Principal Update - BHS Families

• Upcoming Events
• BAS Bond and BHS Specific Information
• Administrative Professionals Day
• School Bus Driver Appreciation Day - April 28th
• Academic Wall of Fame - Congratulations!

• Water Wars 2026 Reminders

• Brighton Choirs Fundraiser - Panda Express on Tuesday, April 28th

• Upcoming Senior Survivor Events
• Mock Accident Assembly - Save the Date
• BHS PTO Meeting Information - Next Meeting Tuesday, May 12th @ 7:30 am
• May Staff Appreciation - Donations Needed
• Prom Tickets On Sale Now!
• BAS Superintendent Newsletter - April
• Academic Progress Communications Starting 4th Quarter
• PEO Scholarship Opportunity - Current Female Juniors
• Current Job Postings for Next Year
• Media Publications Celebrates Decision Day!
• Upcoming Art Shows
• SkillsUSA Auto Competition Results

• Senior Survivor Week 2026 Information

• Senior Survivor 2026 Team Information

• Upcoming College and Organization Visits

• 2026 Unified Youth Sports Camp - Save the Date

• Milan Dragway Battle of the Schools

• Girls Soccer Fundraiser @ Chipotle - Saturday, May 2nd

• Come Test Drive a School Bus! - Saturday, May 2nd

• BHS Automotive Technology Car Show Fundraiser - Saturday, May 16th

• Prospective New Families Newsletter

• Senior All Night Party Information - Raffle Incentive Ends May 3rd, Pre Sale Ends May 17th
• Senior All Night Party Support - Amazon Wishlist Link Provided
• Tutoring Options at BHS
• Senior Specific Information
• Senior Update from Mr. Grabowski and Mr. Miner
• Senior Class Council Scholarship Opportunity
• Brighton High School Instagram Accounts
• Opportunities to Meet with BHS Administration
• BHS Counseling Department - April Counseling Newsletter Included
• Scranton Middle School Presents Beetlejuice Jr. - April 24–26, 2026
• AI and Public Impact Summer Research
• Prime For Life - One Day Teen Substance Use Class
• Upcoming Charity Bicycles Events
• Livingston County Health Department - Important Update on Hearing & Vision Screenings for 2026–2027
• Upcoming Dale Carnegie Teen Program
• Tall Cop Says Stop Newsletter
• City of Brighton Hiring Seasonal Employees for the Summer
• Previous Resources - Links Included

• Friday, April 24th to Wednesday, April 29th - International DECA Competition in Atlanta, GA
• Friday, April 24th to Sunday, April 26th - Scranton Middle School Presents Beetlejuice Jr. @ BCPA (details provided below)
• Tuesday, April 28th to Sunday, May 3rd - Robotics World Championship in Houston, TX
• Tuesday, April 28th - Graduation Song Tryouts for Seniors @ 2:30 pm in LGI Room (Old Choir Room across from Band Room)
• Tuesday, April 28th - Bond Community Forum/Open House from 7 to 8:30 pm @ Hornung Elementary Media Center
• Wednesday, April 29th - Mock Accident Assembly for All Students @ BHS Stadium During 5th and 6th Hour (Schedule Attached)
• Wednesday, April 29th - 8th Grade Parent Night in BCPA from 6 to 8 pm
• Thursday, April 30th - NHS Induction Practice 1st and 2nd Hour
• Thursday, April 30th - NHS Induction @ 6 pm in BCPA
• Thursday, April 30th - Rain Date for Mock Accident Assembly
• Friday, May 1st through Sunday, May 17th - BAS District Art Show in STEAM Center
• Friday, May 1st - Fire Drill During 5th Hour to 6th Hour Passing Time
• Monday, May 4th to Friday, May 8th - Staff Appreciation Week
• Monday, May 4th through Friday, May 15th - AP Testing
• Tuesday, May 5th - Unified Field Day
• Tuesday, May 5th - Unified Sports Camp @ 5 pm in the BHS Stadium
• Thursday, May 7th - Student Council Banquet @ 6 pm in BHS Cafeteria and BCPA
• Friday, May 8th - 4th Quarter Progress Reports Visible to Parents and Students
• Saturday, May 9th - Prom from 7 pm to 10 pm @ Vibe Credit Union Showplace in Novi

As you all know at this point, Brighton High School currently has a bond proposal that will be on the ballot as part of a May 5th election. This bond had the ability to impact all of the schools within the district, but has specific implications for BHS as well.

In addition, there are informational flyers in the Main Office and poster boards in the front vestibule and individuals enter the building outlining important information on the bond, as well as building specific information about what changes are proposed. If you have more questions, we recently received a BHS-specific bond board that not only outlines bond basics if you have questions or if anyone reaches out to you, but also has BHS-specific details about projects included in the bond application. The BHS-specific Bond Board can be found here.

