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What's New... What's New...

  • BHS Clubs in the Courtyard + Club Info
  • Class of 2027 College Application Overview Presentation
  • With Youth For Youth Leadership Program
  • University of Michigan - M is for You: Essay Workshops & Discover Ross
  • West Point + MSU AIM Event
  • Mark Cuban Foundation AI Training Program
  • Women in Automotive Career Expo Event
  • PSAT/NMSQT Letter to Class of 2028 Families
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📆 Mark your Calendars! 📆 Mark your Calendars!

This week...

09/07: No School - Labor Day

09/09: JUNIORS & SENIORS: Pensole Lewis College of Business & Design (HBCU) Info Session - sign up here!

09/09: JUNIORS & SENIORS: Michigan Technological University Info Session - sign up here!

09/09: JUNIORS: Deadline to register for *optional* PSAT/NMSQT @BHS!

09/09: SENIORS: Drop-In College App Help @lunch in College + Career Center

09/10: JUNIORS & SENIORS: University of Michigan - Dearborn - sign up here!

09/10: JUNIORS & SENIORS: Cleveland Institute of Art Info Session - sign up here!

09/10: Meet the Teacher Night

09/11: JUNIORS & SENIORS: Central Michigan University Info Session - sign up here!

09/11: JUNIORS & SENIORS: Jackson State University Info Session - sign up here!

09/11: JUNIORS + SENIORS: Deadline to turn in HBCU Fair Field Trip Permission Slip!

Next week...

09/15: JUNIORS & SENIORS: Saginaw Valley State University Info Session - sign up here!

09/15: JUNIORS & SENIORS: University of Michigan - Ann Arbor - sign up here!

09/15: JUNIORS & SENIORS: Western Michigan University Info Session - sign up here!

09/16: SENIORS: Drop-In College App Help @lunch in College + Career Center

09/16: JUNIORS & SENIORS: University of Michigan - Flint Info Session - sign up here!

09/17: JUNIORS & SENIORS: Schoolcraft College Info Session - sign up here!

09/17: JUNIORS & SENIORS: Grand Valley State University Info Session - sign up here!

09/18: JUNIORS + SENIORS: HBCU Fair Field Trip has been cancelled

Coming up...

09/22: JUNIORS & SENIORS: Butler University Info Session - sign up here!

09/22: JUNIORS & SENIORS: Oakland University Info Session - sign up here!

09/22: JUNIORS & SENIORS: University of Wisconsin - Madison Info Session - sign up here!

09/23: JUNIORS & SENIORS: John Carroll University Info Session - sign up here!

09/30: JUNIORS & SENIORS: Wayne State University Info Session - sign up here!

10/06: JUNIORS & SENIORS: Indiana University - Bloomington Info Session - sign up here!

10/07: JUNIORS & SENIORS: Michigan State University Info Session - sign up here!

10/07: JUNIORS & SENIORS: Ferris State University Info Session - sign up here!

10/07: Clawson-Royal Oak-Berkley Future College & Career Fair @ 6:00 pm

10/13: JUNIORS & SENIORS: Elon University Info Session - sign up here!

10/14: JUNIORS & SENIORS: Hope College Info Session - sign up here!

10/14: JUNIORS & SENIORS: Adrian College Info Session - sign up here!

10/16: SENIORS: Onsite Admissions Day - sign up here!

10/20: JUNIORS & SENIORS: College for Creative Studies Info Session & Portfolio Review- sign up here!

10/21: JUNIORS & SENIORS: Calvin University Info Session & Portfolio Review- sign up here!

10/22: JUNIORS & SENIORS: Henry Ford College Info Session - sign up here!

10/28: JUNIORS & SENIORS: Ohio State University Info Session- sign up here!

10/28: JUNIORS & SENIORS: Miami University Info Session - sign up here!

11/10: Deadline to turn in MI Career Quest Permission Slip

11/17: MI Career Quest Field Trip

Bell Schedule, OSTC Calendar, Senior Calendar, etc. Bell Schedule, OSTC Calendar, Senior Calendar, etc.

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🆕 Clubs in the Courtyard - Sept. 16th 🆕 Clubs in the Courtyard - Sept. 16th

Clubs in the Courtyard
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Our annual Clubs in the Courtyard event will be Wednesday, September 17th during lunch. This is a great opportunity for our students to explore all that BHS has to offer. This is also a wonderful way for new 9th grade students to make connections and find a sense of belonging.

AP Exam Registration AP Exam Registration

Exam Payment September 1st - October 30th

Register/pay for AP Exam. Students must join their AP course in their College Board account. Students who have issues with College Board accounts must contact College Board at: 866-315-6068.


