Let’s just say it was a sweet success!
A heartfelt THANK YOU to our local police officers who stopped by Bad Axe Elementary this morning. Our Hatchets loved the donuts, but they loved spending time with you even more. 💙👮♂️
Thank you for keeping our community safe! We appreciate all that you do!
All of our 7th and 8th graders received a FREE book today, thanks to the generosity of the Bad Axe Public Library and NextEra Energy. Our students are so grateful for this amazing gift! 💙
The event honored the four pillars of NHS: scholarship, character, leadership, and service, and featured an inspiring speech from Briynne McCrea. Following the ceremony, 42 members celebrated with family and friends over light refreshments.
Pictures Provided by Matt V Photography:
Front (L-R): Rayleigh McKimmy, Jayla Bowers, Abby Bensinger, Jade Vacekonis, Kaiden Harris
Middle (L-R): Norah Brining, Emlee Long, Isabella Gottschalk, Aaron Rifenbark, Cody Palmer, Elayna Laskowski
Back (L-R): Adison Henderson, Courtney Copeland, Hailey McCrea, Sara Schadd, Cayden Schrader
Don’t forget to grab your pizza TONIGHT! 🍕
What's better than pizza for dinner?...Pizza for dinner AND raising funds to support our school's National Honor Society chapter at the same time! Stop by our local Bad Axe Pizza Hut tonight, March 23, from 4–8 p.m. to take part in this great opportunity!
Students and staff at Bad Axe Elementary are gearing up for another exciting BAES Carnival...but we need your help! We’re looking for volunteers to assist with running games, helping students with activities, and keeping the carnival fun and festive! If you’re willing to help, please email hmiles@badaxeps.org!
The Bad Axe Music Department invites you to their "Solo & Ensemble Concert." Students who participated in this year's TFOTA Solo & Ensemble will be performing their pieces for friends and family at this free event. Come hear a wide variety of instruments and experience the musical talent of BAPS on Wednesday, March 25, at 7:00 p.m. in the high school cafetorium.
🚗 Did you know about the Lions Club Driver’s Ed Scholarship?
The Bad Axe Lions Club offers the Judge Karl Kraus Driver Education Memorial Scholarship to students who are currently enrolled in, or planning to enroll in, a driver’s education program in the Thumb.
Save the picture to your mobile device to print & fill out, or stop in at the Bad Axe High School Office to grab a form. Interested students should complete the application and return it to the high school office by March 23. 📅
What's better than pizza for dinner?...Pizza for dinner AND raising funds to support our school's National Honor Society chapter at the same time! Stop by our local Bad Axe Pizza Hut on Monday, March 23, from 4–8 p.m. to take part in this great opportunity!
Don't miss your last chance to see the Bad Axe Theater Department's production of The SpongeBob Musical this weekend, March 20, 21, and 22! 🧽🍍🎶✨🎭
Hey, Hatchet community! We are SO excited for the annual Hatchet Trivia Night! Gather your teammates and join us at Bad Axe High School on May 15 for a fun-filled night, with proceeds benefiting our awesome Quiz Bowl teams! This event is always a HIT, so you won’t want to miss it!
Hatchets who purchase tickets to the 2026 Prom will receive free entry to the Bad Axe PTO-sponsored event, the After Prom Party! This event includes a night of bowling, pizza, sweet treats, and awesome prizes. Join us from 10 p.m. to 12 a.m. at Longshot Lanes. We'll see you at the After Party!
Encourage them to sign up for Michigan Construction Career Day on Wednesday, April 29! Students in grades 7–12 who are in good standing are welcome to pick up a permission slip from the Counseling Office. But act fast—only 15 slots are available!
Today's the Day! 🥇🎓🏆📚
BAPS is extending an invitation to families from all over the Thumb to join us for Young Fives & Kindergarten Registration today, March 18, 2026, from 5:30–7:00 p.m. at the Bad Axe Elementary School Library. Stop in to the elementary school office to pick up an enrollment packet, or call (989) 803-9060.
Academic Excellence:
Gold: Kylee Swiercz
Silver: Brady Bachman, Jade Bolzman, Kolton Copeland, Austin Horetski
Silver Poultry Production Proficiency: Brady Bachman
Outstanding Junior Award Recipients:
Brady Bachman, Jade Bolzman, Danica Cooper, Isabella Gottschalk, Austin Horetski, Lucie Kaczuk
State Degree Recipients: Gabby Bucholz, AJ Fritz, Kylee Swiercz
State Band Participant: Colin Karg
Chapter Delegates: Bailey Bachman, Maria Sarabia Ezquerro, Elayna Laskowski
Junior and Senior Hatchets are invited to the 2026 Prom on April 18 from 7-10 p.m. at Verona Hills Golf Course. Get ready for a night of fun, music, and unforgettable memories! ♠️♥️
Tickets are $30 per person.
Join us at Verona Hills Golf Course on Wednesday, March 18, at 6:30 p.m. for our NHS Induction Ceremony.
Hatchet families are also welcome to attend the 8th-grade NHS Induction on Thursday, March 19, at 6:30 p.m. in the high school cafetorium.
BAPS is all about Brain Power! 🏆🧠
The Bad Axe Middle School Academic Team brought home the 1st-place trophy from their competition at SVSU last week. Congratulations to team members Roman Grekowicz, Graydon Maurer, Caitlyn Bulla, Bailey Bachman, Delaney McKimmy, Olivia Smith, Elinor McCrea, Madi Koroleski, Hazel Brining, and Wyatt Hass (not pictured).
Our Hatchets tackled challenges that included writing a team essay and answering questions Jeopardy-style. A special shout-out to the three parents who came to support the team!
