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HERE'S TO OUR HEALER: Today is National School Nurse Day, and there's nobody better at that job than our very own Jada Carland. She covers both buildings like a blanket, keeping our kids safe, healthy and ready to learn, and she's vital to our educational community. #Healthy

We have ROCKSTARS for teachers! Dan and Allie Bennett sponsored a fantastic snack cart today for all of our teachers. It was a welcoming surprise of all sorts of goodies. We are thankful for the generosity and kindness!

Teaching is a little sweeter with a muffin and a cup of coffee! A special thank-you to Melodie and Mike Dodman for the morning pick-me-up and the Flatt family for the cups.

"I WANT MY ENTHUSIASM TO BE CONTAGIOUS, SO WHEN I SEE THAT HAPPENING, IT MAKES THE JOB WORTH ALL THE STRUGGLES.“ - Beaverton is absolutely loaded with excellent teachers. Here's one: www.bit.ly/422Gy9N #TeacherAppreciationWeek #GoBeavers

THE STARS ARE ALIGNED: Beaverton Schools is proud to announce its Students of the Month for April at both Beaverton Elementary and the Jr./Sr. High School. Beaverton administration and staff congratulate these students, who were selected by teachers for excellence in the classroom, leadership among their peers and an enthusiastic ambition that inspires others. BES Students of the Month are, l to r: Lily Couturier, Brayleigh Worden, Chase Coston, Vanessa Komlassan, Taryn Roberts, Jayden Velez, Kimberly Cobb, Leryssa Offenbecker and Zayne Hall. BJSHS Students of the Month are, l to r: Peyton Arndt, Logan Diamond, Jane (Piper) Carland, Violet Howard, Sophie Milks, Jordan Wheeler, Hermes Madurga, Harry Wells, Parker Woods, Dylan Northrup and Elouise Corkins. Not pictured: Aliah Cook, Marianne Abreu, Landon Babcock and Sophia Snyder. #GoBeavers

"TEACHING HAS BEEN MY PASSION FOR THE PAST 38 YEARS. I DON'T REGRET A SINGLE SECOND.“ - Beaverton is absolutely loaded with excellent teachers. Here's one: www.bit.ly/411rEPJ

LIFE SAVERS AND TURNAROUNDERS: It was so busy at BJSHS last week that we're still talking about it. All ninth-graders in Mrs. Sprague's Integrated Science classes spent several days working to become CPR/AED/First Aid certified, a truly noble accomplishment. On Tuesday, Mrs. Wagner's Business students went to Dow Diamond for a tour and a presentation on the business of baseball; they also took in a game. And on Thursday, the Clare-Gladwin Area School Board Association's annual TurnAround Achievement Awards luncheon took place and BJSHS seniors Austin Eastman and Leiyah Mungin were among the very deserving honorees representing Beaverton. Congratulations to...well, everybody. #Proud #GoBeavers

SHORT STORY SHORT: We'll keep this simple: Beaverton teachers are amazing, and all week long, we're going to celebrate them for everything they do for our kids. Watch this space for Beaverton teacher profiles that are equal parts heartfelt and instructive, and if the mood strikes you, reach out to a teacher you love and tell 'em why. Nothing says 'thank you' like saying the words 'thank you.' (But chocolate's a pretty decent Plan B.) #TeacherAppreciationWeek #GoBeavers

DOSE OF REALITY: Learning essential life skills was the order of the day at the annual Reality Store event this morning. This collaboration between Beaverton Schools, Clare-Gladwin CTE and Mid Michigan College presents students with scenarios set in the not-so-distant future like: You've got a husband and three kids. What kind of job do you need to help support your family and live the life you want? Students are given a strict budget and need to account for life's necessities like housing, transportation, food, insurance, entertainment and more. Their mission is to make it all fit within their budgets. The lessons are numerous and valuable - everything from career planning to money management. #LifeSkills #GoBeavers