In Dr. Outlaw's newsletter this week, he included a link to register to vote and another to request an absentee ballot. For those that are residents, you can request an absentee ballot now and begin voting absentee as early as March 26. Those voting in-person may do so on May 5th.

As always, please let me know if you have any questions and I will do the best I can to answer them for you.

Wednesday, April 22nd marked this year's Administrative Professionals Day, recognizing our phenomenal office staff for all they do for the students and staff of BHS! I know I am not alone in recognizing that our staff are second to none and I know I personally couldn't do what I do without them!

These ladies are often the first point of contact for our students, families, and visitors, and they consistently help create the environment for our school with professionalism, warmth, and care. Behind the scenes, they keep everything running smoothly, managing countless details, and solving problems, most of the time before I even realize they exist.

So today and every day, we thank them for the positivity, support, and dedication they bring to our building each and every day! We are grateful for all that they do and the impact they have on our school and the people in it!

National Bus Driver Appreciation Day is a great opportunity for us to recognize the incredible individuals who safely transport our students to and from school each day! Our bus drivers don't just drive a route, they build relationships with students and help create a welcoming and consistent start and end to each day, playing a key role in ensuring our students arrive ready to learn.

We are grateful for the care, patience, and responsibility they demonstrate daily. Their commitment to safety and their positive interactions with students help set the tone for a successful school day. If your child rides the bus, we encourage you to take a moment to thank your driver for the important role they play in our school community!

Thank you to our bus drivers for all that you do. We appreciate you!

At Wednesday's Senior Meeting, we recognized this year's Valedictorian and Salutatorian, as well as all of the members of this year's Academic Wall of Fame. Students earn a place on the Academic Wall of Fame by having a cumulative GPA of over 4.0 as of the end of their 7th Semester at BHS. This year, 74 students were recognized for this tremendous accomplishment! Congratulations!

• Academic Wall of Fame Members
• Academic Wall of Fame Members 2
• Academic Wall of Fame Members 3

Each year we receive a number of questions and communications regarding Water Wars and different things that are taking place as a result of students' participation in this annual event. Please keep in mind, Water Wars is not a school-sponsored event and students choosing to participate are doing so at their own risk. We want our Seniors to enjoy the end to their Senior year, and also want them to do so safely. We reminded them of this at Wednesday's Spring Senior Meeting. In case you are curious, the following rules were shared with us so that we were aware of what information has been shared directly with students participating.

Looking for an easy dinner idea next week? Fan of Panda Express? Brighton Choirs will be hosting a fundraiser on Tuesday, April 28th between 10 am and 9:30 pm. Orders can either be placed the day of, or in advance, but 20% of sales will be donated back to BHS and Scranton Middle School Choir Programs! An informational flyer including any needed ordering codes can be found here.

While Senior Survivor Week has not started yet, this year's Senior Survivor Teams are already hard at work planning and hosting events to help raise funds for this year's charities. These pre-events are important to providing teams with the necessary funds to purchase many of the items they will be selling at BHS during Senior Survivor Week! This information can be found on NHS' Senior Survivor Page, but upcoming events are also provided below:

Events:

• Dodgeball Tournament - 4/29 at BHS
• Euchre Night - 5/1 at Brighton Senior Center

Dine to Donate Opportunities:

• Green Lantern Pizza - 4/23 and 4/30 (must mention fundraiser when ordering)
• Texas Roadhouse - 4/26 and 4/27 (must mention fundraiser or present flyer when ordering)

As you may know, we hold the Mock Accident Assembly every 3 years at BHS. This is done in conjunction with BHS PTO and local first responders and is a very impactful assembly as students prepare for the spring/summer, Prom, and Graduation. This is a school-wide assembly that takes place in the afternoon so that students and staff have the ability to go home afterward.

BHS is hosting this assembly this year for our students on Wednesday, April 29th. The schedule for the assembly can be found here. Please note the adjusted bell schedule as we did our best to create a balanced schedule in which teachers will still see all 6 of their classes.

The next PTO Meeting will be on Tuesday, May 12th @ 7:30 am in the Main Office Conference Room. All are welcome!

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.

Please see the message below from the BHS PTO:

Staff Appreciation Week is quickly approaching. Please help us make this a great time for our hardworking BHS Staff!

We have several Staff Appreciation events planned this spring. If you would like to help make these a success, here are some of the items that are needed. Please review the available slots below and click on the button to sign up.

Sign Up Genius

To make it easier, I have also made an Amazon Wishlist. These items will ship directly to my home.

https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/NF9RUOLDWTON?ref_=wl_share

• If you signed up for gift cards, please have them turned in by Friday 5/1. We need to take count and make sure we have enough.
• If you signed up for drinks, please have them turned into the office by Tuesday 5/5, so we can get them into coolers.
• If you signed up for desserts, please have them turned in by Wednesday morning 5/6, at drop off is best. Staff start eating lunch at 10:40am!

Thanks you all for donating. We can't spoil our wonderful BHS staff without your kind and generous donations.

