Buchanan High School (Michigan) Explained

Buchanan High School
Motto:"Seize the Opportunity Inside the Challenge"
Streetaddress:401 West Chicago Street
City:Buchanan
State:Michigan
Zipcode:49017
Country:United States
Coordinates:41.8242°N -86.3672°W
Established:1872
Type:Comprehensive public high school
District:Buchanan Community Schools
Ceeb:230425
Us Nces School Id:260714004308
Grades:8-12
Superintendent:Patricia Robinson[1]
Principal:Brian Pruett[2]
Enrollment:522[3]
Enrollment As Of:2022-23
Faculty:30.80 (on FTE basis)
Ratio:16.95
Fight Song:Go You Buchanan
Nickname:Bucks
Conference:Lakeland Conference
Yearbook:The Pines
Rivals:Berrien Springs High School & Brandywine High School
Colors:Maroon & White
Campus Size:21acres
Feeder Schools:Buchanan Middle School
Module:
Nocat:yes
Embed:yes
Buchanan High School
Nrhp Type:cp
Partof:Buchanan North and West Neighborhoods Historic District
Partof Refnum:11000863
Architecture:Collegiate Gothic
Designated Nrhp Type:November 30, 2011

Buchanan High School is a comprehensive public high school located in Buchanan, Michigan, United States. The school serves grades 8-12 and is part of the Buchanan Community Schools district.[4] The school and the community it serves is named after James Buchanan, the 15th President of the United States.[5] Between 2012 and 2014, the school received local and national recognition for its student-led anti-bullying efforts[6] [7] and was named "Nicest School in America" in 2014 by Procter & Gamble as a part of its "Mean Stinks!" anti-bullying campaign.[8] [9] Since the class of 2017, all graduates residing within the school district are eligible for the Buchanan Promise scholarship which grants financial assistance towards the cost of attending a college, university or trade school.[10] The amount was initially a maximum of $10,000 per graduate, but increased to a maximum of $15,000 per graduate beginning with the class of 2022.[11]

History

The present high school was constructed in 1922 and is designed in the Collegiate Gothic style popular during that time period. It is a two-story flat-roof structure with a dark red brick facade embedded with decorative limestone accents. Additions to the original building include the science wing on the east side, the competition gym on the northwest side and the auxiliary gym on the southwest side. The school is a contributing property in the Buchanan North and West Neighborhoods Historic District. The Buchanan Union High School existed at the same site from 1872 to 1922. A portion of the original building's first story remains standing immediately north of the Ray Miller Industrial Arts Center. The tower bell from the 1872 high school is on display just outside the main entrance to the science wing.[12] [13]

Demographics

In the 2019–2020 school year, the demographic breakdown of the 580 students enrolled, was:[14]

Academics

As of 2018-2019 school year, Buchanan offered three different high school/college dual enrollment programs in partnership with local community colleges Lake Michigan College and Southwestern Michigan College. Regular Dual Enrollment students participate in college courses at the school's expense and obtain both college and high school credit for completed courses. Early College Academy (ECA) is similar to Dual Enrollment except students attend college courses during the school day and follow a set curriculum. Attainment of an associates degree by graduation is an option by completing summer college course work. Early Middle College is similar to ECA except that both a high school diploma and associate degree can be attained over five years without summer course work.[15] Advanced placement classes are offered online through the Michigan Virtual High School.[16]

The school offers specialized instruction through vocational education as part of the Berrien County Career and Technical Education Program. Courses and programs of study offered include: Agriscience, Computer Network Administration, Digital Multimedia Design, Advanced Automotive, Building & Construction Trades, Cabinet & Furniture Making, Computer Assisted Design, Machine & Tool Trades, Welding & Cutting, EMT, Professional Health Careers Academy, Sports Medicine, Law Enforcement Academy, and Culinary Arts.[17]

Athletics

Buchanan is a member of the Michigan High School Athletic Association (MHSAA) and the Lakeland Conference. Past conference affiliations include the BCS League (2014-2022), Lakeland Athletic Conference (1980-2014), Blossomland Athletic Conference (1962-1979) and Southwestern Michigan Athletic Conference (1931-1961).[18] Athletic teams compete under the nickname "Bucks" or "Lady Bucks." School colors are maroon and white. Rivals include Berrien Springs High School and Brandywine High School. The following MHSAA sanctioned sports are offered:[19]

