March 5 – 12, 2015
Volume 1, Issue 11
Week At A Glance
Tuesday, March 10
8th Grade Parent Mtg
Part 2
FINAL EXAMS
Schedule for
Trimester 2
Exam Schedule
Wed. March 11
Hour 1 7:30 -9:05 AM
Hour 2 9:25 – 11 AM
Thr, March 12
Hour 3 7:30 – 9:05
AM
Hour 4 9:25 – 11 AM
Fri, March 13
Hour 5 7:30 – 9:05
AM
SEAHOLM ENEWS
Seaholm High School
seaholm.birmingham.k12.mi.us
Announcing the
NEW Birmingham Public Schools Mobile App!
BPS is pleased to announce that we have launched a new mobile app for parents and
families. Working toward our Strategic Planning goals to promote strong communication
with our families to aid in student success, this app will help us keep you informed using
the latest technology and resources available. We also recognize that you are constantly
on the go, multitasking and expecting information on-demand.
With this in mind, we are proud to have our own mobile application, Birmingham PS, free
for all parents, students, staff, alumni and community members who want to stay in touch
with us. With Birmingham PS, you can check events and athletics schedules, connect
with the district on social media and easily access important school and classroom
resources—all right from your mobile device. The new mobile app puts all the important
information in one, easy-to-use location, making it a breeze for you to access the content
you need while on the go, from the device of their choice. Users can also enjoy custom
feeds to the district and their local school.
You can find our app by searching Birmingham PS in the iTunes App Store or Google
Play. Once you have downloaded the app, you can select the schools you’re interested in
following.
A note to parents opting to use the “Follow a Student” feature on the app. Currently,
following a student will provide you with notifications that you currently receive via phone
or email (ex. Weather Calls or Bus Delays). Attendance features will be added in the
future for high school students.
Upcoming Events
Mon. March 16
First Day of
Trimester 3
Wed. March 18
SOS Talent Show
To follow a student, please FIRST use this link and select “sign up” at the bottom.
https://birmingham.bbcportal.com. The system will prompt you to enter your information
before sending you an additional link via email. You may be prompted to download the
Blackboard Connect app, but this is not the BPS app. Select “No thanks. Go to site.” to
proceed. Enter your student’s ID, which is listed on their report card, as the “identification
code.” And provide a phone or email address used in PowerSchool. Once this sign-up is
complete, you can sign into the Follow a Student portion of the mobile app as prompted
within the app.
2015 AP Exam On-line Registration
Online registration for Advanced Placement exams will end on Thursday, March 19.
Please go to the Seaholm webpage for the registration link. Here’s the testing calendar.
Locations and rooms to be announced at a later date.
Thank you!
Reminders POST SECONDARY AND COLLEGE PLANNING
Upcoming
Athletic Events
Schedule for the
week of March 9
Upcoming Events
*The Beaumont Saturday Series offers Saturday workshops at the hospital whereby
so you can test drive some possible career options in the medical field through hands
on experiences. Sessions began February 28th and continuing through April 25th.
Cost is $25/session. Sign up early as this popular program fills up quickly!
(www.oakland.k12.mi.us/student.)
*Oakland University hosts an open house for the School of Business Administration
on March 7th beginning at 9 am. Attend to learn more about academic programs, visit
with faculty, take a tour and learn about admissions. Register at
www.oakland.edu/visit.
*Marian High School is sponsoring a college fair on March 16th with doors opening at
6:30 pm. Visit with college reps from across the country, gather information and ask
your questions. Event is free to attend and no sign up is required.
*Oakland University offers an open house for students and their families on March
28, 2015 to explore campus and learn more about academic programs. Visit
www.oakland.edu/visit for more information and to sign up.
*Wayne State University also offers an open house on March 28, 2015 beginning at
10 am. Meet with faculty, tour campus and learn about academic programs.
Register for this event at www.admissions@wayne.edu.
*The Metro Detroit College Fair takes place at Suburban Collection Showplace on
