a 2026–27 Brighton High School (BHS) and Scranton Middle School (SMS) Sports Pass to enjoy home regular-season events while supporting our student-athletes. Sports passes are valid for home regular-season BHS and SMS-sponsored contests only. Passes are not valid for ice hockey, MHSAA tournaments, club sports, or fundraising events.

Otherwise, regular event tickets are electronic only and available through GoFan.co:

BHS: $6
Scranton: $3

Choose the pass that's right for you, scan QR code to purchase, or click here.

Option 1: Family Sports Pass – $225

Admits two adults and children living in the same household to home regular-season BHS and SMS events
Purchase before Student Registration so students in grades 7–12 receive a sports pass sticker on their Student ID and pick up the adult pass cards

Students must bring their new ID and printed Zeffy receipt to the Brighton Athletics table at in-person Student Registration
SMS Registration: Aug. 20 & 26
BHS Registration: Aug. 31 & Sept. 1
**Note: Children in 8th grade and younger must be accompanied by a responsible adult at all high school events

Option 2: BHS Student-Only Pass – $65 (student ID required to purchase, check ParentConnect)

For one Brighton High School student (grades 9–12) only
Purchase before registration so the pass sticker can be added to the student's new ID at Registration on Aug. 31 or Sept. 1. Students must bring their new ID and printed Zeffy receipt to the Brighton Athletics table at in-person Student Registration

Option 3: Individual-Only Adult Pass – $105

Admits one adult to home regular-season BHS and SMS events. Adult pass cards will be mailed to the address provided at checkout
Ages 62+ and children 5 and under are admitted free
This pass is not intended for BHS students who are 18 years old; those students should purchase the BHS Student-Only Pass

Using Your Pass Before It Arrives

If you need to attend an event before receiving your pass, bring a printed Zeffy receipt showing the purchaser's name and email address. Photo ID may be required. Printed receipts will be accepted for admission through September 11, 2026

Back to School Registration - Save the Date!

Back to School Registration will be on Monday, August 31st and Tuesday, September 1st this year. As a reminder, students can register at a LATER registration time if they coordinate this with their grade level principal, but not at an earlier one. Registration dates and times are provided below:

Incoming Seniors - Monday, August 31st from 8 am to 11 am
Incoming Juniors - Monday, August 31st from 12 pm to 3 pm
Incoming Sophomores - Tuesday, September 1st from 8 am to 11 am
Incoming Freshmen - Tuesday, September 1st from 12 pm to 3 pm (Club Fair will also be at this point in time)

School Breakfast/Lunch Information for 2026/27 School Year

We have been getting a handful of questions on if breakfast and lunch will be free again for the 2026/27 school year. At this point in time, we are anticipating the following (although it is always subject to change). We will let you know if any changes to the follow information take place.

For the 2026–2027 school year, Michigan's universal free school meals program is continuing, so students can continue to receive one free breakfast and one free lunch each school day if they so choose.The program is funded through a combination of federal reimbursements and state funding.

An important note:

À la carte items, second meals, and some extra snacks or beverages are not included and would still require payment

Athletic Department Hiring Student Staff

The Athletic Department is hiring student staff for the 2026-2027 school year. Student staff offer competitive wages and flexible hours. Work includes: setting up for events, working during events and tearing down after the events. You do not need to play a sport to work for athletics! Applications and work permits are available outside of the Athletic Office.

BHS PTO Information - Next Year's PTO Officers

The next PTO Meeting will be in September. However, at May's PTO meeting, the PTO Officers were elected for the 2026-27 school year. The 2026-27 PTO Officers are provided below:

President - Deanne Ferrell

Vice President - Tracie Nord

Treasurer - Karen Nicholson

Secretary - Jessica Custer

As a reminder, BHS PTO is an active part of our students' overall high school experience. In addition to others, the BHS PTO proudly supports the following activities throughout the school year: Registration, educational student assemblies, Academic Letter and Academic Letter Lunches, the Academic Wall, Freshmen class activities, staff appreciation events, financial support for student-run after school clubs and organizations, and the Senior Picnic.

