Tomorrow, March 24th at 6 p.m. is the final Blue Water Middle College evening presentation hosted by BWMC Director Matt Ruiz. This presentation will be held at Capac Jr/Sr High School. Students and families have the opportunity to ask questions and get insight into how the BWMC can help students get ahead in their academic careers. We can’t wait to see you there!

If you are unable to attend the presentation but want to learn more, fill out an interest form to get in touch with our staff!

11 days ago, Blue Water Middle College
BWMC evening presentation at Capac Jr/Sr high school on March 24th, 2026 at 7pm
BWMC evening presentations

Tomorrow, March 10th at 7 p.m. is the second to last Blue Water Middle College evening presentation hosted by BWMC Director Matt Ruiz. This presentation will be hosted at Memphis Jr/Sr High School. Students and families have the opportunity to ask questions and get insight into how the BWMC can help students get ahead in their academic careers. If you can’t make it this time, there is still one presentation left. We can’t wait to see you there!

If you are unable to attend any of the presentations but want to learn more, fill out an interest form to get in touch with our staff!

25 days ago, Blue Water Middle College
BWMC evening presentation at Memphis Jr/Sr high school on March 10th, 2026 at 7pm
List of BWMC Evening Presentations

Our evening presentation at Algonac Jr/Sr High School is tomorrow, February 25 at 6:30 p.m. Blue Water Middle College director Matt Ruiz will give students and families a look into the academic advantage offered by the BWMC, and how it can help students achieve their academic and career goals and the support structures in place to ensure that students succeed. If you can’t make it this time, don’t worry! We have presentations scheduled at high schools all over the county. Students and families are welcome to attend whichever presentation best fits their schedule.

If you are unable to attend any of the presentations but want to learn more, fill out an interest form to get in touch with our staff!

about 1 month ago, Blue Water Middle College
Blue Water Middle College Algonac Jr/Sr High School Evening Presentation, February 25th at 6:30 p.m. Learn about the academic advantage offered by the BWMC.
BWMC Evening Presentation Schedule

Congratulations to Jordan Wessel, a BWMC student who has been accepted to the SC4 Nursing Program! All of us at the Blue Water Middle College are so excited for you to continue on the path to your future career.

Interested in the academic advantage offered by the BWMC? Visit https://www.bluewatermiddlecollege.org/o/bwmc to learn more, and talk to your high school counselor about enrollment.

about 1 month ago, Blue Water Middle College
Congratulations, Jordan Wessel! BWMC student accepted to SC4's Nursing Program

Today, February 21, 2026 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m., is our Blue Water Middle College Open House! Join us on the second floor of the SC4 Welcome Center, and learn about the academic advantage offered by the BWMC. Blue Water Middle College staff will be available to talk with students and families about the BWMC, the resources and support it offers students, how it gives students a head start in their academic and professional pursuits, and to answer any questions about the BWMC. We can’t wait to see you there!

The Blue Water Middle College allows students to take college courses and even earn an associate degree in tandem with their high school diploma at no cost to students or their families. To learn more about the BWMC visit https://www.bluewatermiddlecollege.org/o/bwmc

about 1 month ago, Blue Water Middle College
BWMC Open House February 21, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. on the second floor of the SC4 Welcome Center

Tomorrow, February 21, 2026 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m., is our Blue Water Middle College Open House, held on the second floor of the SC4 Welcome Center! Come and find out about the academic advantage that BWMC students receive, how early college helps prepare students to continue their education and find a career, and the resources available to Blue Water Middle College students to help keep them on track. BWMC staff will be available to answer questions and talk about degrees and certificates students can earn.

