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NBHS Bison Bits
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Click here to learn about the rich culture and traditions of the Pokagon Band of Potawatomi

Upcoming Dates & Events Upcoming Dates & Events

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  • November 1 - 14: Dollars For Doodles Fundraiser
  • November 9 - 18: Student Senate Food Drive
  • November 9: School Board Meeting
  • November 11: Veterans Day Celebration
  • November 12: Financial Aid Night/FAFSA Workshop (6 - 8PM)
  • November 13: AK Smith Friendsgiving Dinner
  • November 13 - 15: Fall Play - Charlotte's Web
  • November 17: Bison Morning Connections
    • Join Mr. Caudle and Mr. Fortunato before school (7:30 - 8:00 AM) in the MS/HS Media Center to discuss key topics shaping our Middle School and High School. Our first session will focus on understanding PSAT data and how it is used to support student growth.
  • November 21: Miss & Mr. New Buffalo Pageant
  • November 25 - 27: Thanksgiving Break
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2026/2027 DISTRICT CALENDAR
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Highlights From the Week Highlights From the Week

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Bison Spotlight — October Honorees

Congratulations to Emily Beck and Mrs. Arvanitis on being recognized for October's Bison Spotlight! Both were nominated by students and staff for their incredible contributions and dedication to our school community.

Cracking the Case: High School Forensics at the University of Indianapolis

Mr. Talbott and his forensics students stepped into the shoes of real-life detectives during a trip to the University of Indianapolis! Joined by SRO Brie Schmitz, students spent the day mapping lawn search grids and investigating staged crime scenes. From cataloging evidence to solving clues, our students had a blast putting their C.S.I. skills to the test!
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Quiz Bowl Dominates Bridgman Round Table Challenge!

Congratulations to our High School Quiz Bowl teams! Last week, our Bison dominated at the Bridgman Round Table Challenge, taking 1st, 3rd, and 6th place out of 13 teams. A special shoutout to our 'A' Team, who took home 1st place with a record-breaking 730 points! Way to go, Bison!

When the Principal’s Away…

Shoutout to Purdue University for an awesome trip with our 9th and 10th graders! Boiler Up! A huge thank you to the Pokagon Fund for sponsoring another amazing experience for our students.


...Meanwhile, back at school with half the students missing, our teachers took "when the principal is away, the staff will play" a little too literally. Best staff ever!

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Championship Season: Big Wins & State Bound Athletes

Huge congratulations to our standout athletes for their incredible performances!


Cross Country: State Meet
  • Joseph Edwards represented our school at the highest level, competing at the State Cross Country Meet this past Saturday. Fantastic job, Joseph!


Swimming: SMAC Conference Championships

  • Competing at the D1 level in the SMAC conference, Phoebe Zalewski and Ada Ledyard delivered stellar performances at the conference championship meet!
  • Phoebe Zalewski took top honors across multiple events:

    • 🥇 1st Place: 100 Individual Freestyle

    • 🥇 1st Place: 200 Individual Freestyle

    • 🥇 1st Place: 200 Freestyle Relay

    • 🥈 2nd Place: 400 Freestyle Relay

    • Phoebe is currently ranked #18 overall in Michigan!

  • Next Up: Wish Phoebe and the team the best of luck as they head to the State Swim Meet in Jenison on Nov. 20–21!


Girls Volleyball: District Champions!

  • The team captured the District title with a dominant win over Brandywine!

  • Head to Watervliet on Tuesday, Nov. 10 to cheer on the team as they compete at Regionals.


Way to go, student-athletes! Keep up the amazing work!

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Helpful Links & Resources Helpful Links & Resources

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Safety & Reporting Resources for NBHS Students

If you ever see or experience something that makes you feel unsafe—like bullying, threats, or other serious concerns—you can report it anonymously and responsibly. Your identity is protected, and sharing information helps protect our entire community. If you see something, say something.


Reporting Tools

  • OK2SAY: Confidential reporting for any safety threat.

  • No Bullying Schools: Anonymous reporting focused on stopping bullying and harassment.

$25,000 Scholarship Opportunity!
Click here for more information about the New Buffalo Educational Trust!
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Volunteer & Chaperone Guidelines
We have recently updated our Guidelines for Volunteers and Chaperones, please watch this short video to get more familiar with the expectations. We appreciate your time!
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Dear Parents and Guardians,


Michigan law (Public Act 258 of 2024) requires schools to provide families with information about the importance of safe firearm storage. This notification is part of a statewide effort to promote student safety and awareness of MCL 28.435 (Public Act 17 of 2023).


Please review the resources provided by the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS): Safe Storage Resources for Families


These materials explain safe storage practices and provide guidance to help ensure firearms are secured properly, reducing the risk of accidental injury.


Thank you for your attention to this important matter. Ensuring the safety of our students and community is a shared responsibility.

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Attention Parents: Click Here to Review NBAS Annual Notices

School Contact Information School Contact Information

  • Caroline Fortunato, High School Principal - cfortunato@nbas.org, (269) 469-6004
  • Barb Woerdehoff, Administrative Assistant - bwoerdehoff@nbas.org, (269) 469-6001
  • Keri Haskins, School Counselor - khaskins@nbas.org, (269) 469-6006
  • Megan Smith, School Social Worker - msmith@nbas.org, (269) 469-6036
  • Beth Arvanitis, Student Advocate - barvanitis@nbas.org, (269) 469-6016
  • Matt Johnson, Athletic Director - mjohnson@nbas.org, (269) 469-6051
Caroline Fortunato, Principal NBHS
Every Student. Every Day.
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