March 30th beginning at 6 pm. Visit with reps and gather information about colleges
you may be interested in. Event is free for students but please register at
www.nacacnet.org/ncfstudent.
More information is available on my website. Also, follow me on Twitter
@SeaholmCollege and sign up for Text Alerts by texting “@sea-stahl” to 248-2554644.
Judi Stahl, MA
jstahl@birmingham.k12.mi.us
Please Save the Date
It's back and better than ever!!!
The Annual SOS Talent & Art Show
Weds. March 18th at 7pm
Seaholm Auditorium
Tickets are $5 at the door
COME HUNGRY – For a “dog” – “hot dog that is!”
Motor City Franks voted #1 Hot Dog Vendor by the Detroit Sun Times for 2014.
"The secret to their success is a perfectly steamed bun. When it’s almost too hot to
handle, that’s when you know it’s ready to serve. Motor City Franks uses their
homegrown fresh veggies to top their best selling dogs. They will be serving "The
Detroit Dog" served with National Chili, mustard and onions and the “Chicago Dog”
tomato, sport peppers, dill pickle, onion, relish, mustard & celery salt at the annual
Talent Show so everyone….. come hungry!!!
There is still time to be a sponsor for the show. If you have a business that you would
like to promote or are lover of the arts or would just like to give to a worthy cause,
please consider taking out an ad in our program. Attached is is a Sponsorship form.
Deadline in Mar. 1st
Questions, please contact Soozan Mendel 248-225-4473 soozntodd@aol.com
jstahl@birmingham.k12.mi.us
OSTC APPLICATIONS:
Applications for Oakland Schools Technical Campus (OSTC) are due by Friday,
March 6th. Students can pick up an application from the Counseling Office. Students
who currently attend the technical campus must reapply for his/her senior year by
completing a NEW application. Information about individual programs offered at the
technical campus can be found on their website at www.ostconline.com.
There will be a mandatory meeting for all students applying to OSTC on Wednesday,
March 18th at 7:30 am in the Career Center.
Seaholm Bands’ 16th Annual Dinner Dance
March 27
The Seaholm Bands' 16th Annual Dinner Dance “Putting on the
Ritz” will be held March 27, 2015. The fundraiser benefits all
Seaholm High School band programs with every penny raised
going toward instrument purchases and repairs as well as
securing music industry experts to work with Seaholm band
students. This fun event will showcase the Seaholm Jazz Bands
featuring live music throughout the evening. In addition to the
dinner and music, there will be a silent auction and raffle. Be sure
to check the www.seaholmbands.com website for link to purchase
tickets which go on sale the week of February 16th.
The ANP Committee Needs Your Help!
We are looking for donations of clear, (white) Christmas lights, no LED please, on
green or brown cords for use in our decorations for the ANP (All Night Party)....we are
transforming the Derby Courtyard into Shain Park. They can be new or used. There
will be a collection box in the main office next to the ANP Picture Box starting the end of
this week!
Any questions? I will pick up at your home too....Carol O'Brien
248.421.4498
FUN COMMUNITY SERVICE OPPORTUNITY
Looking for Community Service hours? Calling all High School students and BCS
alumni, come have fun volunteering at the Covington BLAST! Sunday March 15, 2015
form 12:00 – 8:00pm. Email blastchair@bcsonline.info with your name and hours you
can volunteer.
Congratulations
Seaholm’s March Math Students of the Month!
Elena Cleghorn
Grant Davis
MacKenzie Furnari
Mara Kuhne
Michael MacKay
Anna Meso
Natalie Nepa
Mary Sheffieck
Griffin Simmons
Lauren Umbarger
Ben Whitelaw
Alex Zufelt
Riley Byrd and Vincent Meka –have been selected to participate this summer in
MiBytes, a computer camp for high school students sponsored and run by the
University of Michigan Computer Science and Engineering Division. Program content
is developed and taught by UM faculty and students.
The program has strict criteria for students, including GPA and letters of
recommendation.
The motto of the program is:
DON’T JUST BE A CONSUMER OF TECHNOLOGY!
BE AN INVENTOR OF TECHNOLOGY.
Congratulations, Riley and Vince!
SEAHOLM HIGH SCHOOL PRESENTS:
Disney & Cameron MacIntosh:
MARY POPPINS
THE BROADWAY MUSICAL
FINAL PERFORMANCES, MARCH 6, & 7
ADVANCE TICKETS SOLD ONLINE ONLY
SEAHOLM & DISTRICT WEBSITES
Senior Parents:

