Enjoy Spring Break! From here to the last day of school is a full on sprint so rest up and be ready. We will be back in session on Monday the 31st, bright and early. For those of you traveling this week, be safe on the roads. For those staying home, enjoy the time together and try to explore something new locally.

- Mr. Cornwell, SHS Principal

On April 9th (Sophomores) and April 10th (Freshman) we will be going to Dow Diamond and Dow Gardens. Each day we will be leaving school at 8:15 and return at 2:45 and will be providing a sack lunch for students (students have gotten emails from Mr. Willett about lunches).

Parent/Guardian Opt-Out Form for Optional Information Provided During the SAT Suite of Assessments

As weather gets warmer, just a reminder about the student dress code, which is intended to maintain an environment that is conductive to learning.

The U.S. Department of Education recently announced the 2025-26 FAFSA form is now available for students looking to secure financial aid in the 2025-25 Academic Year.

The FAFSA form connects students to various forms of Federal and State financial aid programs. The FAFSA is required for most State of Michigan financial aid programs, including the Michigan Achievement Scholarship!

Students can complete the FAFSA at StudentAid.gov.

For additional information about the FAFSA, please visit our FAFSA resources page.

We're thrilled to re-announce the new app for Shepherd Bluejays! It's everything Shepherd Bluejays, in your pocket. Download the app for Android or iPhone.

1. Good school attendance is a habit every student should develop. Regular attendance is essential for each student to take advantage of their educational opportunities. If a child must be absent from school, one of the following is required:

   1. A phone call (989-828-6601) to the school on the day of the absence letting the school know why the student is absent and when the student is expected to return to school.

   2. Upon return to school, the student or parent/guardian must bring a note signed and dated by the parent/guardian with a specific reason for the absence.

   
   

   The student is responsible for making up any schoolwork missed due to their absence.

   Attendance is taken by teachers on the following basis: Secondary (MS/HS) - At the beginning of each scheduled class period.