​Superintendent’s Message

What Does a High School Graduate Look Like?

In a few short weeks, the BHP class of 2017 will walk across the stage to receive their diplomas. These students will have invested twelve to thirteen years, 2340 days or over 14,000 hours gaining and applying knowledge learned in their school.  The number only grows when after-school events such as athletics, band and honor society are included. All of that adds up to a piece of paper called a diploma.  And then what?

 Every student who crosses that stage has to decide - what do I do now? Once the festivities die down and reality sets in, a path must be taken. Did the student perform well enough to further their education? Does the student have the skills to merit a job that will make him/her gainfully employed with good pay and great benefits?  Or, does the student have the commitment to enlist in a branch of military and allow them to assist with college financing and skill enhancement? These are the questions students are already beginning to ask.

 Is there a wrong decision? Not necessarily. As long as students are looking at skills or degrees that are in high demand such as technology, electronics, welding, engineering, etc., the chances of success rise exponentially. Many of our graduating seniors become discouraged after investing in programs or degrees that offer very little in return.  BHP has wonderful school counselors who provide a multitude of resources for students seeking career direction. Even as Graduation 2017 approaches, it is not too late to plan for the future!

Mission & Vision