News and Spotlights

Beginning July 1, 2026, Bloomfield Hills Schools will implement a change to online payment processing for district services and programs.

The Bloomfield Hills Black Hawks wrapped up the spring sports season with multiple teams participating in postseason playoff games.

The Bloomfield Hills High School Tri-M Honor Society has been named the State Chapter of the Year by the National Association for Music Education.

Bloomfield Hills High School sophomore, Lillian Tang, won the 2026 Sutton Foster Awards as Michigan's top female high school musical theater performer. Tang will represent Michigan at the Jimmy Awards in New York City.

Nurtured and encouraged by PREP, Bloomfield Hills Schools student Jordan Fischer transformed a childhood interest in Baby Einstein videos into a successful business. Now the handmade puppets which emulate those videos will be seen on golf courses all around town. Discover how Fischer’s community supported this dream.

Grade 8 drama students from NHMS transported spectators to a “poor provincial town” in France as they performed a fantastic version of Disney’s Beauty and the Beast Jr.  

The Bloomin' Preschools had a surprise visit from the Bloomfield Hills Schools Board of Education President, Tareq Falah.

The month of May heated up with BHHS Black Hawk teams finishing their regular seasons strong with many heading to post-season playoffs! See more details here.

Grade 8 Design and Technology students in Bloomfield Hills Schools are piloting “Goneboarding” this year, a project-based program designed to bolster the STEAM curriculum and strengthen career readiness. This spring, teachers and students at SHMS and NHMS are tackling the skateboard module.

Wing Lake Development Center proudly recognized 12 students for the contributions to the Wing Lake community. 

Bloomfield Hills Schools is tremendously proud to congratulate Mayas Smith (BHHS) and William Zhang (IA) for advancing to the final round of the 2026 U.S. Presidential Scholars Program! It is a great honor and an exceptional accomplishment to have reached the semifinalist phase in this highly selective and prestigious program. 

Grade 4 students at Lone Pine Elementary used the engineering design process to create unique board games or toys, including brainstorming, planning, building a prototype, testing, and making adjustments as needed. This hands-on STEAM project provided an introductory foundation for invention and design work, while allowing students to explore their creativity and have fun in the process.

As an extension of the social studies curriculum unit on Michigan’s history and economy, grade 3 students at Way Elementary got an up-close peek at Ford Model T vehicles, and heard from a local expert about the history of the automotive industry in Michigan. 

Bloomfield Hills Schools is proud to celebrate two meaningful scholarship opportunities that reflect our longstanding commitment to the arts and to the students whose creativity and expression enrich our schools and community. The longstanding Traub and the inaugural Reszka scholarships were awarded to three incredibly talented BHHS students.

Bloomfield Hills High School’s Bionic Black Hawks robotics team wrapped up the 2026 season at the Worlds competition in Houston, Texas last weekend. Season highlights include two regional awards as well as new tools to mentor the next generation of leaders.

Thirty-eight members of the BHHS Forensics Team concluded the MIFA competition season at the State Finals May 1-2 at Eastern Michigan University. With 40+ high school programs in attendance, the Black Hawk team earned third place overall in Class A team competition.

Bloomfield Youth Assistance celebrated 15 high school students, four middle school students, and two remarkable community members at the 2026 Outstanding Citizen Awards Ceremony. The reception and ceremony featured keynote remarks by Superintendent Rick West and individual speeches honoring each recipient. 

Kidz Zone is Bloomfield Hills Schools’ before and after school care program and is available at our four elementary schools. The Kidz Zone application window is May 11 at 6 p.m. to May 18 at 6 p.m. Families will receive notice of their application status by July 10. Registration will reopen on July 13. You will be placed on a waitlist and be notified of your child's status within 10 business days of the registration and paperwork being received. Complete details are available on the Kidz Zone website.

April ushered in the spring athletic season with outstanding team performances! Read all about our Black Hawk highlights here.

Congratulations to grade 5 students Maggie Boersma, Ariana Howard, Lily Murray, and Ronnie Vannier! Their invention, a mat to stop dogs stealing shoes, was recognized as the Animal Care and Pets category winner at Invention Convention Michigan last weekend.

Bloomfield Hills High School celebrated two talented students after years of hard work during the International Baccalaureate Art Exhibition. 

BHS is proud to announce our high school radio program, WBFH The Biff, won several Michigan Association of Broadcasters awards, including High School Audio Station of the Year!

Bloomfield Hills Schools has been honored with the Best Communities for Music Education (BCME) Award from The NAMM Foundation for their outstanding support and commitment to music education. 

Congratulations to the BHHS Class of 2026 student-athletes who on Wednesday, April 15, 2026, participated in the ceremonial signing of their letters of intent to play their sport at the collegiate level!

Elementary students across Bloomfield Hills Schools will notice a tech upgrade this fall, thanks to the help of BHHS interns. Read more to discover how a summer internship program is building real-world skills while keeping classrooms connected.