Karen Nicholson

BHS PTO

Prom Ticket Information - Tickets On Sale Now!

Prom 2026 is coming up on May 9th at Vibe Credit Union Showplace (formerly named Suburban Showplace) in Novi, from 7-10pm! Check-in begins at 6:30. Prom tickets are now available for Seniors and Juniors!

• ONLINE SALES will be from April 7th to May 1st, via ParentConnect. Instructions for how to purchase tickets on Parent Connect can be found here: LINK

• IN-PERSON SALES will take place at all lunches, starting Monday, April 27th, and will be running through Friday, May 1st. Tickets are $75 each. Students can pay with cash, using Zeffy, a check (made out to Brighton High School), or online.

If you purchase your student's ticket(s) online, please have them bring proof of purchase to the table in the cafeteria to pick up their actual ticket(s). If your student has questions, please have them contact Mrs. Bell (Room B11) or Ms. Chandler (Room D21). A Night in Paris will be a night to remember!

Please see the information below for this month's Superintendent Newsletter from Dr. Outlaw that was shared with all BAS families previously:

Dear BAS Families,

The following is the link to this month's Superintendent newsletter. Please click on the link below:

Dr. Outlaw's April Newsletter
Superintendent Video Update

Topics include: Absentee voting, NWEA scores, Bridge Alternative HS, Enrollment, Bond information, Fact Checking misinformation, calendar and links.

Absentee Ballot Begins March 26. Mail in by April 20 or drop off directly to the local clerk by May 5. In-person on 5/5.

Request an Absentee Ballot

We have officially implemented a new notification system for students and parents, updating them both on academic progress when the student's grade falls below a 70% in any class. These notifications will go out once per week (on Thursdays to provide students with an opportunity to connect with teachers as needed prior to the weekend) and will include the following message. These notifications are designed to ensure that everyone is on the same page and that we are partnering and proactively working to support our students and their success at BHS!

Please see the scholarship opportunity below for this year's current female Junior students:

Do you know a junior female student who is deserving of local and/or state recognition for excellence in leadership, academics, extracurricular activities, community service, and potential for future success? Encourage her to apply for this $700 Livingston County Rising Star Award which, when selected, comes with assistance in applying for a $2.5K Star Scholarship at the state level. (Linked here and in our social media/distribution kit below.)

The application process is easy–a quick Google form, with space for brief Academic & Personal Statements, completed by the applicant. Deadline: June 1st for rising juniors who will graduate in May 2027. Local Award Notification: 7/1/26.

P.E.O. International and our local Chapter FU/Brighton MI are philanthropic nonprofits committed to assisting women in reaching their educational goals through grants, awards, scholarships, and loans. You may not have heard of us, but we were chartered over 150 years ago, when women were new to college campuses. Our projects include scholarships for high school women, international college students, PhD candidates, and more! (See the website link, below in our social media/distribution kit, regarding the 501(c)(3).)

In our chapter, we have many current and former educators, coaches, and student mentors, one of whom will partner with your student, if selected, to move forward in the state process. Again, she’ll get started by completing the form! This is available to any high school junior women attending public schools in Livingston County.

Please let us know if you have any questions.

Warm regards,

P.E.O. Chapter FU/Brighton MI
Projects Committee | Rising Star Award

Margaret Adams and Andrea Campbell

bobmarg82@gmail.com and andreakcampbell@prodigy.net

More information on this scholarship can be found here.

We have a few different job vacancies for positions at BHS next year and are looking to add high quality individuals and educators to our team! The vacancies can be found here. They are also listed below:

• American Sign Language Teacher
• Business Education Teacher
• Spanish Teacher
• Bookkeeper
• Library Media Assistant

If you know of anyone who may be interested in any of these vacancies, feel free to share the postings with them and encourage them to apply!

Please share the message below with your Seniors in advance of this year's Decision Day. An informational flyer to post can also be found here.

Did you hear that Decision Day is May 13th? Media Publications wants to celebrate your college decisions. In order to be a part of the Decision Day Gallery, wear your college shirts to school on April 30th & May 1st. Make sure to visit our photo station outside of A, B, & C Lunch. Bring your college spirit!

Please see the information below regarding upcoming art shows that will be including our students' work:

The Brighton District Library Art Show - April 8th through 27th during regular library hours.

The District-Wide Art Show - May 2nd through 17th, with opening night on May 8th from 6pm - 8pm in the STEAM Center.

• Open to the Public:
• Monday through Friday from 2:30 pm to 8 pm
• Saturday from 10 am to 3 pm
• Sunday from Noon to 5 pm

BHS had 3 students qualify for the SkillsUSA State Leadership and Skills Conference based on their performance at the regional competition. They competed last week, and BHS Senior Joe Mertes placed 2nd in the entire state in the Automotive Electrical Competition! If you see Joe, feel free to congratulate him on this tremendous accomplishment!