REGULAR Registration Window: September 1st - October 30th

  • Register/pay for AP Exam
  • COST = $110 per exam ($150 for AP Seminar/Research exam)
  • FREE/REDUCED COST = $15 per exam
    • Students can indicate when registering if they receive free/reduced lunch. BHS will then verify after student registers. *Check with your counselor to see if this applies to you.


LATE Registration Window: October 31st - February 14th

  • $100 LATE registration fee per exam
  • COST = $210 per exam ($250 for AP Seminar/Research exam)
  • FREE/REDUCED COST = $115 per exam


No refunds will be given after November 12, 2026


You must register on College Board AND Total Registration in order for your AP exam to

be ordered. Your exam must be paid in full on Total Registration by November 1, 2026 for

your exam to be order.

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SENIORS: Sign up for Onsite Admissions Day @BHS SENIORS: Sign up for Onsite Admissions Day @BHS

Onsite 2026
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Sign-up for Onsite Admissions Day by October 9th
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🆕 With Youth For Youth Leadership Program 🆕 With Youth For Youth Leadership Program

Don't miss a new With Youth For Youth (WYFY) opportunity with young people in your network!

WYFY is currently recruiting young people from across Southeast Michigan to join our next cohort and participate in a shared learning and youth leadership experience. Participants will have opportunities to connect with other young people across the regions, share their perspectives, and help shape work impacting young people and their communities. Youth can earn a stipend of up to $3,500 for their participation.


To apply you will need:

  • To be 14-18 years of age
  • Reside in Southeast Michigan: Livingston, Macomb, Monroe, Oakland, St. Clair, Washtenaw, and Wayne counties.
  • Complete the application
  • Complete orientation requirements
  • Attend monthly in-person Saturday sessions.

To learn more about the Michigan Afterschool Partnership, please visit: https://www.miafterschool.org/


Click here for more information and to apply!

The application Deadline is September 9, 2026

DCAN - For You With You Program
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🆕 Class of 2027 College Application Overview Presentation 🆕 Class of 2027 College Application Overview Presentation

The Counseling Department met with the Class of 2027 on Monday, September 8th to review the steps of the college application process. Below is the link to access the presentation. We hope you will review this information together as a family.

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🆕 University of Michigan - M is for You: Essay Workshops & Discover Ross 🆕 University of Michigan - M is for You: Essay Workshops & Discover Ross

M is for You: Essay Writing Workshops

The University of Michigan Detroit office will host essay writing workshops for prospective U of M applicants. Students have the opportunity to meet one on one with an admissions counselor to review their application essays and receive feedback. It is helpful if students have a "draft" but do not need finished essays. There are in person dates hosted at the U of M Detroit Center, as well as virtual opportunities. These do fill up and pre-registration is required.


Discover Ross

This is targeted at prospective students interested in the Ross School of Business. Learn more about the Michigan Ross BBA program, gather practical tips on the application and admissions process, find out what makes a strong Ross admissions portfolio, and connect with the Ross admissions team to get your questions answered. There are several dates throughout Michigan.


  • The Detroit session is October 27th,
  • The Southfield/Dearborn session is October 28th.


Pre registration is required to attend.

🆕 West Point + MSU AIM Event 🆕 West Point + MSU AIM Event

You are cordially invited to an admissions event for the United States Military Academy. This is a unique opportunity to learn more about West Point, life as a Cadet, and our application process. Register to reserve your place for this great opportunity to learn more about whether the Academy is the right fit for you and how to apply.

Event Details:

Date: Wednesday, September 9, 2026

Time: 5:00 PM


Location:

MSU ROTC HQ

229 Dem Hall Rd

East Lansing, MI 48824-5404


During the Admissions Presentation, we will discuss:

  1. What West Point Offers: Learn why West Point stands as a premier institution for leadership development, academic excellence, and character growth.
  2. Life as a Cadet: Gain insights into the daily life of a West Point Cadet, including academics, athletics, and leadership training.
  3. The Application Process: Understand the steps to apply to West Point and gather valuable tips to enhance your application.


REGISTER HERE!

Space is limited, so be sure to secure your spot at the event and register as soon as possible.

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Midnight Golf Program Midnight Golf Program

College Career & Beyond | Midnight Golf Program

College Career & Beyond | Midnight Golf Program is a postsecondary success program that’s transforming the lives of thousands of the Detroit area’s most academically-ambitious and driven students.


Starting in your senior year of high school, through college graduation and into the workforce, College Career & Beyond | Midnight Golf Program provides a comprehensive support system and essential resources so students can thrive during this exciting time in your lives. More than 3,000+participants have moved on to college since our program began in 2001. They have studied at more than 120 different colleges and universities across the country.


For further information on how you can become apart of this program, go here.

The deadline to apply is Monday, September 21, 2026 @ 5p.m.


