Senior Parents and Seniors are reminded that College Planning Night will be held on Thursday September 30, 2010 at 6:30 in the Burlington High School Auditorium. The evening will cover a variety of topics in regard to the college selection and application process. The entire guidance staff will be at this event and we look forward to seeing you.
If you cannot make the event, it will be televised on BCAT. The showtimes will be posted soon.
Thursday, September 30, 2010
Wednesday, September 22, 2010
"New Counselor Hired for Barbara Malatesta"
The following is a post from Ms. Minty:
I hope you haven't been too nervous in awaiting your new counselor, but here I am. My name is Ms. Minty and I just started at Burlington High School today. Prior to this year, I was a guidance counselor at Belmont High School. For seniors I am ready to help you navigate through the college application process whether you've already got your list all set or you're still trying to figure out what you want to do.If you are planning to apply to a college early action or early decision I would strongly encourage you to make an appointment by the first week of October. If you plan to apply for regular decision deadlines (such as January 1st), we can meet as late as mid-November, though you're welcome to come sooner.
For all other students please feel free to come to the guidance office to sign up for an appointment with me during one of your study halls.
For the next week or so, please be patient with me if all my systems are not yet up and running, but I am still very much available to answer your questions and give you general advice.
~Ms. Minty
I hope you haven't been too nervous in awaiting your new counselor, but here I am. My name is Ms. Minty and I just started at Burlington High School today. Prior to this year, I was a guidance counselor at Belmont High School. For seniors I am ready to help you navigate through the college application process whether you've already got your list all set or you're still trying to figure out what you want to do.If you are planning to apply to a college early action or early decision I would strongly encourage you to make an appointment by the first week of October. If you plan to apply for regular decision deadlines (such as January 1st), we can meet as late as mid-November, though you're welcome to come sooner.
For all other students please feel free to come to the guidance office to sign up for an appointment with me during one of your study halls.
For the next week or so, please be patient with me if all my systems are not yet up and running, but I am still very much available to answer your questions and give you general advice.
~Ms. Minty
Tuesday, September 14, 2010
College Visits at BHS
The Guidance Department will continue having a variety of colleges and universities come to BHS to speak with interested seniors over the next few months. Below is the list of colleges and universities that will be attending BHS this month. Seniors are reminded that they MUST sign up for a visit in advance and also get teacher approval. For seniors that miss, please inform your guidance counselor so she may pick up any information that you need. Seniors can sign up through Naviance. Meeting with college reps can be very beneficial; in many instances the college representative at BHS is also the representative that reviews BHS applications.
Salve Regina 9/15 1:00 p.m.
Becker College 9/16 8:00 a.m.
Newbury College 9/16 9:30 a.m.
Fisher College 9/16 1:15 p.m.
Assumption 9/17 10:15 a.m.
Univ. of Connecticut 9/20 11:00 a.m.
St. Anselm College 9/20 1:00 p.m.
Mt. Holyoke College 9/21 10:00 a.m.
Johnson State College 9/21 1:00 p.m.
Salem State University 9/22 11:00 a.m.
Thomas College 9/22 12:30 p.m.
Mass College of Pharmacy 9/23 9:00 a.m.
Wheelock College 9/24 10:00 a.m.
University of Rhode Island 9/24 1:00 p.m.
Coastal Carolina Univsity 9/28 9:00 a.m.
Lasell College 9/28 10:00 a.m.
Fitchburg State University 9/28 11:00 a.m.
Franklin Pierce University 9/29 8:00 a.m.
Suffolk University 9/29 9:30 a.m.
Mount Ida College 9/29 1:00 p.m.
Boston University 9/30 10:00 a.m.
Maine College of Art 9/30 12:30 p.
Friday, September 3, 2010
Burlington Partners with Bay Path College Again
Burlington High School in conjunction with Bay Path College is happy to offer a fall course for Burlington High School Seniors. This is an excellent opportunity for selected seniors (and juniors) to receive dual credit. Dual credit gives BHS students the opportunity to receive college credit and high school credit. Given that Bay Path has a satellite campus at BHS travel requirements are minimal. Below are specific details about the course and requirements.
1. In order to be eligible to apply the student must be a Burlington High School junior or senior. Seats will be given on a first come, first served basis and Senior will be given priority
2. Students must have a strong academic background, proven attendance and excellent discipline in order to be eligible for the course.
