📚 The First Day of School is Monday! 🐅

We’re excited to welcome our Tigers back for the 2026–2027 school year on Monday, August 31!

Please remember that the first day is a half day for all students. Middle and high school students will be dismissed at 11:00 AM, and elementary students will be dismissed at 12:00 PM.

Families, please plan accordingly for early dismissal and transportation. We’re looking forward to a great start to the new school year!

about 11 hours ago, Benton Harbor Area Schools
Back-to-school graphic showing students in a classroom with the message “We’ve missed you!” and the first day of school on Monday, August 31.

🚌 Track your student's bus with FirstView!

With the FirstView app, BHAS families can view their student's bus location, receive transportation notifications, and stay informed about their ride to and from school.

📲 Download the FirstView app today and get ready for the first day of school: https://myfirstview.com/

Can't download the app? No worries! Bus routes are also available at www.bhas.org/transportation.

2 days ago, Benton Harbor Area Schools
Aplicación FirstView para que padres y cuidadores rastreen el autobús escolar, con código QR y opciones de descarga.
FirstView vehicle tracking app for parents and caregivers, featuring live bus tracking and notifications, with QR code and app download options.

Dear Staff and Families,

The Benton Harbor Area Schools Board of Education will hold a meeting on Tuesday, August 25, at 6:00 p.m. in the High School Library. The agenda and live-stream information will be available shortly on our website at www.bhas.org

4 days ago, Benton Harbor Area Schools
BHAS School Board meeting announcement for August 25, 2026, at 6:00 PM in the Benton Harbor High School Library, 870 Colfax Avenue.
The WE ROAR Back-to-School Bash brought our Tiger community together for an afternoon of smiles, school supplies & resources, family fun, and connection! 🧡🖤

Thank you to our families, staff, community partners, vendors, and everyone who joined us and helped make the day special.
11 days ago, Benton Harbor Area Schools
Three Benton Harbor cheerleaders in orange and black uniforms smiling and posing together at a school event.
Children playing together on a colorful inflatable attraction at a BHAS community event.
Families and students visiting a Benton Harbor Area Schools information and registration table at an outdoor event.
Students, families, and community members gathering near student musicians performing at a BHAS outdoor event.
A young student getting her face painted while seated at a BHAS community event.
Two smiling Benton Harbor Area Schools staff members posing together behind an information table at an outdoor event.

⏰ Tomorrow's the Day!

Whether you're getting ready for the first day of school or still need to enroll, we'll have staff on-site to help at the WE ROAR Back-to-School Bash. Middle and high school students can also have their ID photos taken during the event!

Also stop by for:
🎒 Free backpacks with school supplies for BHAS students
📝 Enrollment assistance
👋 Meet your BHAS team
🎵 Music and more!

📍 Benton Harbor High School
🕛 12:00–4:00 PM

We'll see you tomorrow! 🧡🖤

16 days ago, Benton Harbor Area Schools
We Roar Back-to-School Bash announcement for Thursday, August 13, 2026, from 12:00 to 4:00 PM at Benton Harbor High School, 870 Colfax Avenue.
Anuncio de la fiesta de regreso a clases “Nosotros Rugimos” el jueves 13 de agosto de 2026, de 12:00 a 4:00 p. m., en Benton Harbor High School, 870 Colfax Avenue.

Dear Staff and Families,

The Benton Harbor Area Schools Board of Education will a meeting on Tuesday, August 11, at 6:00 p.m. in the High School Library. The agenda and live-stream information will be available shortly on our website at www.bhas.org

18 days ago, Benton Harbor Area Schools
BHAS School Board meeting announcement for August 11, 2026, at 6:00 PM in the Benton Harbor High School Library, with meeting link provided.

The WE ROAR Back-to-School Bash is just a few days away!