Mandatory Open House

All applicants must attend the mandatory Open House presentation session.

Date: September 21

Time: 6 P.M. to 8 P.M.

Location: Greater Grace Temple - 23500 W Seven Mile Rd, Detroit, MI 48219

NCRF Black College Expo - September 26th, 2026 NCRF Black College Expo - September 26th, 2026

Huntington Place, Detroit, MI

Saturday, September 26 • 10 AM - 2 PM


Overview

Get ready for the Detroit Black College Expo™ on September 26th, 2026 at Huntington Place! Connect with HBCUs & other colleges Get Accepted


Welcome to the 6th Annual Detroit Black College Expo™!

This event is a great opportunity for students to explore their academic options and connect with historically black colleges and universities.


Join us on Saturday September 26, 2026 at Huntington Place for a day filled with information and inspiration. You'll have the chance to meet with college representatives, attend workshops, and learn about financial aid options. Don't miss out on this amazing opportunity to jump-start your college journey!


Get Accepted on the SPOT, students you must bring copies of your transcripts, ACT or SAT test scores are NOT necessary, however if you have them bring them (12th graders and some colleges may accept 11th graders)


College Transfer Students you can also can get accepted on the spot! Bring your transcripts from all colleges that you have attended.


Black College Expo™ is 10am to 3:00pm. Also, featuring Scholarship Presentation, entertainment, cash giveaways, and participate in the “Dance Off” for Cash & Prizes, hosted by our celebrity ambassadors.

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SAIC (School of the Art Institute of Chicago) - Charles H. Wright Museum SAIC (School of the Art Institute of Chicago) - Charles H. Wright Museum

SAIC is coming to Detroit, and we'd love to meet you!


Join us to learn more about what makes the School of the Art Institute of Chicago (SAIC) one of the nation's most influential art and design schools. You'll hear about our interdisciplinary curriculum, scholarship opportunities, student life in Chicago, and the resources we offer to help students build creative careers.

You'll also have the chance to meet one-on-one with an admissions representative, get feedback on your portfolio, ask questions, and explore what studying art and design in Chicago could look like for you.

We hope to see you there!


Meet SAIC - Detroit

Saturday, September 19

11:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.

Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History

315 E. Warren Ave.

Detroit, MI 48201

Go here to SIGN UP! →


Applying to SAIC

Interested in applying to SAIC? You may begin your application prior to attending, so we can answer your questions at the event.

BEGIN YOUR APP →

Questions?

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact our admissions office at 800.232.7242, 312.629.6100, or ugadmiss@saic.edu.

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🎓 Free College Application Workshops 🎓 Free College Application Workshops

This September, Schoolhouse is offering three free College Admissions Workshops for you to learn directly from current college students and gain practical guidance on the college application journey.


See what one recent learner had to say about her experience with our College Admissions Workshops:


“During the four weeks of of these workshops, I didn’t just attend lectures with generic advice. Above all, I was surrounded by enthusiastic peers sharing the same goal as me, had access to a supportive tutor who’d been through the whole process, and could focus on what felt right for me through the workbook activities and discussions. In the end, applying to college became exciting and fulfilling: a journey towards self-discovery.”


Through Schoolhouse workshops, you will:

  • Learn from current college students from schools such as Harvard, Caltech, UChicago, Yale, and many more. These students have been where you are and can answer any of your questions.
  • Follow a curriculum developed by college experts. Your tutor will guide your group through activities and discussions designed by admissions experts at the Coalition for College.
  • Learn alongside a small group of peers. Each workshop includes no more than 15 students, creating a supportive environment where you can learn from others.


Our September workshops range from two to four weeks and will walk you through creating your college list, writing college essays, and understanding financial aid.


Registration is open from now until August 31! We hope to see you at one (or more!) of our September workshops.


Sign up for CAW!


Warmly,

Rebecca and the Schoolhouse.world team


JUNIORS + SENIORS: College Info Sessions @BHS JUNIORS + SENIORS: College Info Sessions @BHS

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What is a College Info Session?

During a College Info Session, a college admissions representative/counselor presents to a group of BHS juniors and seniors about their college, admission requirements, application process, scholarships, campus life, and more!


Meeting the college admissions representative for a school you are interested in applying to can be very helpful during the application process. Especially if a school visiting is one of your first choices, introducing yourself to the representative can go a long way!

To attend a College Info Session:

  • You must sign up at least 1 day in advance.
  • You must be in the 11th or 12th grade.
  • You must use your confirmation email as your pass to leave class. You will not be called down.
  • You can sign up for up to five info sessions.

SENIORS: Common App and Essay Workshops @BHS SENIORS: Common App and Essay Workshops @BHS

College Essay Guy - Common App & Essay Workshops
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Common App Walk-through + How to Create an Outstanding Activities List and Additional Info Section Workshop

Coming Soon!