MOSTLY EXCELLENT, WITH A CHANCE OF LEARNING: When it comes to Michigan weather, we all feel like experts. But this guy actually is. WNEM Chief Meteorologist Chris Easlick stormed the BJSHS halls today, stopping by to chat with students about the science behind weather forecasting and what it takes to have a career in meteorology. #CoolWeather #GoBeavers

Good afternoon Beaverton. We hope that you are enjoying the sunshine today. Here is the link for this week's Beaverton Schools' Superintendent Report. Check out The Bell at https://bit.ly/3Ritasl. #GoBeavers

THE TRACK IS BACK, JACK! - Our middle schoolers christened it with a two-team meet last week, but last night marked the first time in several years that our high school track and field squad was able to host a meet, welcoming Gladwin and Clare to our sparkling new facilities. Seeing the red and white running, jumping and throwing at a home meet once again was a long time coming, but it was a glorious sight to behold. #Grateful #GoBeavers

TOMORROW'S LEADERS GET STARTED EARLY: The BJSHS National Honor Society hosted its 2023 Leadership Conference today as nearly 60 Beaverton students as well as several from other schools convened at the BAC to hear from various speakers about career success. Sprinkled in between presenters were group activities and food, and closing out the five-hour event was a heartfelt talk from retired BJSHS teacher John Mishler, whose advice was straightforward but substantial: Show up on time, work hard and make sure you're happy. #WiseWords #GoBeavers

DY-NO-MITE! Teachers and staff at BES, forever seeking ways to engage students during state testing like this week's M-STEP exams, brought in a ringer at an assembly this morning - Dynamite the Dinosaur. The vaguely familiar T-Rex fired up students, encouraging them to get a solid night's rest, eat a good breakfast, pace themselves and embrace this opportunity to show their growth. The teaching staff led a loud and spirited song-and-dance routine that left kids ready to run through a wall. Testing begins tomorrow. #LetsDoThis #GoBeavers

STATE OF THE ART: You absolutely must carve out some time to stop by the BAC on Saturday for the Gladwin County Artist Guild's annual Student Art Show. Our BJSHS students have been working hard and on Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., you'll not only be able to view their work, but to purchase it as well. Prices start at $5 and all proceeds go directly to the student artist; these pieces will also be eligible for viewer's choice awards. So please plan to stop by, support local student artists, buy some work, vote on your favorite and find out just how much talent we've got roaming these hallowed halls. #ForArtsSake #GoBeavers

A STUDY IN EXCELLENCE: Some of BJSHS's best and brightest were honored today at a luncheon recognizing the Jack Pine Conference All-Academic Team. JPC students are chosen based on GPA and SAT/ACT scores, and athletic participation for these honorees is not a factor. Back row, l to r: Andrew Cooper, Taylor McCormack, Emma Govitz and Colton Compton; Middle row: Assistant Principal Jennifer Johnson, Becca Claypool, Leah Lash and Grace Simpson; Front row: Ariana Humphries and Kaylin Noll. #Proud #GoBeavers

RESCHEDULED: At its meeting Monday night, the Beaverton Schools Board of Education approved canceling its regularly scheduled meeting for May 8, 2023 and scheduling a special meeting to be held Monday, May 15, 2023 at 6 p.m. at the BJSHS Media Center.

Good afternoon Beaverton, We hope that you enjoyed the weekend. Here is the link for this week's Beaverton Schools' Superintendent Report. Check out The Bell at https://bit.ly/3Ritasl. #GoBeavers

PENS AND PINS: Senior Becca Claypool signed on the dotted line this morning, marking her official commitment to taking her considerable academic and bowling skills to Mid Michigan College following graduation. The all-stater and #4 student in her graduating class was lauded by family, friends and coaches at the ceremony held at BJSHS. Congratulations, Becca; your Beaverton Schools family is proud. #RedSuccess #GoBeavers

WHOLLY MOSES: If you like living at least partially in the past, you're going to get along swimmingly with BJSHS History Teacher Charles Moses. Get to know him in the latest edition of...Who's Next! #GoTeachers #GoBeavers