News and Spotlights

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".

For the first time ever, BHHS’s Black Hawk dancers are heading to the national stage! The team will compete at the Universal Dance Association’s National Dance Team Championship in Orlando, Florida. 

Congratulations to BHHS junior Jared She, class of 2027, whose artwork has been selected as a finalist in the 2026 Detroit Auto Show High School Poster Contest.

BHHS was named to the 2025 AP School Honor Roll! The AP School Honor Roll recognizes schools whose AP program are delivering results and broadening participation for students.

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.

Meta/AI Glasses are not permitted for use during instructional time. 

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.

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.

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.

Black Hawk basketball, bowling, hockey, and swim & dive teams check-in with exciting season opening highlights.

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

The Debate Team had a great performance at the MIFA Novice Public Forum Debate State Finals. 

Bloomfield Hills High School’s Theater 3 students are preparing the one-act musical Something Rotten.

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.

Support the Bloomfield Band & Orchestra by making a donation today!

Ticket sales are now live in the Parent Portal! Prices will go up on March 1.

Please watch this important Hart-ley Beat regarding pick up and drop off traffic flow.

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! 

Bloomfield Hills High School students discovered the transformative experience of Communication Camp as they left technology behind to engage in genuine connection and leadership development. Through small group activities and discussions, students broke down social barriers and built lasting friendships. Guided by dedicated staff, they explored the impact of communication and emerged with a renewed commitment to inclusivity. 

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

Students in STEM took center stage at Bloomfield Hills High School at the Bloomfield Girls Robotics Competition. Teams from 28 Michigan high schools demonstrated their expertise and teamwork, both on the robotics field and behind the scenes.

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. 

Peek into BHHS World Language classes!

Congratulations to the Bloomfield Hills High School students from the classes of 2025 and 2026 who excelled in their International Baccalaureate classes and exams.

We are pleased to announce the BHHS Wellness Center hours and information for our high school students.

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.

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. 

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!

Families can report student absences, late arrivals, and early dismissals through the ParentPortal. 

Check another item off your back-to-school to do list. Buy your BHHS 2026 Yearbook today!

Please take a moment to review the updated attendance policy.

The U.S. Presidential Scholars Program honors top high school students for academic excellence, artistic talent, or achievement in career and technical education, and BHS proudly celebrates Jaxson Kaplan-Rudolph as a semi-finalist along with several student nominees.

BHHS students are making a name for themselves in the world of fencing. These student athletes face fierce competition around the world, exhibiting athleticism and mental toughness.

Congratulations to the 2025 Traub Art and Music Award recipients! 

On Tuesday, April 22, five seniors were presented with Memorial Scholarships. 

Congratulations to Sofie Delidow (grade 11) for placing second in the 2025 Charles Crupi Memorial Poetry Contest at Albion College. 

Bloomfield Youth Assistance celebrated their 2025 outstanding citizen awards on Monday, April 21, 2025. The ceremony paid tribute to 19 extraordinary students and two remarkable community members.

The Bloomfield Hills High School football team traded playbooks for picture books this March as they took on a new role—Mystery Readers for elementary students.

The winter sports season concluded with several postseason accomplishments! Highlights included a wrestling state championship and several student athletes earning All-State Team recognitions.

Support the BHHS bands and orchestra by shopping at Kroger and Busch's Market.

BHHS Student Leadership attended the 2025 MASC/MAHS State Conference in Grand Rapids, where they connected with peers, engaged in leadership activities, and gathered inspiration to bring back to their school.

The BHHS bands delivered outstanding performances at their annual festival, showcasing their talent and dedication.

Kanata Richardson (grade 11) captures the state championship title in girls wrestling!

Bloomfield Hills Schools recognizes outstanding educators with the Distinguished Service Awards - Teacher of the Year. This year we are celebrating Ms. Zervos from Way, Ms. Mueller from North Hills, and Ms. Matz from BHHS for their dedication, innovation, and positive impact on students across BHS.

February brings an exciting mix of winter sports in high school athletics. From thrilling basketball buzzer-beaters to standout wrestling matches, athletes are giving their all to make it to the postseason.