The teams have been announced for this year's Senior Survivor and they are excited to start raising money for 2 great charities: The Children's Healing Center of Southeast Michigan and Fund A Life. Teams are currently selling t-shirts and recruiting sponsors. If you have or know of a business that is interested in sponsoring, please email us at nhs@brightonk12.com. For more information about the teams and how you can get involved, please visit our Senior Survivor page: https://bit.ly/BHS_Senior_Survivor

This year's logo can be found here (square or rectangular). Please feel free to share out as you see fit!

We now have our Senior Survivor 2026 teams for this year! They have received their orientation and you may also see them out and about selling t-shirts in preparation for Senior Survivor 2026. In case you are wondering who the teams are, here is the team information.

You will note there are currently 11 teams, which is more than we have ever had! 7 of these teams are locked in, with the other 4 battling for our last 2 seats. We are excited about the opportunity to involve more students than ever before in this year's Senior Survivor.

The following colleges and organizations will be visiting Brighton High School in the next month. Students can sign up here. Please encourage your students to stop by their tables, located directly across from the Cafeteria for information and to have any questions answered. Through these visits with college admissions reps, students can learn more about the schools, their academic programs, and scholarship opportunities.

• Trine University - 4/29 from 10:30 am to 12:15 pm
• Valparaiso University - 4/30 from 10:30 am to 12:15 pm

We are excited to share that we will be hosting our second annual Unified Youth Sports Camp (grades JK-8) on May 5th from 5:00–7:00 pm at Brighton High School! This event is a wonderful opportunity to celebrate inclusion and bring students of all abilities together through fun, engaging activities.

We would greatly appreciate your support in helping us spread the word to families you may know within the community. Your assistance in sharing this information through social media or other communication channels would help ensure that as many students as possible can take part in this meaningful experience.

I have attached a flyer with a QR code attached for students and families to register. Please let us know if you have any questions. We have somewhat of a quick turnaround after break if students want to get a t-shirt. Students must register by April 13th.

Thank you for your continued support in promoting inclusive opportunities for all students!

Milan Dragway will be hosting the Battle of the Schools, Saturday April 25!

Rob Delaney and several BHS Auto Program students will be in attendance and competing. This event is open for all BHS students to attend and licensed BHS students to race. If you are into drag racing and fast cars this is for you! It doesn't matter what students drive, they can be competitive. If you know of any students who may be interested, encourage them to participate. Details can be found by going to https://www.milandragway.com/ and clicking on the Events tab.

To compete, students must have a valid driver's license and students under the age of 18 must have a waiver signed by their parents. The waiver is available on the Milan Dragway website under the Track Info tab or by following this link:

https://www.milandragway.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Minor-MS-N-All-Events.pdf

If it is not raining, the BHS Auto Dept. will be there and they hope to see members of our school there!

Come out and support the BHS Girls Soccer Team on Saturday, May 2nd at Chipotle in Brighton! From 5 to 9 pm, 25% of sales will be donated back to the BHS Girls Soccer Team. In order for the program to receive the donation, you can either present the flyer in restaurant, or can use code RKRTKAW when ordering online for pick up.

Come test drive a school bus on Saturday, May 2nd between 10 am and 1 pm at the Brighton Bus Garage!

Brighton Area Schools invites you to try driving a bus, or explore opportunities as a bus assistant. No experience necessary, they'll show you everything. Offering:

• Paid Training
• Retirement Benefits
• Medical Insurance
• Nights, Weekends, and Summers Optional
• Up to a $5,000 Sign On Bonus
• Competitive Wages
• An Opportunity to Make An Impact on the School Community!

Hopefully you had the opportunity to attend last year, but our BHS Auto Tech Program will once again be hosting a car show fundraiser again this year! This year's fundraiser will be taking place on Saturday, May 16th from 10 am to 3 pm in the parking lot behind the Auto Shop.

This is a fantastic, student-led event that they work extremely hard on from planning, to promoting and executing. You may have seen it advertised in a few different locations already, including WHMI, Cruise News, and the Brighton City Chamber of Commerce Newsletter.

In addition to being a fundraiser for the Auto Tech Program, it is also a fundraiser for the Mitch Wright Memorial Scholarship (in development) and BHS Camaro Drag car. Copies of the sponsorship letter and informational flyer can be found below:

Sponsor Letter

Informational Flyer and Registration

In addition to some amazing cars (over 175 cars were on display last year), there will be music and food trucks on site as well. We hope to see you there on the 16th! Help spread the word!

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

This year's Senior All Night Party will be held at BHS on June 6th, 2026 from 10pm to 4am. Doors open at 09:30pm for check-in. Tickets are $75, are all inclusive, and can be purchased here. The following message has been shared with students:

Come join your fellow classmates for an AWESOME, all inclusive night filled with food trucks, casino, tiki bar, and lots more!! There will be many prizes raffled off. It's really easy! Just place your raffle tickets in the buckets in front of the prizes you would like to win and hopefully you're a lucky winner!! The evening will conclude with a hypnotist and raffle prize pick up.