3. Wednesdays 6 pm – 9 pm; September 29, 2010 – December 15, 2010 (No class 11/24 & 12/1)
4. Three Bay Path credits and five Burlington High School credits will be awarded to those students who successfully complete the course.
5. Applications should be returned to the Guidance Department ASAP, but no later than 9/15/2010.
6. Students do NOT have to pay for the course, but will re required to pay for the required text.
For an application click here.
1. In order to be eligible to apply the student must be a Burlington High School junior or senior. Seats will be given on a first come, first served basis and Senior will be given priority
2. Students must have a strong academic background, proven attendance and excellent discipline in order to be eligible for the course.
3. Wednesdays 6 pm – 9 pm; September 29, 2010 – December 15, 2010 (No class 11/24 & 12/1)
4. Three Bay Path credits and five Burlington High School credits will be awarded to those students who successfully complete the course.
5. Applications should be returned to the Guidance Department ASAP, but no later than 9/15/2010.
6. Students do NOT have to pay for the course, but will re required to pay for the required text.
For an application click here.
Tuesday, August 31, 2010
KAPLAN FALL COURSE OFFERING
Once again KAPLAN will be offering SAT test prep courses to BHS students. Information was mailed home to members of the class of 2011 this past June, this mailing included registration information and a fall schedule. Registration must be completed as soon as possible. Burlington students only pay $249, which is a reduced price.
There is a money-back guarantee for students who have already completed a Kaplan course if they attended all classes, utilized the full program (including homework) and their SAT scores did not improve from their previous scores (PSAT or SAT – whichever is the latest set of scores). Please For further information and registration please call 1-800-KAP-TEST. Additionally KAPLAN is offering a free on-line prep Prep service.
There is a money-back guarantee for students who have already completed a Kaplan course if they attended all classes, utilized the full program (including homework) and their SAT scores did not improve from their previous scores (PSAT or SAT – whichever is the latest set of scores). Please For further information and registration please call 1-800-KAP-TEST. Additionally KAPLAN is offering a free on-line prep Prep service.
Friday, July 9, 2010
BHS Schedules are in the mail
Schedules for BHS students have been mailed home on July 9th, 2010. Please remember that all students must carry six academic courses each semester plus physical education. If there is an error or omission in the schedule you need to make arrangements to correct the problem. If your schedule reads “Please Schedule an Appointment with Guidance” at the bottom, it is imperative that you call to schedule an appointment. There are several options available:
• Beginning Wednesday July 14th and continuing through July 29th, then again August 16th to August 20th, Mr. Joseph Attubato, Support Services Coordinator, and several Guidance Counselors will be available (by appointment only) Mondays through Thursdays from 8:00 a.m. to 12 noon. Please call Mrs. Patty Lewis at 781-270-1780 beginning on July 13th to schedule an appointment.
• Guidance Counselors will be available during the week of August 23rd through August 26th from 8 A.M. to 12 Noon. During this week, students will be helped on a first come first serve basis.
You are encouraged to correct any problems in your course schedule as early as possible. Doing so will insure a smooth opening of school for you. Also, please be advised that specific teacher requests cannot be honored.
• Beginning Wednesday July 14th and continuing through July 29th, then again August 16th to August 20th, Mr. Joseph Attubato, Support Services Coordinator, and several Guidance Counselors will be available (by appointment only) Mondays through Thursdays from 8:00 a.m. to 12 noon. Please call Mrs. Patty Lewis at 781-270-1780 beginning on July 13th to schedule an appointment.
• Guidance Counselors will be available during the week of August 23rd through August 26th from 8 A.M. to 12 Noon. During this week, students will be helped on a first come first serve basis.
You are encouraged to correct any problems in your course schedule as early as possible. Doing so will insure a smooth opening of school for you. Also, please be advised that specific teacher requests cannot be honored.
Tuesday, July 6, 2010
KAPLAN and BHS continue working together
Once again KAPLAN will be offering SAT test prep courses to BHS students. Information was recently mailed home to members of the class of 2011, this mailing included registration information and a fall schedule. Registration must be completed as soon as possible. Burlington students only pay $249, which is a reduced price.
There is a money-back guarantee for students who have already completed a Kaplan course if they attended all classes, utilized the full program (including homework) and their SAT scores did not improve from their previous scores (PSAT or SAT – whichever is the latest set of scores). Please For further information and registration please call 1-800-KAP-TEST. Additionally KAPLAN is offering a free on-line prep Prep service.