Our talented Black Hawk artists transformed the halls into a live gallery on Wednesday, February 19. Students had the unique opportunity to watch them bring their creations to life in real time.

Bloomfield Hills High School alumna Kaya Chakrabortty, a former national champion figure skater and accomplished scholar, was crowned Miss Universe Japan 2024, using her platform to advocate for children's health and education while celebrating her multicultural background.

Art students from three Bloomfield Hills Schools won over 40 awards in this year’s Scholastic Art Regional competition. The highest winners - gold key award winners - will move on to the national competition.

BHHS Theatre Troupe 8055 had 14 students attend the Michigan Educational Theatre Association's annual Thespian Festival in Lansing, where they participated in workshops, auditions, and competitions, earning top awards and over $2 million in scholarships.

Black Hawk Fever ignited school spirit for students of all ages as families cheered on three of Bloomfield Hills High School’s basketball teams on a brisk February night.

January proved to be action-packed as BHHS teams took to the courts, the lanes, and the ice.

The BHHS theatre department delivered an outstanding performance of their show "Mama Mia!", showcasing incredible talent and energy. 

The Newspaper class is a year-long elective offered at BHHS. Students from grades ten to twelve engage in a comprehensive process to take a newspaper from its initial idea to its final form. Discover how the next issue of The Hawkeye is created!

Around 80 Bloomfield Hills High School students who previously attended Communication Camp reunited in December, to reminisce and reignite their purpose: to build connections and foster positive school culture.

Congratulations to Aiden Andry, class of 2027, our January BHHS Featured Artist of the Month!

The winter athletic season is heating up. Congratulations to the ESports “Splatoon” Team for winning the State Championship! Basketball, Bowling, Hockey, and Wrestling are all under way while Boys Swim and Dive begin this week. Read about all of the highlights here! 

Dedicated students in Advanced Placement Government classes at Bloomfield Hills High School proudly planned and presented the second annual Civility Project on December 10, 2024. Students planned an interactive presentation and roundtable discussions with local and state elected officials.

Bloomfield Hills High School students in grades 11 and 12 have the unique opportunity to take courses at Oakland Schools Technical Campus - Southeast campus. BHHS families can learn more about these programs through OSTC campus visits.

The English Language Development department of Bloomfield Hills Schools supports students who come to BHS from all around the world. To celebrate our community’s cultures, the ELD department hosted a vibrant Multilingual Family Event, held in the Bloomfield Hills High School Main Commons, featuring cultural cuisine, traditional clothing, and dynamic student presentations.

Congratulations are in order for several Bloomfield Hills High School students on their impressive placements in the Michigan School Band and Orchestra Association All-State Ensembles!

On December 5, our BHHS IBDP students spent the morning at the Gleaner's Distribution Center helping to sort and pack oranges for families in need. They were able to assist over 300 families!

The ASL Club will hold its first meeting on December 16, from 2:50- 4 p.m. in room G236. 

Congratulations to our BHHS December Featured Artist, Cole Whiting, Class of 2026!

As artificial intelligence transforms industries worldwide, teaching Bloomfield Hills Schools students how to use AI responsibly is key to their future success. Rachel Matz, a grade 11 Language Arts teacher at Bloomfield Hills High School, is embracing this shift by introducing AI as a tool to enhance learning.

Support our students in band and orchestra today!

Bloomfield Hills High School allocates a certain budget to the instrumental music program each year, but our program’s strength comes from our commitment to going beyond. Our extracurricular successes depend on generous financial and volunteer contributions. 

We can use your support this year!

The BHHS Boys and Girls Black Hawks Hockey teams kicked off their winning winter season, while the Girls Swim and Dive team set school records and placed 10th at states, and Varsity Volleyball capped off fall playoffs with a strong effort against Orchard Lake St. Mary’s.

A meeting is planned for Monday, November 25th starting at 6:30pm in the main commons of the high school. Anyone interested in participating on the boys swim/dive team this season is encouraged to come and meet Coach Wiater as he sets plans for his first season as the head of the program.

