Ernest W. Seaholm Weekly e-News

Website: https://seaholm.birmingham.k12.mi.us/
Location: 2436 West Lincoln Street, Birmingham, MI, USA
Phone: 248-203-3700

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SeaholmHS

Instagram: @seaholmhs_maples

BPS District Homepage: https://www.birmingham.k12.mi.us/

April 22: Earth Day, STAMP Testing Foreign Language

April 23: WIN Career Readiness (Juniors) Regular Day for 9, 10, 12

April 27: Maple & Ernie's Birthday

May 1: Seaholm Prom

May 5: Cinco de Mayo, Seaholm Band Concert

May 7: District Art Show, Seaholm Orchestra Concert

May 10: Mother's Day

May 12: Seaholm PTSA Meeting, Seaholm Choir Concert

May 14: Senior Art Show

May 17-22: Seniors Last Week Events (See Senior Information Page)

May 25: Memorial Day, NO SCHOOL

May 26-28: Senior Finals

May 28: Activities Fair, 5:30-7:00pm

May 29: Graduation Rehearsal, 8:15am

June 4: Undergraduate Awards, 7:30am (by invitation), Senior Awards, 7:00pm (by invitation)

June 7: Class of 2026 Commencement Ceremony, 3:00pm, Meadowbrook Amphitheater

June 10: Final Exams, Hours 1 & 2

June 11: Final Exams, Hours 3 & 4

June 12: Final Exams, Hours 5 & 6

Seaholm High School Calendar

Seaholm High School Homepage

Birmingham Public Schools, 2025-26 District Calendar

Teacher Appreciation Week is the first full week of May, and Seaholm's Student Congress is pulling out all the stops to celebrate the incredible educators who make our school great. Here's what we have planned:

Monday — Bagels, donuts, and a coffee & juice bar + door posters

Tuesday — Teacher Goodie Bags + massage chairs available 9am–2pm

Wednesday — Chipotle catering during lunch

Thursday — A surprise during Advisory (hint: it involves a little friendly competition!)

Friday — Ice Cream Nacho Bar during lunch

We would love your help making this week extra special! If you'd like to contribute, we've put together an Amazon Wish List with everything we need. Items must be received by April 25th and can be delivered directly to the school or dropped off at Seaholm's Main Office.

🛒 Click here to shop our Amazon Wish List

Thank you so much for your generosity and support!

Seaholm Student Congress Katie Goetz & Jeremy Barber

As we near the last quarter of the year, all information for Seniors and their families will be updated on the Senior Information page.

• Timeline for Senior End-of-Year Activities
• Exam Policy
• Fines
• Google Account Deactivation
• Educational Development Plan/Xello
• Behavior Expectations
• Prom
• Yearbook Photos
• Senior Spotlight for Outdoor Sign
• Cap & Gown
• Community Service White Cord
• Community Service Senior Scholarships

Would you like to feature your student?

Photos will be displayed:

• On the Seaholm Outdoor Sign at the Cranbrook Rd entrance
• Before Graduation Live Stream event

Please complete the form:

• Seaholm Outdoor Sign, Senior Spotlight Submissions

Senior spotlights will be added weekly and will run in a loop beginning May 8 in the order in which they are received.

If you have any questions please email Katie Parker, CSO - kparker@birmingham.k12.mi.us or 248-203-3725

Thank you!

Purchase in E-Funds Optional Fees (tickets, yard signs, wall tiles)

College Yard Sign Personalization (deadline for purchase of signs is May 1st)

Come One, Come All to the Senior All-Night Party!

The Senior All-Night Party will take place on June 7th, Graduation Sunday, from 10:00 PM – 3:00 AM at The HUB in Rochester. This is a fun and safe way for our seniors to celebrate together after graduation!

Ticket Information:

• $100 per student through April 30
• $125 after April 30

To make this event a success, we need the help of all senior parents. Please consider supporting the party by donating items for raffle baskets, volunteering the night of the event, buying yard signs, and wall tiles.