A Crash Course on Strategizing and Writing the Supplemental Essays Workshop
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A Crash Course on Strategizing and Writing the Supplemental Essays Workshop

Coming Soon!

SENIORS: Need help applying to College? SENIORS: Need help applying to College?

Drop-in on Wednesdays @lunch in College + Career Center

Are you confused about...the college application process?... filling out college applications?... not knowing where to start?


Drop-in College App Help in the College + Career Center Wednesdays @lunch!

  • Starts Wed, Sept. 2nd thru Wed, Nov. 25th!
  • Bring your device, lunch, and a friend!
  • Be sure to check out the BHS Counseling College website for answers to many of your questions!

👇 Everything you need to research + apply! 👇 👇 Everything you need to research + apply! 👇

College KickOff Guide
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College KickOff Guide

Easy-to-read overview on researching + applying to college. MUST READ FOR SENIORS!
BHS + College Essay Guy -- A Family's Handbook to College Admissions
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BHS + College Essay Guy -- A Family's Handbook to College Admissions

In-depth look at the college application process.
College Application Hub
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College Application Hub

Website from CEG with all👏the👏things.
BHS - My College List Tracker
Use this document to keep track of all college things! There are 5 different tabs, so you can keep track of colleges you are thinking about, colleges you are applying to, whether those colleges require essays, passwords, and scholarships!
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🆕 Mark Cuban Foundation AI BootCamp 🆕 Mark Cuban Foundation AI BootCamp

The Mark Cuban Foundation is holding an AI Bootcamp program for High School students on the UWM Campus.

Mark Cuban Foundation AI Bootcamp is a free, twenty-hour introduction to Artificial Intelligence for high school students. Activities include:


  • AI and emerging technology instruction
  • Creation of a capstone project
  • Mentorship from professionals in your community
  • Applied ethics to various scenarios
  • Exploring entrepreneurship/career options

Materials are designed for hands-on learning with technologies you’ll actually use. A technical track is offered but no previous computer science is necessary for success. Students who complete the program continue to receive mentorship and AI learning opportunities until graduation.

If you are a high school student interested in learning more about AI tools and concepts, this opportunity is for you!


For more information and to apply go to https://portal.markcubanai.org/apply.

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🆕 Women in Automotive Career Expo Event 🆕 Women in Automotive Career Expo Event

The Automotive Women's Alliance Foundation (AWAF), is enthused to share an exciting, completely free upcoming opportunity for 12th grade high school girls.


We are hosting The Career Pit Stop, an interactive networking expo specifically designed to connect driven young women with top professionals across the automotive, mobility, and tech industries.


Are you ready to drive your future forward?

If you are a collegiate woman or high school senior interested in a career in the automotive, mobility, or tech industries, you need the right connections. Join us at The Career Pit Stop, an interactive networking expo designed to empower female students, where you can skip the boring lectures and speak directly one-on-one with industry experts. Whether you are interested in engineering, design, marketing, finance, or supply chain, this is your starting line.

When: Thursday, September 17th | 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM Where: Madonna University | Livonia, MI Cost: 100% Free for Students!


Here is how it works:

•Explore: Discover dozens of exciting career paths in the auto industry.

•Connect: Walk the expo floor and use our "Icebreaker" prompts to chat easily with professionals.

•Win Prizes: Grab an event passport at the door! Get your passport stamped by the professionals you talk to. Collect 10 stamps to enter our Grand Prize Raffle for:

•Premium Gift Cards

•Exclusive Automotive Gear

•A VIP Shadow Day & Lunch with an Industry Professional

•A 1-Year AWAF Student Membership


Space is limited! Claim your spot and register today: Registration Link

We look forward to seeing you at the finish line!

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Junior Aviator Program Junior Aviator Program

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Because we’ve had so much interest in flight lessons from young people between 12 and 15 years old, we decided we would launch our Junior Aviator Program.

While you can’t actually fly solo until you’re 16, and you can’t get your Private Pilot License until you’re 17, the Junior Aviator Program is an opportunity for 12-to-15-year-olds to learn the language of aviation, get immersed in the flying experience through our full-motion simulator and complete the coursework that will allow them to take the FAA’s written exam even before getting their in-the-air training.

That’s important because there is a two-year window after passing the written exam, during which oral and practical exams need to take place. So getting the written exam done at 15 makes it possible to get the PPL at 17.

The director of our Junior Aviator Program is Berkley’s Lauren Kolar (pictured at right), who was one of the very first students we enrolled here at Victors and has big plans of her own as a future pilot.


If you or a young person you know is between 12 and 15, and would like to sign up for Junior Aviators, go to this link!