Ticket Pre-sale ends May 17th!

Only students with tickets purchased in the pre-sale window will be guaranteed a swag bag.

Students purchasing tickets by May 3rd will receive 15 bonus tickets for the raffle.

If your student knows they want to attend, don't wait! Get their ticket now!

As mentioned above, we will be holding the annual Senior All Night Party (SANP) on Saturday, June 6th from 10 pm to 4 am. All students will receive raffle tickets with the purchase of their ticket to the party. They can use these tickets to enter to win a wide variety of prizes, ranging from gift cards, to bedding, dorm room essentials, electronics, and more! Our SANP Raffle Committee has been hard at work gathering raffle prizes that our students will enjoy. In addition to purchasing prizes, they also rely on the donation of items to maximize the number of winners each year.

Requested donations of items can be found on the Senior All Night Party Committee's Amazon Wishlist. The link to their Amazon Wishlist can be found here. Thank you in advance for considering donating to this year's Senior All Night Party.

National Honor Society's After School Tutoring is underway! If your student is in need of extra help, we encourage them to reach out to the teacher first, as they will be the best resource, but have shared this option with them as well, so please feel free to do the same. NHS students will be available to tutor students in room B-1 from 2:30-3:30 on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays. Tutoring is free of charge. For more information about after school tutoring or for a list of NHS students who are willing to tutor, go to https://bit.ly/BrightonNHSTutoring Please note: our after school tutor will leave at 2:45 if no students have arrived by then.

In addition to After School Tutoring, we have another tutoring resource available for our students. Every year, the BHS Counseling Office generates a list of adult tutors that can be shared with students and families as an additional option if After School Tutoring doesn't work for them for any reason. These tutors have reached out and asked to be on our tutoring list as a resource to BHS students and families. They have self-reported their qualifications. All adults who are not BAS teachers have passed a background check. It is the responsibility of the students and families to find the best tutor for them, arrange meetings, and make payment.

The 2025-26 Tutor List can be found here.

Here are some important dates included below that you may want to put on your calendar now and your student may want to participate in (Note: *Dates for Senior Survivor and Senior Scholarship Banquet are currently TBD)

Tuesday, April 28th - Graduation Song Tryouts @ @ 2:30 pm in Choir Room

Saturday, May 9th - Prom @ Vibe Credit Union Showplace in Novi (7 pm - 10 pm)

Friday, May 22nd - Seniors Last Full Day

Tuesday, May 26th - Senior Exams (5th and 6th Hour)

Wednesday May 27th - Senior Exams (3rd and 4th Hour)

Thursday May 28th - Senior Exams (1st and 2nd Hour)

Thursday, May 28th - Senior Sunset in the BHS Stadium @ 8 pm (Donation/Volunteer Sign Up to Follow)

Friday, May 29th - Cap and Gown Pick Up Starting @ 8 am in Aux Gym

Friday, May 29th - Senior Walk at BHS Starting @ 9:45 am (family and friends encouraged to attend)

Friday, May 29th - Senior Picnic in the BHS Stadium after the Senior Walk @ approx. 10:30 am (Food provided for Seniors)

Friday, May 29th - Senior Elementary Walk (more information to come) @ approx. 11:30 am

Wednesday, June 3rd - Summa Cum Laude Breakfast (invite only) in the BHS Cafeteria @ 8 am (parents invited)

Wednesday, June 3rd - MANDATORY Graduation Practice in the BHS Fieldhouse @ 10 am

Friday, June 5th - Brighton High School Commencement Ceremony in the BHS Stadium @ 7 pm

Saturday, June 6th - Rain Date for Brighton High School Commencement Ceremony (Time is 2 pm)

Saturday, June 6th - Senior All-Night Party at BHS @ 10 pm (Check-in @ BCPA)

Please see the message below from Mr. Grabowski and Mr. Miner, the Grade Level Principal and Counselor for this year's Senior class:

Seniors & Families!

It is hard to believe that we have a little over two months left until Graduation! Time is starting to pick up speed for me and I heard that seniors have 41 more days of school left! Exciting, proud, happy, sad, and sentimental are all colliding as get closer and closer to graduation.

Please see the important information and updates below. As always, please reach out to me with questions and concerns.

Grades

We are nearing the end of the third quarter and we have fourth quarter left to go! Exams are next week, so please ensure that your senior is working as hard as possible to finish strong!!

If your senior currently has an E in one or more of their classes, you will be receiving a separate email from me.

Attendance

Attendance continues to be a focus of administration and staff, so please make sure you are attending school regularly and on time. If you have major health or medical issues that are prohibiting your senior from attending, please make sure you communicate so we can acquire documentation so that those absences do not count against your totals in our attendance policy. Regular attendance is a proven way to keep students on the right path with their academics and studies.