Equestrian (girls and boys) is also offered and competes in events sanctioned by the Michigan Interscholastic Horsemanship Association.[27]

Notable alumni

See also

External links

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Buchanan selects newest superintendent. 22 July 2020.
  2. Web site: Buchanan Community Schools makes leadership changes . 22 July 2022 .
  3. Web site: Search for Public Schools - School Detail for Buchanan High School. nces.ed.gov. May 31, 2024.
  4. Web site: Buchanan Community Schools - Berrien RESA. www.berrienresa.org. en-US. 2018-06-14.
  5. Web site: Berrien County Genealogical Society - Origins - Old Place Names. https://web.archive.org/web/20180313101635/https://bcgensoc.com/facts.php?sid=3. 2018-03-13.
  6. Web site: Buchanan students stopping bullies. 23 January 2013.
  7. Web site: COOL SCHOOLS: Buchanan High School. ABC57. August 30, 2023.
  8. Web site: Buchanan earns 'Nicest School' distinction in nationwide contest.
  9. Web site: Mean Stinks club earns Buchanan 'nicest school' award. 19 February 2014.
  10. Web site: Buchanan Promise. Buchanan Promise. August 30, 2023.
  11. Web site: Buchanan Promise announces 50 percent increase in annual scholarship funding . 28 May 2022 .
  12. Web site: Buchanan Preservation Society Resources. buchananpreservation. 15 September 2018.
  13. Web site: Buchanan National Register Listings. google.com. 15 September 2018.
  14. Web site: Search for Public Schools - School Detail for Buchanan High School.
  15. Web site: Dual Enrollment.
  16. Web site: About AP Courses and Exams . 2018-09-16 . 2018-09-17 . https://web.archive.org/web/20180917105115/http://guidance.buchananschools.com/about-ap-courses-and-exams.html . dead .
  17. Web site: CTE.
  18. Web site: Buchanan Bucks Michigan High School Football and Basketball Conference Records.
  19. Web site: MHSAA > Schools. www.mhsaa.com. 14 September 2018.
  20. Web site: Yearly Champions - Baseball - MHSAA Sports. www.mhsaa.com. 14 September 2018. July 18, 2018. https://web.archive.org/web/20180718083855/https://www.mhsaa.com/Sports/Baseball/Yearly-Champions. dead.
  21. Web site: South Bend Tribune .
  22. Web site: Buchanan Baseball Closes 2021-22 Sports Year as Champ for 1st Time Since 1985 .
  23. Web site: Yearly Champions - Girls Basketball - MHSAA Sports. www.mhsaa.com. 14 September 2018. March 25, 2018. https://web.archive.org/web/20180325233221/https://www.mhsaa.com/Sports/Girls-Basketball/Yearly-Champions. dead.
  24. Web site: Yearly Champions - Boys Basketball - MHSAA Sports. www.mhsaa.com. 14 September 2018. June 26, 2015. https://web.archive.org/web/20150626175750/http://www.mhsaa.com/sports/boysbasketball/yearlychampions.aspx. dead.
  25. Web site: Team Champions - Boys Tennis - MHSAA Sports. www.mhsaa.com. 14 September 2018.
  26. Web site: Team Champions - Boys Track & Field - MHSAA Sports. www.mhsaa.com. 14 September 2018. January 11, 2018. https://web.archive.org/web/20180111165151/https://www.mhsaa.com/Sports/Boys-Track-Field/Team-Champions. dead.
  27. Web site: Districts – MIHA.
  28. Book: Grist . Peter . Virgil Exner, visioneer : the official biography of Virgil M. Exner, designer extraordinaire . 2007 . Veloce . 978-1845841188 . 10 . 13 September 2018 . en.
  29. Web site: Teen Hannah Roberts rises to top in BMX, Olympics in sight. USA Today.
  30. Web site: Hannah Roberts Wins Gold!. August 30, 2023.
  31. Web site: Hannah Roberts Wins Silver In Debut of BMX Freestyle in Tokyo . Team USA . 20 July 2023 . 30 August 2023.
  32. Web site: April 11th, 2019 Hall of Fame Induction Event - Press Release.
  33. Web site: Medal of Honor Memories: Patience Vanderbush .
  34. Web site: Women's basketball award winners. ncaa.org. 30 August 2023.