Mike Huhta, a Bloomfield Hills High School biology teacher, has raised eight lake sturgeons as class pets over the years. This endangered species class project connects with many ecological concepts discussed in biology, including survival methods and reproduction.

BHHS juniors are meeting with counselors to update their Educational Development Plans, explore college and career options through Xello.

Congratulations to BHHS student artists whose 18 pieces were selected for the competitively judged Tri-County High School Art Exhibition, and to Matt Beauchamp, BHHS art teacher, who won the Teacher Award for this prestigious exhibit.

Congratulations to BHHS junior, Austin Toma, for winning The Perch logo contest! Thank you to everyone who voted for their favorite logo.

The Perch will be open during all lunches tomorrow, November 8. Keep an eye out for more details on store hours.

Congratulations to Kendall Schulz, class of 2025, the November BHHS Featured Artist.

Congratulations to Dilara Motawea (grade 11) for winning a $25 gift card to The Perch! Dilara earned the gift card by completing The Perch School Store Survey. The Perch will be open on Thursday, November 7. Make sure to get your merch at The Perch!

The Black Hawks Cross Country team ended their season with personal records and state qualifications, Girls Varsity Golf qualified for and competed in the State Championship, Varsity A Tennis achieved a three-peat by winning the MHSAA Division 1 Finals, and Varsity B Tennis had a successful season with a 7-2-1 record and strong quad meet placements.

We’re thrilled to announce the upcoming opening of "The Perch," our new school store! Our talented graphic design students have created two incredible logo options, and we’d love your input. Take a moment to review both designs and vote for your favorite to help us choose the official logo for the store.

Congratulations to our number one ranked BHHS Varsity A Tennis Team! On Saturday, October 19, the team won the MHSAA Lower Peninsula Division 1 Finals for a third straight time! All 12 players advanced to the semi-finals, 8 players went to the finals, and 7 won individual championships!

Bloomfield Hills Schools welcomes new-to-the-district students in various ways, including playing trivia games, enjoying snacks together, and providing give-aways.

Congratulations to over 100 Bloomfield Hills High School students in grades 11 and 12 who were named AP Scholars! In May 2024, nearly 700 Bloomfield Hills High School students took Advanced Placement courses, which are college-level classes. The Advanced Placement program recognizes students who have consistently demonstrated high achievement on the AP tests.

Check out the outstanding athletic achievements at Bloomfield Hills High School for September!

Congratulations to 12th grade students Emmanuel Adewumi, Alexis Albert, and Gabriela (“ChoCho”) Yi for being recognized as College Board National Recognition scholars for 2024!

Bloomfield Hills High School Black Hawks build community by meeting in small cohorts of students in newly formed “Nests.” The goal of these “Nest” groups is to improve school spirit, build school culture and pride, meet and connect with students across grade levels, and provide students with an additional adult in the building who can be a source of support.

We are excited to share that a dedicated page on our website features all important announcements and updates specifically for the senior class. This page will serve as a central hub for information on upcoming events, deadlines, and essential details. We encourage you to visit the page regularly to stay informed and ensure you don't miss any crucial updates. Thank you for your continued support!

The inaugural Bloomfield Hills High School Orchestra Retreat brought together orchestra students for intensive rehearsals, sectional coachings, and social activities, creating a sense of unity and belonging.

BHHS parents create their own Canvas accounts. This method allows you to use an email and password of your choosing. Additionally, if you forget your password, you will be able to use Canvas’s Forgot Password feature to have it reset in a timely manner. While you can set up your account using your Android or iOS app, we find it more user friendly to initially set up via the website below. We believe this method will be easier and provide you with more control over your account! Please follow the instructions to create your account on your computer.

Make sure to review the attendance policy and procedures prior to the 2024-25 school year.

Congratulations to the Bloomfield Hills High School Traub Award Recipients: Art Award Winner: Andriana Nicoghosian; Music Award Winner: Amalia Socha; Art Alternate: Zainab Khatri; and Music Alternate: Henry Hutchison!