Use the links below to sign up for tickets, donations, volunteer opportunities, buy wall tiles, and yard signs. All proceeds from wall tiles and yard signs go directly to the SANP. To purchase a ticket, log in and click the optional fees.

Raffle Donation Sign-Up

Volunteer Sign Up

E-Funds Optional Fees (tickets, yard signs, wall tiles)

College Yard Sign Personalization (deadline for purchase of signs is May 1st)

Thank you for helping us create a memorable night for our seniors!

Fowling, Hypnotist, Food/Drinks, Casino, Games, Raffle Prizes, Axe Throwing, Photo Booth

Please consider donating to this worthwhile drawing. We, as a community, put this on for the wonderful Seaholm staff. Without your support this can not run - please donate to ensure we get every staff member a gift before the end of the school year. Thank you so much!!

On the first Friday of every month we hold a drawing and pick 10 or so staff members who win a prize. The prize is usually a gift card or gift donation in an amount in the $25 range. Our goal is for all our staff to be recognized once during the school year. Please consider donating- see sign up link below. Please reach out to Emily Johnson ( 404-312-8934) or Alina Pantea ( 248-219-0326) if you have any questions. Thank you!

- Seaholm PTSA First Friday Committee

Seaholm First Friday Sign Up

See Athletics Section below for updates.

Seaholm Varsity Maples 26 earned a 9-0 win over Groves on Wednesday, powered by a combined shutout from Adele Bush, Lila Nursey, and Evy Nursey. Bush picked up the win, while Lila Nursey struck out 11 over four hitless innings in relief.

Offensively, Seaholm recorded 10 hits, with Lois Cortez, Leah Stanford, and Lila Nursey each tallying two. Cortez and Nursey also drove in two runs apiece. The Maples were sharp defensively as well, committing no errors.

Birmingham MI – The Seaholm Maples boys volleyball team defeated the Ferndale Eagles 3-0 tonight at Seaholm.

This newly adopted sport is an exciting spring addition to the MHSAA lineup. Seaholm’s second home game (ever) featured an OAA conference matchup between the longtime rivals.

Seaholm won in 3

• 25-19
• 25-12
• 25-23

Congratulations to the coaches and players on this historic win. Seaholm returns to action on 4/23 at Pontiac.

In a game that kept fans on the edge of their seats until the final buzzer, the Birmingham United Bulldogs boys lacrosse team secured a gritty 8-7 victory over Stoney Creek in OAA Red Division play tonight.

The Bulldogs found themselves in a tough spot early on, trailing 5-3 heading into the fourth quarter. However, the offense finally found its rhythm in the final frame, ignited by a collective surge of energy.

The Final Minutes

The closing minutes were a whirlwind of lead changes:

• Will Forberg found the back of the net with 2:19 remaining, giving Birmingham a slim 7-6 lead.

• Stoney Creek responded just one minute later, tying the game and setting the stage for a dramatic finish.

• With only five seconds left on the clock, Brody Feldmaier hammered home the game-winner, marking his second goal of the night and sealing the comeback win.

Team Effort

While Feldmaier provided the heroics, the win was a true team effort. Noah Bigelman contributed significantly with two goals, while Jake Coyle, James Liebler, and Ryan McArdle each added a goal to the tally.

Up Next: The Bulldogs will look to carry this momentum into their next matchup. They return home this Saturday to host rival Bloomfield Hills. Face-off is set for 7:00 PM. Come out and support your Bulldogs!

Lacrosse fans – join us Saturday night for a fun community event between Birmingham and Bloomfield. Players of all ages will compete Saturday at Seaholm. Youth games start in the morning and the varsity caps the night at 7 PM.

The Birmingham Education Foundation (BEF) supports Teacher Appreciation Week May 4th-8th. Parents and students have the opportunity to acknowledge the hard work of teachers throughout the district! Make a donation to the BEF by May 1st and include a personal note. A flower with your note will be delivered to your student's teacher during Teacher Appreciation Week.