As one of four teammates on the United States Junior Men's Foil team, Bloomfield Hills High School student Luao Yang is now a two time world champion! Yang’s team won gold at the 2026 Junior & Cadet Fencing World Championships in Rio de Janeiro. Last year, Yang earned the title of 2025 Cadet Men’s Individual Foil World Champion in Wuxi, China, and was the first USA male team member to win the gold since 2021.

BHHS is proud to recognize grade 12 student Kathryn Ho as a 2026 Coca-Cola Scholar, one of the most prestigious and competitive honors awarded to high school students nationwide.

Bloomfield Hills Schools is committed to the environment and strives to be a good steward of the land within its jurisdiction by using appropriate best management practices to contribute to the improvement of water quality within the Rouge River Watershed where the district is located.

Bloomfield Hills Schools entered into an interlocal agreement with Oakland County Parks that will bring new investment, operational support and expanded programming to both Bowers School Farm and Johnson Nature Center.

Grade 1 students across the district learn about stop motion in STEAM, creating original animated stories using homemade backdrops and pieces. Read more to learn about the creative stop motion projects at Way Elementary School, in Mrs. Auricchio’s STEAM ingenuity lab.

To help maintain safe and high-quality athletic facilities for all students and community members, we are reminding students, staff, and families that bikes, scooters, e-bikes, skateboards, and similar equipment are not permitted on tracks or athletic fields at BHHS, SHMS, and NHMS.

Across two March competitions featuring more than 1,000 students from dozens of schools, the BHHS Forensics Team delivered outstanding performances.

Students from Bloomfield Hills High School DECA Chapter competed against thousands at the State Career Development Conference. 

The Black Hawks enjoyed post winter-season success, including a historic basketball season, a national wrestling championship, and a state championship in a swim relay event! Read the highlights here.

Bloomfield Hills Schools held the second annual “Parent Camp” on Saturday, March 14, at North Hills Middle School, offering community members the opportunity to learn from professionals about a variety of topics related to raising healthy children and teenagers. 

Bloomfield Hills Schools proudly congratulates Kanata Richardson who won the Girls National Wrestling Championship in the 190-pound weight class!

The BHHS Science Olympiad competitive and alternate teams were two of 33 high school teams participating at the regional tournament held at Detroit Country Day School on February 28, 2026. The Black Hawk competitive team placed 10th overall.

Each year, teachers select fine arts students to spend time creating art in the Main Commons of BHHS for all to see, poetically referred to as “Art in the Halls.”

Bloomfield Hills High School was honored to host the "B3" tri-city concert featuring the highest level bands from Groves High School, Seaholm High School, and Bloomfield Hills High School.

Conant Elementary celebrates the Kindness Olympics with a special Detroit Lions kindness assembly!

Each January, Way Elementary students in grades 3-5 vote on a “Caldecat” Award design for their favorite picture book(s) of the year. The contest is not only a fun way to learn about the prestigious Caldecott Awards, but also builds a memorable collection of student artwork inspired by their favorite books.

As the Winter sports season dives into playoffs, our Black Hawk teams are ready to win! Read about the highlights here.

A new BHHS learning initiative and collaboration between a business course and an engineering course uses advanced technology to bring a new student-designed product to The Perch. 

Students in the BHS PREP program gain real-world experience by running a store and snack carts. Interacting with the public boosts confidence and community.

Take a sneak peek into a BHHS AP Literature and Composition class. The lesson is on sonnets and an introduction to the Shakespearean play, "Othello".

The Bloomfield Hills Schools Distinguished Service Award is presented each year to honor individuals whose exceptional service and dedication have made a meaningful difference in our district. 

We are pleased to announce the 2025-26 Teachers of the Year!

Our district is implementing Visitor Aware, a new check-in system requiring visitors to present a state-issued photo ID and wear a printed name badge while on school grounds.

The Great Start Readiness Program is Michigan's state-funded preschool program for four-year-old children. 

Conant Elementary’s January character assembly, led by fourth graders, highlighted the importance of courage through real-world learning, student reflections, and a schoolwide challenge.

It may be cold outside, but the Black Hawks are heating up the sports scene! Check out the athletic highlights for the month of January.

Bloomfield Hills Schools continues to stand out for academic excellence and post-secondary success, ranking first among the top 20 Michigan school districts in proportion of graduates who go on to earn four-year college degrees.

BHS elementary students are now in their second year with Bridges in Mathematics, a hands-on math curriculum that emphasizes real-world problem solving and flexible thinking. Read more to discover how families can incorporate two key elements of Bridges math into everyday moments: multi-strategy thinking and purposeful “Math Talk.”

The BHHS co-curricular club, Health Occupations Students of America (HOSA) offers students an exciting, professional opportunity to explore the healthcare industry as they strengthen their problem-solving, research, oratory, and leadership skills. Impressively, 32 BHHS students advanced to compete at the State Leadership Conference and will compete in April.

Kayla Nwabueze was named 2025-26 Gatorade Michigan Volleyball Player of the Year. This is a top honor in high school sports, celebrating the nation’s best high school athletes for their excellence in sport, academics, and community. As part of the award, Nwabueze will provide a grant to the Super Spikers Volleyball Club in Abuja, Nigeria.