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Case Western Reserve University Full Tuition Theater Scholarship Case Western Reserve University Full Tuition Theater Scholarship

Each year, CWRU’s Theater Department awards four full-tuition scholarships to incoming students who wish to major in theater, and two $10,000 merit scholarships to students who wish to minor in theater, or pursue as an extracurricular. For more information, see CWRU theater scholarships.

Case Western Reserve offers an outstanding theater program for undergraduate students, including courses in acting technique, musical theater, movement, voice, stagecraft, costume design, scenic design, directing, playwriting, sketch comedy, improv, history, literature and criticism, and more. Students perform onstage and serve on technical crews in mainstage theatrical productions each year. The high ratio of faculty to students ensures that students work closely with highly skilled professionals.

For students interested in studying theater arts, CWRU Theater Weekend is not to be missed.

Theater Weekend is held October 2-3 or November 13-14 -1855 Ansel Road, Cleveland, OH 44106.


Theater Weekend kicks off on Friday evening with a meet-and-greet with faculty and students, followed by a workshop as well as a tour of our new state-of-the-art theater, The Milton and Tamar Maltz Performing Arts Center. Students also have the option of observing theater classes on Friday morning.

On Saturday, students will audition and interview for the scholarships in the morning, tour campus and visit the dining hall in the afternoon, and attend a CWRU Department of Theater mainstage production that evening.


Student registration for Theater Weekend

Michigan Community College Guarantee Michigan Community College Guarantee

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All recent Michigan high school graduates are eligible!

  • The Community College Guarantee helps recent high school graduates earn a skill certificate or associate degree at their local community college tuition-free!
  • All recent Michigan high school graduates are eligible—regardless of family income.
  • If you receive the federal Pell grant, you’re eligible for a $1,000 bonus to help pay for living expenses like books, transportation, and rent!

Visit the BHS Scholarship News + Fin Aid Info for more!

Click on this link (or below) to check out upcoming free evening webinars on the Michigan Achievement Scholarship, Michigan Skills Scholarship, and Community College Guarantee!

The Gates Scholarship The Gates Scholarship

due Sept. 15th

The Gates Scholarship



https://www.thegatesscholarship.org/scholarshipThis prestigious scholarship is awarded to exceptional student leaders who demonstrate academic excellence and significant financial need

Eligibility Requirements:

  • High school senior

  • Pell-eligible

  • U.S. citizen or permanent resident

  • Minimum cumulative weighted GPA of 3.3 (on a 4.0 scale)

  • Planning to enroll full-time in a four-year degree program at a U.S. accredited, not-for-profit, private or public college or university

Questbridge National College Match Scholarship Questbridge National College Match Scholarship

Due Oct. 1st

QuestBridge is a nationally recognized nonprofit that helps outstanding students from low-income backgrounds dream big and realize that a top college is possible. Start your path to college with QuestBridge!


Four year, full ride!

Our 52 college partners are actively seeking students like you. Apply for free to the nation’s best colleges and be considered for early admission and a full four-year scholarship. The National College Match application gives you extra space to tell your unique story as a student who has excelled academically despite financial hardship.


If admitted to a college partner through the Match or QuestBridge Regular Decision, you will join a supportive community of over 10,000 other QuestBridge Scholars currently attending our college partners, and upon graduation, you'll be welcomed into a network of over 20,000 QuestBridge Alumni for continued support, networking, and growth opportunities.


  • High school seniors, regardless of citizenship, currently attending high school in the U.S. and planning to attend college the fall after graduation, and U.S. Citizens and Permanent Residents living abroad
  • Earning primarily A’s in the most challenging courses offered
  • Demonstrating strong writing skills and intellectual curiosity, plus resilience, integrity, and motivation to succeed
  • Typically from a household earning less than $65,000 annually with minimal assets (for a household of four members).


📢 The 2026 National College Match application for high school seniors is now open! The deadline to apply is Thursday, October 1. Create an account or log in to apply.

JUNIORS & SENIORS: Horatio Alger Scholarship JUNIORS & SENIORS: Horatio Alger Scholarship

Juniors: due March 1st, Seniors: due Feb. 15th

The Horatio Alger Association is seeking students who display integrity and perseverance in overcoming adversity, and plan to pursue a bachelor’s degree. Students must have financial need and a determination to turn adversity into opportunity and pursue their American Dream.