Click here to show appreciation for your favorite teacher! https://www.supportbef.org/teacher-appreciation.html

For questions or assistance, please contact Kathy Zanolli, Executive Director: bef@birmingham.k12.mi.us | (248)203-3030

We have almost completed the first year of implementing our new ELA/Literacy materials! As part of our commitment to continuous improvement, we are collecting feedback from students, teachers and caregivers. Please consider sharing your perspective through the following survey, which will be open through April 27: K-12 ELA Implementation Caregiver Survey

New Spring Fundraiser for the BEF!

Time is running out to get your tickets to a fun afternoon fundraiser at Paddle & Par

Sunday, April 19th 4-7 pm. (31535 Southfield Rd., Beverly Hills).

Equipment provided but you are welcome to bring your own if you prefer. Adults only.

Never played pickleball before? No worries! This casual open-play event will feature optional instruction from Paddle + Par instructor and Groves teacher, Jeff Hatley, during the first hour and fun pro challenges for prizes following.

Full Swing golf & sports simulators also available with optional competitions/games for prizes.

$75 ticket includes 3 hours of pickleball & golf simulator, pizza & salad bar, plus 1 beverage ticket.

Get your ticket TODAY! https://supportbef.ejoinme.org/PaddleParFundraiser

For further assistance please contact Kathy Zanolli, Executive Director: BEF@birmingham.k12.mi.us | (248)203-3030.

Michigan testing was administered this week. If your student missed their PSAT 9, PSAT 10, SAT or MSTEP testing, the make-up dates are referenced below. Details on locations for make-ups will be sent directly to student email accounts.

Makeup Testing Dates:

• M-STEP - TUESDAY, APRIL 21
• PSAT 9, PSAT 10 AND SAT W/ESSAY – WEDNESDAY, APRIL 22
• WIN CAREER READINESS – TUESDAY, APRIL 28

JUNIORS: You will be completing your final test, WIN, which is replacing the ACT WorkKeys, on Thursday, April 23rd. All 11th Graders report to the Gym for testing at 7:50 AM. 11th Graders will have lunch after testing and be expected to attend 5th & 6th hour. ALL 9TH, 10TH & 12TH GRADERS HAVE A REGULAR SCHOOL DAY!

Students MUST Bring:

· Their district-provided laptop is fully charged.

· Pencils

· Layered clothing (due to fluctuations in temperature)

· Cell phone to call for a ride home, if necessary. Phones will be turned off and collected during testing.

Please Note: Students are allowed to bring snacks or a lunch for the break and/or after the test.

Students Should Not Bring:

· Apple Watches/Smartwatches

Tips for Student Success:

· Get a good night’s sleep and eat a good breakfast.

· Answer every question. Students are not penalized for incorrect answers.

· Narrow down your answer choices. Each option that is eliminated increases their chance of getting a correct answer.

RESOURCES:

WIN Career Readiness (https://www.winlearning.com/PDFs/2025%20Product%20Brochures/Academic%20Skills%20Assessment%20Brochure_2025.pdf)

College and Career Center Events are listed on the CCC Calendar

College & Career Center - Seaholm High School

College Preparation Series - for Juniors - kicks off next week!

April 21 – Liberal Arts Education – Presented by Hope College @ 1:30 pm in the CCC

Michigan Assured Admissions Pact (MAAP) Info - "The Michigan Assured Admissions Pact participating universities are committed to admitting all Michigan high school graduates who earned a cumulative high school GPA of 3.0 or above."