If your senior has more than 9 absences in a particular class, you will be receiving a separate email from me.

MVS/Online Classes

If your senior is enrolled in online classes, please make sure that this class does not fall off of their radar as we near the midpoint of the semester.

If your senior is not on track in their progress or failing an online class, you will receive a separate email from me.

Senior Exam Opt Out

Seniors have the OPPORTUNITY to earn exemption from their second semester exams. Here are the parameters:

• Each class has the possibility for exemption
• In order to be exempt from an exam in a particular class, seniors must meet the following criteria:
• Post a B+ or better with 3 or less tardies AND absences in that class
• Post a B or better with 2 or less tardies AND absences in that class
• If you have any additional questions on this policy or individual questions or concerns, please email me!
• The ONLY absences that are not counted in this are those with an official medical note, court date, college visits, school business, or family funeral.

Behavior and Graduation

Effective today and going forward, any behavioral issue that is considered major and warrants corresponding disciplinary action will jeopardize the senior’s ability to attend graduation and events. Examples of this would be possession or use of controlled substances at school or at school events, physical fights or assault, etc. While this is not an exhaustive list, I want to be very clear that we are keeping a high expectation of behavior for our seniors as we move closer and closer to graduation.

Thank you for your continued support and partnership with this and if you have any questions, please let me know.

Senior All Night Party Information

Senior All Night Party Information - Tickets and Yard Signs Now Available!

This year's Senior All Night Party will be held at BHS on June 6th, 2026 from 10pm to 4am. Doors open at 09:30pm for check-in. Tickets are $75, are all inclusive, and can be purchased here. The following message has been shared with students:

Come join your fellow classmates for an AWESOME, all inclusive night filled with food trucks, casino, tiki bar, and lots more!! There will be many prizes raffled off. It's really easy! Just place your raffle tickets in the buckets in front of the prizes you would like to win and hopefully you're a lucky winner!! The evening will conclude with a hypnotist and raffle prize pick up.

You also have the option to purchase a lawn sign for your Class of 2026 Senior. Purchases can be made here. Please see the message below from the Senior All Night Party Committee:

This lawn sign is a great fundraiser for the 2026 Senior All Night Party (SANP)!! We have a FANTASTIC night planned for all our departing Seniors filled with fun, games, food, drink, and lots of raffle prizes to win!! Order yours today. Place it in your lawn to show you have a graduate this year all while you're helping raise funds for this year's SANP!!!

*These yard signs are DIFFERENT than the ones you may have seen in front of the school with students' pictures on them in years past. Those yard signs will be created for every Senior and are part of the Senior Fee.

Senior All Night Party Amazon Wishlist

Senior All Night Party Support - Amazon Wishlist Link Provided

As mentioned above, we will be holding the annual Senior All Night Party (SANP) on Saturday, June 6th from 10 pm to 4 am. All students will receive raffle tickets with the purchase of their ticket to the party. They can use these tickets to enter to win a wide variety of prizes, ranging from gift cards, to bedding, dorm room essentials, electronics, and more! Our SANP Raffle Committee has been hard at work gathering raffle prizes that our students will enjoy. In addition to purchasing prizes, they also rely on the donation of items to maximize the number of winners each year.

Requested donations of items can be found on the Senior All Night Party Committee's Amazon Wishlist. The link to their Amazon Wishlist can be found here. Thank you in advance for considering donating to this year's Senior All Night Party

Scholarships

If your senior hasn’t begun to work on scholarships yet, now is a great time! Please use this as a starting point, and let us know if you need any more information or help!

Link to national scholarships page: https://bhs.brightonk12.com/for-students/counseling-guidance/colleges-universities-post-graduation-planning/scholarships-national

Link to state and local scholarships page: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/19etHeyhv0DLnZbB9wSqo9j5XAWMw33CXy3MbRjZzehQ/edit?gid=0#gid=0

Also, there is a Senior Class Council Scholarship that are awarding 3 scholarships to seniors! Application can be found here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdnciYHONiLx5TXo86hwbgEjhJUo_3-3o1RKn-mqaE5yrJxrg/viewform

Calendar of Events

Please see the attachment for the Calendar of Important Events at the bottom of this email! Some of our events, like the Summa Breakfast will be invitation only, be on the lookout from those invites from me!

That's it for now! Please reach out with any individual concerns or questions. Enjoy the sunny weather and have a great weekend!

-Mr. G

Seniors: Your class council is excited to award three $500 scholarships to deserving BHS seniors. Use the link in the announcement email for information on how to apply. Applications are due no later than Friday, May 1.

In addition to our various social media accounts, one of the ways in which we share important information with the Senior class is through the use of the Remind App. We will share the same information with parents via weekly emails, however, students seem to do a better job receiving the information through Remind. Please help us by encouraging your student(s) to join the correct Remind group using the join codes below (alphabetical by last name):

Last Name A - E: @bhssr26a-e

Last Name F - L: @bhssr26f-l

Last Name M - P: @bhssr26m-p

Last Name R - Z: @bhssr26r-z

In addition to your students checking their email for announcements, here are some of the many accounts on Instagram that will provide them/you with news and information about all things BHS.