Check out the Senior Bulletin for complete information on senior activities
and dates. Information on the Senior All Night Party, graduation yard signs,
senior wishes, and volunteer opportunities are all there. The Senior Bulletin
is a tab on the left side of the Seaholm High School web page.

Pictures are needed for the Class of 2015 Senior Video which will be shown
at the senior dinner. Ali Haag has generously volunteered to create this
video and she needs pictures from the last 4 years - Seaholm events,
programs, activities, etc. showing our senior students. Email them to
seaholmseniors@gmail.com

Senior All Night Party: Deadlines are fast approaching to get your senior
student's reservation, yard sign, wishes, and to submit pictures - Go to the
Senior Bulletin on the Seaholm web page.
NEWS from BBCC
3rd Annual Holistic Health and Wellness Expo on Saturday, March 7, 2015. 10am-3pm
at Royal Oak High School, 1500 Lexington Blvd. in Royal Oak. $2 suggested donation for
admission. For more information visit: www.bbcoalition.org or
click http://tinyurl.com/lshkybk
Youth Mental Health First Aid USA Trainings for adults assisting youth. Saturday
March 14, April 18, or May 16, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. To register, contact Leanne
at lmckenzie@bbcoalition.org or call 248-203-4615. The class is limited to 30 community
members, such as parents, coaches and faith-based. There is no cost to attend. For
more information visit www.bbcoalition.org or click on http://tinyurl.com/m9n25qv for the
flyer. All trainings held at BPS Education and Administration Building
Covey 7 Habits for Highly Effective Teens – Student Athlete Training, Sunday, March
29, 1:00 - 4:30 pm at the Bloomfield Township LibraryOpen to all public and private high
schools in the Birmingham and Bloomfield Hills area. Only 25 spaces available. For more
info contact Kaitlyn at kkrinzanic@bbcoalition.org or visit www.bbcoaliton.org.
Upcoming BBFA Programs - March 2015
So Your Child is 18? What Now?
Legal Realities and Issues Facing 18 Year Olds & Their Parents
Thursday, March 12, 2015 at 7:00pm
7275 Wing Lake Road, Bloomfield Hills
Presented by Dawn Schluter & Gerald Gleeson from Miller Canfield
The presentation will cover:
 The legal realities of having a student who turns 18 and becomes an adult.
 How it affects medical care, treatment decisions and privacy laws.
 The legal responsibilities of parents for the actions of their teens and any damages
resulting from their actions.
 The difference of a student being treated as a minor or as an adult in the eyes of
the law, and what determines that classification.
 The responsibilities of a parent hosting a party with minors attending, including the
legal and financial consequences of permitting underage drinking.
Even if your child won't be 18 for a few years, this is a program worth attending to get
you ready for what's to come. (BBFA does NOT run this program yearly)
This program is free and open to the public. There is no need to pre-register.
Click here for details.
Your Child's Digital Footprint and How It Can Affect Their Future
Wednesday, March 18, 2015 at 10:00am
6443 Inkster Rd, Ste 280, Bloomfield Hills
Learn how your child's online profiles and digital footprints can affect their future. We
will cover safety and privacy controls for most popular social media sites, talk about
how to check on how digital profiles appear to colleges, coaches, potential employers,
internship advisors, teachers, etc. What kids should and shouldn't post online and how
to improve your child's digital footprint to help them achieve their future goals.
This program is presented by Julie Fisher, M.Ed., BBFA Executive Director, and is free
and open to the public.
Space is VERY limited so please click here to register today before the seminar fills
up!
Your child should join SNHS
To parents of sophomores and juniors: The Science National Honors Society is a new
honors society at Seaholm that recognizes science scholars. It provides them with the
opportunity to participate in science-based excursions at places such as, the Cranbrook
Institute of Science, the Michigan Science Center, and the Oakland Community Medical
Examiner. It also serves the scientific community by partaking in an annual service
project of the society’s choice and in smaller community service endeavors such as
volunteering at the above or tutoring in science. Members will be able to attend lectures
from members of the scientific community. Potential correspondence with Seaholm’s
Medical Club is foreseen, as well.
The official SNHS chapter will begin in the following school year (‘15/’16), however the
first unofficial meeting is Thursday, March 19th at 7:00 a.m. in B106. This meeting will
give general information to potential members and begin the process of electing officers
for the next year. SNHS is only for juniors and seniors, however, sophomores and juniors
are asked to attend in preparation for next year.
Other requirements:

Overall GPA: 3.0 un-weighted

All Science Classes GPA: 3.5 un-weighted

Enrolled in at least one honors/AP science class during/prior to junior year

Enrolled in at least one second year honors/AP science class during/prior to
senior year
SNHS is an amazing opportunity your child cannot pass up!
Do you know a family with an incoming freshman
next year?
Please remind them about the second Parent Meeting next Tuesday, March 10. This
informational meeting will help with the transition to high school for the entire family!
NEXT WEEK IS FINAL EXAMS FOR TRIMESTER 2
Remember next week is finals for second trimester! Bus transportation is available all
three days. Normal arrival for the beginning of school. Buses will be running after
dismissal for the school day.
FINAL EXAMS Schedule for Trimester 2
Exam Schedule
Wed. March 11
Hour 1 7:30 -9:05 AM
Hour 2 9:25 – 11 AM
Thr, March 12
Hour 3 7:30 – 9:05 AM
Hour 4 9:25 – 11 AM
Fri, March 13
Hour 5 7:30 – 9:05 AM
Community & Career Connections
COMMIT – ENGAGE – SHARE
Help challenge and inspire our students by sharing your time, talents & expertise
We are gathering information on community resources that can be used to create
exciting opportunities for our students. You information will be added to our new
BPS Connections Database that our staff can use to request your help with
enrichment opportunities.
How can you participate?
Please complete our on-line survey at www.birmingham.k12.mi.us or
Complete and return this form to your local school or mail to BEF at 31301 Evergreen
Road, Beverly Hills MI 48025
Youth Mental Health First Aid USA Training
Youth Mental Health First Aid USA Training for adults assisting
youth. Saturday Feb 28, March 14, April 18, or May 16, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00
p.m. Taught by certified instructors, you will learn to recognize the signs and
symptoms of anxiety, depression, substance abuse disorders and psychosis in
youth ages 12-18. You will also learn what to do until appropriate professionals
and other help can begin. To register, contact Leanne
at lmckenzie@bbcoalition.org or call 248-203-4615. The class is limited to 30
participants and there is no cost to attend. Registration deadline for the Feb 28
training is Wed., Feb 25. For more information
visit: http://tinyurl.com/ol4gnao or www.bbcoalition.org. All trainings held at BPS
Education and Administration Building, 31301 Evergreen, Beverly Hills.
Seaholm Community Service Scholarship
Seaholm High School
Seniors who have demonstrated outstanding community service and leadership
during their four years of high school should apply for the Seaholm Community
Service Scholarship. The deadline to apply for this $1000 scholarship is Thursday
April 2nd. Applications are available in the Community Service Office and on the
Seaholm website under the community service tab.
President’s Volunteer Service Awards
2436 W. Lincoln Street
Birmingham MI 48009
PHONE:
(248)203-3700
Any student in grades 9-12 who has completed over 100 hours in community service
over the last year is eligible for the President’s Volunteer Service Award. Applications
are due by Thursday, April 2nd and are available in the Community Service Office or
on the Seaholm website under the community service tab. They will be awarded at
our spring awards ceremonies.
FAX:
(248) 203-3706
TO REPORT ABSENCE:
248-203-3700
Press 2
For more information
See us at:
seaholm.birmingham.k12.mi.us
NOTICE OF NONDISCRIMINATION:
The Board of Education is committed to maintaining a learning/working environment in which all
individuals are treated with dignity and respect, free from discrimination and harassment. There will
be no tolerance for discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, national origin,
religion, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, disability or age. The District
prohibits harassment and other forms of discrimination whether occurring at school, on District
property, in a District vehicle, or at any District related activity or event. The Superintendent will
designate compliance officers and develop and implement regulations for the reporting,
investigation and resolution of complaints of discrimination or harassment. The following people
have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies: Students Inquiries related to discrimination on the basis of disability should be directed to: Executive Director
of Special Education, 31301 Evergreen Road, Beverly Hills, MI 48025, 248.203.3000. Direct all
other inquiries related to discrimination to: Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources, 31301
Evergreen Road, Beverly Hills, MI 48025, 248.203.3000.