Prospective New Families Newsletter

You may or may not be aware, but the enrollment and school of choice windows are now open for the 2026-27 school year! It is important to keep our enrollment steady, or even increasing to allow us to maximize our offerings for our students and set them up for future success. If you know of anyone who will be new to BHS next year or who may be considering BHS as an option for enrollment next year, we have an excellent resource you can share with them. It is provided below. Also, feel free to connect them with us if they have any questions or are looking to set up an opportunity to tour the building!

Prospective New Families Newsletter

Senior Specific Information

Future Senior Parent Meeting Info - Presentation and Additional Information Included

Hello Class of 2027 Students, Parents, and Guardians,

It was a pleasure to see so many of you at the Future Senior Parent Night in the spring. To ensure that everyone has access to the information shared, we’ve included a voiceover slide show and a PDF of the slideshow, as well as some other important information.

Additionally, all Class of 2027 Seniors should have heard the voiceover slide show in their English class at some point over the last two weeks of school.

Below are some important links for Senior year:

Voiceover Slide Show

PDF Slide Show (with active links)

Parchment (transcripts if not using Common App)

Common App

Senior Questionnaire (only needed if letters of recommendation are required)

We know this time can be exciting and nerve-racking. Please know that we are here to help! Mrs. Caverly will be in the office at the beginning of August and Mr. Evans will be in the office throughout the summer.

We are excited to navigate Senior year with all of you!

Feel free to reach out with any questions.

All the Best,

Jennifer Caverly (caverlyj@brightonk12.com) and Matt Evans (evansm@brightonk12.com)

Senior Student and Family Guide to Preparing for Senior Year and Beyond

Our goal is to make Senior Year, as well as any post-secondary planning as stress-free as possible for our students and families. Some of this work can begin now with preparation for the Common App officially opening on August 1st. Other items will need to be completed throughout the year. While we will be sharing targeted information as certain deadlines approach, we want to share this information with you in advance to allow you to plan on what to expect as much as possible. Important information on items to consider and timelines for doing so is provided above. A copy of the document can also be found here. We are always here to answer any questions and alleviate and concerns!

Scholarship Opportunities

There are a number of local, state, and national scholarships that are shared with district personnel that we make every effort to share with our students and families as well. Some of these scholarships will be highlighted individually as they are brought to our attention or as they are in need of applicants. There are also scholarship search services for less local scholarships that we provide information on too. These include opportunities to increase access to different postsecondary options, not just college. A few of these resources are provided below as our students and families begin the search process.

Senior Questionnaire - Link Included

No matter what post-secondary option a student is considering, it is possible that they may require letters of recommendation that help them accomplish their post-secondary pursuits. One of the best tools to help in the receipt of high quality letters of recommendation is sharing the correct, important information with those who will be writing these letters. The Senor Questionnaire is one of the best ways to provide this information to building administration and counselors. A copy of student responses will be shared with the student, but we also have a digital copy that can be typed on or hand written on if that is preferred by the student and better meets their needs. Links to these resources are provided below:

Senior Questionnaire Google Form

Senior Questionnaire Digital Copy (can print or you will need to make a copy if you intend to type directly on it)

Opportunities to Meet with BHS Administration

If you need to meet with your student's Grade Level Principal for any reason, please don't hesitate to reach out. If your student has a 504 and will be returning to BHS in the fall, you should have recently received an additional communication offering you the opportunity to have your student's support plan continue as written, or the chance to meet to address any necessary changes. If your student has a 504 and will be a Freshman this year, you should have received an additional communication asking you to set up a time to meet to discuss the plan in greater detail, in order to help facilitate a smooth transition to a new environment next year. To contact your student's Grade Level Principal, please see the information below:

Mr. Matt Evans (Lead Principal, Grade Level Principal for 12th Grade)

Phone: (810) 299 - 4101 (office)

(810) 852 - 9905 (evening)

Email: evansm@brightonk12.com

Schedule an Appointment Directly

Mr. Nate Grabowski (Grade Level Principal for 9th Grade)

Phone: (810) 299 - 4103

Email: grabown@brightonk12.com

Schedule an Appointment Directly

Mrs. Tracie Richards (Grade Level Principal for 10th Grade)

Phone: (810) 299 - 4114

Email: richardst@brightonk12.com

Schedule an Appointment Directly

Mrs. Jennifer Napuli (Grade Level Principal for 11th Grade)