The Blue Water Middle College allows students to take college courses and even earn an associate degree in tandem with their high school diploma at no cost to students or their families. To learn more about the BWMC visit https://www.bluewatermiddlecollege.org/o/bwmc

about 1 month ago, Blue Water Middle College
BWMC Open House February 21, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. on the second floor of the SC4 Welcome Center

Our Blue Water Middle College Open House is February 21, 2026 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. on the second floor of the SC4 Welcome Center! Join us and learn about the academic advantage BWMC students receive, how early college can help students grow, and the support that the BWMC offers to help keep students on track. BWMC staff will be available to answer questions, talk about degrees and certificates available through the BWMC, and give students and families a better idea of how the Blue Water Middle College can advance a student's academic career. We hope to see you there!

The Blue Water Middle College allows students to take college courses and even earn an associate degree in tandem with their high school diploma at no cost to students or their families. To learn more about the BWMC visit https://www.bluewatermiddlecollege.org/o/bwmc

about 1 month ago, Blue Water Middle College
Join us for our Blue Water Middle College Open House on February 21st from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. on the second floor of the SC4 Welcome Center

Congratulations to Danica DeBell, a BWMC student who has been accepted to the SC4 Nursing Program! All of us at the Blue Water Middle College are so excited for you to continue on the path to your future career.

Interested in the academic advantage offered by the BWMC? Visit https://www.bluewatermiddlecollege.org/o/bwmc to learn more, and talk to your high school counselor about enrollment.

about 2 months ago, Blue Water Middle College
Congratulations, Danica DeBell! BWMC student accepted to SC4's Nursing Program

BY THE NUMBERS
The Blue Water Middle College gives high school students the ability to take college classes while still in high school at no cost to students or families. The BWMC offers a unique advantage to students, allowing them to get a head start earning college credit before even graduating high school, and even earn an associate degree alongside their high school diploma.


If you're interested in the BWMC, fill out an interest form and a BWMC staff member will get in touch with you!

about 2 months ago, Blue Water Middle College
Blue Water Middle College: By the Numbers. The BWMC allows high school students to take college classes at no cost while still enrolled in high school.
$52,266 - The estimated amount families can save on tuition, room and board, and books over two years at a typical state university.
62 - The number of credits Middle College students can earn by year 13. BWMC students can graduate with a high school diploma and an associate degree.
235 - The number oof SC4 classes available to BWMC students, allowing them to explore interests beyond dual enrollment restrictions.
The Blue Water Middle College Advantage: Diverse learning experiences, personalized support, college & career readiness, flexibility, free college credits
Ready to take the next step? Go to Blue Water Middle College dot org to learn more and fill out an interest form under our enrollment tab to get in touch with our staff.

Our Blue Water Middle College Open House is February 21, 2026 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. on the second floor of the SC4 Welcome Center! Join us and learn about the academic advantage BWMC students receive, how early college can help students grow, and the support that the BWMC offers to help keep students on track. BWMC staff will be available to answer questions, talk about degrees and certificates available through the BWMC, and give students and families a better idea of how the Blue Water Middle College can advance a student's academic career. We hope to see you there!

The Blue Water Middle College allows students to take college courses and even earn an associate degree in tandem with their high school diploma at no cost to students or their families. To learn more about the BWMC visit https://www.bluewatermiddlecollege.org/o/bwmc

about 2 months ago, Blue Water Middle College
Join us for our Blue Water Middle College Open House on February 21st from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. on the second floor of the SC4 Welcome Center

Our evening presentation at Yale High School is tomorrow, February 9 at 6:30 p.m. Blue Water Middle College director Matt Ruiz will give students and families a look into the BWMC, how it works, and how it can help students achieve their academic and career goals—all before they even finish high school. If you can’t make it this time, don’t worry! We have presentations scheduled at high schools all over the county. Students and families are welcome to attend whichever presentation best fits their schedule.

