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
4 days 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.
5 days 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!

17 days 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).
You are invited to join us for our 4th Grade Day of Excellence on Tuesday, May 19th at 1:30pm at Fair Plain East Elementary.
17 days ago, Benton Harbor Area Schools
You are invited to join us for our 4th Grade Day of Excellence on Tuesday, May 19th at 1:30pm at Fair Plain East Elementary.
This week, we are honoring the incredible educators who go above and beyond to support our students’ growth and success. Please join us in showing your appreciation by encouraging your child to write a thank-you card or share a kind word with their teacher.
24 days ago, Benton Harbor Area Schools
Teacher Appreciation Week
May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and at BHAS, we are committed to supporting the emotional well-being of our students and staff. Our district is here as a resource for your family, providing the tools and counseling support needed to ensure every Tiger feels safe, seen and supported. Remember that it is always okay to ask for help!
24 days ago, Benton Harbor Area Schools
May is Mental Health Month
Come out and support our 4th Grade students
26 days ago, Linda Dyson
FPE - 4th Grade  Day of Excellence
The BHAS Board of Education is holding a Work Session Meeting on Tuesday, April 28th, in the Benton Harbor High School Library. The meeting will begin at 6 p.m. and will also be live-streamed on Zoom. You are invited to join using the following link: http://bit.ly/43hSJ3w
about 1 month ago, Benton Harbor Area Schools
BHAS Board of Education Meeting on April 28th at 6pm
Great news! The Online Registration Form for Summer School 2026 is now available: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc8zQVNy_r5IP4DXkgiZZPfv8PoqAVBEq01IgjDOS8NtrlOBg/viewform?usp=header

Please fill out the form to sign your students up for classes beginning Monday, June 15th and ending on Thursday, July 23rd, from 8:30 am to 12:30 pm. The program will run face-to-face with breakfast and lunch provided on-site.

Students in grades K - 5 will meet at Fair Plain East Elementary School, and students 6 - 12 will meet at Fair Plain Middle School.

Please email brenda.matthews@bhas.org if you have any questions or need further clarification.

about 1 month ago, Benton Harbor Area Schools
Summer School Registration is open!
The BHAS Board of Education is holding its Regular Monthly Session on Tuesday, April 14th, in the Benton Harbor High School Library. The meeting will begin at 6 p.m. and will also be live-streamed on Zoom. You are invited to join using the following link: http://bit.ly/43hSJ3w
about 2 months ago, Benton Harbor Area Schools
The BHAS Board of Education is holding their monthly board meeting April 14th at 6pm in the high school library.
Wishing a joyful and peaceful Easter to all of our families celebrating today. We hope your day is filled with reflection, community and time with your loved ones. Enjoy the holiday, Tiger Nation!
about 2 months ago, Benton Harbor Area Schools
An orange and yellow graphic with bunny and tiger ears, featuring the message "Happy Easter. Love, BHAS" below a garland of Easter eggs.
We hope you had a restful and rejuvenating spring break and are ready to finish the year out strong! We are so excited to see our hallways buzzing with energy again as we head into the final stretch of the school year.

Make sure those alarms are set: school is back in session this Monday, April 6. Every Day Matters as we work toward a strong finish, and we can't wait to see you all!
about 2 months ago, Benton Harbor Area Schools
 A Benton Harbor Area Schools graphic on a black background announcing that students return to school on April 6, with the phrase "Every Day Matters."
Today is World Autism Acceptance Day. At Benton Harbor Area Schools, we take pride in building a school culture that truly sees, hears and values all students. We’re grateful for our dedicated staff and families who work year-round to ensure every student has the tools to thrive.
about 2 months ago, Benton Harbor Area Schools
Graphic for World Autism Acceptance Day on April 2, 2026, featuring the Benton Harbor Area Schools logo against an orange background with decorative clouds.
Come out and enjoy cleaning up the school grounds with students.
about 2 months ago, Linda Dyson
FPE - Earth Day
Our next "Woman of Impact" spotlight is City Commissioner Sharon Henderson, who has served the residents of Benton Harbor for over 13 years. A dedicated champion for our neighborhoods, Sharon has led countless citywide clean-ups and community initiatives aimed at building local pride. Join us in celebrating Sharon—a driving force behind the initiatives that enhance the beauty of our city.
2 months ago, Benton Harbor Area Schools
Sharon Henderson, Benton Harbor City Commissioner, featured for Women’s History Month with a quote about representation and leadership.
Our next Tigress spotlight is Cindy L. Goodson, the Family and Community Engagement Specialist for Benton Harbor High School. A Benton Harbor alum, Cindy has led several initiatives for the community, including Peace4Life Leadership Academy, the Empowered Parent Coalition, and the annual Peace Day Community Reunion. Join us in celebrating Cindy and her profound impact on the BHAS community!
2 months ago, Benton Harbor Area Schools
Cindy L. Goodson, BHHS Family and Community Engagement Specialist, featured for Women’s History Month with a quote on representation and impact.

The BHAS Board of Education is holding a board meeting on Tuesday, March 24, in the Benton Harbor High School Library. The meeting will begin at 6 p.m. and will also 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
BHAS School Board meeting announcement with date March 24, 2026 at 6:00 PM, Benton Harbor High School Library, and meeting link provided.
Join us in celebrating our next Woman of Impact: Mamie L. Yarbrough! A 1959 graduate of Benton Harbor High School, Mamie has dedicated over 30 years to housing management and has served as a Berrien County Commissioner for two decades. From her years on the BHAS Board to her leadership at the public library that now bears her name, Mamie truly embodies the leadership that has paved the way for the next generation of Tigers. Crucially, Mamie represents the importance of recognizing the women whose leadership has profoundly shaped our community at large.
2 months ago, Benton Harbor Area Schools
Mamie L. Yarbrough, Berrien County Commissioner, District 4, featured for Women’s History Month with a quote on recognizing women’s contributions.

Dear Tiger Families,

This week’s Snackable Letter highlights encouraging academic growth across Benton Harbor Area Schools and the momentum our students are building.

➡️ Read the full letter here: https://www.bhas.org/snackable

Thank you for being part of our Tiger community.

Dr. Simone Griffin
Superintendent

2 months ago, Benton Harbor Area Schools
March DADness at Fair Plain East was such an amazing event! We are so grateful for all of the men who showed up for our students and participated in conversations about positive engagement. It truly takes a village and we are excited about maintaining these relationships that will ensure our students' success both in and out of the classrooms! #TigerNation #CallingallDads
2 months ago, Benton Harbor Area Schools
Dads showed up for FPE March DADness!