BHS: @brightonhs_bulldogs

Exec Board: @bhsexecboard

Class of 2026: @bhsseniorcouncil26

Class of 2027: @bhsjuniorcouncil27

Class of 2028: @bhssophomorestuco

Class of 2029:@bhs.freshmanstuco

BHS Video: @bhsvideo

The Paw: @brightonpaw

BHS Yearbook: @brighton_yearbook

BHS Leadership: @bhsleadership26

Ruff n Rowdy: @bhsruffnrowdy

Senior Survivor: @brightonseniorsurvivor

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 recently 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 11th Grade)

Phone: (810) 299 - 4101 (office)

(810) 852 - 9905 (evening)

Email: evansm@brightonk12.com

Schedule an Appointment Directly

Mrs. Tracie Richards (Grade Level Principal for 9th Grade)

Phone: (810) 299 - 4114

Email: richardst@brightonk12.com

Schedule an Appointment Directly

Mr. Nate Grabowski (Grade Level Principal for 12th Grade)

Phone: (810) 299 - 4103

Email: grabown@brightonk12.com

Schedule an Appointment Directly

Mrs. Jennifer Napuli (Grade Level Principal for 10th Grade)

Phone: (810) 299 - 4112

Email: napulij@brightonk12.com

Schedule an Appointment Directly

The April Edition of the BHS Counseling Newsletter can be found here.

This newsletter contains information on:

• Makeup Standardized Testing Information
• Summer School Information
• August Test Out Information
• Grade Level Updates
• Career Development Opportunities
• Scholarship Opportunities
• Parenting Teens 101

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: Mrs. Feliks - Mrs. Feliks' Appointment Calendar

10th Grade: Mrs. Petit - https://bit.ly/MrsPetit

11th Grade: Mrs. Caverly - https://bit.ly/MrsCaverly

12th Grade: Mr. Miner - https://bit.ly/MrMiner

It’s showtime! Scranton Middle School Musical Theatre invites audiences to step into the strange and unusual world of Beetlejuice Jr., the wildly entertaining musical based on the Broadway hit and the beloved Tim Burton film, with four performances April 24–26, 2026, at the Brighton Center for the Performing Arts.

Beetlejuice Jr. tells the story of Lydia Deetz, a bright and unusual teenager fascinated with the whole “being dead thing.” When Lydia meets a recently deceased couple and a mischievous demon named Beetlejuice, chaos and hilarity quickly follow. Filled with energetic musical numbers, outrageous humor, and a delightfully spooky story, the production promises a fun and unforgettable theatrical experience for audiences of all ages.

More than 60 Scranton Middle School students are involved in bringing this production to life, both on stage and behind the scenes. Students have spent months rehearsing, learning choreography, designing sets, and preparing costumes as part of the school’s growing musical theatre program.

Tickets — $16 each — are available for the following performances at the Brighton Center for the Performing Arts:

Beetlejuice Jr. Showtimes

● Friday, April 24 @ 7 p.m.

● Saturday, April 25 @ 2 p.m.

● Saturday, April 25 @ 7 p.m.

● Sunday, April 26 @ 2 p.m.

For more information about the production or to purchase tickets, please contact Scranton Musical Volunteer: Penney Aiken at penney.mae.aiken@gmail.com.

Visit https://bit.ly/Scranton-Beetlejuice-Jr-Tickets for additional details or ticket purchases.

Inspirit AI Research matches students in grades 6–12 with MIT and Stanford researchers to apply AI to research in urban planning, public policy, and civic technology. Students submit their research to academic journals and science competitions like ISEF. Applications are due April 30.

Karen Bergbower and Associates are proud to once again offer Prime For Life, a one day class for teens who are either struggling with substance use or at risk of challenges with substance use moving forward. It is totally free of charge. This class is for teens ages 13 to 18 and focuses on prevention and education in addition to offering the following:

• Interactive activities and discussions about risks, goals, and making safer choices
• Led by a certified Prime For Life® instructor
• Substance use screening and recommendations provided upon completion

More information, including specific details on the date, time, and location of the program can be found here.

Charity Bicycles has two upcoming Spring events designed to further their mission in providing a transportation option for individuals within our community. Feel free to share these events out as you see fit!

1. On Saturday, May 2nd from 10 am -3 pm, Charity Bicycles is hosting their annual used bike sale titled "Cycle de Mayo". They will be selling a wide selection of fully tuned and ride-ready bicycles. All winter, their bike mechanics repair donated bikes in preparation for this event. Families of students at the high school can test ride bikes and take advantage of some tremendous discounts while helping to support their non-profit mission. Attached is the flyer they put together for this event. They expect a pretty good turnout this year.