SENIORS


Eligibility Requirements:

  • Be enrolled full time as a high school senior in the United States

  • Exhibit a strong commitment to pursue and complete a bachelor’s degree at one of the target colleges/universities on our website (complete list can be found here: Senior Scholarships)

  • Demonstrate financial need ($100,000 or lower household income)

  • Be involved in co-curricular and community service activities

  • Display integrity and perseverance in overcoming adversity

  • Minimum grade point average (GPA) of 2.0

  • Be a United States citizen


JUNIORS


Eligibility Requirements:

  • Be enrolled full time as a high school junior in the United States

  • Exhibit a strong commitment to pursue and complete a bachelor’s degree at an accredited non-profit public or private institution in the United States

  • Demonstrate financial need ($100,000 or lower household income)

  • Be involved in co-curricular and community service activities

  • Display integrity and perseverance in overcoming adversity

  • Minimum grade point average (GPA) of 2.0

  • Be a United States citizen

Undergraduate Scholarships | Horatio Alger

Undergraduate Scholarships | Horatio Alger

Horatio Alger Association administers over 70 scholarship programs, offering opportunities for students in various stages of their academic careers to achieve their educational goals and realize their potential. Scroll down to learn how to apply and keep scrolling for a list of all of the available scholarships.

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The Coca-Cola Scholars Program The Coca-Cola Scholars Program

due Sept. 30th

Award: One-time $20,000 scholarship


Requirements:

  • Legal Status in US - eligible for Federal Financial Aid
  • Coca-Cola Scholars are well-rounded, bright students who not only excel academically, but are also actively involved in their schools. These leaders are passionate and service-oriented, and demonstrate a sustained commitment to bettering their community.


Application now open here

Jack Kent Cooke Foundation College Scholarship Program Jack Kent Cooke Foundation College Scholarship Program

due Nov. 11th

The Jack Kent Cooke Foundation College Scholarship Program application is now open on the Common App. The deadline to apply is November 11, 2026.

Selected Cooke Scholars will:

  • Receive scholarship funding toward college attendance costs so they may graduate with as little debt as possible.
  • Access comprehensive advising about how to maximize their college experience.
  • Be eligible for internship opportunities, study abroad programs, and to apply for the Cooke Graduate Scholarship.

To be eligible, applicants must meet the following requirements:

  • Senior standing – Complete four years of high school in the U.S., a U.S territory, or on a U.S. military base and plan to graduate in spring 2027.
  • Fall College Enrollment – Intend to enroll in an accredited four-year college beginning in fall 2027.
  • GPA – Earn a minimum, cumulative unweighted GPA of 3.75 or above.
  • Test Scores - Submit a standardized test score or scores from one of the following: SAT, ACT, AP, or IB exam. There is no minimum score requirement to apply, however, applicants must have taken one (or more) of these tests and submit the score.
  • Demonstrate Unmet Financial Need – We will consider applicants with a maximum annual gross income of $95,000. Last year’s cohort of new College Scholarship recipients had a median family income of approximately $45,180. During the selection process, the Foundation will conduct a full financial review which will take into account all income and assets of the student and the student’s parents.


Click here to get started.

Sincerely,


Cooke Foundation Outreach and Selection Team

Jewish Historical Society Essay Contest Jewish Historical Society Essay Contest

What is the topic?

The state of Michigan’s guiding themes for the celebration of America’s 250th birthday include the

“Power of Place.”

https://www.america250mi.org/guide


After thinking about this theme, write an essay that responds to the following question:

As a Jewish Michigander, what does America’s 250th birthday mean to you? Discuss how your history, experiences, geographic location, identity, and/or values as a Jewish Michigander shape your perspective on our nation's milestone. Be as creative as you like!


Who can enter?

This competition is open to students in grades 9-12 in public, private, or homeschool as of the essay

submission deadline. Entrants must be residents of the state of Michigan.


For more information and to complete the application see the attached form below.

Email questions to: Amer250@jhsmichigan.org

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The Hagan Scholarship The Hagan Scholarship

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due Dec. 1st

Description of Scholarship

The Hagan Scholarship provides $1,000 to help purchase essential items for college, up to $7,500 each semester for up to 8 consecutive semesters, workshops to learn important life skills not typically covered in the college curriculum, an HSF Schwab Brokerage Account to learn how to invest, and up to $8,000 to study and travel abroad.

Hagan Scholars who graduate while in the Hagan Scholarship Program can apply for a Hagan Graduate Scholarship, good for up to four additional consecutive semesters to attend graduate school or the first two years of a professional program, receiving up to $7,500 each semester.


1. The disbursement amount will be determined each semester by HSF by taking the Total Cost of Attendance including tuition, fees, room, board, books, supplies, personal and transportation costs; then, deducting the total dollar amount of ALL scholarships, awards, grants, waivers, Federal and Institution provided Work-Study, and one-half of the recipient’s FAFSA SAI. Parents are not required to pay the SAI; it is used only to determine the disbursement amount.


2. The disbursement amount will be adjusted each semester to offset the expiration or loss of other scholarships, awards, grants, waivers, Federal or institution provided work-study, and changes in the recipient’s SAI.