For MAAP info: Home | Michigan Assured Admission Pact (maap.org)

Events outside of Seaholm:

Physicists Inspiring the Next Generation - Central Michigan University
July 13-25, 2026
For info: Physicists inspiring the next generation

Oakland University's School of Health Sciences - Exploration in Health Careers

Summer Camp - For info and registration: Health Science Summer Camps - School of Health Sciences - Oakland University

The Joyce Ivy Foundation - College Admissions Symposium
Saturday, May 16, 2026
9:00 - 3:00 p.m.
Troy Community Center

For info and registration: Joyce Ivy College Admissions Symposium 2026 Tickets, Saturday, May 16 from 9 am to 3:30 pm | Eventbrite

Pre-College & Summer Programs Info

Summer Programs and Pre-College Programs are listed on the College & Career Center website under Pre-College & Summer Programs - Seaholm High School.

Various programs are listed – topics, requirements, and deadline dates vary. More programs will be added as they are announced, and some programs have application or registration deadline dates. (If you are looking for a specific program, directly contact the college or university.)

2026-2027 FAFSA is available. "The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is a form that is submitted by students to determine their financial aid eligibility." - MI Student Aid. The MI Student Aid website has FAFSA info and resources. FAFSA Resources

Financial Aid Resources and Workshops – Provided by Oakland University

"Financial Services offers a variety of financial aid events available to students and their families who wish to learn more about the financial aid process, completing the FAFSA, or evaluating financial aid awards." Online Financial Aid Information Sessions are listed – for information visit: Events - Student Financial Services - Oakland University

Michigan Achievement Scholarship - Informational Sessions (Webinars) "Informational webinar provided by Michigan Department of Treasury’s MI Student Aid team.” For registration: - Michigan Achievement Scholarship Informational Sessions Various dates listed.

Virtual Financial Aid Presentations - MI Student Aid

Financial Services offers a variety of financial aid events available to students and their families who wish to learn more about the financial aid process, completing the FAFSA, or evaluating financial aid awards. For registration: Virtual Financial Aid Presentations - Various dates listed.

Oakland Community College - FAFSA Workshops - "View events and register for free."

For info: Fill Out the FAFSA | Oakland County, MI | Oakland Community College

Scholarship Information – For a list of scholarship information and to see past listed opportunities, visit the College & Career Center website – Scholarship link

Scholarships - Seaholm High School (birmingham.k12.mi.us) . Check individual scholarships for student eligibility and grade level requirements.

**Please check this information periodically, as scholarships and deadline dates for the 2025/2026 school year continue to be updated.**

Birmingham Education Association Scholarship -"Birmingham seniors who have chosen education as a career." – See link for requirements and application: https://forms.gle/K3cxLhhLMm8rSvTQ9. Application deadline: April 20, 2026.

Robert A. Schuele Scholarship - Four-year full-ride tuition scholarship opportunity. Click link for info, criteria, and to apply online: 2026 Robert A. Schuele Scholarship Home - RAS Scholarship Application deadline: April 20. 2026.

University of Michigan Alumnae Club of Birmingham (MI) - "$2,500 per year for up to 4 consecutive years for female students attending the University of Michigan." See College & Career Center for scholarship info and application. Application deadline: April 30, 2026.

Interested in physics, math, or scientific research? Oakland University is hosting a Physics Summer Program: Quantum Physics and Research Opportunities for motivated high school students! This engaging program (June 22–July 2, weekdays 1:00–4:30 PM) is open to rising juniors, seniors, and graduating seniors who have earned an A or B in AP Calculus or equivalent.

Students will explore fascinating topics like quantum physics, the structure of the atom, and Nobel Prize–winning discoveries through interactive lectures and lab demonstrations. Participants will also learn about real research opportunities from university faculty.

The cost is $300, with need-based scholarships available. If you’re curious about physics or considering future research, this is a great opportunity to dive in! See the linked PDF for more information.

COMMUNITY SERVICE OPPORTUNITIES

• Seaholm High School offers many community service opportunities that are continuously updated at Community Service Opportunities and through the Seaholm Community Service Club (Club SOS/Interact Club)

**New Community Service Opportunities**

First Lego League Explore Festival

Harlan Elementary is hosting a First Lego League Explore Festival on April 25th from 8am-12pm and we need volunteers to help make it a success. The festival includes demos from the HS Team and the MS teams. We need a few volunteers there to Demo Robots, talk to the kids about Middle and High School Robotics and help with Judging. We need Student Volunteers (4th grade and above) and also Adults for supervision.

