2024 Fall Newsletter [printable version]
CLASS of 2025
All Seniors will be meeting with their counselor this fall to discuss plans for after high school which may include college, training, military, or employment. Check Naviance, BHBL website, and the Counseling Center Google classroom Class of 2025. There are many resources including presentations, scholarship information and documents provided to help you create a plan for after high school! Please look for an email from your counselor with your scheduled meeting time. Questions? Contact your counselor!
COLLEGE
Many seniors will be applying to college this fall. Please review the following information:
- Attend your Senior Conference with your counselor.
- Use Naviance to finalize colleges you are planning to apply to.
- Start your college essay. See google classroom for essay info.
- Create a common application account at commonapp.org.
- Review admission requirements for the colleges you are planning to apply to.
- Check if colleges are test optional or require an SAT/ACT scores. If required, register for a fall test:
- SAT – www.collegeboard.org ACT- www.act.org
- Be aware of application deadlines including Early Decision & Early Action which can start as early as Oct 15, Nov 1, or Nov 15.
- Attend BHBL College Fairs on 9/26 and 10/22.
- Attend Financial Aid Night on 10/9.
CAREER, EMPLOYMENT, MILITARY
There are multiple paths you can take after you finish high school. Some students will choose to attend college while others are excited to become part of the workforce. There are many jobs, with great pay and benefits, that don’t require a college degree. Click the links below for additional information.
Career Resources
Employment & Career: A Guide for the Job Seeker
Today’s Military
COUNSELING CENTER GOOGLE CLASSROOMS
Each class 2025, 2026, 2027, 2028 has a Counseling Center Google Classroom. All students have been invited to join. Grade specific information is posted throughout the year including career exploration, the college process, summer programs, scholarships, and more. Be sure to have your child add you as a parent/guardian so you can opt to receive daily or weekly updates.
CLASS of 2026
Junior year is your time to show the world what you are made of!
- You can take the PSATs on 10/26. Deadline to register is October 2! PSAT Info
- Use your naviance account to continue to search for careers and start developing a plan for after high school.
- Counselors will do classroom presentations this Spring to review resources like Naviance, Google classroom and 11th grade timeline.
- Check if the colleges you are interested in are test optional or require an
- SAT/ACT score. If required, register for a spring test.
- SAT – www.collegeboard.org ACT- www.act.org
- Attend College Info Night spring 2025!
- Junior Conference- Meet with your counselor in Spring of 2025 to formalize your post high school plans. Parents- contact your child’s counselor if you would like to attend!
CLASS of 2027
You’ve got this whole high school thing figured out! Join a club, take a fun elective, play a sport! 10th grade is filled with opportunity and growth. This year is a great time to start thinking about what you want to do after high school.
- Do you have a career or job in mind?
- Is college in your future?
- Do you want to attend a Career & Technical Education program like welding, cosmetology, electrical trades, culinary arts, HVAC or conservation & forestry?
It’s a little too early to decide but it’s never too early to explore the many options available to you. Counselors will present to 10th graders in classes and have you complete an interest inventory this spring. Check out Naviance and the Class of 2027 google classroom for more career information!
CLASS of 2028
Welcome to High School! By now, you should be finding your way around the building, figuring out teacher expectations, and what it means to be a HS student. Here are some tips for a successful 9th grade year!
- Do homework the night it is assigned.
- Stay for AAP – confirm with your teacher they will be available.
- Don’t be afraid to ask questions!
- Use an agenda, planner, or homework app to stay organized. Find what works for you!
- Join a club or after school activity.
- Get outside and enjoy some fresh air and sunshine!
- Find a healthy balance between school, activities, friends, family & free time. All are important for a healthy and happy high school experience.
HEALTHY WAYS TO REDUCE STRESS & ANXIETY
- Set realistic goals and make a plan to achieve them.
- Spend time with people that make you happy!
- Spend time outside- fresh air & vitamin D can boost your mood.
- Limit screen time and social media.
- Exercise! 20 minutes of physical activity will keep your mind and body in good condition!
- Eat your veggies –Good nutrition is great for your mind & body.
- Get enough sleep!
- Make sure to laugh everyday!
- Check out More Coping Strategies.
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