3. The Hagan Scholarship is renewable for up to seven additional consecutive semesters if the recipient fulfills the scholarship criteria and mandatory workshop responsibilities. Funding of the Hagan Scholarship will cease upon graduation from college or after earning 140 credit hours, whichever first occurs. In that event, recipients will continue managing their HSF Schwab Account and fulfill all other scholarship criteria until their Award Year Class graduates from college.

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JUNIORS & SENIORS: Nicodemus Wilderness Project Apprentice Ecologist Scholarship JUNIORS & SENIORS: Nicodemus Wilderness Project Apprentice Ecologist Scholarship

Due Aug. 31st

Scholarship Description

Applicants must lead or join an environmental stewardship project, take a photo of their project in action, write an essay about their project and what it meant to them, and submit their project photo and essay to the scholarship provider.

Scholarship Details

  • Three scholarships awarded annually totaling $1,750
  • Scholarships are for tuition and fees at an accredited college or university
  • Top five essay authors also receive a free NWP t-shirt or tote bag

Eligibility Criteria

  • Open to high school juniors and seniors
  • High school seniors may also apply during the summer after graduation
  • Applicants must complete an environmental stewardship project
  • Projects must reflect leadership, initiative, and sustainability

Application Process

  1. Plan and lead or join an environmental cleanup or conservation project
  2. Take a photo of yourself in action during the project
  3. Write an essay describing your project, its impact, and what it meant to you (suggested length: 750–1,500 words)
  4. Email your submission to mail@wildernessproject.org with the following: project location, photo, essay, number of volunteers, total volunteer hours, and your name, address, and year in high school
  5. Submit everything by August 31st to be considered for that year’s awards

Michigan Auto Law Car Accident Injury Survivor Scholarship Michigan Auto Law Car Accident Injury Survivor Scholarship

due Dec. 31st

Michigan Auto Law is proud to announce that we will be awarding 4 winners this year for our annual Kelsey’s Law Distracted Driving Awareness Scholarship, totaling to $5,000 in scholarships. Michigan Auto Law hopes to inspire change and raise awareness, by encouraging Michigan high school juniors and seniors to submit a compelling message that convinces young drivers to reduce distractions while driving and persuades all drivers, especially teen drivers, to stop texting while driving.


Messages may be in the form of a YouTube video or graphic that resonates with teens and influences their driving behavior. Entries will be judged and critiqued on the following factors:


  • Ability to persuade others, especially teen drivers, to stop texting while driving.
  • Ability to grab the attention of other teen drivers, peers, and drivers of all ages.
  • A clear and understandable message.
  • Demonstration of the applicant’s personal creativity and ingenuity.
  • We’re looking for your unique perspective. Video submissions must use original footage you’ve created, not stock footage.
  • Submissions that were created using AI will not be accepted or considered.
  • Submissions from previous years will not be accepted or considered.


Kelsey’s Law Distracted Driving Awareness Scholarship winners will be notified by March 6, and winners will be announced sometime during April 2027 to coincide with National Distracted Driving Awareness Month.


Go here to complete your application in our online form.

The National Society Daughters of the American Revolution Scholarships The National Society Daughters of the American Revolution Scholarships

due Jan. 31st

The National Society Daughters of the American Revolution offers national scholarships in a wide variety of fields. Applications for the coming year will be accepted through January 31, 2027.


https://dar.academicworks.com/

Chick-fil-A™ Community Scholars Program Chick-fil-A™ Community Scholars Program

The 2027 program will be accepting applications from August 21, 2026, through November 3, 2026, 3:00 p.m. Central Time. Thanks for your interest in the program!

The program is administered by Scholarship America®, the nation’s largest designer and manager of scholarships and other education support programs for corporations, foundations, associations, and individuals. Eligibility for individual programs is determined at the sole discretion of the sponsor and eligible applications are reviewed by Scholarship America’s evaluation team.


Eligibility

Applicants to the Chick-fil-A Community Scholars Program must:

  • Be 18 years of age by July 15, 2027.
  • Currently reside* in the United States (U.S.), Puerto Rico, or Canada at time of application and award
  • Be a current
    • High school senior/student in their final year of upper or higher secondary school
    • College/university Undergraduate
    • Graduate student

AND

  • Planning to enroll in full-time undergraduate or graduate study for the 2027-2028 academic year at an accredited two-year or four-year college or university, or vocational-technical school or CEGEP institution
  • Be involved in community service, extracurricular activities and/or a leadership role in the twelve (12) months prior to application deadline (for example, volunteering for non-profits, helping others less fortunate, tutoring/mentoring, etc.)
  • Have a minimum cumulative grade point average of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale (or the equivalent)
  • Be willing to participate in the Chick-fil-A Scholars Program (a one-year engagement that includes mentoring and leadership development alongside our $25k Remarkable Futures Scholars), if selected.