2. On Saturday, June 20th at 10 am, Charity Bicycles will be hosting their Annual Fun-Ride, riding along the Lakeland Trail as part of the Hamburg Funfest weekend activities. They have rides from 3 miles to 12 miles along the trail, starting from the Hamburg Library. Ride registration is $35/person and discounted to $80 for a family of 4. They thought students/families at the high school might be interested in participating. Attached is a flyer for this event as well.

The Livingston County Health Department (LCHD) is making changes to the school Hearing & Vision Screening Program for next year. Screenings at school will now be provided only for Preschool–3rd Grade. Students in 4th grade and above will not receive routine screenings at school. However, screenings are still available free of charge, they will just need to be scheduled in advance. More information on these changes can be found here.

Please see the information below about an opportunity for teens from the Dale Carnegie Foundation:

As your teen continues to grow into adulthood, the skills they develop now will shape their confidence, relationships, and future opportunities. Academic knowledge is important, but so much of a young person’s success depends on their ability to communicate clearly, collaborate with others, and navigate challenges with resilience. That’s why I’d like to share an opportunity that can make a meaningful difference in your teen’s life: the Dale Carnegie Teen Program.

This course has helped generations of young people strengthen the very skills that set them apart in school, college, and early careers. Teens learn how to speak confidently in front of others, manage stress and worry, build stronger relationships, and take initiative in leadership situations. These are not abstract lessons—they’re practical tools your teen will use immediately, whether in the classroom, on a team, or in everyday interactions.

What makes the program especially impactful is its supportive, hands-on environment. Teens aren’t lectured at; they participate, practice, and grow alongside peers who are working toward the same goals. Many parents say they see noticeable changes in their teen’s confidence and maturity in just a few weeks.

If you know of a teen who could benefit from stronger communication skills, greater self-assurance, or a boost in leadership potential, this course is a powerful investment in their future. It gives them something school often doesn’t: a safe space to discover their voice and learn how to use it.

Please reach out for the informational flyer or pass thisinformation along to someone who could benefit from this! The enrollment form can be found here.

As we work to educate our students and families about the latest drug trends out there, we want to share a tremendous resource with all of you as well. Multiple BHS staff have had the opportunity to see speakers from within the Tall Cop Says Stop organization and this group dos a fantastic job staying up to date on current trends to do what they can to help protect young people from many of the substances they have the opportunity to be exposed to.

A copy of the April 2026 Boots on the Ground Newsletter can be found here.

The City of Brighton is Hiring Seasonal Employees!

The City of Brighton is seeking responsible, hardworking individuals for seasonal employment beginning in May 2026. Seasonal employees will perform a variety of tasks to help maintain the City’s physical infrastructure, including streets and utilities.

• Starting wage of $18 an hour
• Hours: 7:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m., Monday – Friday
• Must be 18 or older and possess a valid Michigan driver’s license to apply
• Position will remain open until filled

For more information or to apply, acces the informational flyer here!

• Building Calendar
• District Calendar
• Daily Announcements
• New Student Information Guide
• Prospective Student Building Tours Informational Flyer
• Building Volunteer Approval Form
• Career Chat Calendar
• BAS Wellness & Mental Health website
• Senior Questionnaire
• Student Scholarship Directory
• BHS Career and College Event Calendar
• Juniors - College and Career Planning Document
• Upcoming College Fairs
• McKinney-Vento Homeless Education Assistance Act Information
• McKinney Vento Informational Flyer
• County-Wide Mental Health Network Resources

• Student Sign In/Sign Out Procedures

• Student Attendance Guidance Sheet

• AI Do's and Don't Guide

• Therapy Dog and Service Dog Information

• Fentanyl Fathers Presentation

• Suicide Prevention Resource Fair
• OK2Say Links
• Parental Guide to OK2SAY
• A Parent's Guide to Understanding Threats
• Online Resources
• Online Discussion Questions and Action Plan
• Bullying: How Parents Can Help
• Holding on to Life Toolkit

• Michigan's Public Universities Guide to Admissions
• Michigan College Guide Fall 2025
• BHS Post Secondary Planning Smore Page
• Junior Class Post Secondary Plan/Xello Presentation
• Scheduling Presentations
• Scholarships
• 2025-26 Scholarship Opportunities
• Brighton Education Association Scholarship
• Brighton Garden Club Scholarship
• Tremco's RISE Program (Construction)
• Citizens Insurance Community Scholarship Program
• American Legion Scholarships
• Livingston County Spartans Scholarship - Due March 16th
• Donald P. Pobuda Memorial Scholarship Program
• Michigan Relocation Council (MiRC) 2026 Scholarship - Due March 2nd
• Rosa Parks Scholarship Applications - Due March 1st
• 2026 LCWCC County Conservation Scholarship
• Fall Senior Class Meeting Slideshow
• LMCU's Roots in Education Grant Information
• Tall Cop Says Stop Parent Newsletter - March 2026

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