Third Trimester Return

Below please find a link to a helpful Comparison Sheet for the options being presented to BPS families for either in-person or virtual learning beginning the week of March 15, 2021. This information will allow families to make an informed choice for the instructional framework which works best for them. We ask that you review this important information and then discuss the expectations and logistics carefully with your child(ren).   

Finally, please find a Google form survey attached below which will allow you to select the learning option for your child(ren) for the remainder of the 2020-2021 school year.

You must complete a separate survey for each child who attends Seaholm High School.  Please complete and submit the form by Friday, March 12, 2021. 

If you have any questions, please contact the Main Office.

BPS Return to Classroom Instructional Options Comparison Document

Survey for Student Preference

Exam Schedule & Return to School Schedule

Tuesday, March 9 – Half Day Virtual Classes AM Only

1st Hour 8:10-8:40am

2nd Hour 8:50-9:20am

3rd Hour 9:30-10:00am

4th Hour 10:10-10:40am

5th Hour 10:50-11:40am

Wednesday, March 10 – Virtual Exams

1^st hour exam 8:00—9:30 AM

2^nd hour exam 10:00 – 11:30 AM

Thursday, March 11 – Virtual Exams

3^rd hour Exam – 8:00--9:30 AM

4^th hour Exam – 10:00 – 11:30 AM

Friday, March 12 – Virtual Exam

5th hour exam – 8:00—9:30 AM

• Busses will run on exam days.
• Students may come into the building to take a final exam but they should coordinate with the teacher to do so as exams are virtual.  Students should bring their laptop to class with them.

Monday, March 15 - NO CLASSES for high school - Teacher prep

Tuesday, March 16 - NO CLASSES for high school - Teacher prep

Wednesday, March 17 - Half Day classes in the AM (revised) - all classes will be virtual

Thursday, March 18 - Students return to face to face learning in the building

Administrative Messages

• BPS Board approved the final schedule and plans for our return for full in-person learning for third trimester.  Please see the following plans:

  • Our class schedule will remain the same as it is currently. Wednesdays will continue to be a day where all students to attend classes virtually. X-block time will still occur on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday mornings.
  • Families will receive a selection form on March 2nd asking whether they would like their students to attend in-person four days a week or attend virtually/livestream all classes. Cohorts will no longer exist for students returning.
  • Open Campus for lunch will be an option for 11^th and 12^th graders, and families will have to complete a form to give permission for their student to leave campus at lunch. A and B lunch times and the spaces we currently use for lunch will remain the same for students who will eat lunch on campus. Six feet of social distancing will need to be maintained at lunch while students will not be wearing masks.
  • No school for students on March 15th and March 16th due to teacher prep days.
  • March 17^th is a Wednesday/virtual day and also a half day for instruction, so students will attend courses virtually in the afternoon 
  • A plexiglass shield for each student desk in the classrooms will be prepared and installed by March 18^th as an additional safety precaution as six feet of social distancing between students is not guaranteed.
  • We will still utilize the Clear to Go app and take temperatures with our first hour students. One change is that students will be able to help with the cleaning process between each class period.
• Please read the message from Principal Hall regarding Face to Face Return Protocols  (from January) and our welcome back information.
• Students will need to present verification of a completed health screener everyday before first hour, or upon entry to the building. For information on helping your student set up the Clear to Go app on their smartphone follow these installation directions. 
• The Seaholm High School administrative team held a Town Meeting on Monday, December 21st to discuss the Return to School plan for January 2021. From that presentation we have compiled responses to frequently asked questions regarding the return to school. The Town Hall meeting was recorded and viewable for those who are unable to attend.

T3 Textbook Timeline

• Trimester 2 textbook returns will be accepted from Tuesday, March 9 - Monday, March 15, 2021 at the security vestibule from 7:30 am - 4:00 pm and at the pool entrance from 7:30 am - 2:50 pm. 
• All students must submit a textbook request form for third trimester materials.  Students can complete the Trimester 3 Textbook Request Form.  This form requires a bps-schools.com account to complete the request. Review the T3 Textbook List and submit your form by 3:00 pm on Tuesday, March 16, 2021.
• Trimester 3 textbooks bags will be placed on tables outside of the Media Center’s entrance. Textbook bags will be created in order of request; bags will be available from 8:15 am - 3:00 pm.  Textbook checkout is scheduled on Wednesday, March 17 - Friday, March 19, 2021. 
• Remote students can obtain their textbooks from the security vestibule on Wednesday, March 17 - Friday, March 19, 2021. 

BPS Parent Pride

Last Call for Yearbook Orders

Yearbook Orders

To order your 2020-2021 Seaholm yearbook follow this link for purchasing information. 

Hybrid/In-Person Return to School Safety Protocol Video

Please view the Seaholm safety protocols video for important information on the return to school plans, guidelines, and expectations. We are looking forward to having our Maples back in the building with the necessary health protocols in place for a safe return to school!

Summer School

Student Art Exhibit

Please enjoy our Student Art Exhibit hosted in Google Slides.

 School Meal Service

Meals will be provided to our hybrid learners that are returning to school. For additional information please contact Pattie Guck or follow this link for details.

Be Kind to Your Mind

Class Link and Schoology Information

Please use this link for information about using ClassLink and Schoology. ClassLink and Schoology User Info.

A Parent Schoology Account set-up quick reference guide is available fornew users. Please note you need to have the Schoology Parent Code from your Parent Power School account in order to follow the directions on quick reference guide.

Contact the HelpDesk for support at 248-203-3123 or helpdesk@birmingham.k12.mi.us

Water Testing Updates

The district continues to monitor the safety of the water in buildings around the district. Information on the most recent remediation and subsequent testing is available for review.