Chick-fil-A employees and dependents/spouses of employees or Operators are not eligible to apply.

*Applicants are NOT required to be citizens or permanent residents of either country. Individuals granted deferred action status under the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals Program (DACA) and international students attending college in the U.S., Puerto Rico, or Canada are eligible to apply.


Apply here!

The Dream.US Scholarships - Opens Nov. 1st The Dream.US Scholarships - Opens Nov. 1st

TheDream.US scholarships are for highly motivated undocumented students with or without DACA or TPS who want to get a college education but are unable to afford the cost. They have no access to federal aid, limited access to state aid, and they sometimes face paying out-of-state tuition. We offer two scholarships.



https://www.thedream.us/scholarships/

💰 BHS Scholarships List + Financial Aid Info! 💰 BHS Scholarships List + Financial Aid Info!

Financial Aid + Scholarships 26/27

Financial Aid + Scholarships 26/27

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🆕 🚨 JUNIORS: PSAT/NMSQT October 15th @BHS *Optional!* 🆕 🚨 JUNIORS: PSAT/NMSQT October 15th @BHS *Optional!*

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Register by September 9th!

  • The digital PSAT/NMSQT will be administered @ BHS on October 9th.
  • The test is optional (and free) for BHS juniors.
  • BHS juniors must register in advance.
  • Register by September 25th!
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PSAT/NMSQT Registration Form for BHS Juniors
BHS juniors can register for this optional digital PSAT/NMSQT by Sept. 25th!
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🆓 Practice SAT/ACT Tests @ The Tutoring Center in Birmingham 🆓 Practice SAT/ACT Tests @ The Tutoring Center in Birmingham

*Free* SAT/ACT practice tests first Sunday of every month from 2-5 PM


The next SAT/ACT Diagnostic Assessment will be held on Sunday, September 6, 2026.

Call the center or click here to reserve your seat. Space is limited!

📝 ACT + SAT Weekend Test Dates 📝 ACT + SAT Weekend Test Dates

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ACT & SAT Info + Registration links

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📝 Spring 2027 Michigan Merit Exam Testing 📝 Spring 2027 Michigan Merit Exam Testing

April 2027

  • 11th graders must take the M-Step and the digital SAT, the WIN assessment is optional
  • 10th graders will take the digital PSAT 10
  • 9th graders will take the digital PSAT 9

Students do not need to register for these exams at BHS in April. More information to come in January!

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👪 Easterseals MORC Parent Navigator Events 👪 Easterseals MORC Parent Navigator Events

Upcoming FREE Events

If you are a parent residing in Oakland County and interested in learning more about the topics listed below, we invite you to register for one of our virtual workshops by scanning the QR codes provided. Each session is 45-60 minutes long and conveniently held online. Additionally, we will be offering our support group again this fall, specifically designed for parents of elementary-aged children. This in-person group will meet bi-weekly for five weeks in both Auburn Hills and Walled Lake.

  • Anxiety and Depression Workshop Registration
  • Trauma Education for Caregivers Workshop Registration
  • ACES Workshop Registration
  • IEP/504 Workshop Registration
  • Parents Supporting Parents Group Registration
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Counselors meet with students by appointment only. (Unless it is an emergency)

Counselors meet with students by appointment only. (Unless it is an emergency)



  • Schedule an appointment with Mrs. Sloan (last names A-D)
  • Schedule an appointment with Mrs. Weiss (last names E-K)
  • Schedule an appointment with Ms. Drinkard (last names L-Q: 9th-11th & L-R: 12th )
  • Schedule an appointment with Mrs. Tye (last names R-Z: 9th -11th & S-Z: 12th)
  • Schedule an appointment with Mrs. Sain (College + Career Counselor)

💁 College + Career Center course in Schoology 💁 College + Career Center course in Schoology

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BHS students grades 10-12 have been added to the "College + Career Center" course in Schoology. New and 9th grade students will be added during the first week of school.

In this course, students will have access to info on colleges, careers, jobs, etc. Counseling Department events, important dates, and Counseling News will also be posted for students!


Parents/Guardians can join the "College + Career Center" course in Schoology by using the appropriate join code below:

  • Class of 2027 - 69W3-4QFG-36GGQ
  • Class of 2028 - 978C-8KD5-NQ52V
  • Class of 2029 - XMKT-7BX3-X4N7K
  • Class of 2030 - QXD7-Q6M5-FN3PD

🤯 BHS Counseling website 🤯 BHS Counseling website

BHS Counseling Website
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  • Meeting with your counselor
  • Mental health resources
  • BHS course information/schedules
  • Life after BHS! (college, jobs, careers, scholarships, financial aid)
  • Calendar of upcoming BHS Counseling events
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