If you are unable to attend any of the presentations but want to learn more, fill out an interest form to get in touch with our staff! Or consider attending our Blue Water Middle College Open House on February 21, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.

about 2 months ago, Blue Water Middle College
Blue Water Middle College Yale High School Evening Presentation, February 9th at 6:30pm. Learn about the academic advantage offered by the BWMC.
BWMC Evening Presentation Schedule

Tomorrow, February 2 at 6 p.m. is our evening presentation at Port Huron High School. Blue Water Middle College Director Matt Ruiz will give students and families a look into the BWMC, how it works, and how it can help students achieve their academic and career goals—all before they even finish high school. If you can’t make it this time, don’t worry! We have presentations scheduled at high schools all over the district. Students and families are welcome to attend whichever presentation best fits their schedule.

If you are unable to attend any of the presentations but want to learn more, fill out an interest form to get in touch with our staff! Or consider attending our Blue Water Middle College Open House on February 21, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.

#BlueWaterMiddleCollege #BWMC #PortHuron #PHHS #PHN #Algonac #Capac #Memphis #Yale

2 months ago, Blue Water Middle College
Blue Water Middle College Port Huron High School Evening Presentation,  February 2 at 6pm. Learn about the academic advantage offered by the BWMC.
BWMC Evening Presentation Schedule

Tomorrow, January 29 at 6 p.m. is the first of six Blue Water Middle College evening presentations hosted by BWMC Director Matt Ruiz, held at Port Huron Northern High School. Students and families have the opportunity to ask questions and get insight into how the BWMC can help students get ahead in their academic careers. If you can’t make it this time, don’t worry! We have presentations scheduled at high schools all over the district. Students and families are welcome to attend whichever presentation best fits their schedule. We can’t wait to see you there!

If you are unable to attend any of the presentations but want to learn more, fill out an interest form to get in touch with our staff, or consider attending our Blue Water Middle College Open House on February 21, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.!

2 months ago, Blue Water Middle College
BWMC Port Huron Northern High School Evening Presentation, January 29th at 6pm.
BWMC Evening Presentations Schedule

We are excited to share our schedule of evening presentations! These presentations offer students and parents a look into the BWMC, the academic advantage that comes with earning college credit while still in high school, and give families the chance to ask questions and speak with Blue Water Middle College director Matt Ruiz. We can’t wait to see you there!

Students and families are welcome to attend whichever session best fits their schedule. If you want to learn more but are unable to attend, fill out an interest form here, or consider attending our Blue Water Middle College Open House on February 21, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.

2 months ago, Blue Water Middle College
BWMC Evening Presentations

Extremely cold temperatures and high winds are predicted through this afternoon, a winter weather advisory is in effect until 1pm, but cold temperatures will continue all week. If you or someone you know needs a warm place to stay, these locations are open as warming stations: 

  • Blue Water Area Rescue Mission (BWARM) - 1920 24th Street, Port Huron - Serving as a 24 hour warming shelter Friday 01/23/26 through Monday 01/26/26

  • Blue Water Recovery Outreach Center (BWROC) - 617 10th Street, Port Huron - Monday through Thursday 9am to 5pm, Friday 9am to 2pm 

  • Council on Aging - Monday through Friday, 8:30am to 4:30pm 

    • Port Huron Senior Center - 600 Grand River, Port Huron

    • Conrad Community Center - 585 N. Main, Capac 

    • Washington Life Center - 403 N. Mary Street, Marine City 

    • Yale Senior Center - 3 First Street, Yale 

  • St. Clair County Library System - Hours may vary by branch 

    • Port Huron - 210 McMorran Blvd, Port Huron 

    • Algonac — Clay - 2011 St. Clair River Drive, Algonac 

    • Burtchville Township - 7093 2nd Street, Lakeport 

    • Capac - 111 N. Main, Capac

    • G. Lynn Campbell — Kimball - 1955 N. Allen Road, Kimball

    • Ira Township - 7013 Meldrum Road, Fair Haven 

    • Marine City - 300 S. Parker, Marine City 

    • Marysville - 1175 Delaware, Marysville 

    • Memphis - 34830 Potter Street, Memphis 

    • St. Clair - 310 3rd Street, St. Clair 

    • Yale - 2 Jones Street, Yale 

  • YMCA of the Blue Water Area - 1525 3rd Street, Port Huron Monday through Friday 6am to 9pm, Saturday 8am to 5pm 