The volunteer positions include Reviewers (no experience needed), station help (monitor the activites), concessions, check-in desk, set-up and clean-up.

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/9040F44ABAD29A3FF2-63053239-fllexplore#/

Park Cleanup at Beverly Park

A park cleanup event will be held on Saturday, May 2 at Beverly Park beginning at 9:00 AM. Be sure to wear closed-toe shoes/boots and clothes you don't mind getting dirty! Sign up for this event at https://tinyurl.com/ParkCleanup26

Beverly Hills Memorial Day Parade & Carnival

On Monday, May 25, the Village of Beverly Hills will hold its 43rd annual Memorial Day Parade and Carnival! Volunteers are needed for both the parade (starting at Groves High School - east parking lot) and the carnival (held at Beverly Park.) Please take a look at the various volunteer opportunities offered at https://tinyurl.com/MemorialDay26

BPS Saturday School welcomes volunteer student tutors seeking community service hours. High schoolers and NJHS middle schoolers are both welcome. Adult volunteers from the BPS community are also welcome, but they must have a valid ICHAT background check on file.

Please click on the this Sign up Link to sign up for any of our Saturday School dates for the 2025-2026 school year. Please reach out to Jason Clinkscale at jclinkscale@birmingham.k12.mi.us with questions or to arrange a background check.

Saturday School Dates (9 – 11 am in the Berkshire Middle School Media Center)

Saturday School Dates for 2025-2026 School Year:

April - 11, 18 & 25

May - 2, 9, 16 & 30

June - 6

Seaholm has a proud tradition of athletic excellence. Nearly 1,000 students participate in 35 varsity programs on 64 teams. For information on tickets to games, registration for sports, team schedules and for a list of sports offered at Seaholm with coach contact information, click Athletics.

• Athletics Team Schedules
  Athletic team schedules are posted at www.seaholmsports.org. You can also use the schedule page to find direct links for each team this season. Hint: Visit the schedule site and sign up for email updates.
  

Summer is creeping closer than you think. Interested in playing soccer this fall? Register to get on our communication list. This does not obligate you to play, just the best way to get informed of program events, important dates etc. NEW & RETURNING PLAYERS should fill out the form. 🍁⚽️

Check out the 2025-26 Activities Guide

Each month the Seaholm parent community and PTA provide a fun treat for the Seaholm staff. The treats are set up in the staff lounge with a note of gratitude for all they do. The note also includes the name of the Seaholm family who sponsored the treats. This is a simple way to help add some fun to the day!

If your family would like to help sponsor one of the monthly treat days, you can Venmo $150 to @SeaholmPTA. Please include the family name you would like included on the sign placed with the treats.

Seaholm Monthly Staff Treats Sign Up

Seaholm First Friday Sign Up

This Sunday, April 19, the Birmingham Bloomfield Community Coalition and Birmingham Youth Assistance are hosting safeTALK, a suicide alertness training open to students ages 15+, parents, and community members. This evidence-based training teaches participants how to recognize when someone may be struggling, start a supportive conversation, and connect a peer to help.

Each year, our community experiences heartbreaking student losses to suicide. The more young people who know how to notice warning signs and respond with confidence and care, the more lives we have the potential to protect.

There are 60 total seats available, with approximately 48 spots for students. Sign up here today: https://tinyurl.com/unwu5d28

President: Kristina Cunningham

Vice President: Lisa Young

Secretary: Alaina Pardonnet

Treasurer: Stacy Lusky

Media and Marketing: Andee Gorbatoff

Grant Coordinator: Open

Volunteer Coordinator: Amy Murray

Legislative: Katie Pearce

Seaholm Attendance: Seaholmattendance@birmingham.k12.mi.us

Seaholm uses an email attendance system for all absences. A parent or guardian must email student absences within 5-days following the absence.