Join us this Thursday to:
🎒 Pick up a free backpack with school supplies* for BHAS students
📝 Enroll for the 2026-27 school year with help from our registrar
👋 Meet school staff
🎵 Enjoy music and fun while connecting with your school community

📅 Thursday, August 13
🕛 12:00–4:00 PM
📍 Benton Harbor High School

We can't wait to see our Tiger families!

19 days ago, Benton Harbor Area Schools
We Roar Back-to-School Bash announcement for Thursday, August 13, 2026, from 12:00 to 4:00 PM at Benton Harbor High School, 870 Colfax Avenue.
Anuncio de la fiesta de regreso a clases “Nosotros Rugimos” el jueves 13 de agosto de 2026, de 12:00 a 4:00 p. m., en Benton Harbor High School, 870 Colfax Avenue.

🎒 One Week Until We ROAR!

Only one week until the WE ROAR Back-to-School Bash!

Need to enroll your child for the new school year? Our registrar will be on-site with enrollment applications and ready to help.

Plus, BHAS students can receive a free backpack filled with school supplies while supplies last.

📅 Thursday, August 13
🕛 12:00–4:00 PM
📍 Benton Harbor High School

Bring the family—we're excited to welcome our Tiger community back!

23 days ago, Benton Harbor Area Schools
We Roar Back-to-School Bash announcement for Thursday, August 13, 2026, from 12:00 to 4:00 PM at Benton Harbor High School, 870 Colfax Avenue.
Anuncio de la fiesta de regreso a clases “Nosotros Rugimos” el jueves 13 de agosto de 2026, de 12:00 a 4:00 p. m., en Benton Harbor High School, 870 Colfax Avenue.

🐯 Mark Your Calendars! The WE ROAR Back-to-School Bash is Coming!

The countdown to the new school year starts now!

Join us for our WE ROAR Back-to-School Bash on Thursday, August 13, from 12:00–4:00 PM at Benton Harbor High School.

Here's what you can look forward to:
🎒 Backpacks with school supplies for BHAS students (while supplies last)
📝 On-site student enrollment for the 2026-27 school year
👋 Meet school staff
🎵 Music and community fun

Whether you're returning to BHAS or enrolling for the first time, we can't wait to welcome you!
📍 Benton Harbor High School, 870 Colfax Avenue

about 1 month ago, Benton Harbor Area Schools

Dear Staff and Families,

The Benton Harbor Area Schools Board of Education will a meeting on Tuesday, July 28, at 6:00 p.m. in the High School Library. The agenda and live-stream information will be available shortly on our website at www.bhas.org

about 1 month ago, Benton Harbor Area Schools
Dear Staff and Families,

The Benton Harbor Area Schools Board of Education will hold its rescheduled Regular Session meeting on Tuesday, July 21, at 6:00 p.m. in the High School Library. In addition to the in-person event, there will be a live stream option as well. The agenda and live-stream information will be available shortly on our website at www.bhas.org
about 1 month ago, Benton Harbor Area Schools
BHAS School Board meeting announcement for July 21, 2026, at 6:00 PM in the Benton Harbor High School Library, with meeting link provided.

🚨 Sun Meals Update – July 16

Due to an Air Quality Alert in Berrien County and extreme heat conditions, we are making temporary changes to Sun Meals for the safety of staff and participants.

Breakfast (11:00 AM – 12:00 PM) will be delivered to:
• Berrien Homes
• Benton Manor
• Benton Harbor Library
• Country View
• River Terrace

No meal service at the following outdoor sites:
• Ravines
• Union Park
• Pipestone Park
• Blossom Acres

Thank you for your understanding as we prioritize safety.

about 1 month ago, Benton Harbor Area Schools

Dear Staff and Families,

The Benton Harbor Area Schools Board of Education Regular Session Meeting, previously scheduled for today, July 14, at 6:00 p.m., has been canceled. Information regarding the rescheduled meeting date will be shared once confirmed.

We apologize for any inconvenience and appreciate your understanding.