There is a money-back guarantee for students who have already completed a Kaplan course if they attended all classes, utilized the full program (including homework) and their SAT scores did not improve from their previous scores (PSAT or SAT – whichever is the latest set of scores). Please For further information and registration please call 1-800-KAP-TEST. Additionally KAPLAN is offering a free on-line prep Prep service.
The Common Application
The Burlington High School Guidance Department highly recommends that seniors create a student account on the Common Application Website.
What is the Common Application?
The Common Application allows a student to complete ONE application which can be sent to multiple colleges.
How many colleges and/or universities subscribe to the Common Application?
Currently nearly 400 colleges and/or universities are Common App members
Why use it?
Once completed online or in print, copies of the Application for Undergraduate Admission can be sent to any number of participating colleges. The same is true of the School Report, Midyear Report, Final Report and Teacher Evaluation forms. This allows you to spend less time on the busywork of applying for admission, and more time on what's really important: college research, visits, essay writing, and senior year coursework.
Please note, that when using the Common Application, you must complete Teacher Evaluation forms and ask your teacher(s) to fill them out. Other forms apply to other types of applications, such as Early Decision, the Arts supplement, etc. Please review these forms carefully.
What is the Common Application?
The Common Application allows a student to complete ONE application which can be sent to multiple colleges.
How many colleges and/or universities subscribe to the Common Application?
Currently nearly 400 colleges and/or universities are Common App members
Why use it?
Once completed online or in print, copies of the Application for Undergraduate Admission can be sent to any number of participating colleges. The same is true of the School Report, Midyear Report, Final Report and Teacher Evaluation forms. This allows you to spend less time on the busywork of applying for admission, and more time on what's really important: college research, visits, essay writing, and senior year coursework.
Please note, that when using the Common Application, you must complete Teacher Evaluation forms and ask your teacher(s) to fill them out. Other forms apply to other types of applications, such as Early Decision, the Arts supplement, etc. Please review these forms carefully.
Senior year is fast approaching
The college selection process can make the senior year very stressful for both parents and students.
This pressure can be reduced with advanced planning and research. Much can be accomplished during the summer months. Prospective colleges and universities can be visited and toured. Testing plans can be formulated. Additional test preparation can also be conducted during the summer months.
One additional method to reduce stress is to fully utilize our comprehensive guidance website, TCCi Family Connection. Students and parents will find extensive collegiate information designed to help in making decisions about courses, colleges and careers. All members of the Class of 2011 have been granted access to the Naviance.
If you notice the link on the right under " College Planning Resources" you have access to a variety of resources and information. Please be sure to take full advantage of these resources over the summer.
Post high school planning is an important and often complicated task for students and parents. The Guidance Counselors look forward to serving as a resource for students and parents as well as assisting in the decision-making process this upcoming fall. Please call or e-mail your son’s or daughter’s counselor for help and support.
This pressure can be reduced with advanced planning and research. Much can be accomplished during the summer months. Prospective colleges and universities can be visited and toured. Testing plans can be formulated. Additional test preparation can also be conducted during the summer months.
One additional method to reduce stress is to fully utilize our comprehensive guidance website, TCCi Family Connection. Students and parents will find extensive collegiate information designed to help in making decisions about courses, colleges and careers. All members of the Class of 2011 have been granted access to the Naviance.
If you notice the link on the right under " College Planning Resources" you have access to a variety of resources and information. Please be sure to take full advantage of these resources over the summer.
Post high school planning is an important and often complicated task for students and parents. The Guidance Counselors look forward to serving as a resource for students and parents as well as assisting in the decision-making process this upcoming fall. Please call or e-mail your son’s or daughter’s counselor for help and support.
Tuesday, June 15, 2010
Class of 2005
You were informed when you left Burlington High School that your academic records would be held for five years. After five years, all but your high school transcript would be destroyed
Beginning now and ending June 18, 2010, you may call Mrs. Cavanaugh, Guidance Secretary at 781-270-1827, to arrange pick-up of your academic records. Proper identification will be necessary and only the 2005 graduate is authorized to pick up the records.
All records, excluding your high school transcript, will be destroyed beginning on June 21st.
Beginning now and ending June 18, 2010, you may call Mrs. Cavanaugh, Guidance Secretary at 781-270-1827, to arrange pick-up of your academic records. Proper identification will be necessary and only the 2005 graduate is authorized to pick up the records.
All records, excluding your high school transcript, will be destroyed beginning on June 21st.
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