Vision Statement

The Groves and Seaholm English Departments are committed to offering an integrated program of language arts instruction featuring diverse and challenging texts from classic and contemporary literature which compel students to explore, evaluate and respond to universal ideas. Our writing program will develop students’ skills from basic grammar and composition to logical, textually-supported meaningful and authentic essays and reflections. The departments offer a rich array of opportunities for students to grow in their reading, writing, listening, speaking, and viewing skills. We believe that our mission is to prepare students for all phases of their educational lives, and to help with the formation of good character and the development of empathy through our content and our conversations. The Groves and Seaholm English Departments strive to help students not only understand themselves, but one another; to see not only the particular but also the universal, which ties all human beings together. It is a beautiful thing indeed that through a fictional world we begin to make sense of reality; that through the particular we begin to understand the universal; and that through the other we come to know ourselves. 

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Our vision is to provide students with evidence and factual based education covering topics to allow students to be healthy and safe throughout their lives. Our mission is to provide students with the necessary tools such as decision making, problem solving, and refusal techniques in each of the six standards. In high school, Today’s Health is a required class offered in students' 11th or 12th grade year. Teachers provide factual and evidence based information to the students that will provide them with the abilities to make appropriate decisions, problem solve and use their refusal skills that will help understand physical, social, and emotional benefits and consequences that will lead them to create a healthy lifestyle for today and their future.  

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Michigan 9-12 Standards
Students in K-12 will receive age-appropriate content across six health focus areas:                   

• Social and Emotional Health
• Nutrition and Physical Activity 
• Safety
• Alcohol, Tobacco, and Other Drugs
• Personal Health and Wellness
• Reproductive Health, HIV and other STIs - Birmingham is an Abstinence Plus district where we teach about abstinence but includes information on STIs and contraception.

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The curriculum is developed by the teachers in the Birmingham Public School district, approved by our Sexual Education Advisory Board and the Board of Education.

Other classes offered include Parent and Child Development and Human Sexuality. 

Sexual Health/Education:
Parent Letter and Opt-Out form 

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The Mathematics Department is committed to shaping students into effective learners, productive workers, informed consumers, and engaged citizens. Our approach blends algorithmic fluency with deep conceptual understanding, encouraging adaptive expertise. Your child will enhance their analytical and creative skills and develop empathy as they delve into the world of mathematics. We're here to nurture logical thinking, setting the stage for a lifelong journey of quantitative literacy, critical thinking, and collaborative problem-solving.

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As the Birmingham Public Schools Science Department, we are committed to fostering a community of critical thinkers, problems-solvers and ethical science students who push the boundaries of knowledge through real-world opportunities, experiential learning, inquiry and a culture of inclusivity backed with trust and validation. We equip students with the knowledge and passion for future study in the sciences and enable positive contributors to their communities.

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Our vision for the high school social studies curriculum is to empower our students with a deep understanding of the past, a critical awareness of the present, and a visionary perspective for the future. We aim to cultivate informed, empathetic, and responsible global citizens who can analyze, question, and engage with the complex issues that shape our world. Through a diverse and inclusive curriculum that fosters critical thinking, cultural appreciation, and active citizenship, we are committed to inspiring the leaders of tomorrow and equipping them with the knowledge and skills to contribute positively to society and the global community.

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The World Language program offers learning opportunities in American Sign Language, Chinese, French, and Spanish. Our students are instructed in a comprehensible-input approach, which allows learners to begin language acquisition as early as third grade and progress through upper-level and honors courses, as well as college-level experiences. The World Language program is interdisciplinary in nature and classroom learning is augmented with opportunities to travel abroad, local field trips, authentic experiences with native speakers, in-school events, clubs and organizations, etc. Teachers in the World Language program believe that all students can learn a new language and reap the benefits of interacting and connecting both, linguistically and culturally, with a wider circle of friends and colleagues. 

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The art electives that are offered at the high school level allow any and all students to harness their creativity and problem solving skills. There is a wide range of classes offered from metals, ceramics, photography, painting, and more. Student opportunities range from art appreciation to AP portfolio preparation suitable for art school admissions as well as careers in design fields.  Students have ample events to showcase their work in district art exhibits, Scholastics, National Art Honor Society, and more.

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High School Music courses include Concert Band, Symphony Band, Choir, Concert Orchestra, Symphony Orchestra, Class Piano, ASD Music and AP Music Theory. Each of these ensemble based courses have multiple performances a year and challenge students to grow as an individual performer as well as a member of an ensemble.Scaffolding from our previous years of instrumental and vocal music instruction, High School music ensembles showcase our BPS talented students in many ways throughout the community. Local and International field trips help us share our musical understanding to the world as well as gain hands-on experience in once in a lifetime opportunities. Our students have performed in Spain, Italy, London, Vienna, Hawaii, Disney World and more!

Students involved in music courses are eligible to participate or audition for extracurricular activities such as Marching Band, Jazz Band, Electronic String Ensembles, Show choirs, and musicals. 

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Our high school physical education program is more than just a class; it's a holistic experience that shapes your child's physical, mental, and emotional well-being. We offer an array of exciting electives like aerobics, net sports, and even scuba diving, ensuring they find their passion. Your child will gain competence in motor skills, build and maintain physical fitness, and make informed decisions about a healthy lifestyle. Moreover, they'll develop essential character traits and connect with community resources, setting the stage for a lifetime of physical activity and well-being.

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Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs offer students a variety of opportunities to personalize their education based on their evolving career interests and skill sets. These programs are intentionally designed to equip students with the knowledge and skills necessary to succeed in today's college landscape and job market. CTE provides students with the chance to explore a specific career area that ignites their passion while simultaneously honing a set of technical and employability skills that seamlessly integrate with their academic pursuits. BPS CTE programs offered include Architecture, Business, Engineering -  Design & Technology, Engineering - Mechatronics, Finance, Future Educators, IT - Computer Science and Programming, IT - Digital Information and Multimedia, and Marketing & Sales.

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The materials used are developed by CTE teachers in the district, approved by each of their program’s respective advisory boards. In addition, our CTE programs offer the opportunity to work towards and earn industry recognized credentials.