Please spread the word, and find more information at https://mail.google.com/mail/u/0?ui=2&ik=8ca80609e7&attid=0.1&permmsgid=msg-f:1854933217772761297&th=19be0bef076af0d1&view=att&disp=inline&realattid=19bdd3a4b81540498c82&zw&acrobatPromotionSource=gmail_chrome-card

#WarmingStations #StClairCounty #YMCA #BWROC #BWARM #CouncilOnAging #StClairCountyLibrarySystem

2 months ago, Blue Water Middle College
Warming Stations: As extreme weather conditions persist, please spread the word about the warming stations open in St. Clair County.
Reminder to all BWMC students: if you haven't ordered your books yet, it isn't too late! Online ordering closes on January 16, so please ensure you have placed your book order by then. All books must be picked up by January 23. If you need some guidance, check your SC4 email for book ordering instructions. DO NOT THROW AWAY YOUR BOOKSTORE RECEIPT. It may contain important information that you will need to register your textbooks. If you need any additional guidance, reach out to your BWMC advisor.

#BWMC #BlueWaterMiddleCollege #Winter2026 #SC4
3 months ago, Blue Water Middle College
Textbook Ordering Winter 2026 - Students can order books online through January 16. All orders must be picked up from the bookstore by January 23. SC4 Bookstore Hours: Monday to Thursday 9am-4pm, Friday 10am-2pm
Welcome back! SC4's Winter 2026 semester begins today! Drop/add for courses will continue through January 16. Make sure your schedule is correct and contact your BWMC advisors for assistance. Have a great first week!

#BWMC #BlueWaterMiddleCollege #Winter2026 #SC4

3 months ago, Blue Water Middle College
Winter 2026 semester begins January 12, 2026. Drop/add period continues through January 16, 2026. Contact your BWMC advisors for help.
Congratulations for finishing the Fall 2025 semester! Here are a few reminders to keep in mind for the upcoming Winter 2026 semester:

Book ordering for the next semester will begin on January 5, 2026. Instructions for ordering books will be sent out over the break.

Final grades were due yesterday. If you received below a C in any of your classes, we will reach out to you and your parents to develop a plan to keep you on track.

Please ensure you are fully scheduled for your classes next semester. Reach out to BWMC staff if you have any questions or need assistance. We are out of office until January 5, but will get back to you as soon as possible. We are here to help!

If you are traveling outside the United States over the break, be aware that Canvas and other SC4 resources do not work outside the country, so plan accordingly!

Have a great break, and we'll see you in the new year!

#BlueWaterMiddleCollege #BWMC
3 months ago, Blue Water Middle College
Blue Water Middle College Winter Break & Preparing for the Upcoming Winter 2026 Semester
Meet Ashlynn Aleck, a 13th year BWMC student pursing her Associate of Science. Ashlynn plans to transfer to Saginaw Valley State University to study accounting after graduating from the Blue Water Middle College.

"My favorite part about attending the BWMC is that I got the college experience while I was in high school and every day I get to meet new people and experience new things."

Interested in the academic advantage offered by the BWMC? Visit https://www.bluewatermiddlecollege.org/o/bwmc to learn more, and talk to your high school counselor about enrollment.

#BWMC #BlueWaterMiddleCollege #StudentSpotlight
4 months ago, Blue Water Middle College
Ashlynn Aleck, 13th year BWMC student pursuing her Associate of Science
My favorite part about attending the BWMC is that I got the college experience while I was in high school and every day I get to meet new people and experience new things.
An interview with Ashlynn
Happy Thanksgiving Break! There will be no classes at SC4 held November 26th through November 28th. We'll see you when classes pick back up on December 1st!

#BlueWaterMiddleCollege #BWMC #ThanksgivingBreak2025
4 months ago, Blue Water Middle College
Thanksgiving Break is November 26 through November 28