Grade 2 students at Conant created community-themed postcards through interviews and research for a social studies unit. Their work is now on display at the Bloomfield Township Public Library.

Bloomfield Hills High School theater students traveled to Lansing, Michigan, in mid-December to participate in the annual Michigan Educational Theatre Association Festival.

BHHS recently hosted a successful Model United Nations conference attracting 1,300 students from across Michigan. The event offered students the opportunity to engage in debates, practice diplomacy, and manage a large professional gathering ahead of their competitive season.

Elementary and middle school robotics teams are wrapping up an exciting season. Two teams from South Hills Middle School and one team from Conant Elementary advanced to the state championships, while several others walked away with major awards.

Grade 7 students at South Hills Middle School collaboratively used LEGO™ SPIKE Prime sets and Scratch-based coding to program break-dancing robots.

This Fall BHHS welcomed a new co-curricular debate team. In their debut season, the Black Hawk debaters have already earned top trophies, developed critical thinking and public‑speaking skills, and built a positive, supportive community!

Bloomfield Hills Schools students from Bloomfield Hills High School, North Hills Middle School, and South Hills Middle School have been selected to perform in the 2026 Michigan School Band, Jazz, and Orchestra All-State Ensembles.

Congratulations to the 2025 BHHS girls varsity volleyball team! This team made history as they powered through an incredible season, won the District Championship, swept the Regional Championship, and earned runner-up honors at the Division 1 State Championship with an impressive overall season record of 43-7-1.

Student anchors, camera operators, directors, and editors work together to create a student-driven broadcast aired every other day at BHHS. Peek into the Digital Narratives and Production class as an entire show is recorded and edited within the session.

PREP students look forward to Wednesdays for PE, traveling from Booth Center to Wing Lake’s gym, and, new this year, some attend Planet Fitness every other week for hands-on community gym experience.

Bloomfield Hills Schools is excited to announce that two of our BHHS students were named semifinalists in the Coca-Cola Scholars Program. The program had 107,000 applicants, and only 1,237 high school students were chosen to be named semifinalists. Huge congratulations to BHHS grade 12 students, Kathryn Ho and Katie Tadesse for being chosen for this honor. Ho and Tadesse’s outstanding leadership, academic achievements, and dedication to their community is inspiring! 

Peek into Mr. Raines' classroom at Lone Pine Elementary! 

Throughout the 2025-26 school year, BHS staff are being encouraged to prioritize self-care and personal well-being.

Exciting update from the Bloomfield Schools Athletic Department. Please welcome new middle school athletic leads, Mr. Mike Massucci and Mr. Tony Midea to the athletics team! These newly created lead roles are designed to be a reliable resource for families and coaches to receive timely and accurate middle school athletics information.

Bloomfield Hills Schools occupational therapists support students’ physical, sensory, cognitive, and emotional development through hands-on, creative activities such as making applesauce to help them build essential skills and thrive in the classroom.

October brought many athletic victories and challenges for our Black Hawks! Review the highlights of the month here.

As a part of the Bond 2020 improvements, our pre-K-12 schools have been equipped with a state of the art public address system.

Participants of this season’s Night Hike at the Johnson Nature Center discovered the fascinating world of coyotes. Naturalist Cathy Molitor shared insights on the canine’s behavior, history, and habitat, as the group strolled the wooded trails at night.

Bloomfield Hills Schools is proud to celebrate the achievements of Bloomfield Hills High School students who have been recognized by the College Board National Recognition Program. 

As part of our ongoing commitment to the safety and well-being of all students, we want to highlight the critical importance of safe firearm storage.

Congratulations to over 135 Bloomfield Hills High School students in grades 11 and 12 who were named Advanced Placement Scholars! The AP program recognizes students who have consistently demonstrated high achievement on the AP tests.

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Bloomfield Hills Black Hawk Jax Scott (grade 11) won three Gold medals at the 2025 Nations Cup, a prestigious international competition. Scott is currently a member of the BHHS marching band as a feature twirler and also participates in cross country and track.

On Friday, September 12, 2025, the Bloomfield Hills Schools community gathered to celebrate the grand opening of the new BHHS Wellness Center with a ribbon cutting ceremony and Black Hawks football community night. Families enjoyed tours of the beautiful new facility, ice cream, and activities as part of the celebration. 

Bloomfield Hills Schools is excited to partner with Care Solace, a platform that helps connect families with mental health and substance use support.

The BHHS Black Hawks football team kicked off the football season with new head coach, Scott Merchant. Merchant’s extensive experience and focus on players’ well being and community are setting the stage for success at BHS!

On August 12, the Johnson Nature Center hosted Emmy award-winning Bassquatch Hunter host Mike McKinstry, a Waterford native, as he filmed a Discovery Channel episode where he trades jobs for a day in exchange for kayak fishing.

At Bloomfield Hills Schools, the health and safety of our students and staff are always a top priority. As part of Michigan’s new Filter First legislation, we are taking important steps to continue ensuring clean drinking water in our schools.