Thank you.

about 2 months ago, Benton Harbor Area Schools
The BHAS Board of Education will a hold Special Session tomorrow, July 2nd, at 6pm in the BHHS Library. The agenda may be found on our website at bhas.org. You are invited to join via Zoom using the following link: http://bit.ly/43hSJ3w
about 2 months ago, Benton Harbor Area Schools
Orange graphic contacing the BHAS School board meeting with the meeting link : http://bit.ly/43hSJ3w. the meeting will be july 2nd at 6pm in the benton harbor high school library 870 colfax ave.
The Benton Harbor Area Schools Board of Education will hold a Special Session meeting on Tuesday, June 23rd at 6:00 p.m. in the High School Library. The meeting will begin at 6 p.m., followed by a Work Session Meeting at 7pm. The agendas can be found online at BHAS.ORG. Both meetings will be live-streamed on Zoom. You are invited to join using the following link: http://bit.ly/43hSJ3w
2 months ago, Benton Harbor Area Schools
The Benton Harbor Area Schools Board of Education will hold a Special Session meeting on Tuesday, June 23rd at 6:00 p.m. in the High School Library. The meeting will begin at 6 p.m., followed by a Work Session Meeting at 7pm. The agendas can be found online at BHAS.ORG. Both meetings will be live-streamed on Zoom. You are invited to join using the following link: http://bit.ly/43hSJ3w
Students enrolled in summer school? Find their bus stop and times on our website: https://www.bhas.org/o/bhas/page/summer-school-2026
3 months ago, Benton Harbor Area Schools
Graphic with the bhas tiger logo and a school bus and a sun behind the tiger logo. The words "summer school bus routes are available on the bhas website" are in orange.
Every Day STILL Matters! We hope our classrooms will remain full for our last two days of school. As a reminder: Tuesday, June 2nd is an Early Release Day. All schools will follow an early dismissal schedule. Wednesday, June 3rd is the Last Day of School and will also be an early release day. We congratulate our students on all their accomplishments this year!
3 months ago, Benton Harbor Area Schools
graphic reminder from Benton Harbor Area Schools on an orange sunburst background. A tiger paw is visible in the bottom left corner. The text reads: "REMINDER. June 2: Early Release Day. June 3: Last Day of School." The BHAS logo is at the bottom.
Tomorrow is an exciting day for our 5th grade Tigers! They will be having their 5th Grade Moving On Ceremony at 6pm, where they will wrap up their elementary years and celebrate the start of their next chapter! If you have any questions, please contact Fair Plain East Elementary at 269-605-2401. #TigerPride
3 months ago, Benton Harbor Area Schools
Announcement of fair plain east elementary's 5th grade moving on ceremony. Students are walking down a runway as they are accepting their certificate of completion. In another photo, students are gathered in preparation for the ceremony. The ceremony will be may 27. 2026 at 6pm.
In observance of Memorial Day, we join the nation in honoring the men and women who lost their lives while serving in the United States Armed Forces. We remember their sacrifice and service to our country.
3 months ago, Benton Harbor Area Schools
An image for Memorial Day featuring the "Benton Harbor Area Schools" (BHAS) logo. The design includes a patriotic banner with blue and red-striped pennants at the top, the words "MEMORIAL DAY" in large, white letters in the center, and red, blue, and gray stars scattered at the bottom. The background is blue with an American flag.

We are so proud to celebrate these five dedicated students from Fair Plain East and MLK Jr. Elementary who have achieved perfect attendance from the first day of school through April.

Congratulations to Kaliam Williams, Asia Bethea, William Bethea, Mario Eslava and Eniyah Jackson. By being in the classroom every day, these students are proving to the Tiger community that on the path to excellence, Every Day Matters.


Let’s celebrate their consistency and hard work. Every Day Matters!

4 months ago, Benton Harbor Area Schools
A black graphic titled "Perfect Attendance Stars" featuring five orange tiger paw prints. Each paw print lists a student's name and school: Kaliam Williams (FPE), and Asia Bethea, William Bethea, Mario Eslava, and Eniyah Jackson (MLK).