Phone: (810) 299 - 4112

Email: napulij@brightonk12.com

Schedule an Appointment Directly

BHS Counseling Department

As a reminder, if you would like to meet with your student's counselor for any reason, you can reach the Counseling Office at (810) 299-4150. You can also schedule an appointment with their counselor using the following links below:

9th Grade: Mr. Miner - https://bit.ly/MrMiner

10th Grade: Mrs. Feliks - Mrs. Feliks' Appointment Calendar

11th Grade: Mrs. Petit - https://bit.ly/MrsPetit

12th Grade: Mrs. Caverly - https://bit.ly/MrsCaverly

Upcoming Community Events and Opportunities for Students/Parents

WHMI Stats Person to Join the Broadcast Team - Apply ASAP

WHMI is still looking for an additional stats person to join their Broadcast team. More information about this position can be found below:

Role would be to provide stats for each football game the student is allocated.
Would have the opportunity to work alongside Ryan Wooley, Terry Foster and Lawton Lunce to interview HS Student athletes and have their interviews heard on WHMI's weekend sports program; Inside the Huddle.
Good opportunity for a young person to get firsthand experience in broadcast sports.
Do not have to play the sport, just have an interest/understanding and good with numbers.
Any interested student can reach out to Richard Renko directly via email to set up a short interview. An email address is included on the informational flyer. The informational flyer can be found here!

Senior All Night Party - Volunteers Needed

We are in need of volunteers for both Senior All Night Party Board Positions and Team Leaders! A sign up for general volunteers to assist with set up and running the party will come out later this school year. Details on positions currently being sought are provided below:

Senior All Night Party Lead (replacing Michelle Letendre)
Senior All Night Party Board Treasurer
Senior All Night Party General Board Member
Senior All Night Party Spa Team Leader

Currently, half of the board is planning on returning, so you would have plenty of support if interested in stepping into any of these roles.

If interested, please contact Matt Evans (evansm@brightonk12.com)

Hailey's Trade Apprenticeship for Students

Please see the information below regarding an upcoming with Hailey’s Trade Apprenticeship, a virtual program that trains students in furniture repair — a skilled trade with strong demand and immediate earning potential:

We are excited to announce that we have recently completed another successful course and are now accepting enrollment for our next class beginning 08/31/2026 from 11:00 AM–12:30 PM EST. We would love for your students to be a part of this opportunity and gain hands-on knowledge in a high-demand skilled trade.

Students learn:

Wood and structural repair
Upholstery basics
Color and finish matching
Motion furniture diagnostics
Customer service and in-home repair skills

There is a current shortage of trained technicians in the furniture industry, creating consistent work opportunities for individuals with these skills.

Registration is now open:
https://learnhta.com/enrollment

Previous Resources - Links Included

Brighton High School

Matt Evans, Lead Principal, Grade Level Principal Class of 2027

Website: https://bhs.brightonk12.com/
Location: Brighton High School, Brighton Road, Brighton, MI, USA
Phone: (810)299-4100
Twitter: @BrightonHS

In This Edition...

Upcoming Events

7th St. Construction Project - Currently in Progress

Summer Office Hours - Please Note Adjusted Times

Test Out Materials

Honors/AP English Summer Reading Material Pick Up

Make Up Attendance

Online Back to School Registration Completion - Your Action Needed

Fall Sports Participation/Tryout Information - Please Check Dates ASAP

New Staff Welcome

Building and District Calendars for the Year

Purchasing Athletic Passes for 2026/27 School Year

Back to School Registration - Save the Date!

School Breakfast/Lunch Information for 2026/27 School Year

Athletic Department Hiring Student Staff

BHS PTO Information - Next Year's PTO Officers

Prospective New Families Newsletter

Senior Specific Information Senior Specific Information

Future Senior Parent Meeting Info - Presentation and Additional Information Included

Senior Student and Family Guide to Preparing for Senior Year and Beyond

Scholarship Opportunities

Senior Questionnaire - Link Included

Opportunities to Meet with BHS Administration

BHS Counseling Department

Upcoming Community Events and Opportunities for Students/Parents Upcoming Community Events and Opportunities for Students/Parents

WHMI Stats Person to Join the Broadcast Team - Apply ASAP

Senior All Night Party - Volunteers Needed

Hailey's Trade Apprenticeship for Students

Previous Resources - Links Included

Brighton High School

Senior Specific Information

Upcoming Community Events and Opportunities for Students/Parents