Please allow 24-hours for attendance to be updated.

In the event of an absence report the following to Seaholmattendance@birmingham.k12.mi.us

• Appointment - a doctor’s note is necessary for your child to be considered Excused Exempt (EE) if at ortho, dentist, pediatrician, etc.
• Illness (please state the nature of illness, eg: flu, stomach virus, pink eye, strep, etc.)
• Family issue
• Bereavement
• Religious Holiday
• Vacation
• College visit or school related event

You may attach medical information to this email, or send it in with your student.

Absences (A) or tardies (T or TA) not reported will be recorded as unexcused.

Need Your Student Excused During the Day?

Students leaving early must visit the Attendance Office to get a pass to leave class prior to the beginning of that class period.

We will NOT be interrupting instruction and student learning for early dismissal.

Students with dismissal passes will need to sign-out in the Attendance Office before leaving the building.

Students arriving late or returning to school will use the Late/Tardy Entry QR Code posted throughout the building to log the arrival. The Google email confirmation will be the classroom pass.

Greetings Seaholm Alumni!
In the fall of 2026, we will be celebrating the 75th anniversary of Seaholm High School, which originally opened as Birmingham High School in 1951. As part of our commemorative activities, we will be producing a documentary film. We are seeking alumni to share stories, photographs, and personal anecdotes from their time at Seaholm. Our goal is to capture the distinctive spirit of each decade and highlight significant historical events that occurred during that time. If you would like to contribute your stories, ideas, or photos, please email them to Seaholm75@birmingham.k12.mi.us

Recently, the Oakland County Health Division updated its’ Covid guidance. A 5 day isolation is no longer required. Students and staff may return to school when their symptoms overall have improved, they do not have fever and they have been fever free for at least 24 hours without the use of fever-reducing medications such as Tylenol (acetaminophen) Motrin or Advil (ibuprofen). Masking is not mandated, but strongly recommended by the county for 5 days when returning to normal activities to prevent the spread of illness to others. Proper hygiene (cough & sneeze etiquette) and handwashing (20 seconds, all hand surfaces) preventive strategies to prevent the spread of illness to others. Link to Oakland County Health Division guidance (below) https://www.oakgov.com/community/health/health-a-z/information-a-z/respiratory-virus-guidelines

Please show your support of BPS students and teachers by donating to the BEF Annual Fund Campaign. A donation of any amount will help provide exceptional education experiences that are BOLDLY POWERED BY POSSIBILITY! Simply scan the QR code or click on the link to donate TODAY!

https://www.supportbef.org/make-a-gift.html

For more information or to volunteer with the BEF, please contact:

Kathy Zanolli, Executive Director - BEF@birmingham.k12.mi.us | (248)203-3030

To stay aligned with BPS policy, Seaholm students are prohibited from ordering delivery food during the school day. Breakfast and lunch will be provided free of charge for all students this year in the Seaholm cafeteria.

Please be aware of this policy and talk to your student about the policy. It is strictly enforced.

"Students are prohibited from ordering delivery food during the school day, either directly from a restaurant or through smart phone applications and websites. Any food deliveries will be confiscated by the front office and, at the discretion of the front office, may either be retrieved at the end of the school day or discarded. Violation of this policy may result in student discipline."

https://z2policy.ctspublish.com/luskalbertson/browse/birminghamset/birmingham/z20000016

If you need to replace your laptop charger or would like to order a charger to have at home, CLICK HERE FOR AMAZON LINK to a Dell genuine part on Amazon.

You may find one less expensive. Just please make sure it matches the specs of the original charger to avoid damage to the laptop. Specs can be found HERE.

BPS Saturday School Coordinators work together with NHS students from Groves and Seaholm and student teachers from Oakland University, to tutor to any K-12 BPS students in any academic area. WHEN: Every Saturday (excluding holidays, breaks, summer), 9:00am

No need to register, but they ask for a $3 donation to help us provide snacks

For more details: Saturday School website.